Krisztina Domjan Professorial Lecturer Global and Immersive Studies
- Degrees
- PhD, English Language and Intercultural Communication, 2013
Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, United Kingdom
M.A., European Languages and Intercultural Studies, 2003
Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, United Kingdom
B.A., Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), 1999
Kodolányi János University College, Szekesfehervar, Hungary - Favorite Spot on Campus
- SVB
- Favorite Place in Washington DC
- The National Mall
- Book Currently Reading
- The Spiral of Silence, Noelle-Neuman; The Righteous Mind, Haidt; Apu Azert Iszik, Mert Te Sirsz! Puzser; Facing Reality, Murray; Woke Racism, McWorther; Digital for Good, Culatta
- Bio
- Krisztina is a progressive and compassionate educator with experience in a range of educational settings: higher, adult, and secondary education of civilian and military learners. She has taught Intercultural Studies, Research Writing, Composition and Discussion courses in Hungary, in England, in Germany (military base) and in the USA. She is an advocate of lifelong learning, professional development, innovative teaching practices, continuous fieldwork and qualitative research in education for the enhancement of the learning experience, inclusion and student retention. She shares innovative and stimulating ideas and professional development resources with colleagues and in professional learning circles. She has experience teaching in-person and online courses.
- For the Media
- To request an interview for a news story, call AU Communications at 202-885-5950 or submit a request.
Teaching
Fall 2022
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CORE-105 Complex Problems Seminar: iGen Reboot
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CORE-105 Complex Problems Seminar: iGen Reboot
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OGIS-130 Intercultural Understanding
Spring 2023
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ELTA-081 Intro to Grad Academic Writing
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OGIS-130 Intercultural Understanding
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OGIS-130 Intercultural Understanding
Partnerships & Affiliations
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WATESOL
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ISTE
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TESOL
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HxA Heterodox Academy
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Scholarly, Creative & Professional Activities
Professional Presentations
- 2022 May, American University CTRL May Workshops: Moving Past Silos: Antiracism, Equity, and Communities of Practice - Panel Discussion and Workshop
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2022 March, International TESOL Conference: ID 177: The Significance of Information Literacy and Transparency in Class Discussions
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2022 January Ann Ferren Conference at American University, College Students Scrolling and Strolling through Digital Spaces, Panel Discussion Chair
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2021 October WATESOL Higher Ed SIG session: International Students Attaining Cultural Competence in Higher Ed
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2021 August - American University CTRL August Workshops: Teaching Inclusively in the Hybrid Learning Modality: on Campus, in Person with Technology
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2021 May - American University CTRL May Workshops: Critical Conversations with the Inclusive Pedagogy (IP) Fellows
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2021 March - April American University CTRL IP Fellows FLC: The 7 Terms and Conditions of a Robust Learning-Centered Community
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2021 February - April WATESOL Higher Ed PLC: The 7 Terms and Conditions of a Robust Learning-Centered Community
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2021 February Greenberg Seminar (American University Greenberg Year 2 Students) Creating a Research Agenda, Publishing and Presenting at Academic Conferences
- 2021 January, Ann Ferren Conference at American University. Rebooting Online Learning Communities: the 7 Terms and Conditions of Effective Digital Participation and Equitable Class Discussions = Active Learning
- 2020 Nov29-Dec 05 ISTE:
- Poster: Bringing Transparency to the Classroom: Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment
- Ignite-talk: Equity Action Forum (panel presenter), Higher Education Transparency and Inclusive Pedagogy
- 2020 Sept 14, American University, Senate FacCDEI Campus Dialogues: Working with International Students, panelist
- 2020 Aug 12, American University, August Workshop: Seeing Diversity-Equity-Inclusion in a New Light
- 2020 June 12, Inclusivity in the Classroom for Georgia Southern’s Curriculum Studies Summer Collaborative, panelist
- 2020, June 5 Annual Shorelight Virtual TESOL Conference, Building Learner Competence through Inclusive Synchronous and Asynchronous Discussions
- 2020 April Professional Development for the ELTA Department at American University: Synchronous and Asynchronous Academic Online Discussions
- 2020 February 29, WATESOL Spring Mini-Conference Bringing Transparency to the Classroom: Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment
- 2020 January 10, Ann Ferren Conference at American University, Bridging Across Cultures and Making New Discoveries in an Inclusive Learning Environment
- 2019 Oct 05, WATESOL Fall 2019 Conference Poster Presentation Creating Transparency in the Classroom with Online Tools
- 2019 Oct 02, Intensive English Program Directors National Summit, Shorelight Education, Washington DC. Creating a Transparent and Inclusive Learning Environment with Digital Tools
- 2019 April Professional Development Workshop for the ELTA Department at American University: Source Integration Techniques
- 2019 April 17, Chalk Talk, at CTRL American University, Bringing Transparency to the Classroom in an Interactive Learning Environment
- 2018 AU Annual Report - Lead in Academics, Teaching and Experiential Learning
- 2018 August 16, Teaching, Research, and Technology Workshops at CTRL American University, Engaging the Reluctant Learner: Facilitating Growth with Google Tools
- 2018 June, Universal Language
- 2018 April, VCCS New Horizons Conference - Student Success, 2018. Engaging the Reluctant or Uncertain Learner: Facilitating Growth with Interactive Google Tools
- 2018 January, Ann Ferren Conference, American University. Panel Discussion Participant Tips and Tricks for Googling Your Way to a Learner-Centered Classroom
- 2017 April CLLC at Virginia International University: Next Generation Learning with Google Drive
- 2017 March: VCCS English, History, & Related Humanities Peer Group ConferenceNewest Technology in Classroom or Online: Tips and Tricks on Creating a Learner-driven Environment
- 2017 January 03 & 14: PUP at NVCC, Annandale: Next Generation Learning with Google Drive: Tips and Tricks on Creating a Learner Driven Environment with Google Drive
- 2015 October: VCCS Distance Education Peer Group Conference (Session: “Engaging ELLs and Building Student Confidence in Oral and Written Communication: Effective Uses of Web 2.0 Tools”)
- 2015 October: ACLI Faculty Appreciation Day (Session: “Engaging ELLs and Building Student Confidence in Oral and Written Communication: Effective Uses of Web 2.0 Tools”)
- 2012 October, WATESOL Fall Conference (SIG Session: “Addressing the Absence of First/Heritage Language Support and the Promotion of Multicultural Growth among Immigrant Students in the Secondary School Environment”) published in the newsletter
- 2012 April, WVTESOL Spring Conference (Session: “Addressing the Absence of First/Heritage Language Support and the Promotion of Multicultural Growth among Immigrant Students in the Secondary School Environment”)
Research Interests
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion - Inclusive Teaching Practices
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Transparency in Higher Education
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Academic Class Discussions
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Digital Citizenship Skills Competencies
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Intercultural Communication Competencies
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Cultural and Digital-Social Media Identities
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Culturally Responsive Pedagogy
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Written and Oral Communication Skills
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Information Literacy Skills
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Teaching Generation Z
Honors, Awards, and Fellowships
CTRL's 2021-2022 Milton and Sonia Greenberg Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Award 2022 May at American University
Inclusive Pedagogy Fellow in the Faculty Fellows Program AY 2019/2021, The Center for Teaching, Research and Learning (CTRL) at American University
Jack Child Teaching with Technology Award, 2018 April, American University
New Horizons Excellence in Education Award Finalist: Innovative Teaching and Learning (Providing Equal Opportunities for Traditional and Next Generation Learners: A Learning Environment Supported by Basic Interactive Tools), 2018 April, Virginia Community College System
Outstanding Service to the College Award, October 2016, NVCC Annandale Campus
Work In Progress
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Chapter: The Significance of Information Literacy and Transparency in Academic Class Discussions [forthcoming: 2023] Chapter accepted in the volume ‘Creating Global Citizens through High Impact Practices in Education’. This volume is part of the series titled Innovations in Higher Education Teaching and Learning (IHETL) by Emerald Group Publishing.
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Essay: Laying the Foundation of Clarity, Creativity, and Consistency in Higher Ed Courses [2021] WATESOL Newsletter; and The Beat - CTRL Blog
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Journal Article: Finding the Boundaries of Using Automated Corrective Feedback Programs as Learning and Teaching Assets (April 2022 - Research in progress)
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Essay: The Cyclical Nature of the Hungarian State Media: From the Truth to Power to the Tool of Power (March 2022 - Research in progress)
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Journal Article: Defending Cultural Identity Rhizomes from Social and Mass Media: The Damaged Roots and Shoots of Digital Citizens (December 2021- Research in progress)