Julie Dunn
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Dr. Julie Dunn is a leading scholar in drama pedagogy and language acquisition, whose work bridges the transformative power of process drama with digital innovation to support vulnerable learners. Her research centers on how embodied, creative practices—particularly process drama—can foster language development, intercultural understanding, and social inclusion, especially for refugee and migrant children. A landmark contribution is her 2012 classroom case study, which pioneered the integration of drama pedagogy with digital technologies to address the language learning needs of newly arrived refugee children. This work, cited 42 times, challenged conventional approaches by demonstrating how drama’s immersive, collaborative nature, combined with digital tools, can create safe, engaging spaces for language acquisition and identity expression. Dr. Dunn’s impact extends beyond this study; her scholarship has shaped curriculum design and teacher training, advocating for arts-based methodologies in multilingual classrooms. She is also recognized for her collaborative projects that foreground student voice and agency, earning her a reputation as a compassionate innovator in applied theatre and language education. Her research continues to inspire educators working with marginalized communities, proving that drama is not merely an art form but a vital pedagogical tool for equity and belonging.
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