جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Global Citizenship Education
• Development Education
• Global Learning
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Dr Clare Bentall is an Associate Professor at University College London's Institute of Education (IOE), within the Department of Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment. With over 25 years of experience in educator training across UK and international contexts, she currently serves as co-Academic Head of Learning and Teaching for her department (2023-present). Her work spans development education, global learning, and professional development of educators in higher and professional education settings, with significant contributions to UCL's sustainability initiatives through SDG-focused teaching frameworks. Clare holds a PhD in Education from the Institute of Education (2003) and is fluent in German with conversational Indonesian proficiency. Her research centers on global citizenship education, development education, and the pedagogical training of educators, particularly examining blended learning models in police education, third-sector CPD provision, and international volunteering impacts. Recent publications demonstrate strong interdisciplinary connections between educational technology, social justice, and professional development across diverse sectors. As Editor of the International Journal of Development Education and Global Learning and Series Editor for Advances in Global Citizenship Education Policy and Practice , she has shaped scholarly discourse in the field. Her 2022 recognition as a UKCGE Recognised Research Supervisor underscores her supervisory excellence. Clare actively collaborates with international partners across Pakistan, China, Slovenia, and Poland, notably leading a European-funded program (2018-2022) to enhance Polish university lecturers' teaching capabilities. Her leadership extends to directing UCL's Global Citizenship Programme (2017-2020), co-leading the Development Education Research Centre, and serving on UCL's sustainability steering groups. Current projects include police education research on blended learning effectiveness and advancing global learning frameworks within UK further education colleges.

Katerina Dounaviمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Applied Behaviour Analysis
• Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Inclusive Education
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Dr Katerina Dounavi is a Senior Lecturer in Behaviour Analysis and Autism at Queen's University Belfast's School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work (SSESW). She coordinates the ABAI Verified Course Sequence (VCS) for the MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis (MScABA), a globally renowned program she helped design and launch in 2014. Her expertise spans applied behaviour analysis, autism spectrum disorders, telehealth interventions, and values-driven professional training. Dr Dounavi has extensive clinical experience across Europe, supervising home-based ABA programs, school inclusion initiatives, and certification supervision. She is fluent in English, Greek, Spanish, and French, with significant media engagement. Research focuses on evidence-based interventions for neurodevelopmental disorders, including early screening methods, telehealth applications, and parent-mediated interventions. She has secured research grants addressing societal challenges such as healthier eating behaviors (2017-2019) and early autism detection (2023-present). Notable achievements include a 2013 best poster award for aphasia tact training research and a 2018 teaching award for her role in growing the MScABA program. Dr Dounavi also validates UAE National Occupational Standards for Special Education and serves on editorial and review boards. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health) and 4 (Quality Education) through improving inclusive education systems and equitable access to evidence-based interventions. Supervision roles have guided over 8 PhD/MSc projects, emphasizing translational research and professional training innovations.

Elke Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Multisensory Structured Language Instruction
• Learning Disabilities
• Acculturation
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Elke Schneider is a Professor at Winthrop University in the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences. She specializes in Literacy, Special Education, and Second/Foreign Language Acquisition. Her work integrates Multisensory Structured Metacognitive Language (MSML) instruction into teacher education programs. Dr. Schneider has led two major federal grants: one to enhance faculty and teacher support for non-native English speakers, and another preparing educators to work with English Language learners through MSML methods. Education: - Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics, Universität Eichstätt, Germany - M.A. in Secondary Teaching for English as a Foreign Language and German, Universität München, Germany - M.A. in German as a Second Language, Universität München, Germany Research Interests: Dr. Schneider’s research emphasizes MSML techniques for diverse learners, including those with learning disabilities and non-native speakers. She explores acculturation processes and pedagogical strategies in second/foreign language education. Her work bridges classroom practice with teacher training, focusing on evidence-based methods for inclusive education. Grants & Advising: She co-directed a four-year federal grant to improve support for English Language learners and currently leads a second large grant in the same domain. Her training initiatives, such as those through the South Carolina Title III Office, have equipped numerous ESOL teachers with MSML-based skills. She collaborates with state agencies to develop ESOL endorsement programs. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Rex Institute for Educational Renewal and Partnerships, the Macfeat Early Childhood Laboratory School, and the Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) at Winthrop University. These partnerships underpin her commitment to educational innovation and community engagement.

• Foreign language pedagogy
• Multiliteracies
• Content-based language learning
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Kristen Turpin is a Senior Lecturer in Hispanic Studies at Brandeis University's Department of Romance Studies. Her expertise spans foreign language pedagogy, multiliteracies, and Latin American Studies. She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from the University of Pennsylvania, alongside an M.A. from the same institution and a B.A. from the University of Iowa. Her teaching emphasizes authentic cultural content and critical engagement, integrating writing, multiliteracies, and integrated performance assessment. Research interests include curriculum design, content-based instruction, and the role of cultural analysis in language learning. Her work explores intersections between literary analysis and sociocultural themes, with publications on topics ranging from children’s literature to cosmopolitanism in 19th-century narratives. She actively designs pedagogical frameworks that emphasize sustainability literacies and peer learning mechanisms. Despite no explicitly listed awards, her contributions to language education methodology are evident through her published scholarship and curriculum development efforts. Her advising and grants focus on innovative teaching practices, though specific grants are not detailed in the provided information.

• Accounting
• Finance
• Economics
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Dr. Cathy Zishang Liu serves as Professor of Accounting and Fiesta Professor in Accounting at the University of Houston-Downtown's Marilyn Davies College of Business (MDCOB). She concurrently holds a board position at the Global Accounting and Finance Research Exchange, advocating for equitable financial systems to combat poverty through robust institutional frameworks. Education Ph.D. in Accounting, University of Houston MBA in Business Administration, Rice University B.A. in Arabic Languages and Cultures (with Supporting Emphasis in Chinese Languages and Cultures), Peking University Research Interests Her scholarly work spans accounting, finance, and economics with concentrated expertise in earnings management, auditing practices, capital market anomalies, social capital dynamics, and ESG implementation . She investigates how executive foreign experience influences corporate ESG performance in China and examines social capital's role in credit rating determinations. Dr. Liu's research integrates theoretical rigor with practical applications, addressing critical gaps in financial reporting standards, fraud detection methodologies, and sustainable business practices. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges accounting theory with real-world financial system challenges, particularly in emerging markets. Publication Trends Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2014-2025) reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) growing emphasis on ESG performance drivers in Chinese markets, (2) persistent investigation of social capital's impact on financial outcomes, and (3) innovative research on accounting education pathways. Her 2024-2025 work intensifies focus on CPA competency frameworks and cross-cultural governance structures, while maintaining foundational work on earnings quality metrics and audit effectiveness. Awards and Honors xTechHBCU Research Competition Award (2021, U.S. Army-sponsored) MDCOB Teaching Fellow (awarded twice for pedagogical excellence) Advising and Grants As former Accounting Department Chair, Dr. Liu established the Master of Professional Accountancy (MPAC) program in 2020, graduating nearly 300 professionals. She secured substantial scholarship funding through strategic partnerships with the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy and Texas CPA Society. Her student-centered approach earned consistent recognition as the most impactful educator in students' academic journeys, reflected in her dual Teaching Fellow awards and departmental leadership in AACSB accreditation preparation.

Dorota Werbińskaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Language Teacher Professional Identity
• Mentoring
• Teacher Biographies
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Assoc. Prof. Dorota Werbińska is affiliated with the Pomeranian University in Slupsk, Poland . She holds a Habilitation in Applied Linguistics (2017, Pedagogical University in Cracow) and a PhD in Applied Linguistics (2003, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznan). Her research focuses on language teacher professional identity, mentoring, teacher biographies, professional development, beliefs, reflectivity, and qualitative teacher studies. M.A. in Applied Linguistics, Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznan (1989) Post-graduate studies in British History and Culture, Warsaw University (1996-1997) Her publications emphasize duoethnography as a qualitative research tool, positioning theory in teacher promotion exams, and globalized language teaching strategies. She has contributed to cross-cultural analyses of novice teachers and international phenomenographic studies on private tutoring. She participates in scientific associations including the Polish Association of Modern Languages (PTN), International Study Association for Psychology of Language Learning (IAPLL), and the International Study Association on Teachers and Teaching (ISATT). Her grants include EU Sokrates Arion stays in Wales and Ireland, British Council awards, and U.S. Embassy funding.

• Runology
• Old Norse Literature
• Skaldic Poetry
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Kristel Zilmer is a scholar specializing in Runology, Old Norse literature, and cultural-historical analysis of skaldic poetry and Icelandic sagas. She holds a Doctor's Degree from the University of Tartu and has served as Visiting Associate Professor at the University of Tartu and a postdoc at the University of Bergen. Her research focuses on communication and travel in the Baltic region during the Viking Age and Middle Ages, combining philology with historical and cultural studies. Education: PhD in Scandinavian Studies (2005), MA in Scandinavian Studies (2000, cum laude), BA in Scandinavian Studies (1998, cum laude). She has also studied at the University of Oslo in Nordic Viking and Medieval Culture. Research Interests: Runology (textual, visual, and communicative features of runestones), Old Norse literature (skaldic poetry and sagas), travel motifs in narratives, and second language acquisition methodologies. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, integrating philology with history and cultural studies. Publications: Over 17 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including key works on Baltic traffic in Norse sources and intercultural communication in sagas. Recent research highlights include analysis of travel narratives and cultural memory in Icelandic sagas. Awards: Gold medal from Tartu Secondary School No. 2 (1992). Active in academic organizations, including the International Saga Society since 2003. Administrative Roles: Head of the Department of Scandinavian Studies (2007–2008), Head of Scandinavian Languages and Cultures program (2006–2008), and coordinator of international projects on Nordic sagas and interdisciplinary text studies. Labs/Teams: Involved in collaborative projects like 'Sprid Österut' and organized international conferences/seminars on Nordic studies and medieval culture.

Ozlem Karaagac Tunaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Language Teaching
• Foreign Language Education
• Applied Linguistics
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Dr. Ozlem Karaagac Tuna serves as a Lecturer in the School of Foreign Languages at Pamukkale University, Denizli, Turkey, where she contributes to language education programs through instructional activities. Her role centers on foreign language pedagogy within this academic unit responsible for cross-disciplinary language training across the university. Her research profile emphasizes language teaching methodologies and applied linguistics, with specific focus on English language instruction, second language acquisition processes, and curriculum design for multilingual learning environments. These interests align with the School of Foreign Languages' mission to advance evidence-based language education practices while addressing contemporary challenges in foreign language acquisition.

Corinne Craneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Language pedagogy
• Curriculum development
• Language program administration
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Corinne Crane serves as Associate Professor of German and German Language Program Director in the Department of Modern Languages & Classics at the University of Alabama, bringing over fifteen years of experience teaching German from beginner to advanced levels alongside graduate seminars in world language teaching and applied linguistics. Her leadership in program administration shapes curriculum development and teacher mentoring across the German language sequence. Her academic credentials include a PhD in Applied Linguistics from Georgetown University, an MA in German from the University of Pennsylvania, and a BA in German from Cornell University: PhD, Applied Linguistics, Georgetown University MA, German, University of Pennsylvania BA, German, Cornell University Dr. Crane's research program centers on language pedagogy, curriculum development, and program administration through the lens of systemic functional linguistics. She investigates second language writing development, language teacher education, and reflective teaching practices, with particular emphasis on transformative learning experiences and practitioner research methodologies. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with classroom applications to enhance language acquisition and teacher development. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2025-2015) reveals consistent focus on language program leadership, teacher development, and second language writing. She explores threshold concepts in German grammar acquisition, transformative learning in language curricula, and systemic functional linguistics applications to L2 texts. A significant thread connects reflective teaching practices with practitioner research, demonstrating her commitment to grounding theoretical insights in classroom realities across German language education. As German Language Program Director, Dr. Crane mentors graduate teaching assistants and oversees curriculum development for all German language courses. Her editorial board service for Second Language Research & Practice, Die Unterrichtspraxis/Teaching German, and Korean Language in America extends her influence in language education scholarship. While specific grant details aren't provided in the source text, her program leadership and editorial roles indicate active engagement with research funding mechanisms and academic resource management.

• Academic English writing
• Discourse analysis
• English teacher training
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Meral Ceylan serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of English Teacher Education at Anadolu University's Faculty of Education. She concurrently holds course coordination and assistant coordinator roles in the Open Education Faculty's English Teacher Education program, specializing in writing skills instruction across both the School of Foreign Languages and Open Education Faculty. Her academic qualifications include: Bachelor's degree (2002) in English Teacher Education from Anadolu University Master's degree in Teaching English as a Foreign Language from Bilkent University Ph.D. in English Teacher Education from Anadolu University Dr. Ceylan's research integrates mindfulness practices with language pedagogy, focusing on academic writing, discourse analysis, teacher training, and technology-enhanced learning. Her work addresses critical challenges like language anxiety and learner autonomy through evidence-based mindfulness applications, reflecting her certification as a Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) instructor and membership in the Mindfulness Teachers Association. Publication analysis reveals consistent emphasis on self-directed learning frameworks, particularly through language portfolio systems. Her research trajectory demonstrates evolving integration of mindfulness techniques into teacher education curricula, with growing attention to digital tools for enhancing critical thinking and autonomous learning in English language contexts. Dr. Ceylan has advised 3 theses and coordinated writing-focused courses across multiple university departments. Her 31 research projects include work aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals, with 3 publications available in open access formats.

• Language Learning
• Gerontology
• Linguistics
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Tatiana Temporale serves as a Research Fellow within the Department of Comparative Linguistic and Cultural Studies at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, where she conducts interdisciplinary research bridging linguistic theory and cultural analysis with gerontological perspectives. Her scholarly focus centers on language learning dynamics among older adults, specifically investigating how ageism manifests in foreign language education and developing inclusive pedagogical frameworks. Through the Vintage Project, she examines cognitive, social, and emotional dimensions of language acquisition in aging populations, emphasizing how linguistic engagement combats social isolation and challenges age-related stereotypes. Her publication trajectory reveals a concentrated exploration of gerontological linguistics, with recent work analyzing intersectional barriers in language education for seniors. The 2023 study in STUDI DI GLOTTODATTICA establishes methodological innovations for teaching foreign languages to elderly learners while addressing systemic ageism in educational institutions. No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in available records. Information regarding student supervision or grant funding remains unspecified in current institutional materials. She operates within the Vintage Project research collective, which develops evidence-based language teaching protocols specifically designed for older adult learners through collaborative analysis of cognitive aging patterns and cultural inclusion metrics.

• Literacy Development
• Dyslexia
• Dyscalculia
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Dr. Sietske van Viersen is an Assistant Professor at Utrecht University's Faculty of Social and Behavioral Sciences , Department of Development & Education of Youth in Diverse Societies . Her work bridges research and practice in literacy/numeracy development, with a focus on neurodiverse populations including children with dyslexia/dyscalculia and giftedness. PhD in Educational Sciences (cum laude) from University of Amsterdam (2017) Postdoc at University of Amsterdam and University of Oslo Editorial Board Member: Journal of Learning & Instruction Executive Guest Editor: Special issue on Resilience in Learning Member: Scientific Advisory Board on Dyslexia (WARD, since 2024) Her research examines academic resilience , particularly protective factors in literacy development among children with learning difficulties. She leads international projects like Resilience in Reading and Orthographic Learning across multiple languages, while supervising PhD candidates in cross-institutional collaborations (Utrecht University, Radboud University, University of Oslo). Notable methodological contributions include meta-analyses on literacy-IQ relationships and eye-tracking diagnostics. Recent projects investigated literacy development through word-length effects, language transparency, and text-level processing. Despite securing a 2024 starter grant (subsequently canceled), she continues work on the NWO Rubicon-funded Sentence Reading Fluency study. Her teaching portfolio includes coordinating courses on Inclusive Education and Learning and Individual Differences across bachelor's, master's, and research master's programs.

• Teaching French as a Foreign Language
• Second Language Acquisition
• Applied Linguistics
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Coralie AUGUSTE serves as a Lecturer at IÉSEG School of Management within the Languages track, focusing on French language instruction and pedagogical methodologies for non-native speakers. Her academic qualifications include: M1 in Teaching French as a Foreign Language, University of Lille 3, France (2015) Bachelor in Langues, University of Toulouse 2, France (2010) Her research centers on Teaching French as a Foreign Language with specialized expertise in Second Language Acquisition and Applied Linguistics. She develops evidence-based instructional strategies for diverse learner profiles, emphasizing practical classroom applications and cross-cultural communication frameworks in language education. Prior academic engagement includes a lectureship at the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Espírito Santo in Vitória, Brazil (2016-2017), where she delivered language curriculum for higher education programs.

Yuka Andoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Japanese as a foreign language
• Teaching material development
• Pedagogy
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Yuka Ando serves as Lecturer at the Institute of East Asian Studies (INEAST) within the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany, a position held continuously since 1999 following prior appointments at the University of Hawai’i at Manoa and Ruhr University Bochum (1992–1999). Her academic preparation includes: MA in Communication (1992) from the University of South Alabama, USA BA in English Literature and Japanese as a Foreign Language (circa 1990) from Kanagawa University, Japan Dr. Ando’s scholarly focus centers on Japanese language pedagogy with specialized research on cognitive linguistics and typological analysis of the Japanese case particle “ni”. Her work extends to Ryukyuan language revitalization frameworks and critical examinations of linguistic “correctness” in educational contexts, emphasizing practical applications for autonomous thinking development and assertive communication skills in learners. Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2005–2017) reveals three dominant research trajectories: (1) cognitive linguistics applications to Japanese particle acquisition using prototype theory, (2) Ryukyuan/Okinawan language documentation and pedagogical frameworks for endangered languages, and (3) sociolinguistic investigations of language norms in Japanese education. These strands consistently bridge theoretical linguistics with classroom practice, particularly in intermediate-to-advanced Japanese instruction. No formal scientific awards are documented in available materials. As an educator, Dr. Ando maintains comprehensive teaching responsibilities across all proficiency levels (Japanese 1–5), including standard and intensive tracks for Summer Semester 2025 (Japanese 2+4 and Intensive Japanese II). Her curriculum development activities span composition, reading, technical writing, and advanced communication skills, reflecting sustained engagement with language pedagogy despite no explicitly documented grant funding. Her primary academic affiliation remains the Institute of East Asian Studies, with research activities extending to international collaborations evidenced by presentations at the European Association for Japanese Studies, Ryukyuan Heritage Language Symposium, and specialized linguistics conferences focused on language endangerment.

Greta Gorsuchمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• International Teaching Assistant Development
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Greta Gorsuch is a Professor in Applied Linguistics at Texas Tech University's Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures department. Her research focuses on second language acquisition, international teaching assistant (ITA) development, reading fluency methodologies, and language testing. She has authored/co-authored multiple books including Using Theories for Second Language Teaching and Learning and Second Language Testing for Student Evaluation and Classroom Research . Presentations: Over 20 keynotes and workshops on topics like ITA training, reading fluency, and language testing since 2011. Publications: 15+ peer-reviewed articles and chapters exploring L2 teaching methods, discourse intonation, and standardized testing. Edited Volumes: Two major edited collections on ITA research and working theories in TA development. Original Fiction: Author of literacy novels designed for adult language learners, including The Night Telephone and The Visitors . Her work emphasizes practical applications of linguistic theory, particularly in improving communication skills for ITAs and developing evidence-based instructional materials.