Teaching ESL: Listening, Speaking & Pronunciation Skills

Dr. Dixon has developed teacher training and customized programs for groups from countries such as China, Korea, Japan, Iraq, Peru, and Mexico. He has also created language programs for major companies, including General Electric in Brazil, LG in Korea, and Toyota in Japan. Most recently, he served as the academic lead for a large-scale English teacher training initiative sponsored by the Mexican government, involving 500 participants. Currently, he is designing ASU's online TESOL certificate program on the Coursera platform. Additionally, Dr. Dixon has taught and managed an English program in Venezuela. He holds a doctorate in educational technology from Arizona State University and a master’s in English language planning and policy from Brigham Young University.

Dr. Justin Shewell holds a Ph.D. in Educational Technology from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree in TESOL from Brigham Young University. With over 15 years of experience teaching English across various countries and states in the U.S., he has made significant contributions to the field. Dr. Shewell has published numerous articles and book chapters focused on leveraging technology to enhance English teaching and boost teacher effectiveness. His research interests encompass the effective integration of technology in diverse curricular contexts, the use of video to improve both teacher and student performance, teaching pronunciation and vocabulary, and developing effective online instructional methods.

Jessica Cinco has nearly 20 years of experience in the ESL field, both internationally and in the United States. Currently serving as a Senior Global Educator at Arizona State University Global Launch, she enhances English language education through various initiatives, including designing online courses, hosting webinars, leading teacher training sessions, and teaching students both in-person and online. Jessica played a key role in developing ASU's award-winning TESOL certificate course on Coursera, "Teach English Now!" Before joining ASU in 2013, she taught at Southeast Missouri State University and Chosun University in South Korea. She holds a bachelor's degree in German and Communications from Truman State University and a master's degree in TESOL from Southeast Missouri State University. Her professional development interests focus on integrating the work of Dr. Brené Brown on empathy, vulnerability, and leadership, along with Dr. Marshall Rosenberg's Nonviolent Communication practices into her roles at Global Launch and ASU. Jessica has completed Brené Brown's "Dare To Lead" training and over 200 hours of Nonviolent Communication training.