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ABOUT CANADIAN ACADEMY OF LANGUAGE & CULTURE (CAOLC)
CAOLC is a premier Language & Culture Academy based in Toronto, Canada, specializing in online English language programs tailored to diverse needs. Whether for general communication, professional development, specific purposes, or English exam preparation, CAOLC offers a comprehensive range of courses designed to empower learners.
What sets CAOLC apart is its unique focus on integrating language learning with Canadian cultural context. By embedding intercultural communication skills into every program, CAOLC ensures students can confidently use English in real-life situations, adapt seamlessly to Canadian society, and excel in their chosen industries.
Founded by Dr. Shadi Khojasteh Rad, CAOLC takes pride in offering programs meticulously designed to bridge the gap between English language education in EFL contexts and the practical English language needs in Canada. Dr. Khojasteh Rad developed the academy’s flagship professional and career-oriented courses, as well as the innovative Pillar English program, which addresses the specific linguistic needs of immigrants. Her approach emphasizes “Thinking in English” and “Speaking in English,” helping learners overcome challenges they may face after immigration and enabling them to thrive in their new environment.
At CAOLC, we are committed to equipping our students with the tools they need to succeed linguistically, culturally, and professionally in Canada.
ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
Dr Shadi Khojasteh Rad — the CEO and Founder of the Canadian Academy of Language & Culture (CAOLC) — is passionate about empowering immigrants through tailored paths English language and intercultural communication programs she has personally designed.
An Iranian-Canadian, she studied Teaching English as a Foreign Language, received a Bachelor’s degree, and was awarded the best university English teacher in Iran. In 2009, Shadi immigrated to Malaysia to pursue her Master’s in Applied Linguistics, and Ph.D. in English Language, where she authored over 12 influential books and academic articles on linguistics and intercultural communication.
After immigrating to Canada, she became an Ontario-certified teacher(OCT), Ontario Certified English Language Teacher (OCELT), and an Ontario TESL Trainer. Shadi passionately continued her career in the education industry at prestigious colleges and universities across Ontario, Canada.
Shadi Khojasteh Rad, Ph.D. is a published author and frequent guest speaker at conferences on topics related to English teaching and linguistic awareness to interpersonal communication. Her articles were featured by prestigious institutions like the Canadian Center of Science and Education (CCSE) and International Journal of English Linguistics.
As a visionary leader, Shadi’s impact extends far beyond the classroom. Her unwavering dedication to education, intercultural communication, and immigrant empowerment makes her a recognized leader in the field and a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in Canada.
SPEAKING and PUBLICATIONS by Shadi Khojasteh Rad, Ph.D.
ARTICLES
- The Canadian Center of Science and Education (CCSE) : https://www.ccsenet.org/
Effect of Context on Types of Hesitation Strategies Used by Iranian EFL Learners in L2 Oral Language Tests - Advances in Language and Literary Studies: https://journals.aiac.org.au/index.php/alls/article/view/1820
International Students’ Linguistic Awareness of Malaysian English and its Impact on Intercultural Communication Effectiveness - International Journal of English Linguistics: https://ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/ijel/article/view/15886
Hesitation Strategies in an Oral L2 Test among Iranian Students Shifted from EFL Context to EIL - Journal of English Language Teaching: https://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/elt
Effect of Context on Types of Hesitation Strategies Used by Iranian EFL Learners in L2 Oral Language Tests - ERIC : https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1066922
Distribution of Hesitation Discourse Markers Used by Iranian EFL Learners during an Oral L2 Test - ERIC: https://eric.ed.gov/?id=EJ1078774
International Students’ Attitudes towards Malaysian English Ethnolects - Asian Social Science: https://www.ccsenet.org/
Clashes of Conciseness and Wordiness between English and Persian Verbs - Advances in Asian Social Science
Gender Differentiation in the Application of Hesitation Strategies among EFL Learners
BOOKS
- Khojastehrad, Sh.(2017). From Linguistic Awareness to Intercultural Communication: Linguistic Awareness of Malaysian English and its Impact on Intercultural Communication with Malaysians . LAP LAMBERT Publishing, Germany.
- Khojastehrad, Sh.(2012). Hesitation and Disfluency in oral L2 test. LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, Germany.
SPEAKER or FEATURED at CONFERENCES
- Khojastehrad, Sh., & Rafik-Galea, Sh. (2014). International Students’ Attitudes towards Malaysian English Spoken by Different Ethnic Groups in Malaysia. 3rd International Conference on Linguistics, Literature, and Culture. Organized by the English Language Studies Section, Universiti Science Malaysia. Penang. Malaysia. Nov 26-28, 2014 (Universiti Sains Malaysia)
- Khojastehrad, Sh., & Rafik-Galea, Sh. (2014). International Students’ stories about their linguistic awareness of Malaysian English and its effect on their communication with the locals. Malaysian International Conference on English Language Teaching. Organized by Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia. Sep 13-15, 2014. (Universiti Putra Malaysia)
- Khojastehrad, Sh., & Rafik-Galea, Sh. (2013). A preliminary perceptual study of Malaysian English among Arab students. International Conference on English Language Teaching.Organized by Faculty of Educational Studies,Universiti Putra Malaysia. Melaka. Malaysia. Nov 18-22, 2013. ((Universiti Putra Malaysia)
- Khojastehrad,Sh.,& Nadzimah Abdullah, A.(2012). Effect of context on the type of hesitation strategies used by Iranian university students in oral L2 test. Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literature, and Cultures. Faculty of modern languages and communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia.Putrajaya. Malaysia. July 10-11,2012. (Universiti Putra Malaysia)
- Khojastehrad,Sh.(2012). Hesitation strategies in an oral L2 test among Iranian students shifted from EFL context to EIL.the Fourth Annual Roundtable of Language and Society Center. Monash University. Melbourne. Australia. February 16-17, 2012. (Monash University, Melbourn Australia)
- Khojastehrad,Sh.(2011). Frequency of hesitation strategies in oral L2 tests among Iranian EFL learners. The third Post graduate conference of “Studies on Languages and Linguistics (FLL). Faculty of languages and linguistics. University Malaya. Kula Lumpur, Malaysia. December 8-9th, 2011. (Universiti Malaya)
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