معرفی
Dr Zoe Handley is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Education at the University of York. With a PhD in Informatics from the University of Manchester and a BSc in French Language Technology from UMIST, her career spans roles such as Research Fellow at the University of Nottingham (2007-2009) and Oxford University Press Research Fellow at the University of Oxford (2009-2011). She joined York in 2011 and was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2017.
Education
- BSc in French Language Technology, UMIST (2001)
- PhD in Informatics, University of Manchester (2006)
Research Interests
Her research focuses on second language oral fluency and computer-assisted language learning (CALL). Key projects include a British Academy-funded investigation into fluency measurement and a British Council-funded study on study-abroad impacts on fluency. She also explores technology's role in pronunciation training, teacher cognition, and digital tools like wikis and smartphones.
Scientific Awards
- Vice Chancellor’s Award for Teaching (2014)
- Oxford University Press Research Fellowship (2009-2011)
Teaching & Leadership
She has taught TESOL, applied linguistics, and research methods, leading innovations recognized by the Vice Chancellor. Administrative roles include Director of Taught Masters (2014-2016) and Programme Leader for the interdisciplinary MA in Social Research.
Laboratory & Teams
She is affiliated with the Centre for Advanced Studies in Language and Education (CASLE), contributing to interdisciplinary research and supervising doctoral students in CALL-related areas.
