International Conference
From 7th to 8th August 2015
Organized by
The Department of English
GITAM University
Hyderabad
in association with
ELT@I Medak Chapter
(English Language Teachers’ Association of India)
www.eltaimedakchapter.com
GITAM UNIVERSITY is one of the premier centers of higher learning in the country. GITAM has held an unrivaled position in the academic firmament for over three decades. The learner-centered teaching methodology with outcome based curriculum designed by academic experts prepares GITAM graduates to successfully meet academic and corporate challenges.
School of Technology, Hyderabad
The School of Technology offers UG and PG programs in Engineering besides PhD program in Engineering and Sciences. It has state-of-the-art infrastructure and incorporates value education, social responsibility, and communication skills in the curriculum. It follows goal-oriented and innovative practices to mould students into a trustworthy, resourceful and multi-talented professionals.
The Department of English gives a practical thrust and humane touch to the teaching-learning process, thereby enabling students to cultivate a holistic understanding of socioeconomic reality and the role of technology for sustainable development. The department has two advanced multimedia English Language Laboratories as well as four Communication Skills Laboratories for activity based learning.
Conference Objective
The objective of the conference is to create a platform for academicians, research scholars and students to share their views on various aspects of English Language and Literature.
Sub-themes
• Impact of Technology on English Language
• Transitions in English Language (from 14th-21st Century)
• English Language in Journalism
• English Language in Films, Television, Advertisements and Social Media
• Englishes on Campuses
• English for Empowerment
• Politics of Language and Literature
• Literature in Translation
• Observations and Interpretations: Fiction, Non Fiction and Drama
• Sense and Sensibilities: Poetry, Song Lyrics, Ad Jingles and Graffiti
• Of People and Places: Travelogues, Biographies and Autobiographies
Guidelines for Paper Submission:
An abstract of about 250 - 300 words typed in a single column with double spacing (Font: Times New Roman, Size:12) should be sent to engconf.gitamhyd@gmail.com on or before 7 June, 2015.
Each participant should send only one abstract. Each paper must be presented by only one author. Co-authors may register separately. The word limit is between 2000 - 3000 words and should adhere to the latest MLA Style Sheet guidelines.
Full papers will be sent for peer review and selected ones will be published in the conference proceedings with ISBN |
