Soheil Mansouri

Dr. Soheil Mansouri is an Affiliate Faculty member in the Department of Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education at the School of Education Professions, College of Adult and Graduate Studies, Colorado Christian University, where he has been serving since 2018. Prior to this, he taught at Florida State University, bringing over 15 years of experience in EFL and ESL contexts.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Florida State University
• M.S. in Foreign and Second Language Teaching (TESOL focus), Florida State University
• B.A. in English-Persian Translation, Iran

His research focuses on the psychological and pedagogical aspects of second language learning, particularly TESOL methods, second language motivation, and heritage language maintenance. He explores how motivational frameworks such as Directed Motivational Currents and the 2×2 Model of L2 Self-Guides influence language acquisition and persistence among heritage learners. His work bridges theory and practice in multilingual and multicultural educational settings.

The two available publications indicate a strong focus on motivational dynamics in second language acquisition, particularly within the context of heritage Persian language development and theoretical reconceptualizations of L2 motivation. These works contribute to applied linguistics and language education research, emphasizing cognitive and affective factors in language learning.

Professional Roles and Contributions:

• Co-Director, STARTALK programs
• Instructional Lead, STARTALK programs
• Site Visitor and Consultant, STARTALK programs
• Extensive experience teaching EFL in elementary schools and ESL at the university level
• Instructor of TESL courses for pre-service and in-service K-12 teachers pursuing M.A. in TESOL or certification

Dr. Mansouri has not been mentioned as advising students or receiving scientific awards. There is no information about grants or research laboratories associated with him.