Katie Angus

Dr. Katie Angus is an Associate Professor in the Department of World Languages at the University of Southern Mississippi, located in Hattiesburg. She holds a PhD and MA from the University of Arizona (2014 and 2011 respectively). Her expertise spans L2 Pedagogy, L2 Program Administration, and Teacher Training with a focus on integrating technology into language education.

Education:

• PhD in Applied Linguistics, University of Arizona, 2014
• MA in French Literature, University of Arizona, 2011

Her research emphasizes emergency remote teaching methodologies, technology acceptance in language learning, and professional development for foreign language educators. Recent work examines pandemic-driven pedagogical shifts and post-pandemic online teaching strategies. She has published widely on teaching assistants’ preparedness and technology integration in syllabi design.

Publications reflect a thematic focus on:

• Emergency remote teaching frameworks
• Technology adoption in language programs
• Foreign language educator preparedness

Dr. Angus is affiliated with the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and Mississippi Foreign Language Association. She teaches French language courses (beginning to advanced levels) and World Language pedagogy courses.