Larissa Chuprina
About Larissa Chuprina
Larissa Chuprina is a Job Training and Learning Specialist with expertise in intercultural communication. She has held various academic positions and conducts research in self-directed learning and cross-cultural adaptability.
Job Training and Learning Specialist Role
Larissa Chuprina serves as a Job Training and Learning Specialist, focusing on enhancing career-related skills and providing educational support. She teaches English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at Shoreline Goodwill Industries, where she helps individuals improve their language skills for better job opportunities. Her role emphasizes practical training and learning strategies tailored to diverse learners.
Education and Expertise
Larissa Chuprina holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Management and Education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, completed between 1997 and 2001. She also earned a Master of Arts in English and Linguistics from V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University, where she studied from 1973 to 1979. Additionally, she studied Management and Business at Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics for one year in 1991-1992. Her educational background supports her expertise in intercultural and cross-cultural communication.
Background in Higher Education
From 2005 to 2007, Larissa Chuprina worked as a Visiting Professor in Adult Education and Training at Seattle University. During her tenure, she contributed to the academic development of adult learners, focusing on effective teaching methods and learning strategies. Her experience in higher education complements her current role in job training.
Research Focus and Interests
Larissa Chuprina conducts research in the fields of Self-Directed Learning and Cross-Cultural Adaptability. Her research interests align with her teaching and training roles, allowing her to integrate her findings into her educational practices. This focus enhances her ability to support learners from diverse backgrounds.
Teaching and Consulting in Diversity
In addition to her role at Goodwill Industries, Larissa serves as an Adjunct Professor and Trainer and Consultant on Diversity in Education and Workplace. She teaches Linguistics and Methods of Teaching Languages at the School of TESOL in Seattle, WA. Her work in diversity education aims to foster inclusive learning environments.