Bobby Hobgood

Bobby Hobgood is the Director of the Language Resource Center in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Translation at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and an Adjunct Professor in both the College of Education and the Department. He specializes in integrating technology and active learning strategies in language education. His roles include supporting faculty and students in pedagogical innovation, offering workshops, and teaching courses such as Advanced Methods for Foreign Languages (online) and French language courses.

Education:

• Ed.D. Curriculum and Instruction, UNC Chapel Hill (2007)
• M.A.T. French, School for International Training (1996)
• A.B. Education, UNC Chapel Hill (1988)

Research Focus: His interests span Second Language Acquisition, Online Learning, and the application of technology in language pedagogy. He actively promotes active learning engagement and accessibility in educational resources.

Awards:

• 2020 Laura Thomas Award for Language Resource Center accessibility
• 2017 SCOLT Educator of Excellence Award
• 2016 Honorary Lifetime Member of the Foreign Language Association of NC

He serves as a Quality Matters Associate Fellow and has contributed to the development of interactive educational materials, including the co-authored guidebook How to Study a World Language.