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Personal profile
I am the Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Linguistics, School of Humanities and Social Sciences. I hold a PhD in Second Language Education at Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge. I have supervised undergraduates for the course Language, Communication and Literacy at the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge. I have also worked as the course facilitaor for MPhil in Research in Second Language Education at the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge. My research interests include mobile-assisted langauge learning (MALL), computer-assisted language learning (CALL) and AI-assisted language learning with a focus on second language acquisition. My research mainly employs mixed-methods, and I'm also interested in self-directed learning to help language learners build a life-long learning journey.
Prospective PhD inquiries are welcome with your research proposal and CV. Applicants with CS/Enginerring background will be preferred.
Research interests
Mobile-assisted language learning
Second language acquisition
AI-assisted langauge learning
Vocabualry acquisition
Computer-assisted language learning
Self-directed learning
Teaching
LNG 301 Analysing Text
LNG 410 English for Specific Purposes
LNG 303 Final Year Project
LNG002 Introduction to English Studies
Experience
Assistant Professor, Department of Applied Linguistics, XJTLU - 2024 to present
Course Facilitator, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge- 2024
Undergraduate Supervisor, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge- 2021 to 2023
Communication Officer, Cambridge Education Research e-Journal, Univeristy of Cambridge, 2019 to 2020
Education/Academic qualification
PhD, PhD in Second Language Education, University of Cambridge
Master, MPhil in Research in Second Language Education, University of Cambridge
Research areas
- Computer-assisted language learning
- AI-assisted language learning
- Second language acquisition
- TESOL
- L2 Writing
- Vocabulary
Person Types
- Staff
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Writing through chatting: Developing AI literacy with GenAI chatbots
Li, C. (PI)
1/07/25 → 30/06/27
Project: Internal Research Project
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AI-assisted writing feedback and skills development
Li, C. (PI)
Project: Governmental Research Project
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EASE: Redesigning LNG406 Research Methods for responsible and critical applied linguistics research inquiry in the AI era
Wei, D. (PI) & Li, C. (Team member)
4/05/26 → 10/07/26
Project: Internal Research Project
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EASE: Towards a university-wide framework for AI-enhanced FYP research skills and literacy through a discipline-specific Co-Pilot AI research assistant
Li, C. (PI), Sun, Q. (CoI), Dai, Y. (CoI), Wei, D. (CoI), Wang, Y. (Team member), Wu, Y. (Team member) & Zhang, R. (Team member)
4/05/26 → 10/07/26
Project: Internal Research Project
Research output
- 6 Article
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Exploring EFL learners’ vocabulary learning in longitudinal mobile-assisted context
Li, C. & Pérez-Paredes, P., 2026, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of China Computer-Assisted Language Learning.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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From structured tasks to learner-directed practice: A longitudinal mixed-methods study of speaking development and self-regulated learning in AI-supported L2 speaking
Li, Z. & Li, C., 2026, (Submitted) In: System.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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K-12 teachers’ Intelligent-TPACK in urban and rural contexts: Understanding the AI divide in AI-enhanced rural education in China
Li, C., Li, Z. & Wang, C., 2026, (Submitted) In: European Journal of Education.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Writing through chatting: Integrating visualisation with IS success model and TAM through a self-developed writing chatbot
Li, C., Purwanto, E., Wang, C., Zou, B., Gong, R. & Jiang, G., 2026, (Submitted) In: Journal of Computer Assisted Learning.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Enhancing EFL Writing with Visualised GenAI Feedback: A Cognitive Affective Theory of Learning Perspective on Revision Quality, Emotional Response, and Human-Computer Interaction
Zou, B., Wang, C., He, H., Li, C., Purwanto, E. & Wang, P., Aug 2025, In: Learning and Motivation. 91, 102158, 102158.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access29 Citations (Scopus)
Activities
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System (Journal)
Li, C. (Reviewer)
3 Aug 2026 → 3 Dec 2026Activity: Peer-review and editorial work of publications › Publication Peer-review
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Developing EFL learners’ intercultural competence through AI-enhanced project-based tasks: Effects of culturally responsive teaching (CRT)
Li, C. (Supervisor)
Jun 2026 → Aug 2026Activity: Supervision › Completed SURF Project
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Education Sciences (Journal)
Li, C. (Reviewer)
20 May 2026Activity: Peer-review and editorial work of publications › Editorial work
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Journal of Computer Assisted Learning (Journal)
Li, C. (Reviewer)
3 Mar 2026Activity: Peer-review and editorial work of publications › Editorial work
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An investigation on how generative AI-based learning and teaching influences students’ self-efficacy in English speaking
Li, C. (Co-supervisor) & Zou, B. (Supervisor)
2026 → 2030Activity: Supervision › PhD Supervision