Rachel Pinnow

Rachel J. Pinnow is an Associate Professor in the Department of Learning, Teaching & Curriculum at the University of Missouri’s College of Education & Human Development. Her work focuses on multilingual learners’ interactional competencies in academic settings, employing Systemic Functional Linguistics and social semiotics. She has conducted research in South Africa, Cuba, and U.S. schools, emphasizing language-content integration. Pinnow’s scholarship bridges linguistic theory with practical classroom applications, particularly in science and mathematics education for ELLs. Nominated twice for MU’s Presidential Cross-Cultural Engagement Award, her research explores how contextual factors influence second language acquisition.

Her research interests include classroom interaction dynamics, multimodal analysis, and sociocultural aspects of language learning. Notable contributions address positioning theory in L2 classrooms, video-based teacher training, and equity in STEM education for marginalized learners. Pinnow’s publications span journals like *Anthropology & Education Quarterly* and *Linguistics & Education*, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to education.

Pinnow advises on curriculum development for multilingual students and collaborates internationally. While no specific grants or lab affiliations are detailed in the provided texts, her work consistently emphasizes practical applications of linguistic theory to improve educational outcomes for diverse learners.