University of the Western Cape
Academic and professional leadership
My leadership is characterised by growing international visibility through competitive research stays and staff exchanges at Ghent University and collaborative projects with HAN University of Applied Sciences, where I lead initiatives that shape global teacher education. Furthermore, I actively
My leadership is characterised by growing international visibility through competitive research stays and staff exchanges at Ghent University and collaborative projects with HAN University of Applied Sciences, where I lead initiatives that shape global teacher education. Furthermore, I actively contribute to the standards of my discipline as a panel member for LitNet Akademies, a peer reviewer for prestigious journals, and an ATLAS.ti facilitator, providing advanced methodological mentorship to the wider research community.
International scholarly visibility
Global Minds short research stay | May - June 2026
The short research stay at Ghent University strengthened international collaboration through joint research, publication development, and scholarly exchange on immersive teacher education and multilingual practices.
Developing the scholar programme: Staff exchange to Belgium, Ghent University | 18-28 November 2024
Lectured the Afrikaans language acquisition students (discussed on SOLT page).
Attended the 8th Colloquium on Afrikaans and South African Studies at Ghent University.
Collaboration between UWC and HAN University | 2023-2026
- Visited the HAN University to complete and prepare the yearly collaborative project between UWC and HAN students.
- “Wêreldtaal”-Project: Collaboration between education students regarding linguistic differences between Afrikaans and Dutch.
Collaboration between CPUT, UCT and HAN University | 2022
“Wêreldtaal”-Project: Investigating neologisms regarding gender and COVID-19.
“Wêreldtaal”-Project
Through the ongoing collaboration with HAN University, I hope to deepen participants' understanding and perception of the world. This partnership seeks to create a global perspective among students, highlighting the interconnectedness of diverse educational practices and social contexts. The use of structured questionnaires throughout the project has been pivotal in capturing the participants’ evolving experiences. This data provides invaluable insights into the impact of cross-institutional collaboration on student growth, professional readiness and cultural competence. By fostering critical engagement and reflective practice, this project positions itself as a transformative tool for shaping globally minded teachers.
Peer review and examination service
Internal
Moderation
- SAL101 (First year, FP) | 2024-2026
- ALT311 (Third year, FP) | 2023-2026
- ALT411 (Third year, FP) | 2026
- MTH411 (Fourth year, PGCE) | 2023-2025
- TMA402 (Fourth year, SPFET) | 2023-2025
- BED753 (Hons.) | 2024-2026
Examination
Internal examiner, Afrikaans & Dutch | 2026
Internal examiner, Afrikaans & Dutch | December 2025
Die ontwikkeling van riglyne vir die onderrig van leesbegrip
Internal examiner, Language Education | December 2023
Exploring the use of digital language language learning applications among Grade 9 learners
Internal examiner, Master’s in Education (Adult Learning and Global Change) | February 2025
An Exploration of Social Media as a Support Tool in Facilitating Adult Learning
External
Moderation
North-West University, Research Report, (Hon.)| 2026-
University of Pretoria, Research Report, LSG 781 (Hon.) | 2023-2026
Sol Plaatje University, Afrikaans (third and fourth-year modules, SPFET) | 2024-2026
- EACL540
- EAFF710 (PGCE)
- EAFH730
- EAHF740
- EAHI630
- EALT530
Examination
North-West University, masters in Education | 2026
University of Pretoria, masters in Education | January 2025
Die belewenis van identiteitkonstruksie deur die Afrikaansvaktaal beginneronderwyser
Reviewer of scientific journals
As part of my academic contributions, I serve as a peer reviewer for reputable journals and academic events, including:
- LitNet Akademies | 2025-2026 Panel member for LitNet Akademies Opvoedkunde Paris Conference on Education abstract reviewer | 2026 EASA conference abstract reviewer | 2025 Language Matters | September 2025 Tydskrif Nederlands en Afrikaans | February 2025 Southern African Linguistics and Applied Language Studies | 2023, 2024 English Academy Review | June 2024 UWC research week, review abstracts | August 2024 Literator | 2023
- LitNet Akademies | 2025-2026 Panel member for LitNet Akademies Opvoedkunde
- Panel member for LitNet Akademies Opvoedkunde
- Paris Conference on Education abstract reviewer | 2026
- EASA conference abstract reviewer | 2025
- Language Matters | September 2025
- Tydskrif Nederlands en Afrikaans | February 2025
- Southern African Linguistics and Applied Language Studies | 2023, 2024
- English Academy Review | June 2024
- UWC research week, review abstracts | August 2024
- Literator | 2023
NRF application
I have initiated my NRF rating application process as part of my commitment to research excellence, international collaboration, and the advancement of innovative scholarship within my field in South Africa and beyond. This process further reflects my dedication to strengthening the quality, visibility, and impact of my research contributions within the broader academic community.
Workshops presented
2026
University of the Western Cape: Education Faculty | 10 March
Co-presented a seminar on new postgraduate processes in the faculty, I focused on the "memorandum of understanding" between supervisor and student.
Plan or Panic: Time management for the first-year student | 2 February
I presented a short talk to the SP and FET first-years as part of their welcoming programme to the UWC Education Faculty. I was also the programme coordinator for the day.
2025
Education Faculty Tuesday seminar | 9 September
Co-presented a seminar with Dr Carli Louw: The seminar will delve deeper into the upcoming 2026 first-year excursion for Foundation Phase students. The session will share insights from the recent planning.
Stellenbosch University Postgraduate school | 24 April & 13 May
Present a workshop: ATLAS.ti in practice
Education Faculty Tuesday seminar | 4 March
Co-presented a seminar with Dr Ronél Koch: The responsible use of AI
2024
Education Faculty: Lecturer community of practice, UWC | 12 June
Present a seminar: Utilising technology to enhance AI detection in marking
Stellenbosch University Postgraduate school | 25 April
Present a workshop: ATLAS.ti in practice
2023
Stellenbosch University Postgraduate school | 17 March
Present a workshop: Working with ATLAS.ti.
Contact me at sslouw@uwc.ac.za/susannahlouw@gmail.com