Greta Zanoni

Greta Zanoni is an Associate Professor at the University of Bologna's Department of Interpretation and Translation, specializing in Modern Language Teaching (GLOT-01/B). Her research focuses on language education in multilingual contexts, with emphasis on pragmatic competence development, Italian L2 pedagogy, and plurilingual approaches. She actively contributes to international research initiatives like H2020 NEW ABC and ALPHABETICA projects, which promote inclusive education through multilingual strategies.

Education:

• PhD in Translation, Interpreting and Intercultural Studies, University of Bologna (2017)
• Degree in Conference Interpreting, University of Bologna (2003)

Research Focus: Dr. Zanoni investigates language mediation frameworks, pragmatics instruction in L1/L2 contexts, and technology-enhanced language learning. Her work emphasizes community-based learning models and teacher development in multilingual classrooms, particularly through projects examining internationalization at home (IaH) strategies.

Awards:

• Unanimous National Scientific Qualification for Associate Professor (2020)

Academic Service: Regularly presents at major linguistics conferences including AILA, AIPI, and SLI, addressing topics like plurilingual curriculum design and pragmatic awareness development. Coordinates Italian L2 courses and mentors educators in implementing multilingual pedagogies.