Teaching

Throughout the years I have taught modules across three main disciplines: linguistics, translation and intercultural studies. In the current academic year at the University of Leeds I convene four different modules - see the list below. These are the main modules I look after, although I teach in many more (see end of the page for a complete list). 

If you have any specific questions about course topics, please get in touch.

LING2421/LING3421: Multilingualism in Society (BA Module)

Semester 1

This module addresses the complex nature of multilingualism, exploring why languages influence and shape each other across social, cultural, and geographic contexts. We consider the diverse factors that foster multilingualism, looking at how languages converge in shared spaces, and the role of the multilingual mind in these processes. The emphasis will be on sociolinguistic aspects of multilingualism and language contact, interrogated through examples from worldwide multilingual realities. Overall, the module aims to reveal the rich and sometimes fragile ecosystem of linguistic diversity within multilingual societies 

LING5005M: Languages in Contact (MA module)

Semester 1

This module enhances students' understanding of languages in contact. The emphasis in this module will be on sociolinguistic aspects of language contact, interrogated through examples from worldwide multilingual realities. We cover the three main branches of contact linguistics, in particular concerning: (1) how languages influence each other from a linguistic perspective, (2) how multilingual speakers experience multiple languages and (3) the role of multilingualism in society.

MODL1090: Intercultural Competence: Theory and Application (Business & Language BA Module)

Semester 2

The module develops students’ intercultural competence by exploring the role of languages and cultures in business and beyond. It shows how an enhanced awareness of cultural specificities helps individuals and groups to navigate the complexity of society. In particular, students will develop a nuanced appreciation of what cultural diversity entails, how it affects the ways in which we perceive others as well as how we carry out tasks in business.

LING2410/LING3290: Language Change (BA module)

Semester 2

This module introduces students to the study of language change. All languages undergo constant change over time, and they do not do so randomly; moreover, they do so in ways that do not hinder communication between language users of different ages. This module provides insights into how this works. It outlines the most frequently observed linguistic changes over time and discusses theories of why these changes occur and others do not. It covers changes in the meanings use of words and phrases, changes in pronunciation, and a range of grammatical changes in a wide range of languages. It focuses on language-internal factors driving these changes, as opposed to factors such as language contact, and shows that most language change happens because of some fundamental properties of human language; because of recurrent patterns of language use in everyday communication; and because of how languages are passed on from generation to generation. Students are expected to have been introduced to linguistics on a Level 1 module in linguistics or English language before enrolling on this module.

Dissertation supervision:

All year round

I am involved in the supervision of dissertations across different degree levels in linguistics and intercultural studies. Throughout the years I have supervised projects across various themes and disciplines, mainly historical linguistics, contact linguistics, translation and CDA.  If you are interested in being supervised by me, please get in touch.

A list of all the modules I have taught or been part of throughout the years: