Luis Ochoa

Luis Ochoa is a Senior Lecturer and Coordinator for the Spanish Language Program at Concordia University's Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics. He has held this position since 1999, overseeing Spanish language course coordination and advancing research in Spanish language teaching methodologies. His current projects include developing a textbook focused on Grammar and Writing for advanced Spanish learners.

Education:

• MA in Teaching Spanish as a Second or Foreign Language, Universidad de Salamanca, Spain (1997–1999)
• MA in Hispanic Studies, McGill University, Canada (1996–1998)
• BA in Literature, Concordia University, Canada (1993–1996)

Research interests center on Spanish language pedagogy, with an emphasis on curriculum development and effective instructional strategies for advanced learners. His recent work includes exploring intersections of grammar, writing, and communicative competence in multilingual contexts.

Professional experience also includes part-time faculty roles at Concordia (1998–1999) and teaching assistantships at McGill (1996–1997). He previously served as a Spanish Teacher and Linguistic Advisor at the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (1995–1999), addressing environmental policy communication across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.