Radjabzade Saida

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Education Information

• 2006 - 2010 Bachelor of Arts in English Philology

  Bukhara State University, Bukhara, Uzbekistan

• 2012 - 2014 Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics

  Montclair State University, New Jersey, USA

• 2013 - 2014 Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Certificate

  Montclair State University, New Jersey, USA

Dissertation

• Second Language Acquisition, Language Assessment, English Medium Instruction, Sociolinguistics and Psycholinguistics.

• Makovskaya, L. and Radjabzade, S., 2022. Source use by EFL undergraduate students: Challenges and success in process-based writing. Language Related Research, 13(3), pp.255-284.
  Articles published in International Journals

  https://lrr.modares.ac.ir/article-14-57107-en.pdf

• Bezborodova, A., and Radjabzade, S. (2021). English in higher education in the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. World Englishes. 1-20. https://doi.org/10.1111/weng.12556
  Articles published in International Journals

  https://doi.org/10.1111/weng.12556

• Linn, A., and Radjabzade, S. (2020). English-Medium Instruction in Higher Education in the Countries of the South Caucasus. London. British Council.
  Articles published in International Journals

  https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/publications/case-studies-insights-and-research/english-medium-instruction-higher-education

• Linn, A., Bezborodova, A., and Radjabzade, S. (2020). Tolerance and Control. Developing a language policy for an EMI university in Uzbekistan. Sociolinguistica 34, 1, 217-237, Available From: De Gruyter https://doi.org/10.1515/soci-2020-0013
  Articles published in International Journals

  https://doi.org/10.1515/soci-2020-0013

• Radjabzade, S. (2017). Online Feedback Platforms: Effective, Fast and Easy. Humanizing Language Teaching Magazine, 12 (2). <http://www.hltmag.co.uk/apr17/sart05.htm>.
  Other publications

  http://www.hltmag.co.uk/apr17/sart05.htm

• Radjabzade, S. (2016). Be aware of uncertainties while getting engaged in Action Research. Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 3 (4), 22-23.
  Articles published in Local Journals

  Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 3 (4), 22-23.

• Radjabzade, S. (2017). Draw Your Line between Teaching and Researching: Reflection on TESOL Arabia International Conference. Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 2 (7), 5-6.
  Articles published in Local Journals

  Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 2 (7), 5-6.

• Radjabzade, S. (2016). It is not always students’ fault. Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 4 (5), 8-9.
  Articles published in Local Journals

  Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 4 (5), 8-9.

• Bezborodova, A. and Radjabzade, S. (2018). Language Policy Project: Reviving Experience. Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 4 (13), 20-22.
  Articles published in Local Journals

  Language Policy Project: Reviving Experience. Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 4 (13), 20-22.

• Makovskaya, L. and Radjabzade, S. (2021). Writing from sources: problems and solutions. Active Learning and Teaching of Foreign Languages in Uzbekistan, 2 (22), 18-21.
  Articles published in Local Journals

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• Radjabzade, S. and Akhmedova, F., 2024. Uzbekistan, English in. The Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of World Englishes. First Edition. Edited by Kingsley Bolton. © 2024 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. (in press)
  Books & Book Chapters

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Supported Projects

• 2024 - 2025 Uzbekistan Discovery Camp: Silk Road & Cultural Exploration

  Uzbek Language and Culture Summer course is established with the aim to give an opportunity to international students to learn about Uzbekistan and explore the beauty of it. The program offers a comprehensive study of Uzbekistan's rich cultural heritage, which is a land that has a significant history and was an important crossroad on the ancient Silk Road. The course provides students with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the Uzbek language and culture, with 25 Uzbek language sessions per week taught by proficient and experienced teachers. Additionally, students can attend art and history lectures and discussions, and also enjoy an informative guided tour around old Tashkent city and the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Bukhara, Samarkand, Khiva, with our cultural assistants. Finally, students can participate in a range of extracurricular activities such as game nights, sports, and cultural events. Course Duration: 2 weeks (Intensive Summer Program) Aug 12 - Aug 25.

Grant proposals

• 2024 - 2026 The Impact of Sociodemographic Factors on IELTS Test Takers’ Scores in Uzbekistan

  Recently, Uzbekistan has witnessed a growing demand for IELTS exams among its population, especially the youth. IELTS certificates are widely accepted and used across higher education institutions in Uzbekistan and beyond, particularly in admitting students to studies at a tertiary level and incrementing salaries in educational and non-educational organisations. Attaining an IELTS certificate, especially with a score of above 7.0, has become a sign of exceptional achievement in the Uzbek society. However, little research, if any, has been conducted on the influence of sociodemographic factors on candidates’ exam preparation experiences and results. Thus, the proposed research study aims to explore the relationship between test takers' age, gender, region, linguistic capabilities, access to online resources in various languages and IELTS scores, identify any disparities in average scores across demographic groups and propose recommendations to improve score equity and support systems. The study will employ both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The data provided by the British Council Exams Services will be exposed to descriptive and inferential statistical analysis. Semi-structured interviews will be conducted with 150 IELTS test takers to gain insights into their exam preparation experiences. The research findings will help inform future policies and support systems relevant to the context of Uzbekistan and Central Asia.

Activities in Scientific Journals

Scientific Consultation

• 2024 Scientific Committee member

  I have been a member of Scientific Committee in International Conference on Education and Linguistics (ICEL) and Exhibitions, Westminster International University in Tashkent since 2019. https://conference.wiut.uz/icel2024/committee.

• 2024 Abstract Reviewer

  I have reviewed abstarcts for TESOL International Association in 2023. I have been involved in this activity in 2024 as well.

Invited Congress & Symposium Activities

• 2024 “The Impact of Mock Tests on Academic Achievement of WIUT CIFS Students”.

  ICEL 2024. Tashkent, Uz. 26 – 27 April, 2024

• 2024 “Integrating Effective Group Work Strategies in Academic English Lessons”.

  TESOL 2024 Virtual Conference. 11 – 12 April, 2024.

• 2023 "No Pain No Gain : EAP and 21stCentury Learners".

  “An Educator’s Journey”. 42nd Annual International TESOL France Colloquium 2023. Paris, Fr. 17-19 November, 2023.

• 2023 The role of multilingualism in transnational universities in the Uzbek HE system

  “DECOLONIZING SPACE IN THE GLOBAL EAST: Legal Choices, Political Transformations, Carceral Practices”. ALEKSANTERI CONFERENCE 2023. University of Helsinki, Finland. 25 – 27 October, 2023.

• 2023 "Publishing Internationally: Uzbek scholars' challenges and suggestions"

  “Global Academic Research publication and Dissemination in Fast-Changing Times”. International PRISEAL V Conference. University of La Laguna, Santa Cruz de Tenerifi, Spain. 31 Aug- 2 Sep, 2023.

• 2023 "From Language to Skills Development: Deconstructing EAP in Transnational University".

  “Caution! EAP under Deconstruction”. BALEAP 2023 Biennial Conference. University of Warwick, UK. 19-21 April, 2023.

Citations

• 2022 Top Cited Article in 2021-2022

  Wiley announced the following article as top cited article of the year. Bezborodova, A., and Radjabzade, S. (2021). English in higher education in the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. World Englishes. 1-20. https://doi.org/10.1111/weng.12556

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