Curtis Klinghoffer

Curtis Klinghoffer is a Professor of English as a Second Language (ESL) at the SCAD Language Studio, Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), where he has served since 2012. Previously, he held roles including Assistant Professor of English at Lincoln Memorial University (2006–2012), Doctoral Faculty at the University of Phoenix (2008–2012), and various ESL instructor positions in Florida from 1992–2006. His academic leadership spans over three decades in higher education.

Education:

• Ed.D., Higher Education Leadership, Nova Southeastern University
• M.S., Teaching English as a Second Language, Nova Southeastern University
• B.S., Secondary Education/English/Communication, Temple University

Research interests focus on TESOL methodologies, adult ESL education, and curriculum development. His work emphasizes practical strategies for global campus integration, workplace readiness programs, and retention mechanisms in ESL contexts. Key contributions include Dialogue Dynamics (2008), a textbook on fluency-building role plays, and presentations on globalization in education and second language acquisition theories.

Awards include recognition for service excellence and consistent academic distinction, including Temple University’s Dean’s List and high honors at graduation.

He has advised through teaching roles but no formal student advisees are listed. No specific grants or labs are mentioned, though his work aligns with SCAD’s language education initiatives.