Elana Shohamy

Elana Shohamy is a linguist and researcher renowned for her work on language testing, bilingualism, and how language shapes thought. She studies how people learn, use, and evaluate languages, especially in multicultural and multilingual contexts. Her research helps improve language assessments and understand how language influences identity and perceptions. Shohamy’s work is valuable for educational policies, language learning, and promoting linguistic diversity, making her a key figure in understanding the relationship between language and society.