At the Crossroads of Research and Practice: Perspectives on Language Pedagogy

Language teaching and learning in Canada has been shaped by many dedicated scholars, and among them, Professor Emerita Denise Mohan of the University of Guelph stands out for the significance and lasting impact of her contributions.For over four decades, Prof. Mohan has actively shaped Canada's second and additional language education community through mentorship, teaching, and research.Her work-grounded in humanistic principles, pedagogical innovation, and a commitment to equity-continues to influence educators, students, and researchers nationwide.A specialist in Spanish as an additional language and in curriculum development, Prof. Mohan distinguished herself through exceptional teaching, mentorship of generations of educators, and innovative research.While recognized with numerous awards for teaching excellence, her legacy lies in the countless learners, colleagues, and practitioners whose trajectories she has shaped.