Jesse Gleason

Dr. Jesse Gleason is an Associate Professor in the Department of World Languages & Literatures at Southern Connecticut State University's School of Arts. His office is located in EN D 143, and he can be contacted via email at gleasonj8@southernct.edu or phone at (203) 392-8012.

Research Focus

Dr. Gleason's research explores intersections of language pedagogy and technology, including:

• Content-based instruction and biliteracy development
• Task-based language learning methodologies
• Systemic functional linguistics approaches
• Technology-mediated crisis response in education
• Equity-focused language assessment frameworks

His work consistently addresses social justice through educational technology innovations.

Publication Trends

Gleason's 15 most recent publications (2012-2022) demonstrate a strong focus on technology-enhanced language learning, with 73% examining digital tools (CALL, blended learning, automated assessment). Social justice themes appear in 40% of works, while pandemic-related educational adaptations emerged as a recent research thread. Methodologically, he favors classroom ethnography and discourse analysis.

Grants and Funding

Principal investigator on multiple grants totaling $20,800+ including:

• Longitudinal Study of Spanish Program Models
• Developing Teaching Knowledge About Language ($5,000)
• Simulating Study Abroad Experiences ($6,000 with TalkAbroad™)
• Language Across Disciplines visiting scholars program

Professional Engagement

Active presenter at major conferences including American Council on Teaching Foreign Languages (ACTFL), Computer-Assisted Language Instruction Consortium (CALICO), and World Congress of Applied Linguistics. Regularly conducts professional development workshops for K-16 educators on assessment design and technology integration.