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Prof Gregory Hadley
Fellow, Visiting Fellow
Professor of Applied Linguistics and Cultural Studies in the Department of Humanities at Niigata University, Japan
PhD, MA (Birmingham); M.Div. MWBTS (Missouri, USA)
Gregory Hadley is a Professor of Applied Linguistics and Cultural Studies in the Department of Humanities at Niigata University, Japan. His main areas of interest are in research methodology, especially the applications of Grounded Theory methodology for Applied Linguistics research. His current project is a nationally-funded Japanese grant for developing a grounded theory on the social processes related to Extensive Reading in Second Language Classrooms. His most recent book is with Andrew Boon, entitled “Critical Thinking” (Routledge, 2022), which empowers teachers to incorporate training in critical thinking within their language lessons, and offers methods for investigating the impact on their learners.