Jelena Colovic-Markovic

Jelena Colovic-Markovic is a Professor of TESOL at the Department of Languages and Cultures, College of Arts & Humanities, West Chester University. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Utah, an M.A. from Brigham Young University, and a B.A. from the University of Belgrade. Her academic work focuses on second language acquisition and pedagogy.

Research Interests

• Second language vocabulary acquisition
• Reading and writing pedagogy for ESL learners
• Applied corpus linguistics in language instruction
• Content-based teaching methodologies
• Alternative second language assessment strategies

Publications & Trends

Her recent publications emphasize practical TESOL applications, including teaching techniques for advanced speaking, grammar, and vocabulary preparation for exams like IELTS. They highlight the impact of explicit formulaic instruction on ESL writing outcomes and explore pedagogical frameworks for practicum programs.

Courses Taught

• Teaching English Language Learners PK-12
• Second Language Vocabulary Learning and Teaching
• Content-Based Instruction
• ESL Practicum
• Structure of Modern English
• ESL Assessment
• Curriculum and Materials Development