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Jeanne Godfrey is a Teaching Fellow at the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures, University of Leeds. She is a prominent figure in English for Academic Purposes (EAP), with a focus on academic writing, second language acquisition, and academic literacy. She has held leadership roles including Head of Department, Principal Lecturer in Learning and Teaching, and Chair of BALEAP, and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy and Joint Editor of The Language Scholar.
- MA Linguistics, University of Reading (1989–1990)
- CELTA/ R.S.A Certificate TEFL
- BA Honours Social Anthropology and Sociolinguistics, University of Sussex (1982–1985)
Her research centers on student academic writing, with a strong emphasis on creativity, originality, use of source material, academic integrity, vocabulary development, and student written voice and identity. She promotes pedagogical approaches that help students express their ideas clearly and confidently in academic contexts.
The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on academic writing support, EAP pedagogy, and student learning. Her works span practical guides for students, scholarly chapters on writing across disciplines, and collaborative research models. These publications demonstrate a sustained commitment to enhancing academic literacy and writing development in higher education.
- Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Jeanne Godfrey has been actively involved in curriculum development, academic writing center leadership, and professional scholarship. She has delivered numerous invited talks and keynotes across the UK and internationally. While no formal PhD students are listed, her mentorship of educational practice and scholarly collaboration has significantly influenced EAP pedagogy. She has contributed to widening participation initiatives and interdisciplinary writing support programs.
She played a pioneering role in establishing one of the first academic writing centers in a UK university, demonstrating her commitment to institutional support for student writing. Her work continues to shape EAP practices through publications, professional leadership, and educational innovation.
