Adriana González
Biographic Data
| ID | 6151642 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Adriana González |
| GIVEN NAMES | Adriana |
| FAMILY NAME | González |
| SIGNATURE | GONZALEZ A |
| AFFILIATIONS | Universidad de Antioquia |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-2261-8912 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 7 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 15 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 7 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2002 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 2 |
“Discovering World Englishes has lessened my burden in English language education”
The growth of World Englishes (WE) in Applied Linguistics has provided important contributions to English language education and teacher professional development. Critical frameworks in WE have raised awareness and inspired knowledge creation about linguistic diversity in contexts where local teachers have been marginalized for being non-native speakers of English. Contributing to the understanding of English use and English language education dy…
Sexual vulnerability of migrant women in the multicultural context of French Guiana
Background: French Guiana is a multicultural French territory in Amazonia with an old migration history and a high prevalence of HIV infection. The objective of this study was to evaluate situations of sexual vulnerability and their associated factors among migrant women in French Guiana. Methods: A cross-sectional epidemiological study was carried out in 2021 in the French Red Cross Prevention and Health Centers of the two main cities of French …
On Alternative and Additional Certifications in English Language Teaching
National policies for English-Spanish bilingualism require the availability of more and better prepared EFL teachers in Colombia. This paper critically analyzes the use of two international models of teacher development that play the role of alternative and additional certifications for ELT professionals in the country. Through the review of literature in the field, the author argues that the current promotion of the use of the In-Service Certifi…
Professional Development of EFL Teachers in Colombia
The professional development of EFL teachers represents a challenge for teachers, teacher educators and policy makers in the accomplishment of better standards in education. Literature reviews on the area reveal the need for new models of professional growth for Colombian teachers. Within the framework of “Colombia Bilingüe”, the Ministry of Education proposes a professional development model that aims to reach a signifi cant number of teachers. …
The Professional Development of Foreign Language Teacher Educators
The professional development of Colombian foreign language teacher educators faces many challenges that require individual and institutional actions as well as the participation of a community of teacher educators. This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study in which eighteen Colombian teacher educators describe their professional alternatives to achieve higher standards in their jobs. Data collection includes focus groups, in-depth in…
Who is Educating EFL Teachers
This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study designed to explore the professional needs of EFL teachers. Data collection techniques included focus groups, a questionnaire, and in-depth interviews. The results suggest that many EFL teachers may not experience the benefits of the professional options provided by institutions of higher education; less formal and structured training opportunities, such as professional conferences and publis…
What do EFL Teachers Seek in Professional Development Programs? Voices from Teachers
This article reports the findings of a qualitative study about the needs reported by EFL (English Foreign Language) teachers in their professional work, carried out in Medellín, Colombia. Two groups of public school teachers and two of private school teachers participated in the data collection. Focus group sessions and a questionnaire were used as data collection instruments. Results suggest that EFL teachers experience needs in three different …
Professional Development of EFL Teachers in Colombia
The professional development of EFL teachers represents a challenge for teachers, teacher educators and policy makers in the accomplishment of better standards in education. Literature reviews on the area reveal the need for new models of professional growth for Colombian teachers. Within the framework of “Colombia Bilingüe”, the Ministry of Education proposes a professional development model that aims to reach a signifi cant number of teachers. …
On Alternative and Additional Certifications in English Language Teaching
National policies for English-Spanish bilingualism require the availability of more and better prepared EFL teachers in Colombia. This paper critically analyzes the use of two international models of teacher development that play the role of alternative and additional certifications for ELT professionals in the country. Through the review of literature in the field, the author argues that the current promotion of the use of the In-Service Certifi…
Who is Educating EFL Teachers
This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study designed to explore the professional needs of EFL teachers. Data collection techniques included focus groups, a questionnaire, and in-depth interviews. The results suggest that many EFL teachers may not experience the benefits of the professional options provided by institutions of higher education; less formal and structured training opportunities, such as professional conferences and publis…
The Professional Development of Foreign Language Teacher Educators
The professional development of Colombian foreign language teacher educators faces many challenges that require individual and institutional actions as well as the participation of a community of teacher educators. This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study in which eighteen Colombian teacher educators describe their professional alternatives to achieve higher standards in their jobs. Data collection includes focus groups, in-depth in…
What do EFL Teachers Seek in Professional Development Programs? Voices from Teachers
This article reports the findings of a qualitative study about the needs reported by EFL (English Foreign Language) teachers in their professional work, carried out in Medellín, Colombia. Two groups of public school teachers and two of private school teachers participated in the data collection. Focus group sessions and a questionnaire were used as data collection instruments. Results suggest that EFL teachers experience needs in three different …
What do EFL Teachers Seek in Professional Development Programs? Voices from Teachers
This article reports the findings of a qualitative study about the needs reported by EFL (English Foreign Language) teachers in their professional work, carried out in Medellín, Colombia. Two groups of public school teachers and two of private school teachers participated in the data collection. Focus group sessions and a questionnaire were used as data collection instruments. Results suggest that EFL teachers experience needs in three different …
Who is Educating EFL Teachers
This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study designed to explore the professional needs of EFL teachers. Data collection techniques included focus groups, a questionnaire, and in-depth interviews. The results suggest that many EFL teachers may not experience the benefits of the professional options provided by institutions of higher education; less formal and structured training opportunities, such as professional conferences and publis…
The Professional Development of Foreign Language Teacher Educators
The professional development of Colombian foreign language teacher educators faces many challenges that require individual and institutional actions as well as the participation of a community of teacher educators. This paper reports the findings of a qualitative study in which eighteen Colombian teacher educators describe their professional alternatives to achieve higher standards in their jobs. Data collection includes focus groups, in-depth in…
Professional Development of EFL Teachers in Colombia
The professional development of EFL teachers represents a challenge for teachers, teacher educators and policy makers in the accomplishment of better standards in education. Literature reviews on the area reveal the need for new models of professional growth for Colombian teachers. Within the framework of “Colombia Bilingüe”, the Ministry of Education proposes a professional development model that aims to reach a signifi cant number of teachers. …
On Alternative and Additional Certifications in English Language Teaching
National policies for English-Spanish bilingualism require the availability of more and better prepared EFL teachers in Colombia. This paper critically analyzes the use of two international models of teacher development that play the role of alternative and additional certifications for ELT professionals in the country. Through the review of literature in the field, the author argues that the current promotion of the use of the In-Service Certifi…
Sexual vulnerability of migrant women in the multicultural context of French Guiana
Background: French Guiana is a multicultural French territory in Amazonia with an old migration history and a high prevalence of HIV infection. The objective of this study was to evaluate situations of sexual vulnerability and their associated factors among migrant women in French Guiana. Methods: A cross-sectional epidemiological study was carried out in 2021 in the French Red Cross Prevention and Health Centers of the two main cities of French …
“Discovering World Englishes has lessened my burden in English language education”
The growth of World Englishes (WE) in Applied Linguistics has provided important contributions to English language education and teacher professional development. Critical frameworks in WE have raised awareness and inspired knowledge creation about linguistic diversity in contexts where local teachers have been marginalized for being non-native speakers of English. Contributing to the understanding of English use and English language education dy…
Sociology (6 works) · Pedagogy (5 works) · Professional development (5 works) · Medicine (4 works) · Psychology (4 works) · Second Language Learning and Teaching (4 works) · EFL/ESL Teaching and Learning (3 works) · Faculty Development (3 works) · Focus group (3 works) · Literacy and Educational Practices (3 works)