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Alison Flynnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chemistry Education Research (CER)
• Teaching Methodology Development
• Student Learning Outcomes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alison Flynn is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Biomolecular Sciences at the University of Ottawa. Her research focuses on Chemistry Education Research (CER), aiming to improve teaching methods and student learning outcomes. She leads the Flynn Research Group, which develops tools such as the Growth & Goals Module and LEAD framework to enhance student skills and inclusivity in STEM education. Her work emphasizes systems thinking, language barriers in chemistry education, and equity-driven pedagogy. Dr. Flynn has advised graduate students like Sarwa Al Akkad, Lilli, and Sylvanna, whose research has been showcased at national conferences. She actively engages in initiatives like the Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community, demonstrating her commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration. Recent group milestones include presentations at the Canadian Chemistry Conference (2025) and contributions to academic publications addressing educational challenges. Her research spans topics such as organic chemistry terminology, argumentation skills, and inclusive curriculum design. Publications since 2021 reflect a focus on systemic approaches to education, including remote learning adaptations and evaluation models for science curricula. The Flynn Research Group also prioritizes equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), integrating these principles into teaching practices and research. Resources like the Organic Chemistry 101 online modules and remote teaching guides evidence her applied approach to educational innovation.

Magda Tigchelaarمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Genre-based second language pedagogy
• Second language writing development
• Corpus-assisted language teaching
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Magda Tigchelaar is an Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream in French Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga. She specializes in second language writing pedagogy, assessment, and task-based instruction. Her educational background includes a PhD in Second Language Studies from Michigan State University, an MA in French Studies from the University of Guelph, and a BA (Hons) in French Studies from the same institution. Her research explores: Genre-based approaches to second language teaching Corpus-assisted writing instruction methodologies Integration of proficiency standards in curriculum design Self-assessment mechanisms for language learners Task-based needs analysis for French programs Publications primarily focus on second language writing development, task design validation, and cross-contextual applications of language pedagogy. Recent work emphasizes K-12 language task development, undergraduate writing needs, and generative AI applications for feedback. She directs multiple funded projects: French Writing Course Development (Writing Development Initiative, 2022-2026) French (FSL) Program Evaluation (Work Study Program, 2022-present) Liaisons Canada-Brésil (Global Classrooms Funding, 2022) Her teaching includes intermediate/advanced French writing courses and Francophone cultural studies, with emphasis on producing publishable student work for platforms like the OASIS database.

Donghyun Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Psycholinguistics
• Speech Perception
• Phonetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Donghyun Kim is an Assistant Professor at Kyungpook National University's Department of English Language and Literature. He holds a PhD in Linguistics from McGill University and conducted postdoctoral research in Cognitive Psychology at the University of Exeter with Nicolas Dumay and Arthur Samuel. His research focuses on psycholinguistics, speech perception, phonetics, applied linguistics, and second language acquisition, with particular emphasis on individual differences in speech perception under cognitive load, perceptual adaptation to variability, and the perception-production link in language learning. Education: PhD in Linguistics, McGill University Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Cognitive Psychology, University of Exeter Research Projects: Plasticity in Speech Perception under Cognitive Load Time Course of Novel Word Integration Longitudinal Acquisition of Novel Vowel Contrasts Perception-Production Link in Phonetic Imitation Courses Taught: Psycholinguistics 1 & 2 Language and Cognition Applied English Linguistics Workshops Conducted: Data Visualization for Linguistics with R Introduction to Data Analysis Using R Data Analysis in Linguistic Research His publications demonstrate trends in individual differences in phonetic adaptation, cognitive load effects on perception, and longitudinal studies of L2 vowel learning. Current teaching includes workshops on R-based data analysis methods for linguistics research.

Nina Wollمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Multilingualism
• Crosslinguistic pedagogy
• Metalinguistic awareness
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nina Woll is an Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Languages and Translation at the University of Quebec in Trois-Rivières, Canada. She holds a PhD in Linguistics from Université Laval and a Master's in English and French Philology from Freie Universität Berlin. Her research focuses on multilingualism, crosslinguistic pedagogy, and metalinguistic awareness, emphasizing the role of learners' multilingual repertoires in language acquisition. She has received grants from the CRSH and FRQ-SC for projects promoting plurilingual practices in education. Woll teaches courses such as Didactics of Multilingualism and Principles of Language Testing , and her work bridges communicative and plurilingual teaching approaches. She has published extensively on topics like crosslinguistic influence and the integration of metalinguistic reflection in language classrooms. Education: PhD in Linguistics, Université Laval, Canada Master's in English and French Philology, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany Her research interests include third language acquisition, crosslinguistic pedagogy, and the development of reflective practices in language teaching. Recent work addresses the effectiveness of automatic grammar checkers and challenges to monolingual teaching norms. Woll has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, emphasizing practical applications of plurilingualism in education. Awards & Grants: CRSH Grant (2020–2023): Promoting plurilingual practices in higher education FRQ-SC Grant (2019–2023): Crosslinguistic communicative task sequences Teaching: Courses include multilingual didactics, language testing, and intercultural communication. She has advised numerous research internships and guided pre-service teachers' reflective practices.

Jo-Anne LeFevreمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cognitive Development
• Numerical Cognition
• Mathematics Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jo-Anne LeFevre is a Chancellor's Professor and Chair of the Department of Cognitive Science at Carleton University, within the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Alberta. Her research focuses on cognitive development and numerical cognition, particularly exploring individual and developmental differences in mathematical learning. Key areas include mental arithmetic strategies, working memory's role in mathematics, early numeracy skill development, and cross-cultural studies of home numeracy environments. Her research emphasizes applied projects such as language's role in mathematical learning for elementary students and tools for assessing early numeracy. She has published extensively on topics like math anxiety, bilingual education, and intervention strategies for improving mathematical outcomes. LeFevre's work bridges theoretical and applied research, contributing to both academic understanding and educational policy. Notable contributions include cross-national studies on quantity comparison, hierarchical models of mathematical competencies, and analyses of home learning environments' impact on academic performance. Her research frequently addresses equity issues in education, particularly for bilingual and socioeconomically diverse populations. LeFevre's academic leadership includes chairing the Cognitive Science department and supervising numerous graduate students. While specific awards are not listed, her prolific output and institutional roles reflect significant scholarly impact.

Hossein Nassajiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Second Language Acquisition
• Corrective Feedback
• Form-Focused Instruction
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Hossein Nassaji is a Professor of Applied Linguistics in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Victoria, Canada. His research focuses on second language acquisition, corrective feedback, form-focused instruction, and sociocultural theories in language learning. He has authored or co-authored numerous books and articles in leading journals such as Applied Linguistics , Language Learning , and TESOL Quarterly . He currently serves as Co-Editor of Language Teaching Research and Editor of the Grammar Teaching Volume in the TESOL Encyclopedia of English Language Teaching . His research emphasizes the role of interactional feedback in instructed SLA, integrating experimental and qualitative methods. Key awards include the 2012 Humanities Award for Research Excellence and the Kenneth W. Mildenberger Prize. His editorial work includes special issues on form-focused interaction and current advances in instructed SLA, reflecting his commitment to advancing SLA pedagogy.

Denilson Barbosaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Information Retrieval
• Machine Learning
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Denilson Barbosa is a Professor of Computing Science at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Science. He holds a PhD and specializes in Natural Language Processing, Information Retrieval, and Machine Learning. His research focuses on knowledge extraction, entity recognition, and knowledge graph construction. Barbosa teaches courses like CMPUT361 (Information Retrieval) and CMPUT656 (Knowledge Graphs). He served as President of the Canadian Artificial Intelligence Association (CAIAC) from 2023 to 2024. His work includes developing tools like the NLP Workbench and contributing to open relation extraction, Wikipedia analysis, and low-resource language models. Education and Background: Barbosa's academic background aligns with his research interests in computational linguistics and AI applications. His teaching emphasizes practical skills in algorithms, data structures, and machine learning for text processing. Research Highlights: Barbosa's research spans semantic graphs, probabilistic language models, and defect prediction systems. He explores challenges in multilingual NLP, particularly for Indigenous and low-resource languages like Cree. His work often integrates machine learning with traditional IR methods to improve system efficiency and accuracy. Recent Contributions: Notable recent projects include improving Bengali/Hindi LLMs, evaluating QA systems via textual entailment, and developing Bayesian methods for crowdsourced truth discovery. His articles reflect his interdisciplinary approach, combining theory with real-world applications in education, software engineering, and social media analysis.

• Applied Linguistics
• Second Language Education
• Task-based Language Teaching (TBLT)
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Xavier Gutierrez is an Associate Professor in the Department of Modern Languages and Cultural Studies at the University of Alberta, specializing in Applied Linguistics and Spanish Language Education. He serves as Spanish Language Program Coordinator and has been teaching since 2013. His research focuses on Task-based Language Teaching (TBLT), grammar pedagogy, and teacher education. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Education from the University of New Brunswick, alongside degrees from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. His current projects include evaluating a task-based curriculum implementation funded by the Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund, and collaborative research on teacher education's role in pedagogical innovation with Bill Dunn and Leila Ranta. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Applied Linguistics and Spanish language instruction. Key research areas include metalinguistic knowledge, explicit/implicit language learning, and L2 acquisition processes. His publications span journals like Language Teaching Research and Canadian Journal of Applied Linguistics , with a focus on pedagogical methodologies and assessment frameworks. Received the 2017 Faculty of Arts Undergraduate Teaching Award Co-Editor-in-Chief of Language Awareness journal Advising focuses on graduate students researching Second Language Education. He coordinates Spanish language programs and advocates for evidence-based language pedagogy.

• Second Language Education
• Social Inclusiveness
• Teacher Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. William Dunn is a Professor in the Secondary Education Department at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education, serving as Graduate Coordinator in the Dean's Office. He holds a PhD from Cornell University (2002) and specializes in second language education, focusing on language learning's role in social inclusiveness and intercultural competence. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in teacher education, emphasizing social justice and innovative pedagogical strategies. Dr. Dunn has extensive teaching experience in ESL/EFL contexts and has led initiatives like the Curriculum Development Prototyping project (2014-2015) and SSHRC-funded research on language and inclusion (2006-2009). He coordinates large-scale courses such as EDU 100/300, managing teams of instructors across multiple sections. His research explores task-based language teaching, blended learning, and intercultural dialogue. Notable achievements include the 2014 Faculty of Education Award for Technology Integration. Dunn actively engages in professional development workshops, conferences, and international collaborations to advance language education practices.

Camila Dilliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Applied Linguistics
• Task-Based Language Teaching
• Language and Literacy Affirmative Actions
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Camila Dilli is a Visiting Professor in the Department of World Languages and Literatures at Simon Fraser University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. With 18+ years of experience teaching Portuguese across Scandinavia, North/South America, she specializes in fostering language proficiency through social embeddedness and intercultural dialogues. Her pedagogical innovations include community-engaged courses like 'Storytelling in Portuguese for Speakers of Other Languages' and 'Reading/Writing Course for Indigenous Students'. Research Focus: Applied Linguistics, Task-Based Teaching, Intercultural Pedagogy Teaching: PORT 100 D100 (Introductory Brazilian Portuguese I) in Fall 2025 Projects: Online course design, Literacy development, Community partnerships

Graham Neubigمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Large Language Models
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Graham Neubig is an Associate Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Language Technology Institute (School of Computer Science), where he leads the NeuLab research group. He is also Chief Scientist at All Hands AI, developing AI agents for software development. His research focuses on machine learning and natural language processing, with specialization in large language models, multilingual systems, code generation, and evaluation methods. Education & Career B.S. Computer Science, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (2001-2005) M.S./Ph.D. Intelligent Information Systems, Kyoto University (2008-2012) Assistant Professor, Nara Institute of Science and Technology (2012-2016) Assistant/Associate Professor, Carnegie Mellon University (2016-Present) Research Focus Develops NLP technologies to break communication barriers through: multilingual machine translation, semantic analysis, natural language interfaces, cross-lingual learning, and interpretable evaluation. Recent work emphasizes LLM applications in programming, multilingual evaluation frameworks, and fine-grained model analysis. Publications & Software Recent articles focus on program synthesis agents, multilingual evaluators, translation quality assessment, and model diagnostics. Maintains open-source resources including DyNet (neural network toolkit) and CoNaLa (code generation dataset). Teaching & Outreach Regularly publishes lecture materials on NLP/ML and gives invited talks at international venues (e.g., NAACL, ACL, ICLR). Supervises graduate students through NeuLab.

• Computer Science Education
• Software Engineering
• Cloud Computing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andreas (Andi) Bergen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto's Mathematical and Computational Sciences School. His work focuses on computer science education, software engineering, and energy-efficient computing. He is actively involved in the Computer Science Student Community (CSSC) and teaches courses that emphasize writing instruction and practical programming skills. His research spans topics like integrating AI tools into education, optimizing software energy consumption in cloud environments, and leveraging visualization tools for complex data analysis. He has contributed to projects such as Galyleo, an extensible visualization solution, and explored methods for documenting software knowledge via screencasts. While no scientific awards are listed, Bergen's articles reflect a commitment to advancing pedagogical strategies and sustainable computing practices. He advises no listed students and no grants are mentioned, though his involvement with CSSC highlights his dedication to student engagement. He is based in DH-3084 and reachable at andi.bergen@utoronto.ca.

Gerald Pennمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Natural Language Processing
• Computational Linguistics
• Logic Programming
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Roles & Affiliations Professor of Computer Science and Fellow of St. Michael's College at the University of Toronto. Leads research in computational linguistics, natural language processing, and logic programming. Maintains affiliations with the Computational Linguistics group at Toronto and serves on the editorial board of Linguistics & Philosophy . Research Interests Typed Feature Logic and Grammar Development Parsing/Generation Algorithms for Free-Word-Order Languages Substructural Logics (e.g., Lambek Calculus) Finite-State Methods and Speech Summarization Constraint Logic Programming (ALE System) Teaching Teaches courses including Natural Language Computing , Computational Linguistics , and Programming Languages . Recent courses span academic years 2023–2024. Projects & Contributions Principal developer of the Attribute Logic Engine (ALE) , a constraint logic programming system. Organized the 2019 Mathematics of Language (MOL) conference.

Gordon A. Mouldenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Language assessment
• Course design
• Planning for learning
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Gordon A. Moulden is a Lecturer in the MA TESOL Department at Trinity Western University's School of Education. He holds an EdD and MA in TESOL from Temple University (2005 and 1993, respectively) and a BA in French from the University of British Columbia (1985). With over 30 years of experience as an ELT professional, he has taught in Japan, Canada, and specialized in teacher training. His expertise spans language assessment, course design, educational research, and intercultural leadership. His recent research focuses on pandemic impacts on TESOL practices, task-based assessment approaches, and action research in education. He is affiliated with BC TEAL and TESL Ontario, contributing as a certified instructor in theory and methodology. Courses taught include Evaluation & Measurement in TESOL, Research Methods in Applied Linguistics, and Leadership in TESOL.

Asma Sayedمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Comparative World Literature
• Global Anglophone Literature
• Indian Ocean Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Asma Sayed is a Professor and Canada Research Chair in South Asian Literary and Cultural Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She serves as Vice President, Equity and Inclusive Communities, and previously led KPU’s Office of Anti-Racism as Associate Vice President. A scholar-activist, she bridges postcolonial studies, feminist theory, and critical race frameworks in her research and teaching. Education: PhD in Comparative Literature from the University of Alberta Her research explores: Transnational literary networks spanning Asia, Africa, and the Americas Critical equity studies and decolonial methodologies Gendered violence and maternal representation in South Asian cinema Heritage language literatures and canon formation in Canada Ecofeminist and postcolonial ecological narratives Recent publications focus on diasporic identity, Bollywood critiques, and feminist interventions in global literature. Notable awards include: Royal Society of Canada’s College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists (2020) KPU’s Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award (2023) KPU’s Distinguished Scholarship Award (2022) SSHRC grants She has organized academic symposiums, co-edited special issues on the Ruptured Commons, and led KPU’s Task Force on Antiracism (2020–2022).