Review Paper Coaching
A guided coaching programme that helps researchers move from reading academic papers to developing a clear review paper blueprint through structured conversation, critical thinking and responsible use of AI-assisted research tools.
Learn through a guided example
The three-hour group coaching uses a review topic selected by Dr. Sue. Participants observe the thinking process, discussion, reading, verification and blueprint development before applying the approach to their own work.
Knowing the topic is not always the same as knowing how to develop the paper.
Many researchers have collected papers and understand their general research area but still struggle to connect the literature, identify a meaningful direction and organise the discussion into a coherent review paper.
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Unsure where to begin after collecting many academic papers.
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Reading individual studies without seeing the larger research conversation.
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Finding it difficult to identify themes, gaps and a clear direction for the review.
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Receiving fluent AI-generated text that does not truly represent the intended argument.
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Starting to write before developing a clear structure and review paper blueprint.
More than notes, prompts or a quick AI-generated draft
Review Paper Coaching is designed as an active learning journey. Participants observe how understanding is built, how ideas are questioned and how human judgement guides every stage of the review process.
Clear Destination
The coaching begins with a meaningful outcome so participants understand what they are working towards before writing begins.
Guided Conversation
Ideas develop through questioning, clarification and continuous refinement rather than through one large general prompt.
Human Judgement
AI supports exploration while the researcher remains responsible for evaluating evidence, interpreting meaning and making final decisions.
Practical Application
Participants learn a repeatable process that can later be adapted to their own research topic and academic writing journey.
Better AI use does not begin with searching for one perfect prompt. It begins with knowledge, a clear destination and the willingness to think.
During Review Paper Coaching, AI is used as a thinking and learning partner. The researcher remains in control of the direction, interpretation and final decision.
The goal is not to replace human thought. The goal is to strengthen it.
From conversation to a clear review paper blueprint
Participants learn how to develop ideas progressively through a connected sequence of exploration, conversation, reading, verification and decision-making.
Explore
Begin with the research interest, existing knowledge and questions that need to be understood more clearly.
Converse
Use structured conversation with AI to clarify concepts, assumptions and possible directions for the review.
Read and Verify
Return to the literature, examine the evidence and verify ideas using the original academic sources.
Filter and Connect
Remove what is irrelevant, add human interpretation and connect ideas according to the research context.
Build the Blueprint
Organise the emerging themes, argument and paper structure before moving into full academic writing.
Research with ChatGPT and Gemini Notebook
This module demonstrates how AI-assisted tools can support the early development of a review paper without replacing careful reading, academic judgement or responsibility for the final work.
Research with ChatGPT and Gemini Notebook
A practical guided session that connects conversational AI, academic reading and the development of a clear review paper direction.
Use AI to support thinking before writing
Participants observe how ChatGPT can be used to explore ideas, clarify concepts and refine questions while Gemini Notebook supports closer engagement with selected academic sources.
- Begin with a topic, question or area of academic interest.
- Use structured conversation to explore possible review directions.
- Work with selected papers rather than depending on general AI-generated information.
- Compare AI responses with the actual content of academic sources.
- Identify useful ideas, limitations and possible connections.
- Move from scattered observations towards a review paper blueprint.
A practical process for developing a review paper
The coaching focuses on the thinking process behind the paper. Participants learn how to move from an initial topic towards a clearer academic direction and a workable writing blueprint.
Clarify the Review Focus
Turn a broad area of interest into a more manageable review direction supported by clear questions and boundaries.
Read with Purpose
Approach academic papers with specific questions rather than reading every source without a clear reason.
Identify Patterns
Notice recurring themes, contrasting ideas, research trends and meaningful relationships across the literature.
Build Through Conversation
Use iterative prompts and follow-up questions to clarify thinking rather than asking AI to produce the entire paper.
Verify Before Accepting
Check interpretations, claims and references against the original academic sources before using them.
Develop the Blueprint
Organise the review into a clear structure before beginning the full writing process.
Leave with a clearer direction for your review paper
The three-hour group session is not designed to produce a completed paper. Its purpose is to help participants understand the process and see how a review paper direction can be developed through reading, conversation, verification and human judgement.
- A refined review focus
- Possible guiding questions
- Initial themes or discussion areas
- Connections across selected studies
- A proposed paper structure
- Clear next steps for further reading
Join one main session and revisit the process once
Learning a new research process often becomes clearer the second time. Participants may attend one complimentary repeat session after completing their main session.
plus one repeat session
Learn first then return with better questions
During the first session, participants become familiar with the overall workflow and observe how the review paper blueprint is developed.
The repeat session offers another opportunity to observe the process, strengthen understanding and notice details that may have been missed during the first session.
Repeat participants may join in addition to the maximum of ten new participants scheduled for each session.
Choose the level of support that suits your needs
All options begin with the same three-hour Review Paper Coaching group session. Participants who need guidance based on their own topic may add Personal Coaching.
Review Paper Coaching
A focused three-hour group session using a review topic selected by Dr. Sue.
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Three-hour live group coaching
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Maximum ten new participants
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Guided example selected by Dr. Sue
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One main session plus one complimentary repeat session
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Exposure to the review paper blueprint process
Coaching + 1 Hour Personal Support
Includes the group coaching and one hour of focused Personal Coaching based on the participant’s own topic.
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Everything included in the Core option
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One hour of Personal Coaching
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Discussion based on your own research topic
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Clarification of your possible review direction
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Focused feedback on your early blueprint
Coaching + 2 Hours Personal Support
Includes the group coaching and two hours of Personal Coaching for deeper work on the participant’s own topic.
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Everything included in the Core option
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Two hours of Personal Coaching
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More time to examine your research context
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Guided development of themes and paper structure
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Deeper feedback on your emerging blueprint
What is Personal Coaching?
Personal Coaching is a separate one-to-one discussion based on the participant’s own topic. Unlike the group session, the conversation focuses directly on the participant’s research context, questions, literature and emerging review paper direction.
The date and time for Personal Coaching will be arranged separately through WhatsApp to allow greater flexibility.
Additional coaching beyond the selected package may be arranged at RM50 per hour, subject to availability.
Designed for researchers who want to think more clearly before writing
Review Paper Coaching is suitable for participants who want a guided starting point and a more structured way to work with academic literature and AI-assisted research tools.
This coaching may suit you if you:
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Are planning to write a review paper but are unsure how to begin.
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Have collected academic papers but struggle to connect them into a meaningful discussion.
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Want to learn how themes and review directions can emerge from reading and comparison.
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Use ChatGPT or other AI tools but want to apply stronger human judgement and verification.
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Prefer to observe a guided example before applying the process to your own topic.
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Want to develop a review paper blueprint before beginning full academic writing.
This coaching may not be suitable if you:
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Expect a completed review paper to be written during the three-hour session.
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Want AI to produce the full paper without careful reading or verification.
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Need detailed supervision for a complete systematic review protocol or meta-analysis.
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Expect personalised discussion of your own topic within the Core group session.
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Are looking only for a collection of ready-made prompts without understanding the research process.
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Are not prepared to read the original academic papers and make your own decisions.
Choose a session that fits your schedule
The same three-hour Review Paper Coaching session may be offered at different times. Participants select one main session and may later attend one complimentary repeat session.
View available dates and reserve your preferred session
Upcoming dates will be displayed on a dedicated schedule page. Each session will show the date, time, availability and registration option. Personal Coaching appointments will be arranged separately through WhatsApp.
Guided by real experience in teaching, research and AI-assisted academic work
Dr. Sue brings together experience in higher education, academic writing, AI-assisted research and the design of learning activities that keep human thinking at the centre.
Her coaching approach is conversational and practical. Rather than giving participants a fixed template and asking them to follow it blindly, she demonstrates how questions are developed, how sources are examined and how decisions are made throughout the review process.
The coaching is built around a simple belief: AI can accelerate exploration but researchers must remain responsible for meaning, evidence and judgement.
Read deeply. Think clearly. Use AI responsibly.
Before you join
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about the coaching format, learning process and Personal Coaching options.
Do I need to have a review paper topic before joining?
No. The Core group session uses a topic selected by Dr. Sue so participants can focus on understanding the process. Having your own topic may be useful if you later choose Personal Coaching.
Will we work directly on my own topic during the group session?
No. The three-hour group session is based on Dr. Sue’s selected example. Participants who want direct guidance on their own topic may choose the Plus or Pro option.
Is this a systematic review or meta-analysis workshop?
The coaching focuses on developing a review paper direction, critical synthesis and a workable blueprint. It does not provide complete technical training for conducting a systematic review protocol or statistical meta-analysis.
Will I complete my review paper during the session?
No. The purpose of the session is to help you understand the process and develop a clearer direction. A strong review paper still requires further reading, verification, synthesis and writing after the coaching.
Do I need a paid ChatGPT or Gemini account?
Participants may follow the demonstration without using every tool during the live session. Access requirements for any practical activity will be stated clearly before the session.
How does the complimentary repeat session work?
After attending your main session, you may join one later session as a repeat participant. The repeat session is intended to help you revisit the workflow and strengthen your understanding.
When will Personal Coaching take place?
Personal Coaching is arranged separately through WhatsApp. Scheduling is subject to mutual availability and does not have to take place immediately after the group session.
Can I add more Personal Coaching hours later?
Yes. Additional coaching may be arranged at RM50 per hour subject to availability.
Is the session recorded?
Recording availability will be confirmed for each session. Participants should not assume that every live coaching session will include permanent recording access.
Will Dr. Sue edit or proofread my complete paper?
No. Review Paper Coaching focuses on the thinking process, direction and blueprint. Full manuscript editing, proofreading and journal submission services are not included.
Start with understanding before asking AI to write
Join Review Paper Coaching to observe a structured research process, strengthen your judgement and begin developing a clearer blueprint for your review paper.
Session dates, registration links and WhatsApp contact details may be updated before the programme opens for registration.