معرفی
Dr. Vilma Concha-Chiaraviglio is an Associate Professor of Spanish at Meredith College. Her academic journey includes a Doctor of Arts in Hispanic Linguistics and a Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics from Stony Brook University, supported by Fulbright and full scholarships. She specializes in second language acquisition, cultural pedagogy, and politeness frameworks in Spanish. Her research emphasizes teaching strategies for Spanish verbal tenses and fostering cross-cultural understanding.
- Education:
- Licenciatura (BA) in Modern Languages, Colombia
- MA in Applied Linguistics, SUNY Stony Brook
- Doctor of Arts in Hispanic Linguistics, SUNY Stony Brook
- Professional Credentials:
- Spanish OPI Certification (ACTFL)
- NC K-12 Spanish Licensure
Her research explores language and power dynamics, error-based learning strategies, and cultural diplomacy. She has authored peer-reviewed articles on Spanish subjunctive pedagogy and co-authored works on communicative competency assessment. Dr. Concha-Chiaraviglio has held leadership roles in the AATSP-NC chapter and reviews academic publications for RMMLA and Hispania.
Her work bridges linguistic theory with practical teaching methods, aiming to build cultural bridges between Colombia, the U.S., and global communities. She actively contributes to language education through grants and interdisciplinary collaborations.
