Mario Moya

Dr. Mario Moya is a Senior Lecturer at the University of East London affiliated with the Childhood & Social Care research institute. His work focuses on multilingual education, language learning strategies, and pedagogical innovation. He has presented at international conferences and published extensively on topics like critical literacy, sociocultural theory, and positive psychology in language classrooms.

• Current affiliation: University of East London
• Academic rank: Senior Lecturer
• Research focus: Multilingualism, language pedagogy, teacher training

Research Themes: Moya explores how multilingual learners can be empowered through transformative pedagogical approaches. His work emphasizes the use of language learning strategies (SBI) within sociocultural frameworks, critical liberating literacy practices, and the integration of positive psychology principles in EFL classrooms. He also investigates the role of the mother tongue in language acquisition and the application of cognitive apprenticeship models for teacher development.

Publication Trends: Moya's recent articles (2014-2022) span applied linguistics, educational technology, and psychological well-being. They address topics like participatory assessment, linguistic diversity in education, and workplace happiness measurement. His work bridges theory and practice through case studies, conference proceedings, and pedagogical frameworks.

Professional Contributions: He contributes to teacher training through research on reflective practice and structured debriefing tools. His international collaborations include presentations at conferences in Argentina, UAE, and Germany.