Academic Qualifications
PhD (Applied Linguistics), The University of Hong Kong
Current Position
Assistant Professor in Applied Linguistics
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
City University of Macau
Research Areas
Second language writing, computer-assisted language learning, language and identity, multilingualism and translation studies, assessment and feedback
Publications
Zhang, Z., & Hyland, K. (2023). The role of digital literacy in student engagement with automated writing evaluation (AWE) feedback on second language writing. Computer Assisted Language Learning. (SSCI, Q1)
Zhang, Z., & Hyland, K. (2023). Student engagement with peer feedback in L2 writing: Insights from reflective journaling and revising practices. Assessing Writing,58, 100784. (SSCI, Q1)
Zhang, Z. & Xu, L. (2022). Student engagement with automated feedback on academic writing: A study on Uyghur ethnic minority students in China. Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development. (SSCI, Q1)
Salas-Pilco, S., Yang, Y., & Zhang, Z. (2022). Student Engagement in Online Learning in Latin American Higher Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Systematic Review. British Journal of Educational Technology. (SSCI , Q1)
Zhang, Z. (2022). Identity construction and second language acquisition: A multiple case study of Thai immigrants in Hong Kong. Journal of Language, Identity and Education . (SSCI, Q2)
Zhang, Z., & Hyland, K. (2022). Fostering student engagement with feedback: An integrated approach. Assessing Writing, 51 , 100586. (SSCI, Q1)
Zhang, Z. (2021). Promoting student engagement with feedback: Insights from collaborative pedagogy and teacher feedback. Assessment and Evaluation in Higher Education, 47 (4), 540-555. (SSCI, Q1)
Zhang, Z. (2020). Learner engagement and language learning: A narrative study of a good language learner. The Language Learning Journal, 50(3), 378-392. (ESCI)
Zhang, Z. (2020). Engaging with automated writing evaluation (AWE) feedback on L2 writing: Student perceptions and revisions. Assessing Writing, 43 , 100439. (SSCI, Q1)
Zhang, Z., & Zhang, Y. (2018). Automated writing evaluation (AWE) system: Tapping its potential for learner engagement. IEEE Engineering Management Review, 46(3), 29-33.
Zhang, Z., & Hyland, K. (2018). Student engagement with teacher and automated feedback on L2 writing. Assessing Writing, 36, 90-102. (SSCI, Q1)
Zhang, Z. (2017). Student engagement with computer-generated feedback: a case study. ELT Journal, 71 (3), 317-328. (SSCI, Q1)
Conference presentations
Zhang, Z. (2020). Exploring student engagement with automated writing evaluation (AWE) feedback on second language writing. Paper presented at The Second International Perspectives on Assessing World Languages Conferences, Cairo, Egypt.
Zhang, Z. (2017). Learner engagement with automated writing evaluation (AWE) feedback on academic writing. Paper presented at The Second International Conference MOOCs, Language Learning and Mobility, Naples, Italy.
Zhang, Z. (2017). Student engagement with feedback on L2 writing: A case study of two L2 students. Paper presented at Faces of English 2: Teaching and Researching Academic and Professional English, Hong Kong.
Zhang, Z. (2017). EFL student engagement with computer-generated feedback on English writing: A case study. Paper presented at The 6th International Conference on English, Discourse and Intercultural Communication, Macau.
Zhang, Z. (2016). Student engagement with feedback on their writing: Case studies on English majors in two Chinese universities. Paper presented at Symposium on Second language Writing 2016, Tempe, AZ, USA.
Zhang, Z. (2016). L2 students’ engagement with teacher feedback. Paper presented at The 24th Korea TESOL International Conference, Seoul, Korea.
Professional Services
Reviewer for peer-reviewed journals including Language Teaching Research, Journal of Second Language Writing, Computer Assisted Language Learning, Assessing Writing, Language Learning Technology, Journal of English for Academic Purposes, Computers & Education, System, The Asia-Pacific Education Researcher, Ibérica, The Asian Journal of Applied Linguistics.