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What is data-driven learning? Harnessing language corpora for English language professionals

In the dynamic landscape of language learning, ELICOS professionals seek innovative technological approaches to empower learners and enhance their proficiency. One such approach - the direct use of language corpora and corpus linguistic approaches in the language classroom, also known as datadriven learning (DDL) - is increasing in popularity as teachers and language learners use innovative to corpus tools to acquire valuable insights into language derived from vast, principled electronic corpora. This plenary talk explores the multifaceted concept of DDL and its potential for English language professionals working in a range of general and disciplinary language teaching and learning contexts. Delving into the latest available corpus tools, online training courses and corpus-based classroom lesson resources, this presentation showcases how language corpora can be harnessed to inform classroom teaching methodologies, develop targeted instructional materials, and foster autonomous learning. Drawing on the presenters' significant expertise in DDL and corpus-based language pedagogy in Australia and internationally, this talk aims to empower English language professionals in attendance to embrace the transformative potential of data-driven learning for maximum impact on second language acquisition and instruction. Presenter: Peter Crosthwaite Peter is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Languages and Cultures at UQ (since 2017), formerly assistant professor at the Centre for Applied English Studies (CAES), University of Hong Kong (since 2014). He holds an MA TESOL from the University of London and an M.Phil/Ph.D in applied linguistics from the University of Cambridge, UK. His areas of research and supervisory expertise include corpus linguistics and the use of corpora for language learning (known as 'data-driven learning'), as well as computer-assisted language learning, and English for General and Specific Academic Purposes. He has published over 50 articles to date in leading Q1-ranked journals, and is currently serving as Associate Editor for the Journal of English for Academic Purposes, features on the editorial boards of the Q1 journals IRAL and System, as well as Applied Corpus Linguistics, a new journal covering the direct applications of corpora to teaching and learning. His previous work experience also includes consultancies and editorial positions with major publishers including Cambridge University Press (CUP), including the IELTS series 'Mindset for IELTS' (Level 1 & 2) and 'Band Busters' self-study materials.