Valentina Abbatelli

Valentina Abbatelli is an Assistant Professor in the Italian Department at the University of Warwick, specializing in Italian language, culture, and pedagogy. She holds a PhD in Historical Linguistics and History of Italian Language from the University of Rome 'La Sapienza' and a second PhD in Italian Studies from the University of Warwick.

• PhD in Italian Studies (University of Warwick)
• PhD in Historical Linguistics and History of Italian Language (University of Rome 'La Sapienza')
• DITALS II Certification (University for Foreigners of Siena)
• MA in Linguistics (University of Rome 'La Sapienza')
• BA in Italian Studies (University of Rome 'La Sapienza')

Her research focuses on Italian language teaching, digital pedagogy, translation studies, and the history of publishing, with particular emphasis on Fascist Italy, visual culture, and national identity. She explores intercultural competence, empathy development, and EDI (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) in language education through transnational and glocal approaches.

Recent publications include analyses of translation practices in Fascist Italy, intercultural virtual exchange projects, and diversity integration in language curricula. She was awarded the Society of Italian Studies EDI Excellence Award in 2022 and Senior Fellow of Advance HE in 2024.

• Society of Italian Studies EDI Excellence Award (2022)
• Senior Fellow of Advance HE (2024)
• Funded research projects (IAS, GRP Connecting Cultures, HRC)

She coordinates language modules at various levels and leads initiatives like the Intercultural Virtual Exchange with the University of Genoa. Her teaching innovations include digital assessments to enhance student engagement and transferrable skills.