Elena
Barrett
applied linguist
About Me
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I'm a language expert with a BA in English language and literature and an MA in applied linguistics with a specialization in discourse studies. I am passionate about the intersection of language and society, interaction, and critical culture studies.
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I'm also a writer and blogger: be sure to check out my blog about my life as an immigrant in Finland (featured on ExpatFocus!), and my forthcoming book, Culture Smart! Finland.
Work Experience
2014 - 2018
I taught English for 4 years at Etelä-Karjalan IB lukio. The curriculum included sociolinguistics and literature.
2012 - 2014
I taught English conversation and advanced language skills to adult learners at Etelä-Karjalan kansalaisopisto.
2011 - 2013
I studied Finnish intensively at Etelä-Karjalan kansalaisopisto and kesäyliopisto. I am now fluent in Finnish and have a good working proficiency.
Education
2019 / MAY
University of Jyväskylä
I studied applied linguistics with an emphasis in discourse studies and conversation analysis.
2011 / MAY
Central Connecticut State University
I studied English language and literature with an emphasis in 20th century American literature
