LADRILS

Laboratorio su Acquisizione, Didattica e Ricerca in Inglese come Lingua Straniera
Research Laboratory on the Acquisition and Teaching of English as a Foreign Language

LADRILS promotes and conducts research, in collaboration with comparable national and international research centres, on the learning and acquisition of English as a first, second, or foreign language in both typical and atypical developmental contexts. The Lab has received the official patronage of the Italian Association of English Studies (AIA – Associazione Italiana di Anglistica).

The Laboratory aims to translate theoretical research into innovative teaching practices by developing and evaluating technology-enhanced pedagogies, teacher education initiatives, and teaching and learning materials. Subject to the establishment of formal agreements, LADRILS also provides consultancy services to educational institutions, research centres, public and private organisations, and companies working in the areas of language learning and teaching, education, and language policy.

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LADRILS seminar “Social Media Discourse and Language”

Join Prof. Elena Manca for the first LADRILS seminar, exploring social media discourse and language through current research and teaching perspectives. October 15 at 4 pm (Italian time).

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Aims

LADRILS conducts research and knowledge-transfer activities in the following areas:

  • English language acquisition and teaching across higher education, school, and informal learning settings;
  • the design and delivery of teacher education and professional development programmes in English language teaching, including the teaching of English-language literature and culture;
  • consultancy for educational institutions, organisations, and professionals on English language learning and acquisition in adult learners with typical and atypical developmental profiles.

Membership

LADRILS welcomes scholars working in English Studies and Applied Linguistics, both within the Department and in other departments of the University of Pisa, as well as academics and researchers from other disciplines whose research interests align with the group’s.

To join LADRILS, please send a request to the Laboratory Coordinator, Gloria Cappelli.

Research Collaborations and Consultancy

LADRILS establishes collaborations with other institutions, departments, and research centres to develop and carry out national and international projects. It also draws on the expertise and scientific advice of other organisations working in related research fields. In addition, LADRILS offers research-based consultancy to educational and research institutions and organisations on issues related to English language learning and teaching.

Members

LADRILS is coordinated by Gloria Cappelli. Its members are: