Elvis Wagner

Elvis Wagner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Teaching and Learning at Temple University's College of Education and Human Development, specializing in second language oral communicative competence and listening comprehension assessment. His research examines how L2 listeners process spontaneous spoken language versus scripted classroom materials.

Research interests include:

• Assessment methodologies for language proficiency
• Bilingual/bicultural education dynamics
• Language comprehension and development in second language acquisition
• Authentic spoken text applications in testing

His publication trends reveal sustained focus on language testing innovation (2020-2025), with 5 of 7 recent articles addressing L2 listening comprehension, pandemic-era testing adaptations, and technology-driven assessment tools like the Duolingo English Test. Key journals include Language Assessment Quarterly and Journal of Asia TEFL.

Scientific recognition includes:

• International Language Testing Association's 'Best Article in Language Testing' award (2008) for 'Video Listening Tests: What are They Measuring?'

Dr. Wagner actively advises TESOL and world languages students while teaching courses spanning undergraduate methods (MGSE 4427/4428) to graduate assessment (TESL 8636). His work demonstrates significant grant activity in language testing validation and pandemic-responsive assessment design, though specific grants aren't detailed in the source text.

Current research addresses evolving challenges in language assessment, including AI-driven testing platforms and cross-cultural validation of listening comprehension metrics.