جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Joël Thibeaultمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• French Education
• Francophone Minority Contexts
• Grammar Teaching
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joël Thibeault is a Professor at the Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa and Adjunct Professor at the Faculty of Education, University of Regina . His research focuses on the teaching and learning of French grammar in Francophone minority contexts, the integrated instruction of French and English, and the use of children’s literature in linguistic education. He has secured major funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada for studies on bilingual grammar pedagogy. Research Themes: Francophone minority education, plurilingual approaches, drama-based pedagogy, and curriculum innovation. Awards: Received the Prix du nouveau chercheur (2024) from the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Education. Recent Publications emphasize inductive grammar strategies, plurilingual vocabulary instruction, and drama/literature integration in minority language classrooms. His work bridges policy, practice, and technology in Canadian French-language education. Scientific Awards: SSHRC Grant (2024) Prix du nouveau chercheur (2024)

Laura Pachecoمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Reproductive Justice
• Intellectual Disability and Parenting
• Structural Violence Against Women with Disabilities
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laura Pacheco is an Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work at Memorial University. She holds a BSW and MSW from McGill University and a PhD in Rehabilitation Medicine from the University of Alberta. Her research focuses on reproductive justice, intellectual disability and parenting, structural violence against women with disabilities, neurodiversity in aging, and social justice within health and social service systems. She has conducted post-doctoral work on support needs for parents with intellectual disabilities and has been a clinician, advocate, and program coordinator in parenting services for over 14 years. She teaches courses emphasizing critical social work practice, anti-oppression, and disability studies. Her funded research includes studies on neurodiverse aging (2020–2023) and service pathways for parents with intellectual impairments (2018–2021). She is an executive member of the International Association on the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disability (IASSIDD) and has contributed to international workshops and conferences. Her work bridges academic research with community engagement, advocating for systemic equity and inclusive policies.

Verónica Loureiro-Rodríguezمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Sociolinguistics
• Language and Identity
• Language Attitudes
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Verónica Loureiro-Rodríguez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Manitoba's Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on sociolinguistics, language identity, and code-switching, with special attention to global hip hop and multilingual communities. She holds a PhD from the University of California, Davis, an MA from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and a BA from the Universidade de Santiago de Compostela. Dr. Loureiro-Rodríguez's work examines language attitudes across diverse contexts, including French-English dynamics in Manitoba, Spanish-Valencian bilingual processing, and code-switching in music. She has also explored language use in robotics and cultural hybridity among Puerto Rican and Mexican communities. Her teaching excellence was recognized with the 2021 Faculty of Arts Teaching Excellence Award. Education: PhD (UC Davis), MA (CU Boulder), BA (USC) Awards: 2021 Teaching Excellence Award (Established Faculty) Research Focus: Language policy, digital sociolinguistics, and cultural identity She currently supervises graduate students in Master's and PhD programs, focusing on sociolinguistic methodologies like the matched-guise technique. Her research often intersects with music studies, robotics, and diaspora linguistics.

H. Gerald Campanoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Elementary Literacy Teaching
• Critical Ethnic Studies
• Immigrant Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

H. Gerald Campano is a Professor in the Learning, Teaching, and Literacies Division at the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of Education (Penn GSE). He holds ancestral roots in the Philippines and has a decade-long career as a public-school teacher, earning district awards and recognition as a Carnegie Scholar. His work focuses on literacy education, critical ethnic studies, and community-based research methodologies emphasizing participatory approaches and educational justice. Campano leads a research-practice partnership with a South Philadelphia faith-based organization, supported by grants from the Spencer Foundation and the American Educational Research Association. This partnership involves families from diverse backgrounds addressing social inequities and co-creating visions of educational justice. He also collaborates with the University of Guadalajara on transnational literacy education initiatives. Campano has co-edited Research in the Teaching of English and served as president of the National Council of Research on Language and Literacy (NCRLL). His research emphasizes 'epistemic rights,' prioritizing community voices in inquiry. Awards include the David H. Russell Award (2009, 2018), Edward B. Fry Book Award (2017), and a Spencer Mentor Award (2021). Over 35 doctoral dissertations have been directed under his mentorship. Recent projects highlight his focus on community-based research, as seen in his 2024 book Methods for Community-Based Research , which advocates for ethical collaborations and equitable educational arrangements. Campano’s work bridges academia and practice, advocating for marginalized communities’ agency in shaping educational policies.

Eva Ogiermannمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Cross-cultural pragmatics
• Politeness theory
• Bilingual communication
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Eva Ogiermann is an Associate Professor in English Language and Applied Linguistics at King’s College London, serving as Programme Director for the MA in Language and Cultural Diversity. She holds a PhD from Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg (2007) and an MA from the University of Münster (2001). Her research focuses on cross-cultural pragmatics, politeness theory, and bilingual communication, with a particular interest in how language reflects cultural norms and identities. Current Position: Reader (Associate Professor) at King’s College London Previous Institutions: University of Oldenburg (Germany), University of Portsmouth, University of Surrey Editorial Roles: Former associate editor of the Journal of Pragmatics (2010–2018) Her work examines cultural specificity of language use, including studies on apology strategies, request negotiation, and family communication dynamics. Recent projects analyze pandemic-era signage’s role in disseminating risk communication and maintaining social cohesion during crises. She also explores epistemic authority in academic writing tutorials and the pragmatic functions of marketing language. Key research contributions include From Speech Acts to Lay Understandings of Politeness (2019) and numerous articles in top journals like Journal of Pragmatics and Pragmatics and Society . Her teaching spans BA and MA programs in applied linguistics and language education. Dr Ogiermann leads the Implementing Covid-19 measures project, studying how non-official signage adapts government health guidelines. She actively contributes to the Centre for Language, Discourse & Communication, fostering interdisciplinary research at the intersection of language, culture, and society.

Bal Krishna Sharmaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Applied Linguistics
• Sociolinguistics
• Intercultural Communication
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Bal Krishna Sharma is Associate Professor of Applied Linguistics at the University of Idaho's College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences, with affiliate status at the Habib Institute for Asian Studies. His scholarship examines language globalization across education, tourism, and digital media contexts. Education credentials: Ph.D. in Second Language Studies, University of Hawaii at Manoa (2016) M.A. in Second Language Studies, University of Hawaii at Manoa (2011) M.Ed. in English Education, Tribhuvan University (2004) B.Ed. in English Education, Tribhuvan University (2001) Research explores: Neoliberal influences on language education Intercultural communication in tourism Translingual practices in digital spaces Multilingual policy in South Asia Recent publications analyze linguistic landscapes in pandemic communication, multilingual STEM education, and social media discourse in Nepal. His work integrates sociolinguistic theory with critical analysis of globalization. Teaches courses including Sociolinguistics, Intercultural Communication, and History of the English Language.

Marta González-Lloretمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Technology-mediated Language Learning
• Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)
• L2 Pragmatics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Marta González-Lloret is a Professor of Spanish and Applied Linguistics at the Department of Languages and Literatures of Europe and the Americas (LLEA) and an Associated Graduate Faculty member of the Department of Second Language Studies (SLS) at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa . Originally from Valladolid, Spain, she has resided in Hawaii for over 30 years and holds a PhD in Second Language Acquisition, an MA in Linguistics, an MA in European Languages, and a Licenciatura in English Philology. Education: PhD in Second Language Acquisition, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (2008) MA in Linguistics, University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (1997) MA in European Languages (Spanish Linguistics), University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (1993) Licenciatura in Filología Inglesa, Universidad de Valladolid (1991) Her research focuses on the intersections of technology and Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) , as well as L2 Pragmatics and Conversation Analysis . Her work explores how digital environments enhance pragmatic competence and foster intercultural communication. She has co-edited seminal volumes on technology-mediated TBLT and serves as Series Editor for Task-Based Language Teaching and Pragmatics & Language Learning . She has received prestigious awards, including the Board of Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching (2018) and the HALT Excellence in Teaching Award (2010) . Her teaching portfolio includes Spanish language, teacher training, and critical digital literacies, often delivered through hybrid or online formats. Scientific Awards: Board of Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching (2018) College of LLL Excellence in Teaching Award (2013) HALT Excellence in Teaching Award (2010) 'Oihana Maika’i Award for Research Excellence (2005) Top 2% Most-Cited Researchers (2023) Top 400 World Linguists (2023) She has conducted over 80 invited talks and 17 plenary/keynote lectures globally, addressing topics like AI in language education, pragmatic development in digital spaces, and task design for multilingual contexts. Her editorial and leadership roles include co-chairing international conferences and serving on advisory committees for ACTFL Guidelines (2024).

Chang Puمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• English as a Second Language Education
• Bilingual Education
• Heritage Language Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Chang Pu is a Professor of Teacher Education and Coordinator of the ESOL endorsement program at Berry College. She specializes in TESOL, bilingual education, and heritage language education, teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses including Multicultural Education and ESOL endorsement classes. Her work emphasizes preparing educators to support culturally and linguistically diverse students through collaborations with schools in Georgia (e.g., New Comer Academy) and China. Education: Ph.D. in Culture, Literacy, and Language (University of Texas, San Antonio) M.A. in TESOL (St. Cloud State University) B.A. in English (University of Electronic Science & Tech. of China) Instructional Technology Certificate (St. Cloud State University) Research Focus: Dr. Pu's research centers on heritage language education, virtual exchange methodologies, and equitable practices for linguistically diverse learners. She investigates how bilingual and bicultural competence can be fostered in K-12 settings and teacher preparation programs. Publications: Her work spans topics like at-risk Latino student success, global teacher education collaboration, and Chinese heritage language instruction. Recent contributions include analyses of biliteracy development and innovative pedagogical strategies in multicultural contexts. Awards: 2019 Longview Foundation Global Teacher Educator Fellow Dr. Pu actively engages in community partnerships, co-designing programs with international schools and bilingual immersion initiatives to bridge educational gaps. Her advising focuses on preparing teachers for multicultural classrooms through service-learning and cross-cultural exchanges.

Alexa Quinnمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Early Childhood Education
• Elementary Education
• Teacher Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Alexa Quinn is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Early, Elementary, and Reading Education at James Madison University's College of Education. Her research focuses on culturally responsive teaching, family-school interactions, and inclusive education practices. She holds a terminal degree in Education and is dedicated to preparing future educators to address the diverse needs of students, particularly in early childhood and elementary settings. Her work emphasizes the importance of teacher training programs that foster cultural competence and self-efficacy, alongside strategies for supporting students with disabilities. Dr. Quinn’s scholarship bridges theory and practice, advocating for policies that prioritize equitable educational access and family engagement. Her publications span topics such as inquiry-based learning, morning meeting practices in social studies, and the role of wordless picturebooks in multilingual families. While no formal awards are listed, her contributions to teacher education and policy-relevant research reflect her commitment to impactful educational solutions. Dr. Quinn advises no listed students and does not mention current grants or labs, though her research interests suggest involvement in collaborative projects focused on early childhood education equity and teacher development.

• Japanese Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Acquisition
• Language Education Policy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Satoshi Miyazaki is a Professor at Waseda University's Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics and affiliated with the Faculty of International Research and Education . With a Ph.D. from Monash University, his work bridges Japanese language education, second language acquisition, and cross-cultural communication. Education Background: Doctor of Philosophy (Japanese Applied Linguistics) - Monash University (1997) Graduate School of Japanese Applied Linguistics - Waseda University (1982) Research Interests focus on Japanese language pedagogy, natural acquisition mechanisms, and interactional strategies for non-native learners. His innovative use of Eye Mark Recorders (EMR) and Event-Related Potentials (ERP) has advanced understanding of cognitive processes in language learning. Recent Articles (2011-2001) reveal trends in Japanese language education reform, cross-cultural learning challenges, and technology-enhanced teaching methods. Key themes include correctional language programs for foreign inmates, immersion environments, and brain processing studies using advanced neuro-linguistic techniques. Research Projects have received continuous funding from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, including prison language education programs, foreign care worker competence frameworks, and EMR-based lecture comprehension analysis. His work extends to international collaborations with institutions in Australia, the U.S., and Europe.

• Central Asian Studies
• Iranian Studies
• Ethnography
• +۳ مورد دیگر

PD Dr. Lutz Rzehak is an academic staff member at the Institute for Asian and African Studies (IAAW) within the Faculty of Humanities at Humboldt University of Berlin, serving as a Teacher for special tasks specializing in Modern Iranian languages and the ethnography and cultural history of Afghanistan and Central Asia. His educational background includes: Oriental Studies/History from the State University of Leningrad (1985) Doctorate in Iranian Studies, Humboldt University of Berlin (1991) Habilitation in Central Asian Studies / Iranian Studies, Humboldt University of Berlin (2001) Dr. Rzehak's research spans Central Asian Studies , Iranian Studies , Ethnography , and Linguistics , with fieldwork focusing on Baloch, Pashtun, and Tajik communities. His work examines language evolution, social structures, and cultural practices through historical and contemporary lenses, particularly regarding Soviet influence and post-Taliban Afghanistan. Key contributions include grammatical analyses of Iranian languages and ethnographic studies of religious rituals and tribal systems. His recent publications (2016-2021) reveal consistent focus on Iranian language dynamics (especially Dari and Pashto), ethnic identity politics in Afghanistan, and cultural history of Central Asia. These works address language change mechanisms, ethnic consolidation strategies, and the interplay between tradition and modernity, often utilizing comparative linguistic and ethnographic methodologies. His scientific awards include: Heisenberg Fellow of the German Research Foundation Dr. Rzehak has held significant research positions including Research Associate in the Crossroads Asia Competence Network (2011-2016) and Heisenberg Fellow (2002-2011). While his CV does not list formal PhD advisees, his language lecturing and research supervision have mentored numerous students in Central Asian and Iranian studies through course instruction and fieldwork guidance. He has been actively involved in the Crossroads Asia Competence Network, a major interdisciplinary research initiative examining transregional connections and historical trajectories across Central, South, and West Asia.

Senad Bećirovićمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Artificial Intelligence in Education
• Digital Technologies in Education
• Intercultural Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Senad Bećirović serves as a full Professor at the University of Education Lower Austria (Pädagogische Hochschule Niederösterreich), having progressed from assistant professor (2014) to associate professor (2017) before attaining his current rank in 2023. His academic career spans teaching research methodology, pedagogy, and advanced statistics across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs at international institutions, delivered through both online and in-person formats. Bećirović's research focuses primarily on Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies in education , with significant contributions to intercultural education , gifted education , and foreign language pedagogy . His work demonstrates a consistent trajectory toward understanding how emerging technologies reshape educational practices and outcomes. Through four books published by Springer and Nova Science and over 60 articles in top-tier journals, he has established himself as a leading voice in digital educational transformation. His recent publications (2023-2025) reveal a pronounced emphasis on AI applications in education, with multiple studies examining AI literacy, policy frameworks, and implementation strategies across European higher education contexts. This research demonstrates both theoretical depth and practical relevance to current educational challenges. Bećirović actively contributes to the scholarly community as editor and reviewer for numerous Q1 journals including Smart Learning Environments (Springer), Education and Information Technologies (Springer), and TESOL Quarterly (Wiley). He participates in multiple European Commission-funded initiatives such as ENRICH (Enhancing Teaching and Research through Innovative Digital Technologies) and Erasmus+ projects focused on peace learning and English education. His professional activities extend to international collaboration through membership in the European Network Ethical Use of AI and the American Educational Research Association (AERA). He frequently delivers keynote addresses at international conferences, sharing expertise on AI in education, digital transformation, and intercultural competencies.

Małgorzata K. Citko-DuPlantisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Japanese Literature and Culture
• Premodern Cultural Studies
• Digital Humanities
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Małgorzata K. Citko-DuPlantis is an Assistant Professor of Japanese Literature and Culture at the University of Tennessee’s Department of World Languages and Cultures, within the College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, alongside M.A. and B.A. degrees from Polish institutions (Collegium Civitas and University of Warsaw). Her research interrogates the instability of premodern knowledge systems, focusing on the Man’yōshū’s evolving cultural significance across medieval and modern eras. She challenges the canonical fixation on a single manuscript of this foundational poetry collection, arguing its role as a malleable cultural construct. Her work spans interdisciplinary areas including digital humanities, medieval Japanese poetry reception, and contemporary pop-media depictions of premodern Japan. Citko-DuPlantis has authored/co-authored monographs and peer-reviewed articles in English, Polish, and Japanese, with notable works like Clashes of Dragons and Dragonflies (2012) and her forthcoming monograph Embracing Instability: Imagining “Man’yoshū” in Medieval and Modern Japan . She has been awarded grants from the Japan Foundation, Fulbright, and MEXT, and has presented at major conferences such as the Association for Asian Studies and MLA. Her research awards reflect sustained scholarly impact, complemented by multilingual competence in languages including Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. Citko-DuPlantis actively engages with both academic and public spheres, bridging historical textual analysis with modern cultural phenomena.

• Language Policy in Education
• Language Ideology and Socialization
• Immigration and Transnationalism
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ronald Fuentes is an Associate Professor and Director of Online Programs in the Department of English at the University of Memphis. His research focuses on language policy in education, immigration impacts on multilingualism, and transnational identity dynamics. He holds a Ph.D. in Sociolinguistics from the University of Washington, alongside a MAT in TESOL and a BA from the University of British Columbia. His research explores how immigration shapes language attitudes and practices, particularly in educational contexts. Fuentes examines language policy implementation in universities and K-12 settings, with recent work analyzing gender-inclusive language adoption and transnational family language maintenance strategies. He has published extensively on topics such as heritage language teaching in diaspora communities and structural barriers faced by immigrant students in higher education. His articles consistently address the interplay between institutional policies and individual agency, revealing both opportunities and constraints in multilingual education systems. Current projects investigate language planning in non-traditional migration regions and digital pedagogy for online language learners. As Director of Online Programs, Fuentes oversees innovative instructional design for distance learning initiatives while maintaining active grant-funded research on ESL program efficacy and transnational student support systems. His work bridges sociolinguistic theory and applied educational practice, contributing to both academic discourse and real-world policy recommendations.

• Spanish for the Professions
• Translation and Interpreting
• Language Access Policies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Reynaldo Romero serves as Associate Professor in the Department of History, Humanities and Languages at the University of Houston-Downtown, where he has maintained active teaching and research since at least 2012. His academic foundation spans linguistics, public health, and translation studies across multiple institutions. His educational background includes: Ph.D. in Spanish Linguistics from Georgetown University (Dissertation: Structural Consequences of Language Shift: Judeo-Spanish in Istanbul) M.P.H. in Community Health Practice from UTHealth (Dissertation: Beliefs on COVID-19 vaccination among Hispanic day laborers) M.A. in Translation from Kent State University Multiple B.A. degrees in French, General Linguistics, and Spanish Language/Linguistics from Rice University Romero's research creates critical intersections between linguistic theory and real-world applications. His work on Spanish for the Professions establishes frameworks for medical and legal interpreting while addressing systemic language access barriers. The scholarship on endangered languages—particularly Judeo-Spanish and Afro-Hispanic varieties—combines rigorous documentation with urgent revitalization efforts. His healthcare access research directly engages Houston's linguistic minorities through community-based projects like the Medical Translation Project with HISD. Recent publications reveal three dominant trajectories: (1) advancing methodologies in Afro-Hispanic linguistics through collaborative edited volumes; (2) developing social justice frameworks for marginalized language communities; and (3) documenting endangered linguistic varieties with innovative digital approaches. These threads converge in his community-engaged scholarship that bridges academic research and practical language access solutions. Professional recognition includes: Certified Translator status from the American Translators Association Advanced Professional Analytic Linguist certification Specialized medical and legal interpreter credentials Online teaching certification with digital tools specialization Romero's grant activity demonstrates sustained commitment to practical applications of linguistic research. Current projects include 'Promoting the Critical and Responsible Use of Digital Tools and AI in Written Tasks' (2024-2025), while past work developed medical interpreter training during disaster relief and language access protocols for healthcare settings. His service learning initiatives—like the Medical Translation Project with Houston ISD—create tangible community impact while advancing pedagogical innovation. Through the Medical Translation Project and language access advocacy, Romero cultivates collaborative spaces where academic research directly serves Houston's linguistic minorities. His work with heritage speakers and endangered language communities establishes frameworks for linguistic empowerment beyond traditional academic boundaries.