Carolina Castro Huercano

Dr. Carolina Castro Huercano is an Assistant Professor and Program Chair at the SIT Graduate Institute, with over 23 years of experience in global education across Spain, Asia, the U.S., and Australia. She holds a PhD in Education and Applied Linguistics from Flinders University, focusing on project-based learning and digital pedagogy.

• PhD, Education and Applied Linguistics, Flinders University
• MA, Teaching Spanish as a Foreign Language, Universidad Pablo de Olavide
• BA, English Language and Literature, Universidad de Sevilla

Her research centers on social and emotional learning, LGBTQIA+ inclusion in education, AI applications in academic writing, and e-pedagogy. She integrates feminist and intercultural frameworks into her work, emphasizing equity and innovation.

Her publications highlight digital technologies in language education and pedagogical design, reflecting her commitment to experiential learning. She has taught at institutions like UNC Chapel Hill and Flinders University, and her consulting work spans teacher training in Western and emerging economies.

As a mentor, she guides master’s students in international education and policy, combining academic rigor with practical insights. Her career bridges academia, NGOs, and government agencies, focusing on intercultural competence and ethical practices.