Yoshimi Valentine

Yoshimi Valentine is a Lecturer of Japanese at Rutgers University. She earned her MA in Japanese Pedagogy from Columbia University and her BA in Linguistics from San Diego State University.

• MA in Japanese Pedagogy, Columbia University
• BA in Linguistics, San Diego State University

Her research focuses on Second Language Acquisition, particularly on feedback mechanisms and recasting in language learning. She also explores intersections with psycholinguistics and neurolinguistics. At Rutgers, she teaches Elementary Japanese 101 and 102, integrating theoretical linguistics and practical language instruction.

While no specific scientific awards are mentioned, her work includes contributions to Japanese pedagogy through both teaching and research. She has co-authored studies on blended learning methodologies, emphasizing digital tools like 'Grammar Video for Genki and Speak Everywhere.'