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Sian Lloyd-Williams is a Lecturer in Education at Aberystwyth University, School of Education, where she has been serving since September 2012. She holds a PhD and is actively involved in research, teaching, and leadership as Director of Research for the School of Education. Her work is closely aligned with national educational initiatives in Wales, including the Evidence Informed Profession Group and the Collaborative Research Network on Welsh Language and Bilingual Education.
- University: Aberystwyth University
- School: School of Education
- Department: Department of Education
- Position: Lecturer
Her research focuses on bilingualism, multilingualism, language acquisition, assessment, language awareness, and the maintenance of the Welsh language. She has led significant projects on translanguaging, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Welsh-medium education, and diagnostic practices for bilingual children. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and linguistic equity.
Recent research outputs include influential reports and articles on Welsh language education, pandemic-related educational challenges, and bilingual literacy. She has published extensively in both English and Welsh, contributing to journals like Wales Journal of Education and producing practical guides for educators and schools.
- Scientific Awards: None listed
- Grants: Principal Investigator on externally funded projects with Welsh Government and Health and Care Research Wales
- Advising: No named students, but coordinates postgraduate research skills and undergraduate dissertations
She leads the National Professional Enquiry Programme and contributes to national policy through submissions to the Welsh Government’s Culture Strategy and Welsh Language Communities Commission. Her collaborative network includes researchers across Aberystwyth University and governmental bodies, reflecting her impact on both academic and policy spheres.
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