Research & Academic Projects
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My academic work in TESOL has strengthened my interest in second language acquisition, language pedagogy, materials design, and teacher support. This section highlights selected academic and professional projects that reflect my engagement with research-informed practice. I am particularly interested in work that connects theory with classroom application, curriculum design, and teacher development.
Research
Efficiency, Quality, User Experience, & Training Needs in AI-assisted Vocabulary Test Bank Creation
Type: Research
Focus: University Graduate Students
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Presenters: Joyce Tan, Shantona Mir, Akira Nagahama, Ginny Tien Le, WenXuan Wan, Vidya Irene Purushottam
The Effects of Speaking with ChatGPT on Self-Perceived Communicative Competence Across Proficiency Levels
Type: Research
Focus: BYU ELC Students
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Presenters: Rachel Larsen, Rachel Bowden, Bryn Stewart, Heidi Sanders, Sydney, Vidya Irene Purushottam