Liu Lisha

Dr. Liu Lisha serves as a Lecturer of English at the Center for Language Education, Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), where she has significantly advanced language education since joining the institution. A UK PhD holder in Education, she brings over 15 years of teaching experience in both English and Chinese language instruction to her role.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Education, University of London School of Education, UK (2009-2013)
• MSc in Educational Studies, University of Oxford, UK (2007-2008)
• BEd in Educational Studies and BA in English, Beijing Normal University, China (2003-2007)

Dr. Liu's research program centers on applied linguistics with particular emphasis on technology-enhanced language learning methodologies. She pioneers innovative approaches like microlecture integration and instructional scaffolding to address challenges in English language acquisition for non-English majors, especially within STEM contexts. Her work systematically investigates student engagement patterns and pedagogical effectiveness in diverse higher education environments, bridging theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications to optimize learning outcomes for Chinese undergraduate populations.

Analysis of her publication record reveals a consistent trajectory toward developing evidence-based teaching models that leverage digital tools to enhance academic language proficiency. Her research demonstrates sophisticated methodological diversity, combining qualitative case studies with quantitative performance metrics to evaluate interventions like the PAD+ Microlectures framework across multiple institutional contexts.

Her exceptional teaching impact is documented through these major recognitions:

• First Prize in 2018 FLTRP Star Teacher Contest Semi-final
• 2017 SUSTech Excellent Teaching Award
• First Prize in 2nd SUSTech Teaching Competition for Young Teachers
• First Prize in 2nd National Critical Thinking Teaching Competition
• Third Prize in FLTRP National Public Speaking Micro-teaching Contest
• Second Prize in SUSTech Teaching Achievement Award (Principal Investigator)

Dr. Liu has led three significant pedagogical research projects including 'The Impact of PAD+ Microlectures on STEM Undergraduates' Academic English Development' and 'Exploring Creative Use of English Reading Skill Micro-courses'. Her mentorship has propelled SUSTech students to victory in national competitions including the Academic English Vocabulary Contest and FLTRP English Debate Winter Camp, reflecting her transformative influence beyond conventional classroom boundaries. As a certified TOEFL, IELTS, and ETIC instructor, she continues to shape language education standards at SUSTech through both research innovation and practical teaching excellence.