Alys D. Avalos-Rivera

Alys D. Avalos-Rivera is a Continuing Lecturer in Simon Fraser University's Department of English, specializing in writing pedagogy and language education. Her work bridges teacher development and academic literacy, with research exploring how novice writers develop identities through multilingual and multimodal learning approaches.

Education credentials:

• PhD in Linguistics, Oklahoma State University
• MA in Applied Linguistics, Cristóbal Colón University
• BA in English, Universidad Veracruzana

Her teaching includes courses on language purpose, writing theory, and persuasive writing. Research examines intertextuality in novice writing and technology-enhanced feedback systems, emphasizing inclusive educational environments.