Dr. Amin Davoodi
Dr. Amin Davoodi is an Assistant Professor of Bilingual and ESL Education at the University of Texas Permian Basin. Originally from Kermanshah, Iran, he completed his Ph.D. in ESL, Technology, and Teacher Education at Texas A&M University in 2021. Dr. Davoodi's research interests include educational equity for English language learners and home-bound students, TESOL, robot-assisted learning, and bilingual education. He has received various awards and grants for his work, including the Three-Minute Thesis competition. Dr. Davoodi is internationally recognized for his expertise in incorporating robotics and artificial intelligence into language learning experiences. He recently hosted the Technology-Enhanced Language Learning International Conference, drawing over 400 participants from 60 countries. Additionally, he served as a keynote speaker at the ElliCon conference, emphasizing the importance of humanistic approaches to technology in language education.