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Associate Professor Dr. Laleh Khojasteh
Associate Professor,
Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
Dr. Laleh Khojasteh pioneers AI-assisted writing in ESP, enhancing academic writing skills for medical students.
Detailed Bio
Dr. Laleh Khojasteh, an Associate Professor at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran, is a leader in English Language Teaching (ELT) for specific purposes. Specialising in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and AI-assisted writing, she develops innovative tools to improve academic writing among medical students. Her research, published in leading journals, informs technology-driven ELT methods. Dr. Khojasteh’s focus on integrating AI into language instruction supports educators in creating accessible, effective learning experiences, enhancing linguistic proficiency in specialised fields.Impact Story:
In 2022, Dr. Laleh Khojasteh’s AI writing tool was implemented at Shiraz University, supporting 1,000 medical students. Over a year, the tool improved research paper quality by 30%, per faculty reports. A student said, “Dr. Laleh’s tool made writing less daunting.” Her AI-driven approach has revolutionized ESP teaching, aligning with her mission to enhance academic literacy through technology.Achievements:
- Published research on AI in language teaching.
- Developed AI-assisted writing tools for ESP.
- Recognised for academic writing pedagogy.
- Presented at international ELT conferences.
- Contributed to ESP curriculum development.