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Dr. Alena Barysevich is an Associate Professor in French Studies and Linguistics at the School of Languages and Literatures, University of Guelph. She specializes in Applied Linguistics and sociolinguistic competence in second language acquisition, with a focus on French as a Second/Foreign Language (FSL) in minority settings. Her research emphasizes bilingual/plurilingual education, innovative pedagogical approaches (e.g., translanguaging, task-based instruction), and the integration of technology in language learning. She has designed and evaluated online, hybrid, and face-to-face language curricula, and her work addresses social justice and equity in language education.
Education:
- Ph.D., Sociolinguistics, University of Western Ontario
- M.A., French Studies/Linguistics, University of Western Ontario
- D.E.A., Interdisciplinary Studies, Université Libre de Bruxelles
- B.A.H. & B.Ed., French Studies & Applied Linguistics, Minsk State Linguistic University
Research Interests: Sociolinguistics, FSL pedagogy, translanguaging, technology-enhanced learning, minority language education, and socio-constructivist theory. She investigates how language variation, identity, and social factors influence language learning and teaching, particularly in minority contexts like Franco-Ontarian communities.
Recent Research Projects:
- Language Education for Social Justice (2024–Present): Explores social justice frameworks in language education.
- Translanguaging Pedagogy in a Canadian University (2022–2023): Evaluates cross-language learning tools.
- Fundamentals of Language and Language Learning (2020–2022): Developed an online course for language learners.
Awards:
- Lynne-Lionel Scott Award (2011)
- Best Teacher of the Year (2010)
- Excellence in Teaching (2006)
Advising & Grants: Supervised research assistants including W. Lindinger and E. Langlois. Secured grants from SSHRC, AVPA, and the Learning Enhancement Fund. Co-organized conferences like the International Second Language Pedagogies Conference and led initiatives such as the Multilingual Trivia Night.
Labs/Teams: Active in the School of Languages and Literatures’ initiatives, focusing on interdisciplinary language education and technology integration.
