معرفی
Lynn Lawton serves as a Teaching Fellow in English for Academic Purposes at the University of Surrey, actively teaching since 2003 across the English Language Support Programme, summer Pre-Sessionals, English for University Studies, and one-to-one tuition while coordinating course materials and 10-week Pre-Sessional programmes.
Her academic credentials include:
- Combined Honours Degree in History of Art and English Literature from University College London (UCL)
- Trinity College Diploma in TEFL
- MA in Applied Linguistics from King's College, University of London (2008)
Her research and pedagogical focus centers on Applied Linguistics and language education methodologies, specifically Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), English for Academic Purposes (EAP), and English for Specific Purposes (ESP). She prioritizes enhancing international student experiences through targeted language support and cultural awareness initiatives, extending to broader interests in current affairs, environmental studies, and social history as contextual frameworks for language acquisition.
Professional highlights include IELTS examiner accreditation since 1992, EFL teaching in Turkey (1991-1996), Director of Studies for a Verona language school (1996-2000), and Foundation year instruction at Guildford College of Further Education. Her pre-academic career encompassed typographical design, architectural assistance, and restaurant management, informing her interdisciplinary approach to language education.
