Dr. Kent Lee

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kent K. Lee is an educator with extensive experience in diverse contexts, including K-12 and adult education. He holds permanent teaching certifications from Alberta Education and TESL Canada Federation as a professional standard teacher-educator. Kent teaches undergraduate and graduate-level courses related to Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) and is actively involved in the local TESL community, volunteering on boards and committees while participating in professional learning development events alongside TESL practitioners. His research focuses on various complex topics within the field, employing diverse methodologies to tackle practical issues in TESL. Kent’s research interests include language reading, academic language instruction, literacy for learners with interrupted formal education, self-regulated learning, and technology-enhanced language learning. Through his scholarly work, he contributes to the ongoing development of TESL and is committed to enhancing the educational experiences of learners and educators alike.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada

Instructor in Educational Psychology, Graduate Coordinator in the Faculty of Education

Courses

Supporting English Language Learners in Elementary Classrooms Curriculum Teaching for Secondary School ESL Minors Introduction to Teaching of English Language Methodology of Teaching of English Language to Adults Teaching English Language (TESL) Supervised Practicum Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) Settlement Adjustment Issues for ESL Immigrants in Canada

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management