Teaching English
Language in Higher Education Institutes in the Present Time
The Faculty Forum on "Teaching English Language in Higher
Education Institutes in the Present Time" was held on July 27, 2024, at
the University Seminar hall from 2:30 to 3:30 PM. The event was organized by
the Department of English and included participation from faculty members. The
forum aimed to address contemporary challenges and opportunities in teaching
English language in higher education institutes and to share innovative
strategies and practices.
Panel Discussions
As the forum is an in-house initiative, panelists included the three
faculty members from the department: Dr. Kuldeepsinh Jadeja, Dr. Vidhi
Mehta and Ms. Niti Vachani. The panel had a rigorous discussion on the
following key points.
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Role of session planning in making teaching effective
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Challenges of digital literacy among students.
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developing courses that align with students' career aspirations.
● Methods for continuous assessment and feedback.
● Ways of facilitating language instruction, making learning more accessible and engaging for students.
Open House Discussion
Following the panel discussion, an open house session was held, allowing participants to engage in an interactive dialogue with the panelists. Key topics raised during the open house included:
● Student engagement
● Managing discipline related issues in large classes
The Faculty Forum provided valuable insights on teaching English in higher education Institutes in Present Time. The panel discussion and open house fostered a collaborative environment where participants could share experiences and ideas. The event highlighted the importance of adapting teaching methods to keep pace with technological advancements and the diverse needs of students.
