Kent K. Lee

Dr. Kent K. Lee is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education, and serves as the Graduate Coordinator within the Faculty's Dean's Office. His expertise spans TESOL, second language acquisition, and adult literacy education. He holds certifications from Alberta Education and TESL Canada, and actively engages with the TESL community through professional development initiatives and volunteer work. Lee's research focuses on practical issues in language teaching, emphasizing teacher collaboration, self-regulated learning, and technology-enhanced instruction.

He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses including EDEL 495, EDSE 369, and EDPY 573, covering topics like ESL methodology, CALL, and settlement education. His research explores metacognition in language learning, portfolio-based assessments, and the role of social platforms like X/Twitter in TESOL communities. Lee advocates for evidence-based practices in K-12 and settlement language programs, emphasizing partnerships between researchers and educators.

Recent studies include examining high school ELLs' experiences with online instruction, the emotional dynamics of adult literacy learners, and the effectiveness of professional learning communities. His work bridges theory and practice, aiming to improve outcomes for diverse language learners and educators.