Amir Panahi Noor
Summary
Dr. Amir Panahi Noor is an Educational Technology researcher and developer currently focusing on AI-Enabled Social Robots in Language Learning.
With deep understanding and expertise in computer science, programming languages, and electronics, he has developed various tools used in research and education by many universities; including web-apps, educational software, social-robots/bots, and more.
Education
PhD in Applied Linguistics, Razi University (2024 – present)
Focusing on Robot Assisted Language Learning
M.A. in Applied Linguistics, Bojnord University (2016 – 2019)
Thesis title: Developing a Cost-Effective Eye-tracking System to Be Used in Applied Linguistics.
B.A. in English Language and Literature, Razi University (2009 – 2013)
Research Interests
- Robot Assisted Language Learning
- Educational Technology
- Computer Assisted Language Learning
- Psychology of Learning
Work Experience
English Language Teacher (2022 – present)
Ministry of Education, Iran
University Lecturer (2018 – 2019)
Bojnord University, Iran
Founder and CEO (2010 – present)
AmirAcademy, Iran
Developer, Editor and IT Support (2021 – present)
IranEditing Company, Razi University, Iran - Website
Technical Support (2022 – present)
Orazan Publications, Iran - Website
Technical Support (2020 – present)
FranceCo Import Company, Iran - Website
English Teacher (2009 – 2019)
Keyhan and Nosrat Language Institution
Award & Honors
Exemplary Teacher Award, Ministry of Education (2023, Karaj, Iran) - Link
Exemplary Teacher Award, Ministry of Education (2025, Kermanshah, Iran)
Technical & Research Experience
Publications
Patent and Inventions:
Ultrasonic Glasses for Blinds - Link
A Cost-Effective Eye-tracking System to Be Used in Applied Linguistics
Journal Papers:
The relative impact of L1 and L2 glosses on EFL learners’ vocabulary learning - Link
Conferences:
An Idiodynamic Exploration of Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety and Speech Fluency (2017)
Research Projects
- Dynamic Web Application Survey for Vanderbilt University, USA: Resulting in 3 research papers:
- Speech Analysis using PRAAT software: Measured students’ speech rate and fluency, resulting in 2 papers:
- Designing a fully dynamic web application to assess students using the principles of Computerized Dynamic Assessment based on Vygotskian theory of ZPD: Resulting in 2 papers:
Workshops
- Gamification in Language Learning using Kahoot Platform (Razi University, 2019)
- Using Technologies in Language Teaching (Ministry of Education, 2023)
Certifications
- English Language Teacher Training (Farhangian University, CFU, Iran)
- Arizona State University TESOL Professional Certificate
- Diploma, Python (Programming Language) Iran Technical & Vocational Training
- Diploma, International Computer Drivers License (ICDL), Iran Technical Vocational Training
- Diploma, Smart Phones and Electronics Devices Repair Certification, Iran Technical & Vocational Training
Those are only some of the courses that I had the opportunity to participate in.
Computer Skills
- Web Development, Full Stack (PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SQL, Bootstrap, MySQL)
- Large Language Models Implementations and Programming
- Artifical Intelligene Programming and Development
- Python Programming Language (Certified)
- PRAAT Speech Analysis Software
- IBM SPSS Statistics
- Data Science Libraries in Python (e.g., Matplotlib, NumPy, Scikit-learn)
- Gamification Technologies such as PyGame for Python
- Experienced in fine-tuning Large Language Models, NLP, and Machine Learning in Python
- WordPress Platform
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe After Effects
- International Computer Driving License (Certified, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Windows, Access, Internet and IT)
- FL Studio
- Visual Studio Code
- EndNote
- Arduino Prototyping Platform
- Raspberry Pi Platforms
Languages
- English (Advanced)
- French (Elementary)
- Persian/Farsi (Native)
- Kurdish (Native)
Hobbies
Multi-instrumentalist, playing Guitar, Piano, Drums, Tar, Setar, Harmonica, and more.
Electronic Hobbyist - Inventing useful tools is one of my greatest passions in life.