Andy Bown

Dr. Andy Bown is a Lecturer in Languages and TESOL at the University of Tasmania's Faculty of Education. He holds a PhD from Macquarie University (2015) and has over 30 years of experience in language education across Thailand, France, the UAE, and Australia. His research focuses on educational technology, second language acquisition, and culturally diverse learning contexts. He currently coordinates courses like EPR215 and EMT609, and supervises PhD candidates exploring technology's role in language learning.

Education:

• PhD, 'Using a virtual learning environment for the development of L2 academic reading' (Macquarie University, 2015)
• MEd, 'The usefulness of guided feedback in a web-based IELTS reading programme for Arab learners' (University of Manchester, 2004)
• BA (Hons) in French and Linguistics (University of York, 1992)

Research Interests: Dr. Bown specializes in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), mobile-assisted language learning, and second language reading strategies. His work emphasizes technology's role in linguistically diverse classrooms, particularly in developing countries. Recent projects include studies on social media for vocabulary development and culturally responsive pedagogy.

Grants & Engagements:

• UTAS representative on the Modern Language Teachers’ Association of Tasmania
• Led the 'Early Language Learning' case study ($5,000 grant, 2017)
• Co-lead of the LinguaLab research group

Labs/Teams: Co-leads the LinguaLab, a collaborative space exploring language education innovations.