Latricia Trites

Latricia Trites is a Professor of English (TESOL) and Director of TESOL Programs at Murray State University, affiliated with the Department of English in the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. Her academic career spans over two decades, focusing on applied linguistics, second language acquisition, and teacher training.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, Northern Arizona University
• M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies (Linguistics), Texas Tech University
• B.A. in English and French, Texas Tech University

Research Interests: Dr. Trites specializes in ESL/EFL teacher training, reading and writing instruction, language assessment, and curriculum design. Her work emphasizes reflective pedagogy, leadership development for educators, and innovative approaches to language testing.

Publications Trends: Her work spans textbooks like Panorama series (Oxford University Press) and peer-reviewed articles on teacher professional development, language assessment frameworks, and critical reflection in education.

Awards:

• Fulbright Scholarship to Yilan, Taiwan (2008-09)
• Sandra Flynn International Student Professor of the Year (2004-05)

Professional Contributions: She leads TESOL programs, chairs the College of Humanities and Fine Arts curriculum committee, and serves as a CAEP evaluator/lead reviewer for TESOL programs nationwide. She teaches courses ranging from linguistic foundations to advanced ESL methods and research.