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Sarah Burkitt is a Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes at the Language Centre, University of Leeds, Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. She has been teaching at the university since 2019, specializing in English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAP) for science, medical, and healthcare students. Her teaching roles include co-leading the summer pre-sessional Language for Science course, delivering in-sessional Academic Literacy sessions for postgraduate students in the Faculty of Biological Sciences, and teaching on the Lifelong Learning: Transition to Medicine module as part of the Gateway to Medicine programme.
Education:
- MA in Teaching English for Academic Purposes (Distinction)
- BA (Hons) in Religions and Theology
- PGCE in Secondary Religious Education
- Cambridge DELTA
- Cambridge CELTA
Sarah's research focuses on enhancing pedagogical practices in ESAP, particularly through the integration of empathetic awareness using arts-based methods, genre analysis of academic texts such as laboratory reports in Food Science, and understanding the emotional dimensions of language learning. She is also deeply interested in the professional development of EAP teachers, especially those transitioning from teaching General English to academic contexts. Her work emphasizes reflective practice, student engagement, and fostering positive educational experiences.
While no peer-reviewed journal articles are listed in the provided text, her recent conference presentations demonstrate active scholarly engagement in EAP teacher development, student interaction in online breakout rooms, and the use of children's literature in ESAP classrooms. These contributions reflect a strong commitment to innovation and reflection in EAP pedagogy.
Professional Memberships:
- BALEAP (British Association of Lecturers in English for Academic Purposes)
- Higher Education Academy (HEA)
Sarah Burkitt is actively involved in curriculum delivery, professional development, and research within the Language Centre. She supervises and mentors students informally through her teaching roles and contributes to institutional teaching excellence through her reflective and evidence-based practice. She has not received any listed scientific awards or grants in the provided text.
Labs and Research Groups:
- Language Centre Research Group, University of Leeds
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