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Diplomas / Degrees

Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania, with distinction (2004)
M.S. Ed., University of Pennsylvania (1996)
B. A., Bryn Mawr College (1986)

Recent Courses

Independent Study Content-Based Esl Instruction
Master'S Seminar In Tesol
Master'S Seminar In Tesol: Action Research
Sociolinguistic Perspectives In Adolescence Education
Tesol 1: Developing Literacy And Language Arts Skills In The E S L Classroom
Tesol II: Developing Literacy & Technology Skills In The Content Areas
Tesol II: Developing Literacy & Technology Skills In The Esl Classroom

Personal Statement

I seek to challenge and support students to interrogate second language acquisition research, their own experiences as learners, and their often deeply held notions of teaching and learning. My goal is to create a community of learners who draw on intellectual curiosity and a passion for learning as they wrestle with new ideas.

Teaching Specializations / Interests

Sociolinguistics, ESL methodology, content-based instruction, and second language acquisition.

Research Interests

Gendered second language socialization, participatory curriculum development, and health literacy for English language learners.

Grants / Sponsored Research

Corporation for National and Community Service. This grant provided $1.2 million over a 3-year period to engage students in 18 colleges and universities in service learning. Students provided ESL and naturalization tutoring for older immigrants and refugees.

MetLife Foundation. This grant provided $600,000 over 4 years to conduct research, develop health literacy curriculum, and engage health profession students in service to immigrants.

Book Chapters

Gordon, D., Santos, M., & Weinstein, G. (2010). Reaching across Languages, Cultures and Disciplines in Service to Older Immigrants. In A. Pelham & E. Sills (Eds.). Promoting Health and Wellness in Underserved Communities: Multidisciplinary Perspectives Through Service Learning. (pp. ).

Recent Articles

Gordon, D. (2009, 8). “She’s American Now, I Don’t Like That”: Gendered Language Ideologies in a Laotian American Community. Journal of Southeast Asian American Education & Advancement, 4

Gordon, D. (2009, 4). Cultural Competency through Service Learning. Academic Exchange Quarterly, 13, 1

Gordon, D. (2008, 1). Gendered Second Language Socialization. Encyclopedia of Language and Education, 2nd ed., Volume 8, 231-243.

Weinstein, G., Gordon, D., King, J., and Santos, M. (2007, 8). TESOL Partnerships in Health Literacy. TESOL AIES, 5.

Gordon, D. (2004, 10). "I'm Tired. You clean and cook": Shifting gender identities and second language socialization. TESOL Quarterly, 38.

Invited Presentations and Lectures

Gordon, D. (06 August 2008). Reflection Activities for Experiential and Service-Learning Courses. Arcadia University, Philadelphia, PA.

Gordon, D. (16 May 2008). Immigrant Health Literacy: Reaching Across Language and Culture. University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Gordon, D (01 November 2007). Engaging Immigrant Youth and Older Adults: Intergenerational and Intercultural Programs. Stony Brook University.

Conference Presentations and Papers

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Gordon, D. & Schwinge, D. (28 May 2009). Action Research in Teacher Preparation: Scaffolding Reflective Practitioners. Preparing Language Teachers for the 21st Century, Washington, DC.

Weinstein, G., Gordon, D., & King, J (05 February 2009). ESL Partnerships for Immigrant Wellness: Advancing the Field. TESOL Convention, Denver, CO.

King, J., Weinstein,G., Gordon, D., & Santos, M. (04 April 2008). Healthy Collaborations: Partnerships for Immigrant Wellness. TESOL Convention, New York City.

Weinstein, G., Gordon, D., King, J., & Santos, M. (21 March 2007). TESOL Partnerships in Health Literacy. TESOL Convention, Seattle, WA.

Gordon, D. (16 November 2006). "It bothers your mind, cannot study nothing": Laotian refugees, trauma, and language learning. American Anthropological Association, San Jose, CA.

Other Scholarly / Artistic Work

Yoshida, H. and Gordon, D. (2008) Community Treasures: Contributions of Older Immigrants and Refugees. MetLife Foundation Report.

Gordon, D. & Yoshida, H. (2006) Patient Listening: Health communication needs of older immigrants. MetLife Foundation Report.

Honors and Accomplishments

U.S. Department of Education Foreign Language Area Studies Fellow for Lao language study at Southeast Asian Summer Studies Institute.

Title VII Bilingual Education Graduate Fellow.

Professional Activities

Reviewer, Fulbright Screening Committee, English Teaching Assistantships in Europe.
Member, American Anthropological Association, Council on Anthropology and Education.
Member, American Association of Applied Linguistics.
Member, Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages.