Mark Lawson holds Masters degrees in linguistics (University College London) and technology-enhanced learning(University of Lancaster), a BA in literature, film, and drama from the University of Reading, and the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA). He has significant experience in materials development, educational technology, and examining and teaching for the IELTS examination. Mark has previously taught and managed English courses for Hong Kong University, HKUST, the British Council, and other institutions in the Middle East, Malaysia, South Korea, and the UK.