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Dr. Maki Yoshida is a Lecturer in Global and Language Studies at RMIT University's School of Global, Urban and Social Studies. Her research focuses on intersections of language, gender, sexuality, and inclusive education, particularly in Japanese language pedagogy. She coordinates the 'Gender-Just & LGBTIQA+ Inclusive Language in Japanese Studies' project and collaborates with the International Network for Gender and Sexuality in Japanese Language Education to develop inclusive teaching resources.
Her work addresses cis-heteronormative practices in language education, advocating for queer-inclusive curricula. Key affiliations include the International Gender and Language Association (IGALA) and Japanese Studies Association of Australia (JSAA). She supervises postgraduate research in language education and interdisciplinary knowledge-building in higher education.
- Professional Affiliations:
- Association for Language and Cultural Education (ALCE)
- Japanese Studies Association of Australia (JSAA)
- International Gender and Language Association (IGALA)
- Languages and Cultures Network for Australian Universities (LCNAU)
- Teaching Focus:
- Language and identity
- Critical pedagogy
- Technology in language education
Her research outputs emphasize transformative approaches to language education, including publications on gendered language use, pandemic-era pedagogy, and textbook analysis. She actively contributes to global networks promoting inclusive language practices in Japanese studies.
