Dustin De Felice

Dustin De Felice is an Associate Professor and Director of the English Language Center at Michigan State University’s College of Arts & Letters. With over two decades of experience, he specializes in second language studies, technology integration in language education, and program administration.

• PhD in Second Language Acquisition and Instructional Technology, University of South Florida
• M.A. in Linguistics (TESL concentration), Northeastern Illinois University
• B.A. in Speech Communication with minors in Spanish and Linguistics, Northeastern Illinois University

Research Interests: Dustin’s work focuses on technology-driven language pedagogy, intercultural communication, and qualitative methodologies like phenomenology. He explores digital media’s impact on oral proficiency, collaborative networks for teacher training, and endangered language preservation online.

Publication Trends: His recent articles emphasize telecollaboration, digital storytelling, and socially mediated networks. Earlier works address sociolinguistic competence in virtual classrooms, spreadsheet-based qualitative analysis, and Nahua/Mayan language education. Technology and intercultural competence are recurring themes.

Scientific Recognition:

• 2017: AT&T Award of Excellence for technology contributions

Leadership & Advising: As Director of the English Language Center, he has shaped language education policies and advocated for non-tenure-track faculty inclusion. While no direct advisees are listed, his teaching spans the U.S. and Mexico.

Labs & Teams: He leads the English Language Center at Michigan State University, fostering innovative language programs and research initiatives.