Octavia Harris

Octavia Harris is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Arts & Humanities at Nottingham Trent University, affiliated with the Nottingham Institute of Languages and Intercultural Communication. She serves as the EFL and Business English Subject Coordinator for the University Language Programme (ULP), where she leads modules at stages 5 and 7. Her teaching extends to in-sessional English for MA ELT/TESOL and Law students, highlighting her role in supporting academic language development across disciplines.

Her research focuses on innovative pedagogies in academic writing, particularly fostering critical voice and self-reflective writing. She employs action research methodologies to explore how contact languages and exemplar-based instruction can enhance student learning. Her work emphasizes student empowerment and academic literacy in multilingual higher education contexts.

The available publications indicate a strong trend in using exemplars and pedagogical principles to bridge learning gaps and develop critical writing skills. Her research aligns closely with applied linguistics, language education, and curriculum development in university settings.

Professional Affiliations:

• Member, Society for Caribbean Linguistics

Octavia Harris actively contributes to academic discourse through conference presentations and research seminars. She has presented at BALEAP events and hosted seminars at Nottingham Language Centre, demonstrating ongoing scholarly engagement. While no formal advising or grant information is available, her leadership in curriculum coordination and module development reflects significant academic responsibility.

She is involved in research seminars and professional conferences, contributing to the broader ELT and applied linguistics community. Her work supports both undergraduate and postgraduate language learners, particularly in academic and professional contexts.