Olaf Ernst Bohlke

Olaf Ernst Bohlke is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at Creighton University, focusing on German Studies. He holds a PhD from Michigan State University and is fluent in German, English, Spanish, and French (~B1).

• Education: PhD, Michigan State University - German Studies

His research emphasizes Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL), Second Language Acquisition, and Foreign Language Instruction. His dissertation analyzed learner output in chatrooms versus face-to-face discussions. He has contributed to the Foreign Language Technology Magazine with work on virtual dual immersion programs.

Bohlke previously served as Director of the Hitchcock Language Resource Center (1998–2013), supporting language pedagogy. His recent publications explore language technology and proficiency pathways.

Scientific Awards:

• eFellowships at Creighton University

As an advisor and educator, he focuses on integrating technology into language instruction. He has collaborated with the AUSJAL University Consortium and AJCU-AUSJAL Project Coordinators.