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Timothy Roberts is a Senior Lecturer in English Linguistics at the University of Gothenburg. His research primarily focuses on sociolinguistics, particularly the social dynamics of language within multilingual families. He utilizes a range of theoretical approaches including conversation analysis, assemblage theory, nexus analysis, and variationist sociolinguistics, alongside phenomenology. His interests lie in exploring the connections between language and family at various societal levels, including schools, community groups, workplaces, and government institutions. Roberts has led research investigating the micro-level social structures of families within the macro structures of wider society, which in turn affects language ideology and practice. He is also involved in projects that combine theoretical syntax with language acquisition, specifically regarding relative clauses in English. Additionally, he has contributed to multiple publications related to family language policy and language practices among Swedish-English families, making significant advancements in the field of applied sociolinguistics.
University of Gothenburg • Göteborg
Teaching a variety of courses related to linguistics and supervising student essays.
University of Southampton • Southampton
Engaged in teaching and research related to English linguistics.
Karlstad University • Karlstad
Focused on sociolinguistics and language studies.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).