On this episode our guest is Lana F. Zeaiter is a PhD candidate in Educational Studies at McGill University. Her research interests revolve around plurilingualism, language pedagogy, teacher education, and learners' identities. Lana's current doctoral research focuses on the integration of technology-mediated plurilingual pedagogy into language teacher training programs. Her work aims to develop sustainable teaching practices and promote plurilingualism.
With extensive teaching experience in Lebanon, the United Arab Emirates, and Canada, Lana has gained valuable insights into diverse educational contexts. These experiences have shaped her understanding of the challenges and opportunities in language education. Currently, she is a lecturer in the B.Ed. TESL program at McGill University and the B.Ed. TESL and FSL programs at Université du Québec à Montréal (UQÀM).
Lana's dedication to academic excellence is evident through her numerous publications, active participation in conferences, and involvement in service roles. Notably, she serves as a member of the organizing team of the GradTalks at DISE and as a social media strategist for ACLA/CAAL. Follow Lana's work on Twitter (X) @ZeaiterLana9