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Katarina Lundin is Professor of Language Didactics at Lund University's Centre for Languages and Literature, where she also serves as Assistant Head of Department responsible for doctoral education. Appointed Merited Teacher in April 2025, her administrative roles include membership on the Board, Working Committee, and Head of Department group. She teaches courses in Swedish grammar, educational linguistics, and teacher education including ÄKPN12: The Subject Teacher as a Reflective Practitioner and ÄSVD24: Swedish 4 . Her research examines: Grammar pedagogy for improving writing skills and classroom teaching methods Subject-specific literacy in Swedish and Physical Education/Health contexts Language as a tool for power and democracy in sports education She concurrently works part-time at Linnaeus University's Sports Sciences Department on the EDUHEALTH 2.0 project, investigating health education literacy. Recent publications (2023-2024) demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches combining linguistics, education, and sports science, with recurring themes of curriculum design, social justice in physical education, and innovative grammar instruction techniques. Awards include: Lund University Students' Pedagogical Prize (2021) Course Literature Honorary Prize (2018) She oversees doctoral education and leads research projects including Meningsindelning i elevers skriftliga och muntliga språk (2023-2025) and Interaktiv grammatikplattform (2024-2025), with 2 completed supervisions noted in her research profile.

• Language Didactics
• Swedish Grammar
• Subject-Specific Literacy
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Maria Lim Falk is a researcher at the Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism, Stockholm University . She leads key projects like IntensiveSwedish and collaborates with the Swedish National Agency for Education. PhD in Scandinavian Languages (2008) with focus on bilingual education Academy Fellow in Swedish Didactics (2010–2015) Research Focus: Bilingual education, CLIL pedagogy, academic writing in multilingual contexts, grammar instruction for second-language learners, and sociolinguistic challenges in education. Her work bridges theory and practice through teacher-researcher collaborations. Publication Trends: Analyzes Swedish/English code-switching, CLIL effectiveness, vocabulary acquisition, and curriculum design for refugee students. Key themes: multilingual competence, educational equity, and language policy implementation. Scientific Awards: Royal Swedish Academy of Literature Fellowship (2010–2015) Collaborative Work: Coordinates teacher-researcher partnerships, contributes to national educational models, and leads projects on language literacy. Her studies inform policies for sustainable educational practices.

• Swedish as a Second Language
• Bilingual Education
• Educational Linguistics
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Elin Almér is a Lecturer at the University West , affiliated with the School of Educational Sciences and Languages and the Department of Educational Sciences and Languages . Her work spans teaching in teacher training and the Master’s Program in Child and Adolescent Studies, with research focusing on language use, identity formation, and their intersections in educational contexts. Research Focus: Language as a tool for meaning-making (experiential, interpersonal, textual), bilingual children's perspectives on language, new students' academic integration. Teaching: Swedish language instruction, scientific writing, and pedagogical strategies in literacy and literature. Publications: Recent works explore multicultural education, speech synthesis in literacy, and immigrant life choices, with historical studies on youth language, bilingualism, and gender theory. Collaborations: Supervised student theses on topics including school absenteeism, digital tools in education, and marginalized student groups.

• Language Use
• Identity
• Educational Sciences
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Marie Källkvist is a Professor in English with a didactic focus at Linnaeus University , Sweden. She holds a Docent in English with a linguistic orientation from Lund University (2012) and has served as an academic leader at multiple institutions, including Lund University, Malmö University, and Kristianstad University. Her expertise spans interdisciplinary research in language education, multilingualism, and policy analysis in Swedish schools and higher education. PhD in Applied Linguistics (Cambridge, 1997) Docent in English (Lund, 2012) Professor in English (Linnaeus University, 2023) Completed leadership and pedagogical training at Lund University Her research focuses on intersections of English language, didactics, multilingualism, and policy, employing sociocultural theory and nexus analysis. She explores how multilingual practices influence teaching and learning, particularly in secondary education and university settings, with a focus on translanguaging, vocabulary acquisition, and language policy implementation. Recent publications emphasize: Translanguaging pedagogy in multilingual English classrooms Teacher beliefs and practices about multilingualism Language policy negotiations in Swedish universities Impact of multilingual instruction on student engagement Development of assessment tools like the MultiBAP questionnaire Scientific awards and grants include: Vetenskapsrådet grants (2016, 2022) Riksbankens Jubileumsfond (2023) Norwegian Research Council grant (2020) Crafoordska Stiftelsen grants (2007, 2017, 2018) She has supervised 11 PhD students to completion, including Justyna Legutko, Tina Gunnarsson, and Elin Nylander, and currently serves as co-supervisor for three Swedish language PhD candidates. Her leadership roles include founding the English Education Scholars Sweden network and directing the Centre for Educational Linguistics at Linnaeus University.

• Applied Linguistics
• Language Policy
• Multilingual Education
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David Kroik is a researcher at Mid Sweden University's Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. His work focuses on Southern Sami language and education, with a specialization in linguistic research and Indigenous educational contexts. Research areas: Sociolinguistics, Language revitalization, Educational linguistics Key project: Saajve - Stories, didactics and artistic practice in a Sami preschool Education : Licentiate thesis: Differential object marking in South Saami (2016) Doctoral thesis: The construction of spaces for Saami language use (2023) Research interests : David's work explores language revitalization through educational frameworks, focusing on Indigenous language rights, sociolinguistic landscapes, and policy implementation. His studies emphasize early childhood education in Sami preschools and the creation of supportive linguistic environments through artistic practices. Publication trends : Language revitalization in educational settings Indigenous language rights and policy Sociolinguistic landscapes Corpus development for minority languages

• Sociolinguistics
• Language revitalization
• Educational linguistics
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Annika Johansson is an Associate Professor at Stockholm University's Department of Slavic and Baltic Studies, Finnish, Dutch and German. Her work focuses on contrastive linguistics between Swedish and Dutch, with particular emphasis on third language acquisition, metalinguistic awareness, and corpus-based grammatical analysis. Department of Slavic and Baltic Studies, Finnish, Dutch and German Research groups: Network Language and Power, Transcultural Literary Studies Key projects: DLIT - Dutch Literature in Translation, ALMA Award - cultural mediators in transnational flows Her research spans from detailed syntactic studies of impersonal passives to pedagogical applications in digital language examination. She has collaborated extensively on cross-linguistic awareness in multilingual education and developed educational materials like Taaltrotters . Her recent work examines gender representation in dubbed children's animation and digital assessment methodologies in language proficiency testing. Scientific contributions include: 2024: Gender portrayal analysis in PJ Masks translations 2022: Digital examination frameworks for language teaching 2020: Non-verbal communication in audiovisual translation 2019: Swedish-Dutch contrastive grammar studies Recipient of the ALMA Award for cultural mediation research, she continues to explore multilingual educational strategies and digital transformation in language assessment.

• Third Language Acquisition
• Metalinguistic Awareness
• Contrastive Linguistics
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Per Holmberg is a Professor of Swedish with a focus on linguistic research who served as the Tage Danielsson Visiting Professor at Linköping University's Department of Culture and Society (IKOS) from September 2021 to December 2022. He maintains dual affiliations with Linköping University's Department of Communication, Literature and Swedish (KLS) and the University of Gothenburg where he holds his primary professorship. Research Interests Professor Holmberg's research spans several interconnected areas of Swedish language and linguistics. His primary interests include: Grammar didactics and pedagogical approaches to teaching Swedish language Interpretation of Viking Age runic inscriptions, particularly the Rökstenen Development of subject didactics as a research field Contemporary Swedish language use and its historical connections His innovative work on the Rökstenen challenges traditional interpretations, suggesting these inscriptions relate more to astronomical rhythms than heroic tales, opening new avenues for understanding early literacy in the Viking Age. Publications and Research Trends While Holmberg's publication record extends beyond what's detailed here, his recent work demonstrates a consistent focus on bridging historical linguistic analysis with contemporary language education. His research shows how understanding historical texts can inform modern teaching practices, particularly in grammar instruction. Scientific Awards Recipient of the Swedish Academy's prize for outstanding merit in Swedish language research and language care Research Projects and Grants Grammar didactics in practice (ongoing) - Developing models for integrating grammar teaching into writing and reading instruction Early Viking Rune Literacy (VR 2017-2021) - Reinterpreting the Rökstenen runic inscription New wine in old bottles or old wine in new bottles? (VR 2022-2024) - Examining the establishment of Swedish subject didactics as a research field These projects have been supported by significant research funding, including grants from the Swedish Research Council (VR). Academic Leadership As part of the Research Environment for Educational Work with a Focus on Language and Literature Didactics, Professor Holmberg collaborates with researchers, educators, and students to develop practical approaches to language teaching that benefit all students.

• Linguistics
• Swedish Language Research
• Grammar Didactics
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Johanna Salomonsson is a researcher at Linnaeus University's Department of Swedish, focusing on discourse analysis, systemic-functional grammar, and language education. She is affiliated with the Centre of Language for Specific Purposes (CLSP), the Educational Linguistics research group, and the Nordic Research Network for Educational Linguistics (NordEdLing). Her work examines how language is conceptualized across migration discourses, online communication, and second language acquisition contexts. Key research areas include discourse analysis , systemic-functional grammar , and computer-mediated communication She investigates language's role in integration, migration policies, and political rhetoric Her publications span analyses of prepositional phrases, narrative structures, and language policy Salomonsson has co-authored studies on EU nurses' integration into Swedish healthcare and contributed to understanding misunderstanding strategies in German forums. She teaches grammar, grading, and writing in Swedish as a second language, with a focus on net-based learning and oral task design.

• Discourse Analysis
• Systemic-Functional Grammar
• Computer-Mediated Communication
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Xinzheng Wan serves as Senior Lecturer in Chinese at Uppsala University's Department of Linguistics and Philology since 2017, following prior academic roles at the University of Gothenburg (Assistant Lecturer, 2015), Stockholm University (Guest Lecturer, 2007), and Fudan University (Associate Professor, 2006). Education: PhD in Chinese Linguistics, Fudan University (2004) Research Focus: His work centers on Chinese grammar evolution, specifically grammaticalization processes, pragmatic functions, and subjectivity mechanisms. He investigates Swedish learners' acquisition challenges with Mandarin tones and syntax, while concurrently analyzing sociolinguistic patterns in contemporary Chinese neologisms. A significant portion of his output addresses pedagogical applications, including the historical development of Swedish-authored Chinese textbooks and localization strategies for grammar materials. Publication Analysis: Wan's scholarly output (2005-2025) reveals three dominant threads: theoretical dissection of Chinese grammatical structures (e.g., 'V zhe shi V zhe' constructions, imperative softening), empirical studies of Swedish learners' tonal perception, and systematic evaluations of localized teaching resources. This triangulation of theoretical linguistics, acquisition research, and pedagogical design demonstrates consistent focus on bridging linguistic theory with practical language instruction for European learners. Scientific Awards: No awards documented in available institutional records Academic Guidance: Publicly accessible information does not indicate graduate student supervision or externally funded research grants. His primary documented collaboration involves co-authoring Chinese language resources with Professor Torbjörn Lodén. Research Context: Current work centers on developing a comprehensive Chinese grammar reference tailored for Swedish speakers through sustained collaboration with Professor Torbjörn Lodén. While no dedicated laboratory is specified, his research integrates theoretical linguistics with applied language teaching methodologies within Uppsala University's linguistic research ecosystem.

• Chinese Grammar
• Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
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Christine Johansson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of English at Uppsala University, where she has taught English linguistics since 1998. Her distinguished career spans over three decades, combining rigorous research in English syntax with innovative pedagogical approaches that earned her Uppsala University's Distinguished Teaching Award in 2005. Her academic foundation includes a B.A. and M.A. in Languages' Education from Linköping University (1981), followed by nine years as a high school teacher in German and English. She completed her Ph.D. at Uppsala University in 1995 with a thesis on possessive relativizers in present-day English syntax. Johansson's research centers on diachronic and synchronic analysis of English relative clauses , tracing syntactic evolution from Middle to Modern English across varieties like British and American English. Her methodology integrates corpus linguistics with historical analysis, particularly examining relativizer placement, cleft constructions, and 19th-century syntactic patterns. In language didactics, she pioneers Supplemental Instruction techniques for grammar teaching and analyzes syntactic development in Swedish learners' English through the Uppsala Learner English Corpus. Her publication trajectory reveals consistent focus on historical syntax (75% of recent works) with growing emphasis on learner corpus applications (20% since 2009). Key trends include genre-based analysis of Early Modern English (2012-2015) and gender/speaker-role studies in 19th-century texts (2007-2008). Her scientific recognition includes: Distinguished Teaching Award, Uppsala University (2005) As an educator, Johansson mentors teacher-training students through school placements in Uppsala and Canterbury, while integrating research into advanced courses like Early Modern English and Second Language Acquisition. Her grant-supported work on the Uppsala Learner English Corpus demonstrates sustained funding for corpus compilation projects. She co-leads the English Linguistics research group with Dr. Christer Geisler, directing collaborative projects on Swedish learner English and maintaining active participation in international historical linguistics networks.

• English Syntax
• Historical Linguistics
• Corpus Linguistics
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Sofia Svensson is a lecturer in Swedish as a second language at Linnaeus University 's Faculty of Arts and Humanities , Department of Swedish Language. She specializes in applied linguistics , literacy , multilingualism , and identity construction . Her work integrates pedagogical translanguaging to enhance students' language, knowledge, and identity development from preschool to upper secondary education. Currently leading the General School Vocabulary Project under the ULF initiative (Education, Learning and Research) Collaborates on the Fläx project (multilingual classrooms in Växjö) Participated in the Demsam project (school-parent collaboration via translanguaging) Research Themes Her research focuses on: Translanguaging as a pedagogical paradigm Development of multilingual students' general school vocabulary Discourse particles in multilingual youth communication Language didactics in teacher training programs Educational interventions in linguistically heterogeneous schools Key Projects Active in initiatives like: ULF (Education, Learning and Research) - Government-funded vocabulary development Fläx - Municipal collaboration for multilingual education Demsam - School-parent translanguaging strategy research Publications Her 15 most recent publications (2015-2024) explore: Translanguaging in homework and parent collaboration Multilingual students' text analysis and identity Systemic functional grammar in writing skills Discourse particles in Malmö's multilingual youth Teacher training for Swedish as a second language

• Applied Linguistics
• Literacy
• Multilingualism
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Entela Tabaku Sörman is a Senior Lecturer in Albanian at Uppsala University's Department of Modern Languages. She serves as Director of Studies for Undergraduate and Advanced Level Education, focusing on language didactics, translation studies, and heritage language research. Her academic work bridges Albanian and Italian linguistic traditions through multilingual analysis and pedagogical innovation. PhD in Italian Linguistics Specializes in bilingual literary analysis Active in curriculum development Her research explores self-translation practices, neostandard language evolution in educational materials, and cross-cultural language acquisition. Current publications examine bilingual poetry editions and heritage language preservation. Recent work highlights trends in literary self-translation (2025), bilingual edition analysis (2024), and Italian language manual adaptation across Sweden (2014-2018). All publications demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement with translation theory and language acquisition.

• Language Didactics
• Translation Studies
• Heritage Language
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Annelie K Johansson is a researcher at Karlstad University, specializing in educational technology, language education, and pedagogical strategies. Her work focuses on digitalization in classrooms, creative grammar instruction, and cross-disciplinary teaching methods. She has collaborated extensively with educators and researchers on projects such as the 'Utanmaningar i det uppkopplade klassrummet' study (2018-2022) and explored topics like teacher readiness during the pandemic (2021). Publications span from 2011 to 2024, covering digital pedagogy, argumentation techniques, and innovative teaching methods. Key areas include multimodal literacy, assessment strategies, and cultural pedagogy (e.g., Tibetan debate methods). Her research emphasizes practical classroom applications and teacher-student collaboration, reflecting a commitment to bridging theory and practice in education. No formal awards or grants are listed in the provided texts.

• Educational Technology
• Language Education
• Pedagogy
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Anna Lundström is a university lecturer in Swedish as a foreign language at the Department of the Swedish Language, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Linnaeus University. As of January 2024, she holds this position while also serving as the Knowledge Foundation's anniversary doctoral student in Swedish for the period 2025-2030, currently on partial leave of absence to participate in the research project 'Language development beyond the classroom: A collaborative study of adult migrants in working life'. Her research interests focus on literacy, didactics, and multilingualism, with specialization in language development and second language acquisition. She examines how language learning occurs beyond formal educational settings, particularly for adult migrants in working environments. Her work bridges theoretical linguistics with practical applications in language education, emphasizing interculturality, basic literacy development, and assessment methodologies. Anna is actively affiliated with the Center for Educational Linguistics, which brings together researchers in linguistics and language didactics with strong connections to teacher training programs. She has participated in international academic activities including the Germanic Language Intercomprehension summer course at the Università degli Studi di Firenze during 2024 and 2025. Her teaching responsibilities encompass a wide range of subjects: Swedish as a second language courses (1-60 credits) Courses in Swedish language, multilingualism, and interculturality Language and knowledge-developing teaching in teacher training programs VFU supervision for Subject Teacher and Primary Teacher Programs Commissioned training from the Swedish National Agency for Education Beginner Swedish courses for international students and staff She serves as the contact person for beginner Swedish at the university and has over ten years of experience coordinating preparatory English courses for international students. For fall 2025, she is scheduled to teach 'Functional Grammar for Second Language Teaching' (course 1SS118) in both campus and distance formats.

• Literacy
• Didactics
• Multilingualism
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Anneli Fjordevik is a Senior Lecturer in German at Dalarna University's School of Language, Literatures and Learning. She serves as Deputy Head of School and actively contributes to language education research with a focus on digital pedagogy and literary instruction. Her teaching spans multiple graduate-level courses in German language, grammar, and academic writing for educators. Senior Lecturer in German Deputy Head of School Specializes in digital language education Focus on modern German literature and linguistics Research interests center on: Digital literary teaching methodologies Online language acquisition environments Modern German literature analysis Language learning technologies Phonetics and cultural studies integration Recent scholarly contributions examine virtual classroom spatiality, digital literary discussions in breakout rooms, and multilingual educational outreach. Current publications (2024) appear in the edited volume 'Literaturvermittlung im virtuellen Raum' published by Peter Lang.

• German Language Pedagogy
• Digital Education
• Modern German Literature
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