e-Expert Seminar Series: Translation and Language Teaching (9th Edition)
Boosting Mental Health and Embracing Neurodiversity in Translation and Modern Foreign Language Education.
We are delighted to invite you to the e-Expert Seminar Series: Translation and Language Teaching (9th Edition), jointly organised by University College London (UK) and the University of Córdoba (Spain). This free hybrid event will focus on the theme of Boosting Mental Health and Embracing Neurodiversity in Translation and Modern Foreign Language Education.
In an increasingly demanding academic landscape, where well-being and inclusion are becoming central to educational practice, this seminar seeks to rethink how translation and language teaching can better support mental health and embrace neurodiversity. Bringing together established scholars, educators, and professional translators, this forward-looking event will explore inclusive pedagogies, innovative teaching practices, and supportive learning environments that respond to diverse cognitive profiles. It will also foster critical reflection on how higher education can promote both academic excellence and psychological well-being in the fields of Modern Foreign Languages and Translation Studies.
We look forward to welcoming you to a stimulating and enriching day of presentations and discussions. Secure your place now and join us in exploring inclusive and innovative approaches to translation and language teaching in higher education.
Programme
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10.00 - 10.15 (BST*): WELCOME
Dr Ranjita Dhital, Vice Dean Wellbeing, Faculty of Arts and Humanities, (University College London, UK)
10.15 - 10.45: Change the Pattern: Unacceptable Behaviours and Mental Health in Academia
Dimitrios Zachos, (University College London, UK)
10.45 - 11.15: Neuroaffirming Translation Education: Executive Function and Coaching-Informed Support
Hiba Bayyat, Professional Translator and Interpreter, ADHD/AuDHD Coach and Neuroaffirmative Supervisor
11.15 - 11.45: Mi Salud Mental, Using Curriculum Infusion to Promote Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing: Methodological Design and Data Analysis
Prof Leslie Gutman and Rachel Perowne, (University College London, UK)
11.45 - 12.15: BREAK
12.15 - 12.45: How to Embed the Modern Foreign Language Curriculum with Principles of Positive Psychology
Dr Mazal Oaknín and Dr Marga Navarrete, (University College London, UK)
12.45 - 13.15: Roundtable: Boosting Student Wellbeing through Co-production and Collaboration
Hannah McMichael, Aryan Kushwaha, Dr Marga Navarrete, Dr Mazal Oaknín, (University College London, UK)
13.15 - 14.00: LUNCH BREAK
14.00 - 14.30: Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in Translation and Modern Language Teaching
Kathleen Tripp, (University College London, UK)
14.30 - 15.00: From Awareness to Action: Neurodiversity and Inclusion in Translation
Nick Rosenthal, Translator and neurodiversity expert
15.00 - 15.30: EI, not just AI! Coaching future linguists for a changing profession
Dr JC Penet, (University of Newcastle, UK)
15.30 - 15.45: Concluding Remarks and Further Announcements followed by Wine Reception
Event Format
- Hybrid attendance: Join us in person at University College London or via a Zoom Webinar. A videoconferencing link will be shared with registered participants.
- Face-to-face spots (limited): Reserve your seat ahead of time. Only 40 places are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- This seminar will take place in English. Any talks delivered in Spanish will be indicated in the programme.
- British Summer Time (BST)*
