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Jason J. Seeto Assistant Professor of English
Ph.D (Cand.) in Applied Linguistics and TESOL, Macquarie University, Australia M.A. in Applied Linguistics, University of Technology, Sydney Australia M.A. in TESOL, University of Technology, Sydney Australia C.I.R.E.F.E. Diploma (French history, language & culture), Université Rennes 2, Haute Bretagne, France B.A. in International Studies (French, Contemporary Modern France and European Globalization), University of Technology, Sydney Australia B.Ed. in Primary Education (English Literature, English Linguistics & PD/H/PE), University of Technology, Sydney Australia

Prior to joining AUD, Professor Seeto held academic and research positions at University of Technology, Sydney and Macquarie University in Australia. Over the last 10 years, he has held various teaching positions in primary education through tertiary education, and has worked in numerous countries such as: Australia, France, The Netherlands, China, and The United Arab Emirates.

Professor Seeto’s current doctoral research focuses on the perceptions and preconceptions that surround non-native English language teachers in ELT. He has presented research papers at various international conferences in Australia, The United Arab Emirates, Oman and in South East Asia. Recently, his areas of interest have included: Global Englishes, English as an International Language, Bilingualism, SLA, Native / Non-Native Dichotomy in ELT, Discourse Analysis, Educational and Organisational Leadership and Language Program Management.

Professor Seeto’s hometown is Sydney, Australia, where he enjoys surfing, BBQs, watching rugby league, and eating Aussie-made meat pies.