Dorit Kaufman

Dr. Dorit Kaufman is a Professor at Stony Brook University, specializing in language attrition, bilingualism, and TESOL pedagogy. She holds a Ph.D. from SUNY Stony Brook (1991) and has over three decades of global teaching experience. Her research explores native language attrition in immigrant children, literacy development, and constructivist pedagogy.

Educational Background:

• Ph.D. in Linguistics/Education, SUNY Stony Brook, 1991
• Extensive coursework in sociolinguistics and language acquisition

Research Interests: Focuses on sociolinguistic and psycholinguistic aspects of language attrition, bilingual narrative development, and pedagogical strategies for heritage language preservation. Her work bridges theory and practice in TESOL, emphasizing content-based instruction and reflective teaching practices.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2001 New York State R. Neal Appleby Award for Teacher Education
• 2002 SUNY Chancellor's Excellence in Teaching Award

Grants & Leadership:

• Led Stony Brook's teacher education programs (2001-2017) through three NCATE accreditations
• Secured federal grants for programs like Project MORE and TEPA (FIPSE)
• Directed initiatives on diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration

Professional Contributions: Authored/co-edited key texts including Content-Based Instruction in Higher Education (2002) and Professional Development of International Teaching Assistants (2006). Served on national accreditation boards and global TESOL committees.