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Lily Compton
Assistant Director, Center for Communication Excellence, Graduate College
Office: 1137 Pearson Hall
Email: lcompton@iastate.edu
Phone: (515) 294-7996
Education
Ph.D. Curriculum and Instruction (major) Applied Linguistics and Technology (minor), Iowa State University
M.A. Teaching English as a Second Language, (specialization in Computer-Assisted Language Learning), Iowa State University
B.Ed. Teaching English as a Second Language, University of Southampton, UK
Research Areas
Computer-assisted language learning, online language learning and teaching, teacher education, online and distance education, curriculum and instructional technology, professional development training
Publications
Kochem, T., Edalatishams, I., Compton, L. & Cotos, E. (2023). An extra layer of support: Developing an English-speaking consultation program. In U. Kickhöfel Alves & J. Alcantara de Albuquerque (Ed.), Second Language Pronunciation: Different Approaches to Teaching and Training (pp. 167-196). Berlin, Boston: De Gruyter Mouton. https://doi.org/10.1515/9783110736120-007
Kochem, T., Ghosh, M., Compton, L. & Cotos, E. (2020). Oral communication for non-native speakers of English. Iowa State University Digital Press. https://iastate.pressbooks.pub/oralcommunication/
O'Bryan, A., Compton, L., Gutierrez, J.D., & Borges, T.F. (2019). Scaffolding successful MALL experiences for frontline ESL workers: an exploratory study.International Journal of Advanced Corporate Learning, 12(3). https://online-journals.org/index.php/i-jac/article/view/11182
Compton, L., & Davis, N. (2010). The impact of and key elements for a successful virtual early field experience. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education, 10(3). http://www.citejournal.org/vol10/iss3/general/article1.cfm
Compton, L., Davis, N. and Correia, A. (2010). Pre-service teachers’ preconceptions, misconceptions, and concerns of virtual schooling. Distance Education, 31(1):37-54.
Compton, L., Davis, N. and Mackey, J. (2009) Field experience in virtual schooling - To be there virtually. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 17(4):459-477.
Compton, L. (2009). Preparing language teachers to teach language online: a look at skills, roles, and responsibilities. Computer Assisted Language Learning, 22(1):73-99
Compton, L. (2007) The Impact of Content and Context on International Teaching Assistants' Willingness to Communicate in the Language Classroom. TESL EJ, 10(4). http://tesl-ej.org/ej40/a2.html
Davis, N.E., Roblyer, M.D., Charania, A., Ferdig, R., Harms, C., Compton, L., & Cho, M. (2007). Illustrating the “virtual” in virtual schooling: Challenges and strategies in creating real tools to prepare virtual teachers. Internet and Higher Education, 10(1):27-39.
Compton, L.K.L. (2006). Is every educational use a fair use? Essential Teacher, Compleat Links, 3(1). https://www.tesol.org/read-and-publish/journals/other-serial-publications/compleat-links/compleat-links-volume-3-issue-1-(march-2006)/is-every-educational-use-a-fair-use-
Compton, L.K.L. (2005). Educational approaches: Virtual schooling. Schome: The education system for the Information Age.
Chapelle, C.A., Compton, L., Kon, E. & Sauro, S. (2004). Theory, research & practice in CALL: Making the links. In L. Lomicka & J. Cooke-Plagwitz (Eds.), Teaching with Technology (pp. 189 - 208). Boston: Thomson-Heinle.
Compton, L.K.L. (2004). Using text chat to improve willingness to communicate. In J-B Son (Ed.). Computer-Assisted Language Learning: Concepts, Contexts and Practices (pp. 123-144). New York: iUniverse, Inc.
Compton, L. (2004). From chatting to oral fluency: Using chat to improve self-confidence and increase willingness to communicate. Teaching English with Technology, 4(1). http://www.tewtjournal.org/?wpdmact=process&did=MTQ0LmhvdGxpbms
Grant
Intelligibility-based oral communication: Resources for teaching non-native English speakers. $5,000. Miller Open Education Mini-Grant. Co-PIs T. Kochem and E. Cotos (2020)
Online course in advanced speaking for international teaching assistants. $9,000. ELO course development, Engineering-LAS Development Grant. Co-PI E. Cotos (2019)
Select Conference and Invited Presentations
Tague, L., Evans, S., Compton, L. Wallace, S., and Findley, E. (2022, September). ETD Formatting and Reviewing: Hot Topics and Questions. Plenary panel discussions presented at the annual United States Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Association, Cleveland, Ohio, US.
Swicord, G.W., Wallace, S., Compton, L., Flynn, E., and Wuchner, E. (2022, September). Dancing with the Stakeholders. Plenary panel discussions presented at the annual United States Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Association, Cleveland, Ohio, US.
Compton, L., Cotos, E., and Terrill, K. (2022, September). Creating a Thesis Dissertation Writing Program: A Case Study. Paper presented at the annual United States Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Association, Cleveland, Ohio, US.
Compton, L., Cotos, E., and Tan, A. (2022, September). Facilitating a Speaking Test with R-Plat. Paper presented at the 2022 Language Assessment Research Conference, Chicago, Illinois, US.
Compton, L. (2022, August). Addressing Cross-Training Needs for a Thesis and Dissertation Program. Invited presentation for the United States Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Association Community Engagement Group Meeting, virtual.
Compton, L., Cotos, E., Huffman, S., and Terrill, K. (2021, September). The AcComP Track: Building Capacity in Writing High Quality Theses and Dissertations. The AcComP Track: Building Capacity in Writing High Quality Theses and Dissertations. Paper presented at the annual United States Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Association, virtual.
Terrill, K. , Compton, L. , Cotos, E., and Huffman, S. (2021, September). Finishing Strong: A Multi-prong Approach to Enhancing the Electronic Thesis Dissertation Process. Paper presented at the annual United States Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Association, virtual. (Recording of session is available on YouTube.)
Kochem, T., Edalatishams, I., Silva dos Santos, L., Terrill, K., Compton, L., Richards, M., & Cotos, E. (August 2021). An extra layer of support: Developing an English speaking consultation training program. Paper accepted at the World Congress of Applied Linguistics Conference (AILA2021). Groningen, the Netherlands.
Compton, L. & Cotos, E (2020, February). Providing language support through online instruction and English speaking consultations. Paper presented at the International Teaching Assistants Professional Symposium, Davis, California, US.
Edalatishams, I., Compton, L. & Santos, L. (2020, February). Beyond ITAs: English language development in higher education. Paper presented at the International Teaching Assistants Professional Symposium, Davis, California, US.
Santos, L., Kochem, T., Terrill, K., Compton, L., Richards, M., and Cotos, E. (2019, September). The development of an online English speaking consultant training program: Lessons Learned. Paper presented at the annual Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching (PSLLT) Conference, Flagstaff, Arizona. US
O'Bryan, A., Compton, L., Gutierrez, J.D., & Borges, T.F. (2019, June). Scaffolding successful MALL experiences for frontline ESL workers: an exploratory study. Paper presentation at the annual International Conference on E-Learning in the Workplace, New York City, New York, US.
Compton, L., Cotos, E., Richards, M., Edalatishams, I., & Peterson, S. (2019, March). Online training of English Speaking Consultants through Canvas. Presentation at the annual TESOL International Convention & English Language Expo, Atlanta, Georgia, US.
Compton, L., Cotos, E., & Terrill, K. (2019, February). Delivering ITA speaking assessment through a web-based rater platform. Paper presented at the International Teaching Assistants Professional Symposium, Pittsburg, Pensylvannia, US.
Compton, A. & O’Bryan, A. (2012). Framework and teaching tips for online TESL/Applied Linguistic courses. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the MIDTESOL, Ames, Iowa, US
Davis, N., Compton, L. & Mackley, J. (2009, March). Field Experience with a virtual school’s teacher: How can it be done? Brief Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE), Charleston, South Carolina, US
Compton, L., Davis, N., Graham, R. & Swaharu, P. (2008). Virtual Field Experience – Observing Virtual Teaching at a Distance: A Pilot Study. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE), Las Vegas, Nevada, US
Honors and Awards
Research Excellence Award (December 2009), Iowa State University
PhD Research Assistantship (Fall 2002 – Spring 2008), Iowa State University
Leadership in Intercultural Educational Technology – International Leadership for Educational Technology (ILET) (Summer 2005), Iowa State University
Quentin Johnson Award (April 2002), Iowa State University
Teaching Excellence Award (December 2001), Iowa State University
Full Scholarship for Bachelor of Education in Teaching English as a Second or Other Language (1992 – 1996), Ministry of Education, Malaysia