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Department of Linguistics

Erin M. Leddon, PhD

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About Erin

Erin Leddon is Associate Professor of Instruction and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Linguistics, and Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Program in Cognitive Science at Northwestern University.  Her interests focus on language learning across the lifespan: how babies acquire language, and how adult language learners acquire new languages. Most recently, she has focused on these issues in language pedagogy, using evidence-based strategies to support students in developing English-language communication skills for advanced graduate study at Northwestern.  In her previous roles, she served as Associate Director of English Language Programs in The Graduate School, and as a postdoctoral fellow in Northwestern’s Infant & Child Development Center.  She is passionate about teaching and working to support students throughout their time at Northwestern.

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