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Personal profile
Research interests
My research interests are in the vast implications of the use of a second/third/fourth language to teach and learn academic subjects in higher education across the globe; including English Medium Instruction (EMI), and Integrating Content and Language in Higher Education (ICLHE). My current research projects focus on Success in EMI.
Teaching interests
Alongside my interest in teaching topics in Applied Linguistics, I am passionate about teaching Advanced Quantitative Research Methods (AQM) and the statistical computing software R. I teach on the MRes in AQM, MA in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), MA in Education, and EdD programmes. I am also the Pathway Lead of the South West Doctoral Training Partnership for the MRes AQM, and the Director of Studies of the Master of Research in Advanced Quantitative Methods.
Willing to supervise doctoral students
I welcome PhD applications on the vast research topic of English Medium Instruction (EMI):
1. Success in EMI (content learning outcomes / English proficiency outcomes / comparing L1 and L2)
2. Technology in EMI (including artificial intelligence)
3. Psychological constructs in EMI (Language Learning Mindsets / Teacher/Student Grit / Goal Orientation / Engagement in an EMI context / Motivation / Challenges)
4. Jobs and EMI (Teacher job satisfaction / Student career prospects)
5. Sustainable development goals in EMI
I welcome PhD applications adopting either a purely Quantitative or Mixed Methods approach. I particularly welcome studies that quantitatively develop and validate EMI research instruments.
PhD applications are welcomed year-round. For applicants intending to pursue PhD scholarship funding, it is crucial to submit your application by 1 December annually at the latest to ensure my timely endorsement.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, Stakeholders’ attitudes towards English Medium of Instruction for academic subjects in the Japanese higher education context., University of Oxford
1 Sept 2014 → 30 Oct 2018
Award Date: 30 Oct 2018
Research Methods, Master of Science, The functions of codeswitching in English medium of instruction in a Japanese tertiary context., University of Oxford
1 Sept 2013 → 30 Aug 2014
Award Date: 30 Aug 2014
Applied Linguistics, Master of Science, Empirical research carried out between 2000 and 2013 using eye movement tracking to study syntactic processing (parsing) of written text: a systematic review, University of Oxford
1 Sept 2012 → 30 Aug 2013
Award Date: 30 Aug 2013
Linguistics, Bachelor of Arts, The effect of teaching phonics on vocabulary acquisition: an intervention study, The Open University of Hong Kong
1 Sept 2006 → 30 Aug 2010
Award Date: 30 Aug 2010
Education, Bachelor of Education, The Open University of Hong Kong
1 Sept 2006 → 30 Aug 2010
Award Date: 30 Aug 2010
External positions
Scientific Committee Member, European Second Language Association (EuroSLA)
2023 → …
University of Bath Representative, European Consortium for Sociological Research
2022 → …
Guest Associate Editor, Frontiers in Educational Psychology
2022 → …
Topic Editor, Frontiers in Psychology
2022 → 2023
Scientific Committee Member , Integrating Content and Language in Higher Education (ICLHE) Association
2022 → …
Consultant, TransformELT
2022 → …
Grant Panelist, Nazarbayev University Research Council
1 Jun 2020 → …
Editor, Data in Brief
2019 → …
Associate Member, English Medium Instruction Oxford Research Group
2015 → …
Keywords
- L Education (General)
- Second/Foreign Language Teaching and Learning
- Bilingual Education
- LB2300 Higher Education
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English as a Medium of Instruction: An Intensive Course for Brazilian Professors
Curle, S. (PI) & Gama Rodrigues, B. (PI)
9/11/20 → …
Project: Research council
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TDGs: Preparing STEM students and teachers with extended learning opportunities through flipped/hybrid classrooms: The case of study of English-medium instruction (EMI) STEM students in Hong Kong and the United Kingdom.
Pun, J. (PI), Curle, S. (CoI) & Lan, G. (CoI)
Project: Research-related funding
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English Medium Instruction in Saudi Arabia: an exploration study
Alqarni, O. M. (PI), Mahdi, H. S. (CoI), Ali, J. K. M. (CoI) & Curle, S. (CoI)
25/09/23 → 31/10/24
Project: Research-related funding
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Classification and Regression Tree models (CART) applied to the reduction of educational inequalities in Spain
Sandoval Hernandez, A. (CoI), Curle, S. (CoI), Eryilmaz, N. (Researcher) & Lapresta Rey, C. (PI)
1/09/22 → 31/08/23
Project: Other
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Assessment, Testing and Evaluation in English-medium Education from a Global Perspective
Pun, J. (Editor), Curle, S. (Editor) & Sah, P., 20 Feb 2025, (Acceptance date) Multilingual Matters.Research output: Book/Report › Book
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Beyond the Classroom: Investigating Learning and Motivation among EFL Undergraduate Students in Indonesia
Fani Prastikawati, E., Adeleke Adeoye, M., Curle, S. & Riwayatiningsih, R., 31 May 2025, In: Indonesian Journal on Learning and Advanced Education. 7, 2Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Expanding the Emotional Spectrum: Validating the Achievement Emotions Questionnaire for Multiple Emotions in Chinese EFL Learning
Zhao, Y., Curle, S. & Yang, L., 2 Jun 2025, In: Asian-Pacific Journal of Second and Foreign Language Education. 10, 17.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Exploring Bangladeshi English as a Foreign Language Learners’ Mindfulness and Engagement in the Online Learning Context
Khatami, M., Shayery, A. J., Behera, S. K., He, D., Coker, D. & Curle, S., 31 Mar 2025, In: Acta Psychologica. 253, 104750.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Harnessing English Medium Instruction and Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development Goals: Implications for Teacher Professional Development
Arslan, S. & Curle, S., 12 Mar 2025, Innovations in Educational Robotics: Advancing AI for Sustainable Development. New York, U. S. A.: IGI Global, p. 235-262 28 p.Research output: Chapter or section in a book/report/conference proceeding › Book chapter
Prizes
Activities
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Frontiers in Education (Journal)
Barjesteh, H. (Guest editor), Curle, S. (Guest editor) & He , D. (Guest editor)
9 Nov 2024 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Editorial activity
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Advancing English Medium Instruction Research: A Comprehensive Guide
Curle, S. (Author)
28 Nov 2024Activity: Media article or participation, blog › Blog
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Discover Sustainability (Journal)
Khan, A. J. (Guest editor), Iqbal, J. (Guest editor), Khan, S. (Guest editor) & Curle, S. (Guest editor)
30 Apr 2025 → 30 May 2026Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial roles › Editorial activity
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1ST ELeSVITAExpert's, Lectures', And Students' Virtual Talk"LANGUAGE LEARNING IN Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIIOT) ERA"
Curle, S. (Keynote speaker)
11 Feb 2025Activity: Academic conferences and events (excluding conference publications) › Keynote presentation or prestigious invited talk
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English Medium Instruction in Higher Education: Maximising student success
Curle, S. (Chair)
5 May 2025Activity: Public, Community and School Engagement › Public talk, lecture, debate, seminar, workshop