Tafessework Gebeyehu

Tafessework Gebeyehu is an Amharic Instructor at the University of Pittsburgh's Less-Commonly-Taught Languages Center and a Lecturer at Howard University, where she develops and implements the Amharic curriculum. She holds a B.A. in Family Studies and an M.A. in Educational Technology from the University of Maryland. With over 15 years of teaching experience across multiple countries, she specializes in diverse age groups, including students with special needs and college students.

• Education:
• Bachelor’s in Family Studies – University of Maryland
• Master’s in Educational Technology – University of Maryland

Her research interests focus on language accessibility, technology integration in classrooms, and global collaboration. Since 2017, she has leveraged online platforms to expand Amharic language education beyond traditional settings. She aims to make Amharic accessible globally and is committed to fostering innovation in 21st-century education.

Her work emphasizes curriculum development, special needs education, and the role of technology in bridging educational gaps. She advocates for inclusive language education and seeks to elevate the prominence of Amharic worldwide.