جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Text Linguistics
• Lingvokul'turology
• Stylistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Galina Nedilkova Kurteva holds a PhD in Philological Sciences and is affiliated with the Department of New Bulgarian Studies at the National University of Sofia. Her academic background includes studies in Bulgarian and English Philology from Sofia University, a PhD from the Russian Academy of Sciences (Moscow), and postgraduate specialization in Beijing. She has directed the Summer School for Bulgarian Language and Culture at NBU and led the Erasmus+ project 'Bulgarian Language for Erasmus Students.' Her research focuses on text linguistics, sociolinguistics, and intercultural communication. She has actively participated in national and international projects, including collaborations with institutions in China, Italy, Austria, and Russia. Her work emphasizes Bulgarian language acquisition challenges for foreign learners, particularly Russian speakers, and pedagogical innovations in SLA (Second Language Acquisition). Prof. Kurteva has developed Bulgarian language textbooks for foreign learners (e.g., Здравейте ) and contributed to language policy studies, including CEFR alignment and testing methodologies. She currently teaches courses on Bulgarian linguistics and language pedagogy. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Union of Bulgarian Scientists and the China Friendship Society. She has supervised projects on language assessment frameworks and intercultural education, reflecting her commitment to bridging linguistic and cultural divides.

• Language Education
• Educational Assessment
• Teacher Training
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Karin Da Rocha is a Professor at the Styrian University of Education, specifically within the Institute for Secondary Teacher Education. She oversees academic operations including thesis supervision and placement testing. Her responsibilities include managing the Placement Test (PT) aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), focusing on B2 proficiency levels. She is reachable via email and holds office hours near room A0216, requiring prior appointments. Her work emphasizes standardized language assessment and teacher education, with upcoming PT sessions scheduled for October 2025 and early 2026. She mandates electronic testing via Oxford English Testing, covering grammar and listening skills within 50 minutes. Supervision of BA theses and thesis guidance resumes in October 2025. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned, though her role underscores institutional academic leadership in language and pedagogical evaluation.

Ying Zhengمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Psychometrics and test validation
• Human scoring vs. machine scoring
• Statistics in applied linguistics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Ying Zheng serves as a Professor in Languages, Cultures & Linguistics at the University of Southampton , where she also holds the position of Director of Postgraduate Recruitment & Admissions within the School of Humanities. Additionally, she is the UK Director of the Confucius Institute , contributing to Chinese language education initiatives. Specializes in psychometrics, test validation, and statistics in applied linguistics Previously worked as Psychometrician and Director of Research at Pearson (2009-2013) PhD and MEd from Queen's University, Canada Her research focuses on human vs. machine scoring, comparative judgment in language testing, Mandarin exams in the UK system (A-Level/GCSE), ESL/EFL learner characteristics, and teacher professional development. She leads projects with AHRC and University of Southampton funding, including automated scoring models and AI applications in essay assessment. Recent scientific publications examine CEFR alignment, PTE Academic revisions, and global language scale development. Current work explores AI-integrated feedback systems and psychometric models for English and Chinese language assessment. Awarded UK Higher Education Academy Fellow (2015) Supervises PhD students in iPhD Applied Linguistics/ELT and PhD Modern Languages programs

• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• Language Testing and Assessment
• Corpus Approaches
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Yu-Hua Chen is a Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) at the Language Centre, University of Leeds. They have prior academic experience teaching Applied Linguistics, ELT/TESOL, and Academic English at Coventry University and the University of Nottingham Ningbo China, alongside industry roles as a Test Developer/Test Development Manager at Pearson and LTTC in Taiwan. Specializes in EAP, Language Testing, Corpus Linguistics, and Second Language Learning Developed tools: Chinese Corpus of Academic Written and Spoken English (CAWSE) and Transcribear (automated transcription tool) Contributed to the Academic Collocation List (ACL) and British Academy-funded project aligning A-Level Mandarin Chinese to CEFR Their research intersects language assessment, corpus analysis, and digital innovation, focusing on enhancing language education through technology and cross-cultural collaboration. Chen holds a PhD in Linguistics, MPhil in Applied Linguistics (Merit), and MA in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language. Honors include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. They have published in journals like Applied Linguistics , Journal of English for Academic Purposes , and Language Learning & Technology .

Agnes Wigestrand Hoftunمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Nynorsk
• Grammar
• Orthography
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Agnes Wigestrand Hoftun is a Research Fellow in Nordic Linguistics at the University of Stavanger, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts and Education, Department of Cultural Studies and Languages. She is currently completing her doctoral studies, focusing on Nynorsk language competence and digital dictionary use among Nordic studies students. Research Interests: Her work centers on Nynorsk, orthography, grammar, norming, dictionary consultation behavior, language awareness, and second language acquisition. She explores how learners and pre-service teachers interact with linguistic norms and digital tools during writing and assessment tasks. Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2017–2024) reflect a strong focus on empirical studies combining qualitative and quantitative methods. Key themes include metalinguistic awareness in teacher education, digital resource use in error correction, and corpus-based analysis of learner language in relation to CEFR frameworks. Her research bridges theoretical linguistics, lexicography, and language pedagogy. No scientific awards or honors are listed in the available text. Teaching and Supervision: Agnes teaches undergraduate courses in Norwegian language structure and variation, as well as a master’s course in Norwegian as a second language. She supervises and leads a student seminar series on Nynorsk and dictionary use. While no formal PhD or master’s students are listed as advisees, her role involves significant mentorship and academic guidance. Additional Activities: She has several years of experience teaching Norwegian as a second language through the NORINT program at UiS, Lingu Stavanger, and as an independent educator. Her work emphasizes practical applications in language teaching, curriculum development, and digital tool integration.

Ricardo F. Michue-Bendezuمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Language Learning
• Spanish Language Education
• Cognitive Development
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Ricardo F. Michue-Bendezu is a Lecturer in Spanish at the Language Centre, Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures, University of Leeds. He teaches Spanish language modules from A1 to B2/C1 levels, aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), delivering up to 16 contact hours per week using digital textbooks, online resources, and custom support materials. Education: Degree in Psychology, Autonomous University of Bellaterra, Barcelona, Spain Magister (Mg.) in Education, School of Education, University of Leeds, UK Ricardo's research focuses on how individuals learn and remember, particularly in the context of cognitive and social development. He explores the influence of technology on learning environments, the evolution of information society, and the role of critical thinking. His work includes investigating the effectiveness of peer feedback versus tutor feedback, with findings supporting the benefits of formative peer assessment, though tutor input remains essential. He is also interested in the linguistic and geographical intersections between European languages and pre-Hispanic languages like Quechua. He began his teaching career at the Instituto Cervantes in Manila and later in Leeds, before joining the University of Leeds Language Centre in 1996. He is a member of professional associations for Spanish teachers and actively seeks collaborative projects to enhance language teaching and learning. Scientific Awards: No awards listed. Advising and Grants: No information available regarding student supervision, grants, or funded projects. Ricardo emphasizes building professional networks to support educational innovation and teaching success. Labs and Teams: No specific research labs or teams are mentioned. His work is conducted within the Language Centre at the University of Leeds, contributing to curriculum development and pedagogical research in language education.

Bettina Beinhoffمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sociolinguistics
• Language Ideologies
• Migration & Language
• +۱۱ مورد دیگر

Bettina Beinhoff is an Associate Professor of Sociolinguistics at Anglia Ruskin University and a Senior Lecturer at Wolfson College, University of Cambridge . She serves as Director of Studies in Linguistics and Chair of the School's Research Ethics Panel . Education : PhD and MPhil in Applied Linguistics from University of Cambridge; PGCert in Teaching at Higher Education Level. Research Interests intersect sociolinguistics , language ideologies , and identity negotiation in intercultural communication and second language acquisition . She investigates attitudes toward accents in migrant communities and constructed languages (e.g., Quenya, Na'vi ), analyzing how design intentions align with audience perceptions. Scientific Contributions include a British Academy research grant on CEFR intelligibility mapping and co-directorship of the Anglia Ruskin Research Centre for Intercultural and Multilingual Studies and Centre for Science Fiction and Fantasy . Her recent Space Policy publication on planetary communication frameworks highlights her interdisciplinary work with the Interstellar Foundation , including a 2025 moon-bound message . Scientific Awards : Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy. Supervision includes PhD projects on language maintenance in migrant communities , identity in L2 acquisition , and behavioral mirroring in intercultural encounters . She actively participates in BAAL, EuroSLA, PhilSoc , and ALT (Association of Language Testers in Europe).

Nadia Yassine-Diabمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Language Learning
• Digital Game-Based Language Learning (DGBLL)
• Motivation in Education
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Nadia Yassine-Diab is an Associate Professor in English Language Learning at the University of Toulouse, where she serves as Director of the Department of Languages. Her work bridges language pedagogy with digital innovation through projects like Check your Smile , a collaborative platform combining serious games with lexical acquisition research. University of Toulouse (ex-Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier) Department of Languages Specialized in Digital Game-Based Language Learning (DGBLL) Her research explores: Motivation dynamics in language classrooms CLIL systems in French higher education Socioconstructivist ICT applications Professional autonomy of language teachers Notable contributions include: Co-developing the first interdisciplinary serious games platform for specialized vocabulary Leading IDEX-funded projects with 70+ stakeholders Integrating AI for CV generation and oral assessment Current projects focus on: Intelligent Tutor System development (2025) AI-enhanced collaborative learning tools Transatlantic telecollaboration frameworks

• Translation Studies
• Audiovisual Translation
• Foreign Language Education
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marga Navarrete is an Associate Professor (Teaching) in Translation Studies at University College London's School of European Languages, Culture and Society (SELCS). She holds an MA in Education of Modern Languages from the Institute of Education (UK) and a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia (Spain), having previously studied English Studies at Universidad de Sevilla. Before joining UCL, she taught Spanish and translation at Imperial College's Centre for Languages, Culture and Communication. Dr. Navarrete's research focuses on the application of audiovisual translation (AVT) to foreign language education, particularly examining how AVT practice enhances language competence and oral skills through audio description as a didactic tool. She has developed resources and online courses such as the ClipFlair and TRADILEX projects, and has worked on aligning AVT to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Her research also addresses diversity, equity, and inclusion in language education, with specific projects tackling the BIPOC awarding gap and developing LGBTQI+ inclusive curricula. Her scholarly work demonstrates a strong commitment to innovative language teaching methodologies that incorporate media accessibility, social justice, and inclusive practices. Dr. Navarrete is an active contributor to the field through her publications on audiovisual translation, mediation strategies, and decolonizing language education curricula. Dr. Navarrete serves as an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion lead at SELCS and is a core member of the UCL Research Culture team. She has previously served as an External Examiner at the University of Essex (2020-2023). She is also part of the steering committee for the e-expert Seminar Series in Translation and Modern Language Education, having produced seven editions to date. As an educator, she convenes Spanish Language I and II modules and teaches in Scientific and Technical Translation and Spanish Language III courses. Her teaching philosophy integrates research findings with practical language learning approaches, emphasizing the role of audiovisual media in language acquisition.

Birgit Schädlichمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Qualitative-empirical foreign language research
• Teaching ethnography
• Grounded theory methodology
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Birgit Schädlich serves as Professor in the Department of Romance Philology at Georg-August-University Göttingen. Her academic profile centers on reconstructive foreign language research with specialization in multilingualism, cultural didactics, and teacher education. She actively leads research initiatives including the YLAB project under Germany's federal "Aufholen nach Corona" program and coordinates international collaborations through the ENLIGHT network with the University of Bordeaux. Her research interests span qualitative-empirical methodologies including teaching ethnography, grounded theory, and action research. She critically examines language mediation, literature didactics, and university teaching practices with emphasis on non-essentialist cultural concepts. Current projects explore digital-analog hybrid teaching environments, crisis perceptions in French language education, and plurilingual competence frameworks within CEFR implementations. Prof. Schädlich co-edits the journal Foreign Languages Teaching and Learning (FLuL), serves on editorial boards for ZromSD and Quaderna, and leads the French Section of the Klett Academy for Foreign Language Didactics. Her recent publications analyze cultural learning paradigms, mediation concepts, and teacher trainee reflections through monographs and international conference proceedings. Co-editor of Foreign Languages Teaching and Learning Associate member of INALCO's "Pluralité des Langues" research group Head of Klett Academy French Section Advisory roles for ZromSD, ACEDLE, and Quaderna Coordinator of ENLIGHT virtual exchange program She supervises master's and doctoral candidates while directing the department's teacher training practical phases. Her leadership extends to organizing international symposia including the "unterricht_kultur_theorie" series examining cultural learning from interdisciplinary perspectives. The department maintains active research partnerships with institutions in France, Switzerland, and across the ENLIGHT European network.

• Linguistics
• Language Education
• English Language Teaching
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Fatma Nur Caliskan is a Lecturer at the School of Foreign Languages, Cyprus Aydin University, where she serves as an instructor in the English Preparatory program. She holds a Licence degree (equivalent to Bachelor's) in English Teaching from Cyprus International University, completed in 2025. Her academic foundation supports her role in developing foundational language skills for non-native English speakers. Her professional focus centers on language pedagogy within intensive preparatory contexts, emphasizing curriculum delivery for students transitioning to English-medium higher education. This includes designing instructional materials for diverse learner profiles and implementing assessment frameworks aligned with CEFR standards. Her institutional presence is maintained through official university channels including her designated faculty profile page and departmental communications.

• Text Linguistics
• Linguoculturology
• Stylistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc. Prof. Galina Nedyalkova Kurteva is an Associate Professor in the Department of Bulgarian Studies at New Bulgarian University (NBU), where she teaches undergraduate courses including Egyptology and "Language and People Psychology." She actively contributes to NBU's academic programs with a focus on Bulgarian language instruction for international students. Her academic credentials include Bulgarian Philology and English Philology from Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski," a PhD from the Russian Academy of Sciences in Moscow, and specialized training in Beijing. Prof. Kurteva's research centers on Text Linguistics, Linguoculturology, Stylistics, and Sociolinguistics, with additional expertise in Culturology and Intercultural Communication. Her work critically examines Bulgarian language acquisition by Russian speakers, analyzing grammatical challenges in gender, number, and definiteness categories while addressing broader pedagogical frameworks for foreign language teaching. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2016-2009) reveals three dominant research thrusts: (1) grammatical category acquisition in Bulgarian as a foreign language, particularly for Slavic speakers; (2) CEFR-aligned test design and validation for A1-level proficiency; and (3) intercultural communication frameworks drawing from Chinese-Bulgarian educational cooperation. Her methodology consistently combines theoretical linguistics with practical classroom applications. She directs NBU's Summer School of Bulgarian Language and Culture and leads the Erasmus+ project "Bulgarian Language for Erasmus Students." Her professional engagements include a seven-year China-focused initiative (2001-2007), international collaborations in Turin, Vienna, Salzburg, and Moscow, and participation in ALTE's full membership project. She maintains active roles in the Union of Scientists in Bulgaria and the Bulgarian-Chinese Friendship Society.

Zühal Çetinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• German Language Teaching
• Teacher Training for Foreign Languages
• Language Assessment
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Zühal Çetin serves as an Instructor in the Department of German at Boğaziçi University, Istanbul, a position she has held since 2013. Prior to this appointment, she worked at the Goethe Institute Istanbul from 2009 to 2013 as a German as a Foreign Language (DaF) teacher, advanced trainer for German language methodology/didactics, and official examiner for Goethe certificates across all CEFR proficiency levels (A1-C2). She relocated to Istanbul in 2008 after teaching at multiple schools in Germany. Her academic credentials include: BA from University of Cologne (1st State Examination, 2007) MA from Study Seminar Cologne (2nd State Examination, 2009) Her research centers on German Language Pedagogy , with specialized focus on Deutsch Lehren Lernen (DLL) —a structured teacher training framework—and the implementation of Goethe-Zertifikat assessments aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). This work bridges theoretical language education principles with practical classroom application. Her expertise manifests in developing standardized assessment protocols and training methodologies for German language educators, directly contributing to evolving best practices in foreign language instruction. Current projects emphasize competency-based evaluation systems and culturally responsive teaching strategies within multilingual contexts.

Leila Kosseimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Artificial Intelligence
• Computational Linguistics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leila Kosseim is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Concordia University, co-directing the CLaC (Computational Linguistics @Concordia) lab. She holds a PhD from the University of Montreal (1995) and has conducted postdoctoral research at Druide informatique inc. and the RALI group. Her academic leadership roles include Vice-President (2017-2019), President (2019-2021), and Past-President (2021-2023) of the Canadian AI Association (CAIAC), and current Graduate Program Director for the PhD Programs in CSSE. Her research focuses on Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Artificial Intelligence , with particular emphasis on discourse analysis, computational linguistics, and text generation. Notable projects include automated analysis of argumentative essays, clinical trial inference, and meme persuasion detection. Her work integrates deep learning, neural networks, and transformer models to address challenges in text coherence, discourse parsing, and multilingual NLP. Leila has supervised 8 PhD and over 20 Master’s students, contributing to the next generation of computational linguists. Her CLaC lab has participated in multiple international challenges (SemEval, TREC, DEFT) and produced influential tools like TIMBERT and the Concordia NLG Surface Realizer.

Wander Lowieمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• Phonetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Wander Lowie is a Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, Department of Applied Linguistics. He specializes in second language acquisition (SLA), phonetics, and multilingualism. His research integrates dynamic systems theory, cognitive linguistics, and educational methodologies. Education & Roles: PhD in Linguistics (University of Groningen, 1998) Research Associate at the University of the Free State Associate Editor of The Modern Language Journal Chair of the Meesterschapsteam Moderne Vreemde Talen Research Interests: Focuses on L2 development dynamics, prosody perception, musicality's role in language learning, and pedagogical innovation. Key themes include: Second language phonology and prosody Lifelong language learning in older adults Complex systems approaches to SLA Recent Article Trends (2023-2025): Explore intersections between music and language processing, late-life language learning, and collaborative research frameworks. Recent work emphasizes empirical studies on prosody perception and pedagogical strategies for multilingual education. Awards: 2011 Faculty of Arts Teacher of the Year Teaching & Leadership: Designs courses on phonetics, SLA theories, and research methodologies. Leads projects like PEIL.Engels (national English proficiency study) and EMBED (CEFR-aligned language assessment). Labs/Teams: Collaborates on projects involving cochlear implant users' language acquisition and digital storytelling pedagogy. Active in national academic committees for language education policy.