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Neil Allison is a Lecturer in Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Glasgow, specializing in English for Academic Study (EAS) with a focus on Law. He has been active in EAP since 2010 and previously worked in legal practice and publishing.
- LLB (Hons), Strathclyde University
- DipLP (Legal Practice)
- MSc in Information Science
- DELTA (English Language Teaching)
- MEd in Academic Practice
His research centers on English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAP), particularly Legal Text and Discourse Analysis, Legal Ontology, and Cognitive Linguistics. He explores schema theory, cognitive architecture, and legal conceptual frameworks to enhance academic skills for law students.
Recent publications (2024–2011) span Legal Linguistics, EAP Pedagogy, and Educational Technology, with a focus on classroom attention metrics, legal ontology, and digital learning tools like Microsoft Teams. Key themes include legal discourse, cognitive learning strategies, and ethical pedagogy.
- Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (RET)
- UCU Area Representative for SMLC
- Former IELTS Examiner Trainer
- Pro bono legal advisor via Citizens' Advice Bureau
Neil integrates legal expertise with language pedagogy, emphasizing clarity in legal education and student-centered learning technologies. He collaborates on projects involving BALEAP TEL SIG and contributes to discussions on power dynamics in EAP.
