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Eric Hermann RothLecturerContact Information E-mail: ericroth@usc.edu Phone: (213) 740-8437 Office: JEF 215A LINKS Curriculum Vitae Faculty Profile on Departmental Website Personal Website |
Biographical Sketch |
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| Eric H. Roth teaches international graduate students the pleasures of academic writing and public speaking in English at the University of Southern California. He has taught numerous English and writing courses at Santa Monica Community College, UCLA Extension, and Cal State, Long Beach’s American Language Institute, and Santa Monica-Malibu Adult Education Center. Roth, a former journalist and Congressional aide, also directed the CES Adult Education Center from 1996-1999, assisting over 1,000 immigrants and refugees in becoming naturalized U.S. citizens. He attended Wabash College on a Lilly Scholarship that covered all expenses, majored in Philosophy, and received his BA in 1984. Roth later received his MA in Media Studies in 1988 from The New School (for Social Research) in New York City. He has taught writing courses in Spain, France, and Vietnam. Roth belongs to TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages), CATESOL (California Association of Teachers of Speakers of Other Languages), IPP (International Professors Project) and ICA (International Communication Association). Roth has led many workshops on teaching techniques, including the 2010 and 2008 State CATESOL conferences and several (2007, 2008, 2010) Southern California Regional CATESOL conferences. AT 2012 international TESOL conference, Roth spoke on a panel on "Promoting Understanding Across Cultures in the EFL Classroom through CALL", and compared teaching hybrid courses in the United States and Vietnam. He co-authored an ESL textbook, Compelling Conversations: Questions and Quotations on Timeless Topics in 2007, and a sequel Compelling American Conversations: Questions and Quotations for Intermediate American English Language Learners in 2012. Roth has contributed a monthly column on instant conversation activities to the adult education publication "Easy English Times" since 2007, and has advised the USC Conversation Partners Program since 2009. In the fall of 2011, Roth won two teaching with technology grants from the USC Center for Scholarly Technology. His research interests include informational interviews, discourse analysis, conversation patterns, Global English, persuasion methods, teaching English with technology, and effective error correction in second language speakers and writers. An avid global traveler, he looks forward to continually discovering new places, learning more about our ever-changing world, and expanding his collection of vintage postcards. | |
Education |
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 M.A. Media Studies, New School University, 5/1988
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B.A. Philosophy, Wabash College, 5/1984
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Academic Appointment, Affiliation, and Employment History |
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Tenure Track Appointments |
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Teacher, Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, Adult Education Center, 09/1993-12/2000
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ESL Teacher, Jefferson Adult School, 1993-1994
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English Teacher, Locke High School, LAUSD,
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1994
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English/History Teacher , Bed-Stuy Outreach High School, NYC Board of Education, 10/1985-06/1987
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Non-Tenure Track Appointments |
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Lecturer, University of Southern California, 08/2003-
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Instructor, Part-time, Santa Monica Community College, 02/2000-05/2003
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Visiting and Temporary Appointments |
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Acting Director, Academic and Practical English Program, APU International School, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam , 05/2009-07/2009
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/2007-08/2007
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/2006-08/2006
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Instructor, Part-time, Cal State Uni., Long Beach American Language Institute, 06/2005-08/2005
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Instructor, Cal State Uni., Long Beach American Language Institute, 06/2004-08/2004
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/2003-08/2003
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/2002-08/2002
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/2001-08/2001
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/2000-08/2000
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/1999-08/1999
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lecturer, Extension American Language Center summer program , University of California, Los Angeles, 07/1998-08/1998
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Other Employment |
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freelance reporter, The Jewish Journal, 08/1998-06/2000
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Director, Community Enhancement Services Adult Education Center, 01/1996-10/1999
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Book reviewer, Social Studies School Services, 01/1995-12/1995
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Congressional aide, district representative, U.S. House of Representatives, 06/1994-01/1995
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freelance reporter and book reviewer, The Village View, 01/1990-12/1994
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Congressional aide, district press secretary, U.S. House of Representatives, 02/1987-12/1989
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Guest lecturer, Politics and Media class, New School University,
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1988
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Description of Research |
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Summary Statement of Research Interests |
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| Professor Roth's research interests include informational interviews, hybrid English courses, discourse analysis, the emergence of global English and English as an international language, effective techniques of error correction in non-native writers and speakers of English, teaching English with technology, and the evolving language needs of American adult immigrants. Additional research areas include conversation strategies, TED talks and autotelic education systems, global education, concepts of citizenship, standardized language exams in a global era, political rhetoric in American campaigns, WWII propaganda posters, and the framing of public policy debates. Finally, Roth hopes new media technologies will transcend the limits of traditional communication patterns and create more democratic, informed, and transparent societies. | |
Research Keywords |
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| informational interviews, Global English, Globish, discourse analysis, conversation patterns, error correction, TESOL, non-native writers, employment strategies, VESL, WWII propaganda posters, political communication, adult education, citizenship, academic English, global education, new media, | |
Research Specialties |
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| informational interviews, proverbs and hedging language, global English, academic English, second language writing, adult education ESL, citizenship, conversation patterns, effective error correction, workplace English, speaking skills for English language learners, standardized language exams in a global era, hybrid courses, global education, teaching with TED talks, autotelic education, | |
Funded Research |
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USC Funding |
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Course Continuity in Crisis. Teaching Presentation Skills with TED Talks: TED talks present global experts speaking to non-specialist audiences - off campus - on computers. ALI 254 students select, analyze, recommend, and exchange ideas while preparing term definitions., $5,000,
Fall
2011
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Learning Environment Incentative Grant. Informational Interviews : ALI 254 students conduct informational interviews, and give a 5-8 minute PPT presentation. Peer feedback instantly provided; recorded videos posted on Blackboard for self and instructor evaluation. , $500,
Fall
2011
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Conferences and Other Presentations |
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Conference Presentations |
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"Flip Your Classroom with Search and Share Fluency Activities", 2013 LA Regional CATESOL Conference, Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed Abstract, University of Southern California , CATESOL , 2012-2013
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"Informational Interviews Help ESOL Students Succeed and Connect to Jobs", 2013 LA Regional CATESOL Conference, Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed Abstract, University of Southern California, CATESOL , 2012-2013
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"Views, Reviews, and Interviews: Deploying TED Talks, This I Believe, and Mock Job Interviews in Class, Online, and Across Borders", 2012 TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) , Roundtable/Panel, Abstract, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania , TESOL Intercultural and CALL Sections , Invited, 2011-2012
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"Informational Interviews: Practical Glimpses into Possible Tomorrows for ESL Students", L.A. Regional CATESOL 2010, Talk/Oral Presentation, Abstract, California State University, Fullerton, CATESOL, Invited, 2010-2011
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"Informational Interviews: A Practical, Illuminating Speaking Assignment", CATESOL State Conference, Talk/Oral Presentation, Abstract, Santa Clara, California, CATESOL, Invited, 2009-2010
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"Informational Interviews: Adding a Best Practice to More ESL Programs", INTESOL State Conference, Talk/Oral Presentation, Abstract, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis, INTESOL, 2009-2010
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"Panel Discussion: Finding ESL Positions Abroad", INTESOL, Roundtable/Panel, Indiana University Purdue University, Indianapolis (IUPUI), INTESOL, Invited, 2009-2010
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"Panel: Experiences on Self-Published ESL Authors", CATESOL State Conference, Roundtable/Panel, Santa Clara, California, CATESOL, Invited, 2009-2010
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"Making Workplace English Programs Work for Students and Employers", CATESOL, Los Angeles Regional , Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed Biola University, CATESOL, 2008-2009
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"Techniques for Creating a More Democratic Classroom", CATESOL, Los Angeles Regional , Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed Biola University, CATESOL, 2008-2009
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"Techniques for a More Democratic Classroom: Creating Autotelic English Language Learners", CATESOL State Conference, Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed Pasadena Convention Center, CATESOL, 2008-2009
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"Creating Compelling Classroom Conversations", CATESOL, Los Angeles Regional , Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed Cal State University, Long Beach, CATESOL, 2007-2008
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"Compelling Conversations: Motivating ESL Students to Speak More", CATESOL, Los Angeles Regional, Talk/Oral Presentation, Refereed USC, CATESOL, Invited, 2005-2006
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Other Presentations |
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"YouTube: A Workhorse in ALI 254", Spring 2013 Faculty Forum Series: Creative Classroom Strategies: Tools from Language Instruction, USC Center for Scholarly Technology, University of Southern California , 2012-2013
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"Creating Compelling Classroom Conversations", Teacher Trainer, CES College, Burbank, CA, 07/13/2011
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"Creating Autotelic Learners in English Classrooms", English Teacher Training, APU International School, Ho Chi Minh City, 06/01/2009
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Publications |
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Book |
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Roth, E. H., Aberson, T., Bogotch, H.
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Compelling American Conversations: Questions and Quotations for Intermediate American English Language Learners. (Toni Aberson, Ed.). Los Angeles, California: Chimayo Press. Amazon
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 Roth, E. H., Aberson, T. W.
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Compelling Conversations: Questions and Quotations on Timeless Topics. (Laurie Selik, Ed.). Los Angeles, California: Chimayo Press. Amazon: Compelling Conversations
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Book Review |
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Roth, E. H.
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Aera English. Aera English/ THE ASAHI SHIMBUN SHA. pp. 1. Amazon Japan Aera Magazine
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Regular Column in Journal or Newspaper |
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Roth, E. H., Aberson, T. W.
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Easy English Times. Easy English Times.
Vol. 13 (8), pp. p.5. PubMed Web Address
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Advisement |
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Other Advisement or Time Devoted to Students |
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As in several prior years, I have served as the faculty adviser of the ALI Conversation Group program. In coordination with the ALI office manager, native-English speakers have been recruited and trained to help international ALI students improve their conversation skills in small groups. , 2012-2013
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Teaching Innovations and Multimedia Teaching |
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Added Search Online and Share In Class Exercises, 2011-2012
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Added online mock job interviews,
Fall
2011
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Added online student reviews of TED talks,
Fall
2011
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Added "universal" peer reviews in ALI 254, 2010-2011
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Added product reviews to writing and speaking courses, 2010-2011
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Added student reviews of pronunciation/stress patterns videos in ALI 254, 2009-2010
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Added student reviews of TED.com video presentations to ALI 254, 2009-2010
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Added Informational Interviews to ALI 254 courses.,
Fall
2009
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Service to the University |
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Review Panels |
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Center for Scholarly Technology, Learning Environment Grants,
Fall
2012
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Fulbright Program Advisers - USC Campus Evaluation Committee, English Language Teaching Assistantship,
Fall
2012
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Other Service to the University |
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Advised the ALI Conversation Group program and helped train conversation group leaders. , 08/2009-
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Actively participated in the ALI Applied Research Team on Writing and Oral Skills. , 2011-2012
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Helped refine and strengthen ALI placement exam questions and rubric. , 2011-2012
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Service to the Profession |
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Committees |
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Member, Served on the Fulbright Campus Evaluation Committee for English Teaching positions. I interviewed applicants, suggested ways to strengthen applications, and later evaluated the applications.,
Fall
2012
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Conferences Organized |
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Co-chair - Publicity, LA Regional CATESOL Conference, University of Southern California, This annual conference of California Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages attracted over 500 English teachers and future teachers. This successful conference increased attendance by 100+ ESOL professionals from 2012. I organized the social media campaign and wrote CATESOL News updates., 2012-2013
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Professional Memberships |
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CUE - Computer Using Educators, 06/2012-
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ISTE - International Society for Technology in Education, 06/2012-
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International Professors Project, 03/2009-
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International Communication Association (ICA), 11/2006-
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TESOL, 01/2004-
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National Association of Scholars (NAS), 10/2003-
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Independent Writers of Southern California, 1999-
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CATESOL, 09/1993-
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Education Writers Association, 1998-2001
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Los Angeles Press Club, 1998-2001
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Comprehensive Assessment of Adult Students (CASAS), 1996-2000
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Other Service to the Profession |
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Film Selection Committe - CinePeace Film Festival.
I helped select an evening of short films and documentaries for the third Cine-Peace festival. This film event showcases diverse perspectives on the struggles and successes, dreams and realities of the Israeli-Arab conflict and the still elusive search for peace and mutual security. Los Angeles. Summer 2008. Ari Sandel, USC film school graduate and Academy Award winner, received an award for his promotion of peace through film. , 2008-2009
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