Jonathon S Reinhardt

Jonathon S Reinhardt is a Professor of English and Director of the English as an Additional Language (EAL) Program at the University of Arizona's Department of Modern Languages. His research focuses on technology-enhanced second language pedagogy, digital game-based learning, and the role of social media in language education. He currently leads the Clarify Initiative, a project enhancing critical language awareness through grammar analysis in rhetoric and disinformation contexts. He is a recipient of the 2023 Fulbright Scholar Award for collaborative work on game-based language learning in Germany.

Reinhardt holds editorial roles at CALICO Journal (Associate Editor) and Language Learning and Technology. He will serve as President of the Computer Assisted Language Instructional Consortium (CALL) from 2023–2025. His recent work emphasizes digital literacies, autonomous learning, and the integration of emerging technologies into language education. He teaches courses on technology-enhanced language instruction and English grammar pedagogy.

His research trends reflect a focus on leveraging digital tools (e.g., games, social media) to address challenges in language learning beyond traditional classrooms. Key themes include learner autonomy in digital spaces, design-informed approaches to L2 gaming, and critical language practices in virtual environments.

Awarded the Fulbright Scholar Award (2023), Reinhardt's leadership extends to curricular innovation and professional associations. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications, such as the Clarify Initiative's focus on disinformation literacy through language analysis.

Advising and grants: While no specific student advisees are listed, his directorship roles and editorial leadership reflect his mentorship in the field. His current sabbatical (2023) likely supports ongoing research and institutional initiatives.

Labs/Teams: Leads the Clarify Initiative and collaborates internationally on CALL-related projects through his editorial and consortium roles.