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Yang Yang is a Lecturer in the Global Languages department at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). She holds a B.A. in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language from Xi’an International Studies University and an M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from Adelphi University. Currently, she is pursuing a second M.A. in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language at Middlebury College. Her pedagogical interests focus on second language acquisition, Chinese language pedagogy, and cultural communication. Prior to MIT, she developed a Chinese culture and language program at Quincy Asian Resources, Inc., and served as an online tutor for the Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University.
Her professional experience includes teaching at Middlebury Language Schools and creating curriculum for diverse learner demographics. Yang’s expertise emphasizes culturally responsive teaching methodologies and bridging linguistic and cultural gaps in language education. She contributes to the MIT Global Languages initiative by fostering intercultural competency and language proficiency among students.
Educational Background:
- B.A., Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, Xi’an International Studies University (China)
- M.A., Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Adelphi University (New York)
- Pursuing M.A., Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, Middlebury College
Her research interests explore effective instructional strategies for heritage learners and integrating technology into language acquisition. While no specific awards are listed, her academic trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing language pedagogy through continuous professional development.
