Introduction

I am an applied linguist in the area of second language acquisition (SLA) with a background in computational linguistics and programming.   My work focuses on how people learn languages and the extent to which natural language processing tools and techniques can facilitate more effective learning.   For the past ten years, I have been drawn to the notion that open, independent learner models can empower rich data visualization, effective formative assessment and individualized learning pathways.

This blog has initially been setup to broadcast ideas and discoveries on learning analytics for the edX course:

Data, Analytics, and Learning