Dr. Nahielly Palacios

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nahielly Palacios is a Lecturer in Education at the University of Manchester, specializing in the intersection of language teaching and intercultural communication. With a background in EFL teaching in Mexico and extensive experience in reflective practice, she has contributed to the field through her research on the experiences of Mexican EFL teachers during professional sojourns in the UK. Palacios holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy with her thesis entitled 'Mexican EFL teachers narrating professional development sojourns in the UK.' Her work also involves facilitating reflective practice groups for postgraduate students and teaching core modules on language learning technology and reflective practices. Throughout her career, she has actively engaged with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing the role of education in achieving social responsibility and sustainability. Additionally, her educational qualifications include a Master's degree in TESOL from the University of Manchester and a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and Tourism. She is a recipient of the Making a Difference Award for Social Responsibility and has received several grants to support innovative teaching strategies. Her current research interests focus on narrative analysis and professional development within the field of TESOL.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2014-09-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, ENG, GB

Lecturer in Education specializing in reflective practice and intercultural education.

EFL Teacher

— Present

University of Salford • Salford, ENG, GB

Teaching English as a Foreign Language.

EFL Teacher

2007-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Ministry of Education, Mexico • Mexico

Taught English to secondary school students in Mexico.

Awards

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Making a Difference Award

2021-03-01
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SEED Teaching Innovation Fund

2023-11-02

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.