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Etsuyo Yuasa is an Associate Professor in Japanese at the Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures, The Ohio State University. She specializes in Japanese language pedagogy, grammar instruction, and advanced learners' education. Her work emphasizes individualized teaching strategies and addressing exceptions in Japanese grammar.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Linguistics (1998), University of Chicago
Research Interests: Prof. Yuasa’s research focuses on pedagogical linguistics, including grammar instruction methodologies, teaching advanced learners, and the application of linguistic theories to language education. Her book Modularity in Language: Constructional and Categorial Mismatch in Syntax and Semantics (2005) and edited volumes such as Pragmatics and Autolexical Grammar (2011) and Individualized Instruction in East Asian Languages (2013) highlight her contributions to the field.
Teaching and Leadership: She directs the Japanese Language Program at OSU and teaches courses like Level 5 Japanese, Intensive Japanese Grammar, and Pedagogical Syntax. Her dedication to teaching was recognized with the 2024 College of Arts and Sciences Outstanding Teaching Award.
Grants and Future Work: While no specific grants are mentioned, her recent publications (2017–2022) emphasize practical applications of linguistics in education and teacher training strategies for novice instructors.
