Publications

Books

• Rosa-Lugo, L., Mihai, F.M., & Nutta, J.W. (2020). Language and literacy development: English learners with communication disorders, from theory to application(2nd ed.). USA: Plural Publishing.
• Nutta, J.W., Strebel, C., Mihai, F.M., Crevecoeur-Bryant, E., & Mokhtari, K. (2018).Show, Tell, Build: 20 key instructional tools and techniques for English learners. Cambridge, MA: Harvard Education Press.
• Mihai, F.M. (2017). Assessing English learners in the content areas: A research-into-practice guide for educators (2nd ed.). Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan Press.
• Mihai, F.M., & Purmensky, K. (2016). Course design for TESOL: A guide for integrating curriculum and teaching. Ann Arbor, MI: The University of Michigan Press.
• Nutta, J.W, Strebel, C., Mokhtari,K., Mihai, F.M, & Crevecoeur-Bryant, E. (2014). Educating English learners:What every classroom teacher needs to know. Cambridge, MA: Harvard Education Press.
• Rosa-Lugo, L., Mihai, F.M., and Nutta, J.W. (2012). Language and literacy development: An interdisciplinary focus on English learners with communication disorders. USA: Plural Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M. (2010). Assessing English language learners in the content areas: A research into practice guide for educators. Ann Arbor, MI: The University of Michigan Press.
• Mihai, F.M (2007).  A complete preparation guide to the TOEFL® (iBT): Theoretical and practical considerations. Iasi, Romania: Polirom.

Articles/Essays

• Bari, E. & Mihai, F.M. (2023). Translanguaging and second language acquisition: A brief look at the available evidence. Sunshine State TESOL Journal, 16(1), 5-12.
  
• Torres, C. & Mihai, F. M. (2023). Implementación de Retroalimentación Dinámica Correctiva en un ambiente de aprendizaje a distancia: Lecciones y retos [Implementing dynamic written corrective feedback in a distance learning environment: Lessons and challenges]. Hachetetepé. Revista científica en Educación y Comunicación, 2204. https://doi.org/10.25267/Hachetetepe.2023.i27.2204
  
• Mihai, F., Nutta, J., Purmensky, K., Mendez, L., & Monroe, L. (2021). Digital badges in teacher preparation programs: Increasing the effectiveness of English learners teaching skills (this study was funded through a grant provided by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of English Language Acquisition, Grant ID: 14236011). Journal of Narrative and Language Studies, 9(17), 198–210. 
• Kourova, A., & Mihai, F.M. (2021). Building Bridges with Language and Culture in Russia (Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad): Focusing on intercultural sensitivity. Russian Language Journal (A Journal of the American Council of Teachers of Russian), 71(1), 67-90.
  
• Purmensky, K., Xiong, Y., Nutta, J., Mihai, F.M., & Mendez, L. (2020). Microcredentialing of English learner teaching skills: An exploratory study of digital badges as an assessment tool. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education, 20(1), 199-226.
  
• Rosa-Lugo, L. I., Mihai, F. M., & Nutta, J. W. (2017). Preparation of speech-language pathologists to work with English learners (ELs): Incorporating interprofessional education (IPE) and interprofessional collaborative practice (IPP) competencies. Perspectives of the ASHA SIGs, 2 (SIG 14 Cultural and Linguistic Diversity), 103–121. doi: 10.1044/persp2.SIG14.103
• Coker, C., & Mihai, F.M. (2017). Personality traits and second language acquisition: The influence of the Enneagram on adult ESOL students. TESOL Journal, 8(2), 432-449. doi:10.1002/tesj.281
• Mihai, F.M., & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2014). Accommodations and English Learners:Inconsistencies in policies and practice. The Tapestry Journal: An International Multidisciplinary Journal on English Language Learner Education, 6(2), 1-9.
• Johnson, K., Lewis, R., & Mihai, F.M. (September, 2013). Saudi women in ESL classrooms in the United States: Challenges and solutions. TESOL Intensive English Program Interest Section (IEPIS) Newsletter.
  
• Mihai, F.M. (2009). To teach or not to teach culture in English language classes: Benefits, challenges, and pedagogical considerations. Analele stiintifice ale Universitatii "Al.I.Cuza" din Iasi. Serie noua. Limbi si literaturi straine (Al.I Cuza Scientific Annals. New series. Foreign Languages and Literatures), XII, 267-278.
• Mihai, F.M., Pappamihiel, N.E., & McNulty, C.P.(2008). Helping ELLs negotiate the text of large-scale assessments. Focus on Inclusive Education, 6(2), 1-6.
• Jernigan, J., & Mihai, F.M. (2008). Error treatment preferences of adult intensive English program students: Does proficiency matter? CATESOL Journal, 20(1), 110-123.
• Mihai, F.M. (2008). A global curriculum for English language teaching: Distant prospect or palpable reality? In L. Andrei-Cocarta & S. Chiper (Eds.), 1st Language for Specific Purposes International Conference: Vol.1. Cultural and linguistic diversity in a world of global pluralism (pp. 37-51). Iasi, Romania: Timpul.
• Mihai, F.M. (2008) Do English as a second language (ESL) learners really want to be corrected? Student perceptions before and after a systematic direct correction activity.. Analele stiintifice ale Universitatii "Al.I.Cuza" din Iasi. Serie noua. Limbi si literaturi straine (Al.I Cuza Scientific Annals. New series. Foreign Languages and Literatures), XI, 245-253.
• Pappamihiel, N.E., Nishimata, T., & Mihai, F.M. (2008). Timed writing and adult ESL learners: An investigation of first language use in invention strategies. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 51(5), 386-394.
• Mihai, F. M. (2007). Corrective feedback in the context of focus-on-form English language instruction: Definition, typology, preferences, and effectiveness. Analele stiintifice ale Universitatii "Al.I.Cuza" din Iasi. Serie noua. Limbi si literaturi straine (Al.I Cuza Scientific Annals. New series. Foreign Languages and Literatures), X, 265-276.
• Mihai, F.M., & Bodur, Y. (2006). Assessing the effect of professional development on teaching reading to Limited English Proficient (LEP) students: A study of K-12 Florida teachers.Florida Association of Teacher Educators Journal, 1(6), 101-115.
• Mihai, F.M. (2006). Second language acquisition theories in the context of foreign language teaching in Romania: A historical perspective. Analele stiintifice ale Universitatii "Al.I.Cuza" din Iasi. Serie noua. Limbi si literaturi straine (Al.I Cuza Scientific Annals. New series. Foreign Languages and Literatures), VIII-IX, 441-452.
• Pappamihiel, N.E. & Mihai, F.M. (2006). Assessing English language learners' content knowledge in middle school classrooms. Middle School Journal, 38 (1), 34-43 .
• Mihai, F.M. (2005).The teaching and learning of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in Romania after 1989: A comprehensive analysis. Analele stiintifice ale Universitatii "Al.I.Cuza" din Iasi. Serie noua. Limbi si literaturi straine (Al.I Cuza Scientific Annals. New series. Foreign Languages and Literatures), VI-VII, 214-236.

Book Sections/Chapters

• Mihai, F.M. (2025). Using proficiency testing to improve instruction: WIDA ACCESS for ELLs. In J.M. Govoni, & C. Lovell (Eds.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (5th ed.). Kendall Hunt Publishing.

   

• Mihai, F.M. (2025). ELs and content area assessment: Large-scale and classroom-based considerations. In J.M. Govoni, & C. Lovell (Eds.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (5th ed.). Kendall Hunt Publishing.

• Mihai, F. (2023). Comparing two+ related samples. In C. Chapelle (Ed.), The encyclopedia of applied linguistics (2nd ed.).  Blackwell.
  

• Mihai, F.M., Nutta, J.W., Purmensky, K., Mendez, L., & Monroe, L. (2022). Infusing simulation technology in teacher preparation programs: Improving English learner teaching skills through digital badges. In C. Pu & W. Wright (Eds.), Innovating the practicum in TESOL education: Design, implementation, and pedagogy in an era of change. Routledge. 

• Mihai, F.M. (2021). Using proficiency testing to improve instruction: WIDA ACCESS for ELLs. In J.M. Govoni, & C. Lovell (Eds.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (4th ed.). Kendall Hunt Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M. (2021). ELs and content area assessment: Large scale and classroom-based considerations. In J.M. Govoni, & C. Lovell (Eds.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (4th ed.). Kendall Hunt Publishing.
• Purmensky, K., Nutta, J., Mihai, F.M., Monroe, L., Mendez, L., & Xiong, Y.(2020). Micro-credentialing of English learner teaching skills (MELTS): Innovative practices in digital badging. In T. Erben (Ed.), 40 years SSTESOL: A chronicle of ESOL advocacy, research and practice in Florida. Sunshine State TESOL Press.
• Mokhtari, K., Strebel, C., Mihai, F.M., Nutta, J., & Crevecoeur-Bryant, E. (2020). The quest for linguistically responsive questioning: Using knowledge of English oral proficiency levels to engage English learners. In E. Ortlieb, S. Grote-Garcia, J. Cassidy, & Earl H. Cheek, Jr. (Eds.), What’s hot in literacy: Exemplary models of effective practice.  Emerald Publishing.
  
• Mihai, F.M. (2018). ELs and content area assessment: Large scale and classroom-based applications. In J.M.Govoni (Ed.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (3nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M. (2018). Using proficiency testing to improve instruction: WIDA. In J.M.Govoni (Ed.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (3nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M., & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2014). Using proficiency testing to improve instruction: WIDA and CELLA. In J.M.Govoni (Ed.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendell Hunt Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M., & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2014). ELs and content area assessment: Large scale and classroom-based applications. In J.M.Govoni (Ed.), Preparing the way: Teaching ELs in the K-12 classrooms (2nd ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendell Hunt Publishing.
• Humphries, S., & Mihai, F.M. (2012). Addressing the challenges of online assessment: Practical solutions for TESOL instructors. In L. England (Ed.), Online language teacher education: TESOL perspectives. New York, NY: Routledge.
• Mihai, F.M. & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2012). Strengthening the curriculum by adding  English learner-specific coursework and related field experiences. In J.W. Nutta, K. Mokhtari, & C. Strebel (Eds.), Preparing every teacher to reach English learners: A practical guide to teacher educators.Cambridge, MA: Harvard Education Press.
• Mihai, F.M. & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2010). English Language Learners (ELLs) and content area assessment: Large-scale and classroom-based considerations. In J.M. Govoni (Ed.), Preparing the Way:Teaching ELLs in the K-12 Classroom. Dubuque, IA: Kendell Hunt Publishing.
• Pappamihiel, N.E. & Mihai, F.M. (2010). Using proficiency testing to improve instruction: WIDA and classroom standards. In J.M. Govoni (Ed.), Preparing the Way:Teaching ELLs in the K-12 Classroom. Dubuque, IA: Kendell Hunt Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M. & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2007). Assessing English Language Learners in the mainstream classroom. In J.M. Govoni (Ed.), Perspectives on teaching English Language Learners in the K-12 Classroom (2nd ed.). USA: Pearson Custom Publishing.
• Mihai, F.M. & Pappamihiel, N.E. (2006). Assessing English Language Learners in the mainstream classroom. In J.M. Govoni (Ed.), Perspectives on teaching English Language Learners in the K-12 Classroom . USA: Pearson Longman.

Awards

• University of Central Florida Scroll & Quill Society Inductee 2018
  
• University of Central Florida Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Award (SoTL) 2015, 2023
  
• University of Central Florida Research Incentive Award (RIA) 2011, 2018, 2023
  
• University of Central Florida Teaching Incentive Program (TIP) Award 2011, 2018
  

Courses

• Fall 2025
• Spring 2026