Presentations
What
Five classroom presentations grouped according to the conference’s thematic areas
Where
Classrooms MA1, MA2, MA3, MA4, MA5 and MA6 – Former Music College, Piazza Lauro de Bosis, 6 (ground floor)
When
Friday 11 September 2026, from 15:00 to 16:45 (CEST)
Speakers must be present in the lecture theatre from the start of the session
| Topic area | Title | Author | University | Co-presenters | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Statistical profiling of domain-specific L2 upper-intermediate proficiency: a Skill Mastery Index (SMI) for task-based language assessment | Appolloni Remo | University of Rome Sapienza/University of Rome Foro Italico (IT) | MA1 | |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Valutazione e testing nei Centri Linguistici Universitari: l’esperienza dell’Università di Messina | D'Arrigo Marcella | University of Messina (IT) | MA1 | |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Developing Multilevel Assessment Rubrics for English Communication and Mediation | Riera i Grau Laura | Autonomous University of Barcelona - UAB (ES) | Ferrer Viader Glòria | MA1 |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | CertAcles digital powered by Cambridge: developed by universities and for universities | Sanmartín Vélez Juana | University of Murcia (ES) | Bradshaw David, Zabala Delgado Julia | MA1 |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Ensuring consistency in university language certification systems: Aligning examinations to the CEFR | Zabala Delgado Julia | University of Girona (ES) | Fischer Johann, Rouveyrol Laurent, Sanmartín Juana, Sawicka Barbara | MA1 |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | L’utilisation de ChatGPT pour la révision textuelle par les apprenants de français langue étrangère universitaires | Holmes Taegan | University Lumière Lyon 2 (FR) | MA2 | |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Placement as Pedagogy: Rethinking Diagnostic Assessment and Academic Writing in the Age of Generative AI | Romagnuolo Anna | University of Naples "L'Orientale" (IT) | De Cicco Flavia | MA2 |
| 1. Rethinking University Language Centres | Rethinking University Language Centres: Multimodal Learning Ecosystems and Language Across the Curriculum | Santini Laura | University of Genoa (ITA) | Storace Chiara, Varriale Salvatore, Rivelli Mariella | MA2 |
| 7. Creativity, Co-Intelligence, and Transversal Education | “Previously on…”: Applying Serial Narrative Elements to University Language Course Design | Schaefer Matthew | Sophia University Tokyo (JP) | MA2 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Collaborative Academic Writing to Enhance Engagement, Language Use, AI Literacy, and Feedback | Wilkinson Darrell | Tampere University (FI) | MA2 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | From Tandem to Meta-Tandem: Virtual Exchange and Collaborative Learning for Intercultural Competence in Higher Education | Calvo Martín Beatriz | Free University of Brussels (BE) | MA3 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Leaving the “Safe Zone” – From Self-Silencing to Self-Empowerment through Language Coaching for International Students and Researchers | Du Bois Inke | University of Bremen (DE) | Rodewald Christine | MA3 |
| 5. Global English | One language, many voices: English as a bridge across languages | Engelen Christine | University of Antwerp (BE) | Kunović Dora | MA3 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Cultivating Global Citizens through an Integrated Program of EAP, CLIL, EMI, and Study Abroad | Shiraishi Makiko | Kanagawa University | MA3 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Language centres as agents of inclusive internationalisation: lessons from an elective ESP module for study abroad | Sudhershan Aleksandra | Berlin University of Applied Sciences (DE) | MA3 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Tracing the source: Developing 21st-century skills in LSP through gamification | Dudova Marketa | Masaryk University Brno (CZ) | MA4 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Beyond the Classroom: Building Open-World RPGs with AI for Language Learning in University Language Centres | Giordano Michela | University of Cagliari (IT) | Buschettu Alberto | MA4 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Jeux de société et apprentissage collaboratif en centre de langues universitaire: une approche pragmatique pour l’enseignement du chinois langue étrangère | Hao Xiaoxia | Catholic University of Louvain (BE) | Zhu Longjie | MA4 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Immersive Gamification for LSP Acquisition: A Narrative-Driven Approach Using Digital Learning Environments | Mokhtarpour Mehran | University of Strasbourg (FR) | MA4 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | More Than a Game: Developing Intercultural Competence in an International Online Simulation | Pojslová Blanka | Masaryk University Brno (CZ) | MA4 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Introducing Inclusive Audiovisual Strategies for English L2 Acquisition in LSP learning: two case studies at the University of Ferrara | Di Francesco Valentina | University of Ferrara (IT) | Federici Eleonora | MA5 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Is group work really engaging? An analysis of student engagement in Italian Language online courses | Gasparini Alice | Ca' Foscari University of Venice (IT) | Korkealehto Kirsi (not attending) | MA5 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Establishing a Virtual Language Tandem programme within a European University Alliance: Design, Challenges, and Outcomes | Jeanneau Catherine | University of Limerick (IR) | Barmettler Anita | MA5 |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Inclusive language assessment and testing for dyslexic students: Promoting best practices in item writing | Pelleriti Margherita | University of Modena and Reggio (IT) | MA5 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | New collaborative, multilinguistic training pathways for language teachers and learners. | Zum Felde Christina Maria | University of Rome Tre (IT) | MA5 | |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | The CVCL as a hub for research on Artificial Intelligence for language testing | Cinganotto Letizia | University for Foreigners of Perugia (IT) | Rini Danilo (TBC), Battaglia Claudio (TBC), Scocozza Giovanna (TBC), Turchetta Barbara (TBC) | MA6 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Ruolo dei Centri Linguistici nella promozione del multilinguismo, dell’innovazione e dell’inclusione | Hoti Natalina | University Our Lady Of Good Counsel (AL) | MA6 | |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Autonomia e consulenza linguistica nel nuovo Centro per l’Autoapprendimento dell’Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | Sartirana Luisa | Catholic University of Sacro Cuore (IT) | Lo Presti Maria Vittoria (TBC) | MA6 |
| 11. Assessment and Testing | Garantire equità nei livelli iniziali: validità di costrutto e trasparenza nelle nuove scale A2 Certit | Vitale Giuseppina | University of Rome Tre (IT) | Edisson Cortés Velásquez Diego (TBC), Di Salvo Francesca, Fiasco Valeria (TBC) | MA6 |
| 12. Collaborative and Inclusive Learning | Extending Classroom Learning into Real-World Interaction through Peer-Mentored Small Groups | Haapala Johanna | Hanken School of Economics (FI) | Peltola Katja | MA6 |
Workshops
What
Five workshops grouped according to the conference’s thematic areas
Where
– Giulio Marinozzi Hall – Giardino del Cinghiale, Piazza Lauro de Bosis, 4
– Lab 1 CLA – University Language Centre, Former Music College, Piazza Lauro de Bosis, 6 (level -1)
When
Friday 11 September 2026, from 15:00 to 16:45 (CEST)
Speakers must be present in the lecture theatre from the start of the session
| Topic area | Title | Author | University | Co-presenters | Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8. Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP) and Teaching Methodologies | Teaching for tomorrow: how can ESP/EAP teachers foster sustainability skills? | McAnsh Susan | University of Oulu (FI) | Braidwood Eva, Beļicka Līga, Wilson Joseph | Sala Giulio Marinozzi |
| 1. Rethinking University Language Centres ; | Getting in shape for the future: some notes towards reinventing the Language Centre | Van Engen Jeroen | University of Groningen (NL) | Veenkamp Hans | Sala Giulio Marinozzi |
| 8. Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP) and Teaching Methodologies | Lessons Worth Engaging With: Creating a Learning Environment to Foster Human Interaction | Vogt Olivia | University of Lapland (FI) | Selin Maria (not attending) | Sala Giulio Marinozzi |
| 8. Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP) and Teaching Methodologies | Project-Based or Pain-Based Learning? Designing Accountability and Autonomy in ESP | Bączyńska Małgorzata | Poznan University of Technology (PL) | CLA Lab 1 | |
| 8. Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP) and Teaching Methodologies | Play, Speak, Connect: Improvisation for Language Learning and Communication Skills | Einiö Ruusa | LAB Univerisity of Applied Sciences, LUT University (FI) | Vihava Hanna | CLA Lab 1 |