Daniel R. Isbell

Daniel R. Isbell is an Associate Professor at the University of Hawaii, specializing in language assessment and instructed second language acquisition. He holds a PhD from Michigan State University and is affiliated with graduate programs as a Cooperating Graduate Faculty member. His research focuses on bridging language testing with SLA, emphasizing quantitative methodologies and research ethics.

Education: PhD, Michigan State University (specific field unspecified).

Research Interests:

• Validity of large-scale language proficiency tests
• Development of diagnostic and placement exams
• L2 pronunciation and technology-mediated language learning
• Ethical issues in quantitative data handling

Publications highlight his work on test validation conflicts, app-based language instruction effectiveness, and self-assessment in L2 Korean pronunciation. His recent studies also address high-stakes testing via platforms like Duolingo and ethical standards in applied linguistics research.

No scientific awards listed. Advising and grants: No grant information provided, though listed as part of Cooperating Graduate Faculty. No lab affiliations explicitly stated.