جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Bilingual Education
• CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)
• Educational Assessment
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Ana Isabel Otto Cantón is a Professor at the Faculty of Education – Center for Teacher Training, specializing in language teaching. She holds a PhD in Modern Languages and Education, a Master's in Teaching English as a Foreign Language, and a degree in English Philology. Her teaching focuses on English language courses within teacher training programs. Her research interests include Bilingual Education, CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning), Educational Assessment, and Second Language Acquisition. She is a member of the research group 'Research on English Language Teaching: Skills, Content, Computers & Assessment.' Key projects include: 2020-2021: Principal Investigator for the 'Better Teachers' Innovation Project to enhance teaching skills in Early Childhood and Primary Education. 2019-2020: Member of the Spanish National Stakeholders Committee for the Erasmus Project 'CLIL for Young European Citizens.' 2017-2018: Collaborator on an interdisciplinary project at Nebrija University addressing pedagogical models in primary and secondary education. Publications focus on CLIL assessment methodologies, bilingual education, and language evaluation frameworks. She has contributed to peer-reviewed journals such as Tempos e Espaços em Educação and the Nebrija Journal of Applied Linguistics. Thesis proposals emphasize evaluation in bilingual programs and CLIL implementation in early childhood education.

• Multilingualism
• Intercomprehension
• Intercultural Learning
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Prof. Silvia Maria Melo Pfeifer holds the Universitätsprofessor (W3) für Didaktik der romanischen Sprachen at the Faculty of Education, University of Hamburg , Germany. She also serves as a Research Fellow at CIDTFF, University of Aveiro, Portugal. Her work centers on multilingual education, heritage language pedagogy, intercomprehension, and linguistic landscapes , with extensive experience in international research collaborations. Key Projects : PEP (2023-2026), AGILE (2022-2025), BOLD (2022-2025), IDéAL (2022-2025), and CoMMiTTEd (2021-2023). Research Themes : Focus on plurilingual literacy, multilingual teacher training, digital language interaction, and critical approaches to heritage language education , analyzing how students negotiate identities in multilingual contexts. Her publications include edited volumes on multilingual teacher education (Springer, 2023) and peer-reviewed chapters on intercomprehension. She advocates for pedagogies that integrate students' entire linguistic repertoires , challenging monolingual norms in educational systems.

• Historical Linguistics
• Corpus Linguistics
• Medical Discourse
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Isabel de la Cruz Cabanillas is a Full Professor in the Department of Modern Philology at the University of Alcalá, specializing in historical linguistics, corpus analysis, and medical discourse studies. She coordinates the Linguistic Analysis research group and has led multiple public-funded projects. PID2021-125928NB-I00 (2022-2025): Interpersonal mechanisms in instructive texts FFI2014-59110-P (2015-2017): Lexical semantics of Old English Organic.Lingua (2011-2014): Multilingual portal for sustainable education Her research spans Middle English manuscripts, anglicisms in Spanish, semantic evolution, and digital scholarly editing. She has published extensively on medical recipes, translation analysis, and corpus construction. Recent publications focus on pharmaceutical terminology transmission, anglicism integration in tourism contexts, and medieval healing practices. Her work demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between linguistics, medical history, and cultural studies. As thesis director for Mª Luisa Simón Nieto (2022), Irene Diego Rodríguez (2020), and Xiaolong Tian (2017), she mentors researchers in historical discourse analysis and corpus-based approaches.

• Foreign Language Education
• Intercultural Competence
• ICT in Language Teaching
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Manuel Francisco Rábano Llamas is an Associate Professor at Universidad de Alcalá , specializing in Modern Philology . His work focuses on foreign language education , intercultural competence , and the integration of ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) in language teaching. He has led and participated in numerous research projects related to teacher training , virtual learning platforms , and CLIL methodologies .

• Applied Linguistics
• English Language Teaching
• Pronunciation Pedagogy
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Klaudia Gajewska is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Applied Linguistics, Faculty of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin. She holds a Doctorate in Literature and Linguistics (2023) and a Master's degree in English Philology (2018) from the same university. Education: Doctorate in Literature and Linguistics (2023) Master's in English Philology (2018) Her research focuses on technology-mediated language learning , particularly voice assistants like Alexa in EFL education, pronunciation teaching methodologies , and gamification in language classrooms . She explores how digital tools transform task-based learning and speech skill development. Recent publications analyze trends in voice-assisted mediation practices, gamification techniques for spontaneous speech generation, and the intersection of CLIL methodology with European cultural shifts. Her work combines empirical studies with pedagogical innovation, including quantitative analyses of Polish EFL learners and experimental game-based teaching approaches. She conducts office hours via MS Teams (Monday 13:30-14:30) and in person (Room 134, Kronos Building, Sowińskiego 17, Lublin) on Tuesdays 12:00-13:00. Contact: klaudia.gajewska@mail.umcs.pl

Janine Knightمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Linguistics
• Multilingual Education
• Digital Literacy
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Janine Knight is a Professor in the Department of Applied Linguistics at the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (UIC Barcelona), affiliated with the Institute for Multilingualism. She specializes in multilingual education, digital literacy, and teacher training. Her work focuses on plurilingual competence development, superdiverse classrooms, and the integration of technology in language learning. Education includes a PGCE in Teaching English in Secondary Schools (Nottingham University), a Masters in e-learning and ICT (Universitat Oberta de Catalunya), and certifications in adult literacy and dyslexia support. Research Group: GRAM (Grup de Recerca en Adquisició Multilingüe) Her research emphasizes multimodal approaches to language teaching, digital tools in education, and collaborative projects between schools and universities. Recent publications explore plurilingual pedagogy, learner agency in online interactions, and the use of pictorial dictionaries in diverse classrooms. Teaching includes courses on English language education, methodology for teaching English as a foreign language, and bilingual education across undergraduate and master's programs. She has also led projects funded by entities like the ASHDRA Hornby Dictionary Trust.

• Linguistic Pragmatics
• Historical Linguistics
• Language Education
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Fatima Maria Faya Cercueiro is a Professor at the University of Santiago de Compostela, affiliated with the Faculty of Education Sciences and the Applied Didactics Department. Her research focuses on linguistic pragmatics, historical language change, and educational methodologies, particularly in CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) and gender-sensitive pedagogy. She is part of the VLCG research group studying linguistic variation and change. She earned her doctorate from the University of Santiago de Compostela with a thesis on 'Courtesy markers in requests: The case of pray and please in Late Modern English (2013)', supervised by Dra. Belén Méndez Naya. Her work bridges historical linguistics and applied language education, emphasizing pragmatic competence and inclusive teaching practices. Key research areas include: language mediation in primary education, corpus-assisted analysis of learner experiences, technology integration (e.g., Socrative, BYOD clickers), and gender representation in children’s literature. She has contributed to developing the Toledo Teacher Trainees corpus (TTT) and explores innovative methods for bilingual education and academic writing instruction. Her recent publications address inclusive language practices, the role of picturebooks in pragmatic learning, and leveraging ICT tools for peer assessment. She advocates for transformative, equitable approaches to language teaching in diverse educational settings.

Sarah Wunderlichمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Language Education
• Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
• Curriculum Development
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Dr. Sarah Wunderlich is an academic staff member at the University of Koblenz, currently serving as a Lecturer for Language Practice, Cultural Studies, and Teaching Approaches at the Koblenz CLIL Academy since 2023. She has been affiliated with the Koblenz CLIL Academy and MoSAiK projects since 2019 and coordinated the MoSAiK project from 2018 to 2019. Her research interests focus on CLIL education, curriculum design, and linguistic requirements in multilingual teaching contexts. She has contributed to educational frameworks that integrate subject content with language learning. Her career includes academic roles in teacher training for English and History, as well as prior professional experience in IT training and product management at Lufthansa German Airlines (2000–2014). Her projects and affiliations include the Koblenz CLIL Academy and the MoSAiK initiative, which aim to advance interdisciplinary and language-integrated education.

• Quality Assurance in Translation
• Translation Process Communication
• Translation Technology
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Aleksandra Udziela is a permanent Lecturer at the Faculty of Philology and Journalism at Vistula University since 2024, specializing in English Philology with a focus on translation studies and pedagogy. Her academic credentials include: Master's degree in Philology (specializing in specialized translation, English and German) from the Faculty of Applied Linguistics at the University of Warsaw (2012, graduated with distinction) Studies at the Centre for Foreign Language Teacher Training and European Education at the University of Warsaw (2010) with dual specializations in Philology (Teaching English) and Philology (Teaching German) Her research integrates professional translation practice with academic inquiry, emphasizing quality control mechanisms, human-AI collaboration in translation workflows, and terminology standardization. She actively bridges industry standards with educational frameworks, particularly in Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) methodologies. Professionally, Udziela has managed translation teams since 2018, developing quality assurance protocols and e-learning systems for translators. Her international experience includes Erasmus studies at the University of Granada and Comenius teaching at Kingsmead Academy (UK), informing her cross-cultural communication expertise.

Annika Johanssonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Third Language Acquisition
• Metalinguistic Awareness
• Contrastive Linguistics
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Annika Johansson is an Associate Professor at Stockholm University's Department of Slavic and Baltic Studies, Finnish, Dutch and German. Her work focuses on contrastive linguistics between Swedish and Dutch, with particular emphasis on third language acquisition, metalinguistic awareness, and corpus-based grammatical analysis. Department of Slavic and Baltic Studies, Finnish, Dutch and German Research groups: Network Language and Power, Transcultural Literary Studies Key projects: DLIT - Dutch Literature in Translation, ALMA Award - cultural mediators in transnational flows Her research spans from detailed syntactic studies of impersonal passives to pedagogical applications in digital language examination. She has collaborated extensively on cross-linguistic awareness in multilingual education and developed educational materials like Taaltrotters . Her recent work examines gender representation in dubbed children's animation and digital assessment methodologies in language proficiency testing. Scientific contributions include: 2024: Gender portrayal analysis in PJ Masks translations 2022: Digital examination frameworks for language teaching 2020: Non-verbal communication in audiovisual translation 2019: Swedish-Dutch contrastive grammar studies Recipient of the ALMA Award for cultural mediation research, she continues to explore multilingual educational strategies and digital transformation in language assessment.

• Tertiary education
• Higher education didactics
• English for Specific Purposes
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Dr. Barbara Schmidt-Unterberger serves as a Senior Lecturer at Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU), affiliated with the Institute for English Business Communication. She coordinates the EBC 1 programme, oversees the EBC 1 tutorial, and teaches EBC 1, EBC 2, and the elective course 'English as a Teaching Language' at the Institute for Business Education. Additionally, she acts as an academic advisor for WU's partner universities in Lisbon, conducting interviews with students seeking exchange opportunities. Dr. Schmidt-Unterberger completed her MA in English literature and linguistics at the University of Vienna in 2008, with a focus on adult education and English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Her MA thesis evaluated a bilingual program at secondary schools commissioned by the Vienna Board of Education. She joined WU's Institute for English Business Communication in 2009 as a Research and Teaching Assistant while commencing her doctoral studies. After becoming a Senior Lecturer in 2013, she contributed to restructuring EBC 1 and transitioning the course from LVP to the current PI format. Her research centers on tertiary education, specifically teaching and learning at universities, encompassing higher education didactics, English for Specific Purposes (ESP), English-medium Instruction (EMI), and the internationalization of higher education. Her work examines how universities implement English-medium instruction, particularly in business and economics contexts. She investigates program design, delivery challenges, and stakeholder perspectives on international education initiatives. Dr. Schmidt-Unterberger's publication record demonstrates a clear trajectory from practical program evaluation to conceptual frameworks for English-medium instruction. Her research spans from analyzing CLIL programs (2010) to developing conceptual paradigms for EMI (2018) and exploring forward-looking perspectives on international business education (2021). Her methodological approach typically combines case studies with stakeholder analysis to understand both theoretical frameworks and practical implementation challenges. As an educator, she has significantly shaped English language instruction at WU, particularly through her coordination of the EBC 1 program. Her teaching responsibilities directly reflect her research interests, focusing on business communication in English and addressing the challenges of teaching in multilingual academic environments. Her presentation on URL shorteners for academic communication demonstrates her interest in practical educational technology solutions that enhance scholarly work.

Liss Kerstin Sylvénمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
• Extramural English
• Second Language Acquisition
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Liss Kerstin Sylvén is a Senior Researcher at the Department of Education and Special Education, University of Gothenburg. Her work focuses on Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) and extramural English exposure in Swedish educational contexts. Academic affiliations: University of Gothenburg Supervision: Main supervisor for Clara Palm and Marta Segura Hudson; assistant supervisor for Jessica Nilsson Dr. Sylvén investigates second language acquisition dynamics, particularly how English is used as a medium in non-language subjects and its informal presence in children's lives through media and technology. Her research spans motivation, individual differences, and vocabulary development in multilingual environments. CLIL pedagogy Extramural English exposure Young learner linguistics Technology-mediated language learning Curriculum integration Vocabulary assessment Recent publications analyze CLIL's cross-curricular applications, digital learning trends, and early English exposure patterns. Her 2024 project Young Swedes and English (Swedish Research Council-funded) examines English literacy in 3-7-year-olds via digital and social contexts.

David Ruiz Hidalgoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Language Teaching
• Literature Teaching
• CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)
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David Ruiz Hidalgo serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Specific Didactics at the Faculty of Education, University of Burgos. His academic profile centers on innovative language and literature education, with specialized expertise in CLIL methodologies, ICT integration, and bilingual STEAM pedagogy. His research interests span critical domains including: Language Teaching & Literature Didactics Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) Educational Technology Integration Teacher Training Methodologies Bilingual Education Systems STEAM Pedagogical Frameworks Dr. Ruiz Hidalgo maintains active involvement in seven major research initiatives, with current leadership roles in the CEFI and ELITE research groups. His projects demonstrate significant European collaboration through Erasmus+ PROMISED and transcontinental partnerships via the ApS SETUB project with Indian institutions. His 2023 doctoral thesis established foundational work on technology-enhanced English language teaching in integrated educational contexts. His institutional affiliations reflect deep integration within the University of Burgos research ecosystem: CEFI research group (2022-present): Co-teaching in inclusive teacher education Didáctica de las Ciencias Sociales group (2021-2025): Teacher training for early childhood/primary education ELITE research group (2025-present): English language innovation Erasmus+ PROMISED (current): Bilingual STEAM transition ApS SETUB (2024/25): UBU-Bangalore sustainable teaching His work bridges theoretical research with practical classroom applications, particularly through projects developing sustainable models for English language instruction in diverse educational settings across Europe and Asia.

• Foreign Language Education
• Multilingualism
• Intercultural Communication
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Silvia Maria Melo Pfeifer is affiliated with the University of Hamburg , where she holds a professorship in Romance Languages Education at the Faculty of Education’s Department of Languages and Aesthetic Disciplines Education (EW4). She also maintains membership with the CIDTFF research center at the University of Aveiro, Portugal. Research Focus: Plurilingualism, intercultural communication, heritage language education, intercomprehension in Romance languages, and digital communication dynamics. Projects: Active in LiDS (Literacy in Diversity Settings), Galapro (Plurilingual Research Network), and DivER (Diversity in Education Research). Methodologies: Empirical studies on multilingual classrooms, critical analysis of language policies, and translanguaging frameworks. Recent Publications: Her work examines educational transitions in bilingual settings, linguistic landscape as pedagogical tool, and teacher training for intercomprehension. She explores the intersection of language, identity, and global citizenship through empirical research. Collaborations: Engages in European-wide initiatives like REPA (Reference Framework for Pluralistic Approaches), Miriadi, and Galanet, focusing on multilingual education and teacher development.

Sally Zachariasمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Language Education
• TESOL
• Cognitive Linguistics
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Dr. Sally Zacharias is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at the University of Glasgow, specializing in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). She serves as the programme lead for MEd/MSc TESOL programs, deputy Postgraduate Taught Director, and member of the Ethics committee. Her academic career spans roles in the UK, France, and Germany, with expertise in English for Academic Purposes (EAP) and Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). PhD: University of Nottingham (2018) MA TESOL (Distinction): University of Nottingham (2011) PGCE Science with CLIL: University of Nottingham (2004) BSc Chemistry with Education: University of York (1991) Her research focuses on Language Awareness , cognitive linguistics, and metaphor theory, emphasizing embodied language practices. She explores how linguistic concepts develop in STEM and language education, using qualitative and metaphor analysis methods. Current projects include a funded initiative to develop digital tools for teacher training. Her recent work examines multilingualism in education, including the role of metaphors in cross-cultural communication (e.g., the 'Moon' project funded by AHRC) and feedback practices in higher education. She is a co-creator of a FutureLearn MOOC on TESOL strategies for ESL students. Winner of the 2016 BAAL Pemberton Prize Recipient of the 2020 University of Glasgow Teaching Excellence Award (TESOL team) Dr. Zacharias supervises PhD students in areas like TESOL pedagogy, multilingual education, and science communication. Her teaching includes core modules on language proficiency, assessment, and dissertation supervision. She actively promotes linguistic diversity and cognitive approaches to language education through grants and collaborative projects.