Chihiro Inoue

Dr. Chihiro Inoue is an Associate Professor in Language Assessment at the Centre for Research in English Language Learning and Assessment (CRELLA), part of the Faculty of Creative Arts, Technologies and Science at the University of Bedfordshire. She holds a Master's in TESOL from Tokyo University of Foreign Studies and a PhD in Language Testing from Lancaster University, with over a decade of experience in language assessment research and practice.

• Expertise in mixed-method research on L2 speaking assessment
• Specializes in task design, test accommodations, and CEFR linking
• Professional service: Editorial Board for Language Assessment Quarterly and Language Education and Assessment

Her recent research explores technology-driven assessment innovations, including video-conferencing testing, automated scoring systems, and AI behavior in language evaluation. Key trends in her work highlight validity, accessibility, and construct equivalence across delivery modes.

Scientific awards include the 2021 Text Inspector Research Scholarship Award. She supervises PhD and MA students in topics like IELTS writing, EMI classrooms, and synthesis writing feedback.