Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bekalu Atnafu Taye | Pedagogy | Best Researcher Award
Kotebe University of Education | Ethiopia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bekalu Atnafu Taye is a distinguished scholar in English Language Education with extensive expertise in TEFL, special needs education, and psychosocial determinants of learning. Holding a PhD and two MAs from Addis Ababa University, he has contributed significantly to research on language anxiety, multilingual education, and educational policy. His academic career spans multiple leadership roles, including Associate Professor at Kotebe University of Education, Director of Centres of Excellence in Research, and Associate Editor of the Kotebe Journal of Education. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bekalu Atnafu Taye has published extensively in national and international journals, authored monographs, prepared teaching materials, and supervised PhD students. He has coordinated and contributed to local and international research projects and grants, including collaborations with the University of Bristol and the East African Education Research Network. His professional services include journal peer reviews, training workshops, and consultancy for educational institutions. Recognized with multiple awards and appreciation letters, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bekalu Atnafu Taye exemplifies academic excellence, research impact, and leadership in advancing education in Ethiopia and beyond.
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Featured Publications
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Taye, B. A. (2019). The medium of instruction in Ethiopian higher education institutions. African Journal of Teacher Education, 8(2), 1–24.
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Taye, B. A. (2018). Language anxiety and achievement among freshman students of Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia. African Journal of Teacher Education, 7(2).
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Taye, B. A. (2017). Ethnic federalism and conflict in Ethiopia. African Journal on Conflict Resolution, 17(2), 41–66.
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Taye, B. A. (2017). Verbal behaviors of teachers and student anxiety in language classes. Bahir Dar University Journal of Education, 17(1).
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Taye, B. A. (2018). Ethnic cleansing in Ethiopia. Peace Research, 50(1), 77–104.