Dr. Senta Goertler

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Biography

Senta Goertler is a Professor of German Language Studies at Michigan State University, specializing in Language Acquisition and Technology-Mediated Language Learning. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Arizona, Tucson, in 2006. Dr. Goertler’s research encompasses areas such as computer-mediated communication and online education, coupled with co-curricular language learning strategies involving education abroad and service learning initiatives. Additionally, she has contributed as a co-editor for Language Research Practice and is a Fellow of the Big Ten Academic Alliance Academic Leadership Program. Her instructional focus includes courses on language acquisition and language pedagogy. With a strong background in program administration, Senta Goertler emphasizes diverse delivery formats for language learning, including online, hybrid, and face-to-face modalities. Her leadership and innovation in teaching have earned her recognition, including accolades from the College of Arts & Letters at Michigan State University for her outstanding achievements in leadership and community engagement.

Research Interests

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology