Dr Fen Glover

Dr Fen Glover
Dr Fen Glover
Dr Fen Glover

Lecturer

About

Biography

Born with a passion for language and education, I embarked on a fulfilling career as a teacher, specializing in Mandarin language instruction. I am a fully qualified and experienced educator with a diverse background in language teaching.

As an educator, I pride myself on being professional, confident, and friendly. These qualities, combined with my extensive teaching experience and comprehensive knowledge, enable me to create a supportive and inspiring atmosphere for my students. Building strong relationships based on trust and respect is a priority for me, as it encourages the growth and development of my students both academically and personally.

As I continue my teaching journey, I look forward to embracing new opportunities and challenges, nurturing young minds, and fostering a deeper appreciation for Mandarin. Through my passion for language and cultural exploration, I aim to make a positive impact on the lives of my students, equipping them with the tools they need to thrive in an interconnected global society.

Qualifications

  • PhD Chinese Language Education 
    2021 - University of Aberdeen 
  • MA Language Learning and Education 
    2004 - University of York 
  • PGDE Secondary Chinese 
    2010 - University of Edinburgh 
  • BA English 
    1999 - Harbin Institute of Technology 

External Memberships

I am a fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

Prizes and Awards

I received a contribution award in 2019.

Teaching

Teaching Responsibilities

As a lecturer in Chinese, I am responsible for the design, development, and delivery of a range of courses at various academic levels. My teaching mainly involves the following activities:

  • coordinate and manage the design and organisation of Level 2 Chinese
  • Plan and deliver Level 1 Chinese oral classes
  • Plan and deliver Level 2 Chinese lectures
  • Assess Level 2 Chinese: Listening, Speaking, Reading, Writing, and Translation

Non-course Teaching Responsibilities

I am also a personal tutor, looking after seven tutees.

I also mentor colleagues from the Aberdeen Confucius Institute in teaching Level 2 oral.