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Dr. S.Vijayakumar
Designation : Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)
Nature of Employment : Regular
Qualification : M.A. Eng, M.A .Linguistics, M.Phil, B.Ed. TESOL, Ph.D
Phone : 9940187775
Email ID : vijayakumar@crescent.education

Teaching

Educational Qualification

Degree Discipline Year of Passing Institution
Ph. D English Language Teaching December 2017 B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology
M. Phil American Literature December 2007 Annamalai University
M.A Linguistics December 2009 Annamalai University
M.A. English Literature October 2000 University of Madras  
B.Ed. English Language Teaching April 1998 University of Madras
B.A English Literature September 1996 A.M Jain College (University of Madras)

Certificate Programmes

TEFL Dec-2016 Teaching English as a Foreign Language. TEFL Entrust – US Certificate No-5689
TESOL May 2011 Teaching English to the Speakers of Other Languages Certified by the International TESOL Accreditation Authority (ITTA).
CAE- Certificate in Advanced English June-2007 University of Cambridge ESOL Exams (Council of Europe Level C1)
IELTS- Train the Trainer Certification Oct-2018 British Council- Certified

Teaching Experience 16 years in Higher Education

Institution Period of work
B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology (Assistant Professor) From July 2010 – till date
SRM Institute of Hotel Management (Lecturer) June 2008 – June 2010
Apollo Engineering College (Lecturer) July 2004- May-2008

Research Summary

Journal Publications 40
Patents 03
Book Publications 05
Chapter Publications (International) 13
Invited Talks and Research Workshops conducted 32
Papers presented 27
Conference Proceedings 08
Research Supervisor  
Ph.D awarded 02
Currently pursuing 03

Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=lLVWZskAAAAJ&hl=en

Scopus ID: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57211912860

WoS Profile: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/IST-2827-2023

Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Vijayakumar-Selvaraj

Orchid: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5932-3467

Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vijayakumar-s-b0115737/

Top Publications in WoS and Scopus

  • Vijayakumar S., Sheik Hameed N, et al., (2023). Designing Effective Computerized Assessments for Promoting Higher-Order Thinking Skills in Online Environments. Computer Assisted Language Learning Electronic Journal (CALL-EJ), 42(1), 2023, 63-83 Q-1 Journal Vol-24(2) 328-351. https://callej.org/index.php/journal/article/view/23
  • Biju, L., & Vijayakumar (2023). Systematic Review on the Impact of Technology-Supported Writing Environment for Developing Writing Skills. CALL-EJ, 12(3), 290–313. https://callej.org/index.php/journal/article/view/60
  • T. Sugadev, N. S. Hameed, S. Vijayakumar, P. Tamilarasan and M. S. Islam, “Portfolio Optimization Using Machine Learning Techniques,” 2023 4th International Conference on Computation, Automation and Knowledge Management (ICCAKM), Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 2023, pp. 1-7, doi: 10.1109/ICCAKM58659.2023.10449598. https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10449598
  • R. T, S. Vijaya. Kumar, R. Udhayakumar, N. Singh, M. H. Krishna and D. Kapila, “An Empirical Investigation of the Use of ML and Neural Networks in English Learning,” 2023 10th IEEE Uttar Pradesh Section International Conference on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering (UPCON), Gautam Buddha Nagar, India, 2023, pp. 686-691, doi: 10.1109/UPCON59197.2023.10434366 https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10434366
  • Vijayakumar et al.,(2024) Autonomous Language Learning in CALL Environments Using Transactional Distance Theory. Computer Assisted Language Learning Electronic Journal (CALL-EJ), 42(1), 2024, 63-83 Q-1 Journal Vol-25(1) 328-351.
  • Vijayakumar S., Tamil Arasan P., & Venkateswara U. (2023). Efficacy of ADDIE-Integrated Flipped Learning Model: An Intervention Study. International Journal of E-Adoption (IJEA), 15(2), 1-10. http://doi.org/10.4018/IJEA.316536
  • Vijayakumar, S., Saravanan.V, Lyndsay R. Buckingham, Tamilarasan & Catherine (2023). Impact of Gagne’s Model on L2 Online Environments. Computer Assisted Language Learning Electronic Journal (CALL-EJ), 42(1), 2023, 63-83 Q-1 Journal
  • Vijayakumar, S., Shah, A., H., Jahara, S. F., & Kumar, T. (2022). The Impact of Teacher-Regulated Versus Self-Regulated Flipped Learning. World Journal on Educational Technology: Current Issues. 14(6), 1857-1872 https://doi.org/10.18844/wjet.v14i6.8359​
  • S., Vijaya Kumar and Tamilarasan P. “A Comparative Analysis of Blended Models at Tertiary Level.” Machine Learning Approaches for Improvising Modern Learning Systems, edited by Zameer Gulzar and A. Anny Leema, IGI Global, 2021, pp. 248-271. Web of Science https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-5009-0.ch01
  • Vijayakumar, S., & Viswanathan, R. (2018). Performance analysis in blended and online classrooms: An experimental study. CALL-EJ, 19(2), 100-124. (Q-1 Scopus Indexed Journal) Retrieved from http://callej.org/journal/19-2/Kumar-Viswanathan2018.pdf
  • Vijayakumar, S., and S. Sultana. “Integration of multimedia for teaching writing skills.” CALL-EJ 17.2 (2016): 57-86. (Q-1 Scopus Indexed Journal) Retrieved from http://callej.org/journal/17-2/Kumar_Sultana2016.pdf
  • Sajidabanu and Vijayakumar.S (2022) Developing Speaking Skills at Tertiary level. Implicit versus Explicit approaches. International Journal of Early Childhood Special Education (INT-JECSE)DOI: 10.9756/INT-JECSE/V14I2.504 ISSN:1308-5581 Vol 14, Issue 02, 2022 (WoS)
  • John Basha.M , Vijayakumar.S, et al.(2023), Advancements in Natural Language Processing for Text Understanding, E3S Web Conf.Volume 399, 2023, (ICONNECT-2023)​
  • P. Ramadevi, S. Ayyasamy, Suryaprakash, Anilkumar, S. Vijayakumar, R. Sudha,(2023) Security for wireless sensor networks using cryptography, Measurement: Sensors,2023,100874,https://doi.org/10.1016/j.measen.2023.100874.
    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2665917423002106)
  • K. M A. Ahamed Zubair*1, A. Abdul Hai Hasani Nadwi2, S.Vijayakumar3, A. Sathikulameen4, M.Yasar Arafath Ali5. “Principles of Teaching Arabic Language in the Indian Context: Teachers’ View.” Ijaz Arabi Journal of Arabic Learning vol. 2, no. 3, pp. 575–584, ejournal.uin-malang.ac.id/index.php/ijazarabi/index, https://doi.org/10.18860%20/ijazarabi.v6i2.20625.

Patents

Research Supervisor Details

Completed
Mrs.Sadaffunisha “The Effect of Sub-Skills Approach on Reading Competency at the Tertiary Level :An Experimental Study” https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/handle/10603/419486  
Anuradha The Impact of CLIL Enabled Learning in Middle Schoolers: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Ongoing
Liyan Biju The Impact of Online Instruction on the Development of Writing skills at Tertiary level:A Mixed Methods approach
Sajida Banu.P Strategy Based Instruction for Facilitating Speaking Skills at L2 Context
Antony Desilva.D The Impact of Neurolinguistic Programming on Speaking Anxiety and Fluency

Faculty Induction and Refresher Programmes Attended

  • Completed a 4-Week Faculty Induction/Orientation Programme for “Faculty in Universities/Colleges/Institutes of Higher Education”from 23 April – 22 May, 2023 and obtained Grade A+.(Teaching Learning Centre Ramanujan College, University of Delhi)
  • Completed online Two-Week Refresher course in “English” from 18 June – 02 July 2023 and obtained Grade A. (Teaching Learning Centre and Department of English, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi (Accredited Grade ‘A++’ by NAAC)
  • Completed the 5-day Online FDP on the theme “Inculcating Universal Human Values in Technical Education” organized by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) from 17th April to 21st April 2023.

Book Publications

Coauthored books

  • Interactive English, A course book for first-year B.Tech students. Editions 1 ,2 3 & 4 (2014-2016) Patel printers ISBN 81-923-661-0-4

Awards

Journal Publications

Chapters in Edited books

  • Vijayakumar.S& Michael Wallace (2018). Revitalizing Writing Classrooms using Technology. Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp. 57-77). Frankfurt, ISBN 81-923-661-0-4
  • Vijayakumar.S & Michael Des Jardins (2018).Promises and Pitfalls of Blended and Online Instruction Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp. 67-87). Frankfurt, Scholar's press, Omniscriptum publishing. ISBN 81- 923-661-0-4
  • Vijayakumar.S, Catherine Anna Pushpam. A & Martin Saraceni (2018) Reimagining Blended Models for Course Delivery. Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp. 1-30). Frankfurt, Scholar's Press, ISBN 81- 923-661-0-4
  • Vijayakumar.S. An Empirical Approach to Alternative Assessment. Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp. 90-100).2019. ISBN 81-923-661-0-4
  • Vijayakumar.S. Fostering Language Skills using Wiki spaces. Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp.111-121).2019
  • Vijayakumar.S. SAMR- Model as a Pedagogical Framework to Teach Process Writing. Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp.111- 121).2019
  • Vijayakumar.S. Enhancing Communication Skills Through CLIL Approach in an Engineering Classroom: A Causal Comparative Design. Research Practices in Computer Assisted Language Teaching and Assessment (pp.111-121).2019
  • Vijayakumar.S. Fostering Writing skill through Constructivist Approach. Theories in language and literature. A praxis-oriented approach, Scholar Press, Germany PP 52-61
  • Dr. Md. Sahidul Islam & Dr.S.Vijayakumar. Theories in language and literature. A praxis-oriented approach, Scholar Press, Germany PP 109-114
  • Dr. Md. Sahidul Islam & Dr.S.Vijayakumar. A Theoretical Framework for Technology Integration in a Writing Classroom. Theories in language and literature.A praxis- oriented approach, Scholar Press, Germany PP 115-120
  • Mrs A.Catherine Anna Pushpam & Dr.S.Vijayakumar. Theories in language and literature. A praxis-oriented approach, Scholar Press, Germany PP 115-120
  • Vijayakumar.S. Interactive English, July 2015. ISBN 81-93-23661-0-4. Crescent University. Patel Printers (2016)
  • Vijayakumar.S. Travel Interactive English, July 2015. ISBN 81-93-23661-0-4

Papers published in Conference Proceedings

  • Vijayakumar.S. "Blending Theory, Pedagogy and Technology for Effective Learner Engagement". Proc. Methods and Outcomes of Research in English, India, Chennai. April ed. 2015 ed. Vol. 1. Chennai: Department of English and Foreign Languages, n.d. 195-200. Print. ISBN 978-81-908397-5-4
  • Vijayakumar.S. "One Size Fits All Approach to Material Design". Proc. of National Seminar on English Language Teaching in Connect with Digital Technology-Innovative Classroom Strategy for Gen Y Student, India, Chennai. April ed. Coimbatore: Bonfring, 2014. 53-55. Print. ISBN 978-93-83-459-537.
  • Vijayakumar.S. "Ten Commandments of Writing Pedagogy". Proc. Trends in English for Science & Technology with Special Focus on Technical Writing, India, Chennai. January ed. Chennai: Sathyabama U, 2014. 85-88. Print. ISBN 978-93-83409-03-7.
  • Vijayakumar. "Breaking the Writing Barriers and Empowering ESL Learners Using Multimedia Tools". Proc. of A Paradigm Shift in English Language Teaching & Testing: A Literary-Linguistic Approach, India, Chennai. March ed. Vol. 1. Chennai: Department of English: B.S. Abdur Rahman U, 2013. 108-12. Print. ISBN 978192366111
  • Vijayakumar.S. "Pedagogy Driven Multimedia Classroom: A Practical Approach". Proc. of Zealous Language Teaching, India, Chennai. March ed. Vol. 1. Chennai: Department of English and Foreign Languages, 2012. 54-57. Print. ISBN 9788190839723.
  • Vijayakumar.S, and Shahin Sultana. A. "Harnessing the Power of Multimedia Instruction in a Multilevel Class – A Practical Approach". Proc. of the Two-day National Seminar on Technology Integrated Language Teaching, India, Chennai. 2012 ed. Vol. 1. Chennai: Department of English, B.S.Abdur Rahman U, 2012. 24-32. Print. ISBN 81-923661-0-4.
  • Vijayakumar.S. "Need Analysis for Written Communication in an ESP Classroom – A Survey". Proc. of International Conference on Professional English (ICOPE 2012), India, Chennai. February ed. Chennai: VelTech U, 2012. 220-22. Print. ISBN 9788.
  • Vijayakumar.S." Integration of Technology for Interactive Writing in ESL Class: A Repertoire of Prewriting Tasks". Proc. of Strategies, Methodologies and Innovations in Language Education, India, Chennai. April ed. Vol. 1. Chennai. Department of English and Foreign Languages, 2011. 122-24. Print. ISBN 978-81-908-397-7-8

Resource person for Invited talks, Workshops and seminars

  • Resource Person in a Oneweek International Faculty Development Programme on “Pedagogies to Facilitate Online Offline and Blended Learning” organised by the Department of English and Foreign Languages, SRM University,Ramapuram Campus from 4th to 9th September.
  • Resource Person in a Five-Day Online FDP on “Emerging Trends in Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods” organised by the School of Advanced Sciences and the School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Chennai, from 19th to 23rd June 2023.
  • Resource person for a oneday workshop to the faculty of English Department on the art of Publishing in an high impact factor Journal at Loyola College , Chennai, on September-14 2022.
  •  Delivered an Invited talk at the SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram on Statistical tools for research on “Best Practices in online Education” to the faculty and M.Des students at the school of Design on 25.5.2022
  • Resource Person to the international virtual workshop on Thesis Writing  Organized by  Lavendar Literary club in collaboration with Malysian industrial relations and Human resource Association conducted in malaysia from 23rd to 25th March 2023
  •  Resource person in the Three Day International Virtual Workshop on Research Writing, Editing and Publishing Jointly Organized by Lavender Literary Club, Cape Comorin Trust, India, Malaysian Industrial Relations & Human Resource Association (MIRHA), Malaysia from 18-20 January 2023
  • Resource person in the three-day international workshop on Research Methodology and Research Article Writing. Jointly Organized by Lavender Literary Club, India, Cape Comorin Trust, India, Malaysian Industrial Relations & Human Resource Association (MIRHA), Malaysia, from 12- 14 May 2022
  • Delivered a talk on Importance of Theory in Educational Research and Practice on 9th September 2021 at World English Language Learners, Teachers and Trainers association.
  • Delivered an online talk on the nuances of writing a nonfiction book organized by the department of English at B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology on 4th July 2021.
  • Delivered a talk on 20th July 2021 at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Ramapuram on best practices in online education.
  • Resource person for a National Conference on  Contemporary Themes and Techniques at Language and Literature Research at karpagam University on 16th March 2021.
  • Delivered a talk at the induction programme at B.S Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science at Technology on 5 th June 2021 on National Educational Policy on leveraging Technology.
  • Resource Person for the International FDP on Research Design and Proposal Writing at Kalasilingam  Academy of Research and Education on 5th July 2021.
  • Invited Talk on writing a research paper organized by IQAC , Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women – Chennai on 29.5.2021.
  • Conducted a workshop on Thesis Writing on Jan 27 2021 organized by Loyola Institute of Engineering and Technology Andrapradesh
  • Resource person for a shorttern training programme on 1st March 2021 organized by the Department of English at B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology.
  • Delivered an Invited talk at the SRM University Sastra Deemed to be University on persuasive communication to the students of MBA on 4th December 2020
  • Delivered a talk at the expert webinar series organized by the department of English  Rajalakshmi Engineering College on 14th July 2020.
  • Resource person at the Shortterm training programme on Researh Methodology at MGR Educational and Research Institute  on 20th July 2000
  • Presented a invited talk on Academic Research for Beginners at D.G.Vaishnav College for women, Chrompet on 14th August 2019.
  • Presented a guest lecture exploiting web-based resources for Autonomous language learning at Tagore Engineering College on 10th March, 2018
  • Presented a Guest Lecture on autonomous learning for oral proficiency organized by the English Literary association of Valliammai Engineering College, SRM group Potheri On 10 March 2016
  • Presented a Guest Lecture on Effective Communication skills at ARM college of Engineering on 2nd September 2016
  • Presented a Guest Lecture on enhancing presentations using prezi at Apollo Engineering College-January 2016

Participation in/Orientation/Conference/Seminar/Workshop Attended

  • Participated in the two day online Academic English Conference organised by the Cambridge on 7th and 8th Feb 2023
  • Attended the TESOL 2022 International Convention & English Language Expo Hybrid | 22-25 March 2022, Conducted at Pittsburgh USA.
  • Participated in the web training of understanding Research Metrics for Quality Research organised by the office of the Dean, Research,on November 2nd 2022.
  • Completed a one day Propell workshop for TOEFL IBT on December 2018
  • Attended Three-Day Workshop on “Writing Quality Research Articles, Project Proposals and Patents” organized by the Office of the Dean Research, held at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, 20th – 22nd July 2018.
  • Participated in the Business English certificate coordination programme organized by Cambridge English on 9th February 2018.
  • Participated in the two day seminar on Industry Institution Collaboration for creating entrepreneurship ecosystem in educational institutions organized by Crescent Institute of Science & Technology on 11th and 12th January 2018. 
  • Participated in the two day workshop on research Methodology & Quality Assurance organized by the office of Dean, Academic Research Crescent Institute of Science &Technology held on 2nd and 3rd December 2016.
  • Participated in the one day colloquium on Emerging theories and Applications in English Literature and Language Teaching Research held on 13th February 2016. 
  • Participated in the one day colloquium on ‘Emerging Theories and Applications in English Literature and Language Teaching Research’ organized by B.S.Abdur Rahman University, Department of English on February 2016.
  • Participated in the One day workshop on Quality Assurance in Academic and Sponsored Research at Crescent Institute of Science &Technology on 7th March 2015
  • Participated in the International workshop on how to do a PhD to an International Standard and how to Publish Articles in Peer Reviewed journals organized by Higher Education Academy London held on 5.8.13 2013.
  • Participated in a two-day workshop on ‘Mobile Enhanced Language Learning’ organised by ELTAI in collaboration with B.S.Abdur Rahman University on 21st and 22nd August 2015.
  • Participated in the two-day Cambridge Master Trainers’ Workshop conducted by Cambridge English in July 2015.
  • Participated in the workshop on “Planning and delivering the lessons in an Outcome based education setting” on 3 January 2014 organized by Faculty Training Academy of B.S.Abdur Rahman University.
  • Participated in the workshop on “Drafting an Effective Lesson Plan: An OBTL Approach” on 10th October 2014 organized by Faculty Training Academy of B.S.Abdur Rahman University.
  • Participated in a one day workshop on “Seven Activities for English Classes in Engineering Colleges” organized by the Department of English, Loyola college of Engineering and Technology, on 22 February 2013.
  • Participated in the third International Workshop on Teaching and Learning in the Twenty First Century on 17th December, 2013 organized by the Faculty Training Academy, B.S.Abdur Rahman University.
  • Participated in the orientation programme for handling the textbook, Cambridge Business Benchmark – BEC Preliminary on 24 January 2013.
  • Participated in the co-ordination programme conducted for the Oral Examiners on 29th October 2012.
  • Participated in the training programme organized for BEC Preliminary Oral Examiners on 17th May 2012
  • Participated in the one-day state level Workshop “CELT 2013 – Creativity in English Language Teaching” held on 11 October 2012 at Crescent Institute of Science &Technology.
  • Participated in the all India Workshop on Research Methodology for teacher scholars conducted by Pondicherry University in association with University Grants Commission held from 18.8.11 to 19.8.11.
  • Participated in one-day training on BEC programme in December 2010.
  • Participated in the Refresher Programme on “E-Content Development” on 4th and 5th July 2013 organized by the Faculty Training Academy, B.S.Abdur Rahman University.
  • Participated in “Faculty Induction Training Programme” organized by the Faculty Training Academy, B.S.Abdur Rahman University from 15th to 17th July 2010.
  • Participated in the one day enrichment programme on soft Skills training organized by Career Guidance Cell, SRM University on 8th August 2009.
  • Participated in the International Tourism Workshop organized by SRM University from 14th to 15th September 2009.

Short Term and Induction Courses

Name of the Course/ Summer School Place Duration Sponsoring Agency
Induction training programme for faculty B. S.Abdm Rahman University 15/10/10 to 17/10/10 Faculty Training Academy
All India Workshop on Research Methodology for Teacher Scholars/ Academic Staff College Pondicherry University 18-08-2011 & 19-08-2011 UGC·MHRD
Faculty Development Programme for offering soft skills training for B.Tech graduates B. S.Abdm·Rahman University 08-12-2011 to 19-12-2011 Facuity Training Academy
Two Week faculty Development Programme on Teaching & Learning Crescent Institute of Science & Technology 29-6-2015 – 11-7-15 Faculty Training Academy
NPTL Onliite course -Applied Linguistics IIT Nladras July-Oct 2019 {12 weeks) SWAYAM
Short term Training Programme on Research Methods Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute July-20-July 27 Faculty of Humanities and Sciences

Editorial Board & Peer reviewer in WOS Journals

Doctoral Committee member

  • SRM Institute of Science and Technology
  • MGR University Research Institute of Higher Education
  • Vels Institute of
  • Sastra Deemed to be University

Viva-Voce Examiner

  • A Critical Study on the theme of Hybridity in the Select Novels of Bapsi Sidwa.Vels Institute of Science and Advanced Studies.(Viva Date 09.8.2023)

Papers Presented in National and International Conferences

  • Presented a paper titled treating Attention Deficit and hyperactivity disorder using Blended  Pedagogies.at the International Conference on learning and teaching at Coimbatore on 3rd November 2018
  • Presented a paper titled “Effectiveness of Enriched Virtual Model in Higher Education: A Mixed Methods Approach” at the National Conference on Challenges and Opportunities for Teaching and Research In English Language & Literature organized by the Division of Social Sciences & Languages, VIT Chennai on 23rd March 2018.
  • Presented a paper titled An Inclusive Framework for Syllabus Design during the International seminar on role of International Languages in Higher Education (ISRIL-18) held on 16th February 2018 at Hindustan University of Technology & Science.
  • Presented a paper titled Enhancing Learner Engagement in Writing in the two day International Conference held on April 24th and 25th 2015  Science, Technology, Engineering, English Language Learning & Academic Research (STELLAR) organized by the School of advanced sciences, VIT University.
  • Presented a paper titled “Applying Constructivism for Effective Instruction” at the National conference on Recent Advances in Science, Engineering and Management (NCRASEM-2015) organized by Tagore Engineering College on 20th March 2015.
  • Presented a paper titled “Blending Theory, Technology and Pedagogy for Effective Learner Engagement” at the 8th National Conference on Methods and Outcomes of Research in English (MORE 2015) at SRM University, in association with IATEFL on 30 & 31 March 2015.
  • Presented a paper on One Size fits all Approach to Material Design in the one day National Seminar on English Language Teaching in Connect with digital technology organized by division of Foreign Languages, VIT University on 12th April 2014.
  • Presented a paper on “Ten commandments of writing pedagogy” in the one-day National Conference on Trends in English for Science & Technology with Special Focus on Technical Writing (TEST’14) at Sathyabama University on 29 January 2014.
  • Presented a paper on “Exploiting Multimedia Resources for Language Teaching at Tertiary Level” in the National Conference on Innovations in English Language Teaching organized by Easwari Engineering College on 23rd November 2013.
  • Presented a paper on “Designing Multimedia Materials for Outcome Based Language Teaching” in the National Conference on Outcome Based Education –A Road to the Future organized by the department of Languages, Hindustan University from 4th to 6th December 2013.
  • Presented a paper titled Process writing Using Multimedia Framework at Tertiary Level in the 8th International Conference organized by department of English & Foreign Languages SRM University.2013.
  • Presented a paper on “Breaking the Writing Barriers and Empowering ESL Learning Using Multimedia Tools” in the two-day National Conference “A Paradigm Shift in English Language Teaching & Testing: A Literary / Linguistic Approach” on 14 & 15 March 2013 at Crescent Institute of Science &Technology.
  • Presented a paper titled “Integrating multimedia resources during process writing at tertiary level: An enhanced teaching paradigm” in the two day international conference on “Outcome Based Teaching and Learning of English” organized by the department of English, Anna University, Chennai on 1 & 2 March 2013.
  • Presented a paper titled “One Size Fits All – Designing Materials for the Heterogeneous Classroom” at the two-day national conference on “Instructional Methods and Materials for Outcome-based Education in English Language Teaching” on 10 & 11 October 2013.
  • Presented a paper entitled “A Rubric Driven Approach to Writing Pedagogy” in the two-day International Symposium on Testing English as a Second Language at Tertiary Level conducted by Anna University, Chennai, on 28-29 June-2012.
  • Presented a paper entitled “Pedagogy Driven Multimedia Classroom: A Practical Approach” in the proceedings of the two-day National Conference on Zealous Language Teaching organized by the department of English S.R.M University on 26th and 27th March 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Harnessing the Power of Multimedia Instruction in a Multilevel Class – A Practical Approach” at the two-day National Seminar on Technology Integrated Language Teaching – TILT 2012 on March 1 & 2, 2012 at B.S.Abdur Rahman University in association with Cambridge ESOL.
  • Presented a paper titled “Need Analysis for Written Communication in an ESP Classroom – A Survey” in the International Conference on Professional English (ICOPE 2012) held at Veltech Dr.RR & Dr. SR Technical University, Avadi on 15th & 16th February 2012.
  • Presented a paper titled “Integrating Technology for Brainstorming; A Plethora of Pre-writing Tasks” at the 6th International and 42nd Annual ELTAI Conference organized by VIT University, Vellore from 16 to 18 June 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Integration of technology for interactive Writing in an ESL Class” at the 6th National Conference SMILE 2011 organised by SRM University on 4th & 5th April 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Task Based Approach to Teaching Writing through Web Flash” at the UGC sponsored National Seminar on Applied Linguistics at the University of Madras on 15th & 16th March 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Synthesis of Contemporary Research on Academic Writing” in the 2nd National Conference on Recent Advancements in Science & Humanities organized by United Institute of Technology, Coimbatore on 18th & 19th March 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “A Meta-Analysis on Process-Writing in the two day International Seminar on Humanistic Language & Literature Teaching” organized by the Dept. of English, Anna University, Chennai, on 18th & 19th February 2011.
  • Presented a paper entitled Humanistic Approach to Language Teaching in the 5th International Conference organized by ELTAI in association with with British Council and American Centre at Anna Adrash College for Women from 5th to 7th August 2010.
  • Presented a paper entitled Task Based Language Teaching in the two day National Seminar on Teaching of General & Technical English organized by the Department of English, Anna University, Chennai on 5th and 6th February 2011.
  • Presented a paper titled “Women’s Competency & Leadership” organized by SRM Institute at 28th February 2009.
  • Presented a paper titled ‘Activity Based Learning’ in the fourth International Conference on Managing Mixed Ability Classes organized by British Council and American Centre, New Delhi on 7-9 August 2009.

Invited Talks

  • Resource person to the one-day workshop on Academic writing organized by the P.G. and research department of English. Ethiraj College for Women on October 1 2022.
  • Resource person for a one-day workshop to the faculty of the English Department on the art of Publishing in a high-impact factor Journal at Loyola College, Chennai, on September 14 2022.
  • Delivered an Invited talk at the SRM University to the faculty and M.Des students at the school of Design on 25.5.2022
  • Presented a Invited online talk on Critical Thinking for Academic Purpose Organized by NSHM College, Durgapur
  • Presented an invited talk on Academic Research for Beginners at SDNB Vaishnav College for Women on 14th August 2019
  • Presented a guest lecture on “Archiving Learrning Resources for Learning beyond Classrooms” to the teachers of Vidhyasagar group of schools on 14th July 2018
  • Presented a guest lecture exploiting web-based resources for Autonomous language learning at Tagore Engineering College on 10th March, 2018

Training Programs

  • Participated in five day STTP on “Research Essentials in English Language Teaching and Literature” organised by the Department of English, B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai during 4-8, January 2021.

Extension Activities

  • Resource person for the session on the topic, “The Subtle Art of Writing a Research Proposal” on 7.01.2021, during the five day STTP on “Research Essentials in English Language Teaching and Literature” organised by the Department of English, BSA Crescent Institute of Science and Technology during 4-8, January 2021.
  • Research Review Committee member of B.S.Abdur Rahman Institute of Science &Technology
  • 2019–2022–Member of the Board of Studies, Department of English, B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology, Vandalur, Chennai-48, TN
  • Scrutiny committee for thesis evaluation at B.S.Abdur Rahman Institute of Science &Technology
  • Member of the procotorial board.
  • One of the organizing committee members of the two-day  ICSSR-Sponsored National Workshop on Virtual Learning conducted by Department of English, B.S.Abdur Rahman University on 3rdand 4th February 2017.
  • One of the organizing committee members of on ‘Emerging Theories and Applications in English Literature and Language Teaching Research’ organized by the Department of English on February 2016.
  • One of the organizing committee members of National Workshop on Mobile Enhanced Language Learning, conducted on 21 to 22 August 2015 at B.S.Abdur Rahman University.
  • One of the organizing committee members of the two-day national conference, “A Paradigm Shift in English Language Teaching & Testing: A Literary/Linguistic Approach” held during 14-15 March 2013.
  • One of the organizing committee members of the one-day workshop, “Creativity in English Language Teaching – CELT 2012” held on 11 October 2012.
  • One of the organizing committee members of the two-day national conference on “Instructional Methods and Materials for Outcome-based Education in English Language Teaching” on 10 & 11 October 2013.
  • One of the organizing committee members of the two-day national seminar on “Technology Integrated Language Teaching” held during 1-2 March 2012.
  • Member of Professional bodies such as MERLOT & ELTAI.

Sessions Chaired / Conducted

  • Resource person for a webinar on Writing and Publishing a Non-Fiction Book at Crescent Institute of Science and Technology on 4th July 2020.
  • Resource Person for a One week one week short term training programme on Research Methods at Dr.MGR Educational and Research Institute from 20 to 27th July 2020.
  • Resource person in the Expert Webinar series on Designing Impact Research Organized by the Institute Innovation Cell, Rajalakshmi Engineering College on 14th July 2020.
  • Chairperson for a paper presentation session in the virtual conference on Emerging Trends in English and foreign language teaching from 18th to 29th May 2020
  • Chaired a session in the golden Jubilee International Conference Conducted by the college on 28th July 2020 to 30th July 2020.
  • Conducted a workshop session of English for Research Purpose at Sastra Institute of Science and Technology organized by Sastra School of Management and Pheonix Association on 7.12.19
  • Conducted a workshop on Tool kit for Early Researchers at Vaishnav College for Women on 13th September 13,2019 and September 17 2019
  • Conducted a workshop session at a two day workshop on Writing for Research Purposes at BSACIST on July 20, 2019
  • Conducted a session on “Communication skills” to the non-teaching staff during the programme organized by HR Office of B.S.Abdur Rahman Institute of Science &Technology.
  • Chaired a session at the International Conference on learning and teaching at Coimbatore on 3rd November 2018
  • Chaired a session in the International seminar on role of International Languages in Higher Education (ISRIL-18) held on 16thFebruary 2018 at Hindustan University of Technology & Science.
  • Presented a guest lecture exploiting web-based resources for Autonomous language learning at Tagore Engineering College on 10thMarch, 2018.
  • Presented a guest lecture on Activity Based Learning at Bharathiyar Matriculation Hr.Sec School on 31.3.18
  • Conducted a session on the use of Wikispaces for language Teaching in the ICSSR-Sponsored National Workshop on Virtual Learningconducted by the Department of English, B.S.Abdur Rahman University on 3rd& 4th February 2017.
  • Resource person for the one week training programme on “Communication Skills” for the Technical Staff  held at B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and     Technology, Chennai, India: 18th January to 22nd January 2016.
  • Conducted Communication Skills Courses for the employees various companies such as FORD cars, Mando Cars, Jasmine Infotech & Apollo Tyres.
  • Presented a Guest Lecture on autonomous learning for oral proficiency organized by the English Literary association of Valliammai Engineering College, SRM group Potheri On 10 March 2016
  • Presented a Guest Lecture on Effective Communication skills at ARM college of Engineering on 2nd September 2016.
  • Presented a Guest Lecture on enhancing presentations using prezi at Apollo Engineering College-January 2016.
  • Conducted a session on “Emerging Trends in Educational Technology” at Prasan Vidhya Balamandir on 25.6.16.

Courses Completed

  • Completed a two week online course on First steps in Data Science with Google Analytics a two week online course through future learn on January 2019
  • Completed a five week online course on Understanding Research Methods at the University of London through Coursera on September 2019
  • Completed a certificate course in publons as Multidisciplinary academic peer reviewer in 2017
  • Completed a twelve week online course on Introduction to Applied Linguistics offered by The Indian Institute of Technology August to October 2018.
  • Completed a Certificate in British Council on “Master Class for IELTS Trainers workshop during October 2018 session.
  • Completed a Noncredit course on Assessment and teaching of 21st century Skills authorized by the University of Melbourne and offered through Coursera on October 2018
  • Completed a four week online course on Research Writing offered by the University of Wollongong through future learn from July to August 2018.
  • Completed a six week online course on Introduction to TESOL and Applied Linguistics offered by the University of Leicester through future learn from July to August 2018.
  • Completed a three week online course on TESOL strategies offered by the University of Glasgow through future learn on July 2018.
  • Completed a six week online course on Research methods in Engineering through Edx from Jan-2018 to Feb-2018.
  • Completed a four week online course on English as a medium of instruction for academics conducted by the University of Southampton through future learn during December 2017- January 2018.
  • Completed a five week online course on learn on Blended Learning Essentials offered by the University of Leeds through future learn during January-2018.
  • Completed a three week online course on inside IELTS offered by British Council during September-2017.
  • Completed an three week online course in future learn entitled Communicating Complex information offered by Purdue University through Coursera during July-2017.
  • Completed a two week online course on “Introduction to Learning and Teaching in Higher Education” in offered by University of Sydney during April- 2017.
  • Completed a three week online course on “Educational Design in Higher Education” offered by university of Sydney in April- 2017.
  • Completed an eight week online course on “Developing your Research Project” in June-2017.
  • Completed a three week online course on “communicating complex Information” offered by university of Purdue in June – 2017.
  • Completed a Noncredit course on Assessment and teaching of 21stcentury Skills  authorized by the University of Melbourne and offered through Coursera on April 2018

Certificate Courses

  • Completed Web of Science certification series both Basic and Advanced organized by Clariviate in September 2020
  • ESOL- Level-4 Teaching Certification Feb2012. Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector. Certificate No-3313/X
  • Completed a certified peer reviewer course in ‘Elsevier’ through researchers academy September 2019
  • Completed a Certificate course in Advanced English Offered by the University of Cambridge ESOL Exams  (Council of Europe Level C1)
  • Completed a module on structuring your article offered by Elsevier Researcher Academy on 20th July 2016
  • Completed a module on how to prepare your manuscript offered by Elsevier Researcher Academy on 11th July 2016
  • Completed a module on Publishers origins roles and contributions offered by Elsevier Researcher Academy on 11thJuly 2016
  • Completed a module on using proper manuscript language offered by Elsevier Researcher Academy on 11th July 2016
  • Completed a module on “making sense using science” offered by Elsevier Researcher Academy on 11th July 2016
  • Completed a 140 hour Teaching English as a foreign Language (TEFL) certification through entrust TEFL at 2016

Consultancy

  • Editing and proofreading services to the research Scholars of B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science & Technology
  • Offering IELTS as a value added programme to the aspiring candidates.

Awards Won

  • Springer Best Paper Presentation Award for the research paper titled treating ADHD Using Blended Pedagogies.at the International Conference on learning and teaching at Coimbatore on 3rd November 2018.
  • Award for outstanding contribution as a reviewer for JALT-CALL a Scopus indexed Journal ISSN 1882-4215 for Vol.14 No1 December 2018.

Courses Taught

Course Code Course Name Degree & Semester
ENC 2131 Asian Literature B.A.English (Honors) III Semester
MSD 6014 Communication Skills MBA-I
ENC 1286 Business English B.COM LLB-I
ENC 1284 General English-II BSC/BCA-1
ENC 2182 Communication Skills Laboratory Biotech-II
GE 202 Confidence Building and Behavioral Skills Biotech/VI
EN 101 Technical English B.Tech – I
EN 102 Communication Skills Laboratory – I B.Tech – II
EN 201 Communication Skills Laboratory – II B.Tech – III
EN 121 Communicative English – I B.Arch – I
EN 122 Communicative English – II B.Arch – II
EN 611 Communication Skills Laboratory MCA – II
EN 605 Communication Skills – I MBA – I
EN 615 Communication Skills – II MBA – II
ENC 1182 General English-I B.Sc
ENC 1283 General English-II B.Sc.
ENC6281 Communication Skills M.Sc. (Actuarial Sci.)-I
ENB1181 Confidence Building and Behavioural Skills BSC-Biotech-II
ENB2182 Communication Skills Laboratory B.Tech.Bio Tech.