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Jordan Carson

Lecturer

Department of Computer Science

Pronouns: She/They

Contact

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SEO 918

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About

I'm an educator with over 10 years of experience and a passion for working for social justice and learning about other cultures. I believe in making learning an enjoyable, safe, and accessible experience.

Selected Publications

“English for Academic Purposes: Writing for Success”
Co-authored with Trischa Duke and Sally Pallier
University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago IL

Education

M.A. University of Illinois at Chicago 2013
Applied Linguistics/TESOL

B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago 2011
Spanish
Specialization: Hispanic Studies (Spanish Literature & Linguistics)

Selected Presentations

“Support for LGBTQ+ International Students” | November 2020
Co-presented with Jordan Turner and Zeina Zaatari
2020-21 Faculty Engagement Series
University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago IL

“Musings: A Workshop in Human Connection and Non Judgment” | Summer 2019
Tutorium in Intensive English, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL

“Affective Pedagogy: Ensuring Academic Success in a Positive Classroom Environment” | February 2019
Illinois Teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages/Bilingual Education
Annual Convention

“‘But I’m Not ESL’: Understanding and Respecting Identities While Addressing the Unique Needs of University Pathway Students” | February 2019
Co-presented with Becky Bonarek, Jenna Buendia, Trischa Duke, and Steph Mielcarek
Illinois Teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages/Bilingual Education
Annual Convention

“Bridging the Gap to Comprehension: Virtual Reading Groups with Blackboard Collaborate Ultra and Google Hangouts” | February 2019
Co-presented with Trischa Duke and Steph Mielcarek
Illinois Teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages/Bilingual Education
Annual Convention