Lisa Karakas

Lisa Karakas is a Professor in the Division of General Education at Berkeley College, where she teaches Applied Media, English, and English as a Second Language (ESL) courses in online, onsite, and blended formats. She has been a dedicated faculty member since 1996 and is based at the New York City campus.

Her academic background includes a Bachelor of Arts in English from the State University of New York at Stony Brook and a Master of Science in TESOL from the State University of New York at Albany.

Her research and teaching interests center on language education and inclusive pedagogy. She is particularly focused on supporting non-native English speakers in academic settings, enhancing instructional design for digital learning, and promoting diversity and inclusion in educational and workplace environments. Her work bridges applied media with language acquisition, emphasizing practical communication skills and learner confidence.

While no peer-reviewed articles are listed in the provided text, her professional contributions reflect a strong engagement with modern educational practices, particularly in online course quality and microlearning strategies.

• Professional Certifications and Recognitions:
• Gnowbe Microlearning Instructional Design Certification (2022)
• QM Quality Matters: Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR) Certification (2018)

Lisa Karakas has presented on important educational and social topics, including her talk "Conducting Inclusive Workplace Meetings: Strategies and Interactive Breakout Sessions" at the International Women’s Day DEI Leadership Summit in March 2024. She actively collaborates with colleagues on academic committees and contributes to campus culture through musical performances as a violinist at Berkeley College events. There is no mention of formal grant funding or student advising in the available information.

She is an engaged member of the Berkeley College academic community, contributing both inside and outside the classroom through pedagogical innovation, professional development, and artistic expression.