Meifang Zhuo

Meifang Zhuo is a scholar specializing in applied linguistics and TESOL, transitioning from a PhD candidate (University of Warwick) to an Assistant Professor at the University of Birmingham's School of Education and Social Justice. Her work focuses on teacher development, well-being, and innovative research methodologies like arts-based practices and AI integration. She holds an MA TESOL (Distinction) from Warwick and is an Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (AFHEA).

Educational Background:

• PhD in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching (University of Warwick, 2021–2025, expected)
• MA TESOL (University of Warwick, 2019–2020, Distinction)

Research Interests: Teacher research, teacher well-being, visual and arts-based methodologies, AI in education, and language management. She has spearheaded interdisciplinary projects like the 'Wellbeing and Productivity' initiative for international PhD students and co-authored reports on teacher professional communities in China.

Awards & Recognition:

• People's Choice Prize for Research Out-of-the-Box (2025)
• Nominated for Warwick Awards for Teaching Excellence (WATE 2025)
• Fellow of Warwick International Higher Education Academy (WIHEA)

Teaching & Mentorship: Supervises master's dissertations in TESOL at the University of Leeds and mentors graduate teaching assistants (GTA) at Warwick. She has contributed to MA TESOL programs and short courses in applied linguistics.

Research Projects: Leads initiatives on technostress in AI-driven education, children-led exploratory practice, and teacher professional development in China. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams across linguistics, psychology, and technology.