Xiwen Lu

Xiwen Lu (陆熙雯) is a Senior Lecturer in Chinese at Brandeis University and received her PhD in Learning Sciences and Technologies at Worcester Polytechnic Institute.  She is a student of Neil Heffernan, and works as a member of the ASSISTments team to perform research within online learning platforms.

Xiwen's professional background lies in teaching Chinese as a foreign language, along with a comprehensive exploration of second language acquisition and computer-assisted foreign language learning. Throughout her academic journey, she has instructed various levels of Chinese in renowned programs like the Harvard Summer Program and Alliance. In her current role at Brandeis University, she imparts knowledge across all Chinese proficiency levels, encompassing Practical Chinese Phonetics, Lexics, Syntax, Pragmatics, and Chinese Pedagogy. Furthermore, she assumes the roles of the Director of the Chinese Program, Co-Director of the Master of Arts in Chinese Language and Culture Program, Head of Undergraduate Advising, Graduate Student Advisor, Study Abroad Liaison, and Member of the Foreign Language Oversight Committee. She also holds a position on the board of the New England Chinese Language Teachers Association. Additionally, Xiwen actively contributes as a peer reviewer for esteemed journals within the fields of computer-assisted learning and foreign language education.