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Dr. Bin Zou received his PhD degree in TESOL and Computer Technology from the University of Bristol and his MA degree from the University of York, UK. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Computer-Assisted Language Learning and Teaching, published by IGI Global, USA. This journal has been indexed by ESCI, Scopus, etc. Dr. Zou’s research interests include Applied Linguistics, ELT, EAP, CALL, mobile learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Corpus. He has given presentations at international conferences including AILA, IATEFL, BAAL, BALEAP, EUROCALL, WorldCALL, GloCALL, IALLT, etc. He was in Practitioner Plenary Panel at 2019 BALEAP Conference in Leeds, UK. He was the editor or co-editor of several books including Innovation in Language Learning and Teaching: The Case of China (with Professors Hayo Reinders and David Nunan), published by Palgrave Macmillan, UK. He has published a number of papers in journals including SSCI and CSSCI journals as well as chapter books. He has also been involved in reviewing papers for SSCI Journals of Computer-assisted language learning, Computer-Assisted Learning, Language Learning and Technology, System and Language Learning Journal. One of his papers in AI published by Palgrave Macmillan, UK was selected in Research Highlights from China collection in 2020 by Springer and Macmillan Publishers.He was a senior tutor/associate professor at the English Language Centre and had taught EAP for more than 10 years. He has given keynote presentations at national EAP teacher training workshops in Beijing, Shanghai and Suzhou and symposiums in China and the UK. He has trained more than 1,000 EAP teachers since 2014. He has also been invited to give talks on EAP, CALL or AI at Nanjing University, Wuhan University, Sun Yat-sen University, Shandong University, Shanghai University of Finance Economics, Macau University and the University of Southampton, etc. He is currently teaching MA TESOL course and supervising MA and PhD students at the Department of Applied Linguistics. He was an external examiner for a PhD candidates viva at the University of British Columbia, Canada. He is a fellow of UK Higher Education Academy, executive committee member of China Computer-Assisted Language Learning Association and a committee member of China ESP Association and China Education Technology for Foreign Language Association.
Research interests
EAP, CALL, ELT, AI, Corpus
Experience
Associate Professor, Department of Applied Linguistics, XJTLU
English Tutor D/Senior Tutor, English Language Centre, Xian Jiaotong Liverpool University - August 2008 to August 2019
Teaching
MA TESOL programme: LNG401:Linguistics to Language Teachers; LNG402: Language Testing and Assessment; LNG403:Methods for ELT; LNG410: ESP
EAP for Business, Sicence, Architechture, Computer Science, EEE, Industry Design
Awards and honours
09/2023: 2022-2023 Suzhou Excellent Teacher (苏州市优秀教师), Suzhou Department of Education
4/2023: 2022-2023 School All-Round Academic Excellence Award, School of Humanity and Social Science (HSS), XJTLU
12/2022: Third prize of the 16th Suzhou Outstanding Achievement Award of Philosophical and Social Sciences 苏州市第十六届哲学社会科学优秀成果奖
12/2021: Innovative Works prize in 2021 “Linghang Cup”Jiangsu Multimedia Educational Software Competition
Nov 2021: XJTLU Honoured Contributors of AY2020/21
获2021年中央电化教育馆《中国电化教育》杂志社“人工智能+教育”论文征集活动创新论文奖Innovation Award of 2021 Artificial intelligence + Education academic paper competition of China Education Technology Journal, China National Education Technology Institute
获2021年度中国英汉语比较研究会专门用途英语专业委员会年会优秀论文评选一等奖First award at the 2021 China ESP Association Annual paper competition
*Zou, B, Liviero, S. Hao, M. Wei, C. (2020) Artificial Intelligence Technology for EAP Speaking Skills: Student Perceptions of Opportunities and Challenges. In M. Freiermuth N.Zarrinabadi (eds), Technology and the Psychology of Second Language Learners and Users. (pp. 433-463). London: Palgrave Macmillan (This chapter has been selected in the Research Highlights from China collection, from across BMC, Nature Portfolio, Palgrave Macmillan and Springer which highlights the recent influential publications by Chinese researchers in 2020).
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, University of Bristol, UK
MA , University of York, UK
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Development and application of AI in English Oral Textbook 教育部产学合作协同育人项目(230902427273420)
1/04/24 → 31/03/25
Project: Governmental Research Project
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TDF: Using Artificial Intelligence technology to practice spontaneous speech: EAP learners’ perceptions of effectiveness and challenges
31/05/23 → 31/05/25
Project: Internal Research Project
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An exploratory study of using an artificial intelligence speech evaluation system for English speaking practice
Zou, B., Wei, R., Sun, Q., Huang, L., Zhao, K., Yang, G. & Zhang, J.
1/09/22 → 31/08/25
Project: Internal Research Project
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The research and development of the multi-dimensional automated Chinese speech grading mobile application
Wu, Y., Shen, X., Zou, B., Lin, Y., Gao, S. & Hui, Y.
1/12/20 → 29/12/24
Project: Governmental Research Project
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A Comparative Study of Chinese EFL Teachers' Teaching Efficacy in the Online Teaching Mode
Zhao, F., Zou, B. & Wang, C., 28 Apr 2024, Engaging Higher Education Teachers and Students With Transnational Leadership. Richard Morris, G. & Kozuch, S. (eds.). IGI Global, p. 204-223 20 p.Research output: Chapter in Book or Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter › peer-review
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Digital game-based learning’s effectiveness on EFL learners’ receptive and productive vocabulary knowledge
Jia, W., Zhang, L., Pack, A., Guan, Y. & Zou, B., 1 Apr 2024, In: Language, Learning and Technology. 28, 1, p. 1-21Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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English for Academic Purposes in the EMI Context in Asia: XJTLU Impact
Zou, B. (ed.) & Mahy, T. (ed.), 11 Sept 2024, Cham, Switzerland: Palgrave Macmillan. 348 p.Research output: Book/Report/Edited volume › Edited volume › peer-review
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English speaking with artificial intelligence (AI): The roles of enjoyment, willingness to communicate with AI, and innovativeness
Huang, F. & Zou, B., May 2024, In: Computers in Human Behavior. 159, 108355.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Exploring artificial intelligence technology for enhancing EAP learners’ speaking skills: A case study of EAP Talk
He, H., Zou, B. & Du, Y., Jun 2024, (Submitted) In: Computer Assisted Language Learning.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Opportunities and innovations in AI for EFL teachers. Invited talks at Teacher Training Workshop in using AI at Shanghai Shanghai Foreign Education Press
Bin Zou (Speaker)
3 Jun 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Conversation with Generative AI-driven chatbots for developing Chinese EFL learners’ speaking skills
Xinyi Chen (Supervisor), Bin Zou (Supervisor), Lulu Huang (Supervisor) & Chenyue Zhu (Supervisor)
Jun 2024 → Aug 2024Activity: Supervision › Completed SURF Project
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The current development of AI in foreign language teaching. Invited talk at Shanghai University
Bin Zou (Speaker)
7 May 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Publishing computer-assisted language learning in SSCI Journals. Invited talk at Shanghai Jiaotong University
Bin Zou (Speaker)
22 Mar 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Invited talk
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Using Artificial Intelligence Platforms for EFL learners to practice speaking skills
Bin Zou (Keynote speaker)
12 Nov 2023Activity: Talk or presentation › Presentation at conference/workshop/seminar
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