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Wendy Altınörs is a Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes at the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, University of Leeds. With over thirty years of experience in English language teaching across Japan, Turkey, and the UK, she has held key roles in International Foundation Year programmes and has led modules in both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. She is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE) and has extensive experience as a teacher trainer (CELTA, DELTA).
Education:
- BA (Hons) Modern History
- MSc Education and Training
- PGCEA
- DELTA
- CTEFLA
Her research focuses on migration, integration, and belonging, particularly through the lens of Turkish migration to Germany. Using positioning theory and ethnic boundary making, her current PhD explores intergenerational experiences of integration. Her methodological expertise includes qualitative interviews, oral history, and policy analysis.
The two available publications reflect her interdisciplinary engagement: one analyzing integration narratives among second-generation migrants, and another addressing pedagogical practices in foundation programmes. Both highlight her dual expertise in migration studies and academic language education.
Professional Memberships:
- Advance HE
- BALEAP
- ESA
- IMISCOE
Wendy has presented at conferences such as the European Sociological Association and IATEFL. She supervises undergraduate and Master’s dissertations in MA ELT, MA TESOL, and MA Education programmes, demonstrating her commitment to academic mentorship. She has no listed scientific awards.
She is affiliated with research networks including IMISCOE and ResearchGate, and her work spans transnational themes in migration, identity, and education. No labs or formal research teams are mentioned in the provided texts.
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