Matt Coss

Matt Coss is an Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics in the Department of Modern Languages & Classics at the University of Alabama. His work bridges research and practice in second language acquisition, focusing on task-based language teaching, language assessment, and curriculum design.

• Education: PhD (Michigan State University), MA (University of Maryland), BA (UNC Chapel Hill)

His research examines the practical applicability of applied linguistics findings, with specific projects analyzing assessment validity, digital pedagogy, and student persistence in language learning. Recent publications investigate:

• Comparative L2 Chinese writing assessments
• AI-assisted language testing
• Mobile-assisted language learning for adults
• Hanzi pedagogy in digital environments

Dr. Coss also serves as:

• Co-convener of Collective Wisdom (ACTFL's The Language Educator)
• Co-section Editor for Language Awareness journal
• Organizing team member for the 2026 American Association for Applied Linguistics conference