International Conference on Emerging Approaches and Methods in English Language Teaching Dec 2015

Two day International Conference
on
Emerging Approaches and Methods in
English Language Teaching (EAMELT)
9 & 10 December 2015
Kongu Engineering College
Perundurai, Erode, Tamil Nadu

17th International Conference on English Language and Linguistics

ICELL 2015 : 17th International Conference on English Language and Linguistics

Chicago, USA
October 8 - 9, 2015

Conference Objectives

The ICELL 2015: 17th International Conference on English Language and Linguistics aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results about all aspects of English Language and Linguistics. It also provides the premier interdisciplinary forum for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns, practical challenges encountered and the solutions adopted in the field of English Language and Linguistics.

Call for Contributions

All honourable authors are kindly encouraged to contribute to and help shape the conference through submissions of their research abstracts, papers and e-posters. Also, high quality research contributions describing original and unpublished results of conceptual, constructive, empirical, experimental, or theoretical work in all areas of English Language and Linguistics are cordially invited for presentation at the conference. The conference solicits contributions of abstracts, papers and e-posters that address themes and topics of the conference, including figures, tables and references of novel research material.WASET

Conference Proceedings

All submitted conference papers will be blind peer reviewed by three competent reviewers. The post conference proceedings will be abstracted and indexed in the International Science Index , and submitted to be indexed in the Google Scholar, Scopus and Thomson Reuters. The conference abstracts and proceedings book, CD and certificate of presentation will be distributed to the conference participants at the conference registration desk. 

Special Journal Issues

ICELL 2015 has teamed up with the Special Journal Issue on Advances in English Language and Linguistics. A number of selected high-impact full text papers will also be considered for the special journal issues. All submitted papers will have opportunities for consideration for this Special Journal Issue. The paper selection will be carried out during the peer review process as well as at the conference presentation stage. Submitted papers must not be under consideration by any other journal or publication. The final decision for paper selection will be made based on peer review reports by the Guest Editors and the Editor-in-Chief jointly. Selected full text papers will be online published as free of charge.

Conference Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities

The Conference offers the opportunity to become a sponsor or exhibitor in the Conference, please download and fill in theConference Sponsorship Request Form

Important Dates

Paper submissions Notification of acceptance Final paper submission and authors' registration Conference Dates

August 20, 2015 August 31, 2015 September 8, 2015 October 8 - 9, 2015

National Seminar on ‘Contemporary Literary Discourses in Indian English’ 2015

National Seminar on ‘Contemporary Literary Discourses in Indian English’

 August 2015, Karnataka, India

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UGC Sponsored National Seminar (Sixth National Level Activity of the Dept. of English)On ‘Contemporary Literary Discourses in Indian English‘ 28-29, August 2015

 Organized by

The Department of English

Sri Bhuvanendra College, Karkala

ABOUT KARKALA:

Karkala is a historic town in Udupi District, known for idol carving and cashew exporting. It is situated on the foothills of the Western Ghats, a bio-diversity hot spot. It is 54 kms away from  the Port City, Mangalore and 36 kms away from the Temple City, Udupi. These two cities have the well connectivity of the railways. Bajpe Airport is only 50 kms away from this town. The Holy places – Dharmasthala, Srigeri, Kollur, and Horanadu are within the radius of 65 kms.

The monolithic statue Gommateshwara, Chathurmukh Basadi, Sri Venkatramana Temple, St. Lawrence Church and Koti-Chennayya Theme Park are the important tourist spots.  Beedi rolling and cashew processing are the important economic activities which have been supporting thousands of families for their livelihood.

About the College:

Sri Bhuvanendra College, affiliated to the Mangalore University, is a premier institution in Coastal Karnataka.  The college campus is situated on the beautiful outskirts of Karkala Town, a place quite congenial for the higher studies. It has excellent educational facilities with well equipped laboratories and infrastructure. It has a good library with the collection of 80,000 volumes. A Post graduate is also functioning on this campus with Commerce, Economics and Mathematics.  Three hostels – two for men and one for women are accommodating 600 students.

About the Dept. of English:

The Dept. of English has been organising the seminars/workshops regularly ever since the Golden Jubilee Year of the college. So far five National Level activities have been conducted. The scholars like Prof. Sumanyu Satpathy, Delhi, Prof. G.J.V. Prasad, New Delhi, Prof. S.R. Narayana Rao, Kumta,  Dr. Ganesh Devy, Baroda, Dr. R. Shashidhar, M’lore, Dr. Maya Pandit, Hyderabad, Prof. R.K. Dhawan, Delhi, Dr. H.S. Shivaprakash, New Delhi, Prof. Dilipkumar Basu, Delhi, Prof. Rajendra Chenni, Shimoga, Dr. Purushotham Bilimale, New Delhi, Dr. B.Y. Patil, Harihara, Dr. Nataraj Huliyar, B’lore, Dr. C. Naganna, Mysore, Dr. M.G. Hegde, Kumta, Dr. R.G. Hegde, Dandeli, Dr. Ravishankar Rao, M’lore, Dr. Marie Raj, Goa, Dr. Madhav Bhat, Puttur and so on participated in the past and enlightended the delegates with their scholarly presentations.

Participating Scholars:

1. Pushpinder Syal, Punjab University, Chandigrah
2. Mahadev, Mysore Univeristy
3. Nataraj Huliyar, Bangalore Univeristy
4. B.Y. Patil, Alva’s PG Studies Centre, Moodabidri
5. M.G. Hegde, Dr. A.V. Baliga College, Kumta
6. Dolle Gouder, S.B. Arts College, Gulbarga
7. R.G. Hegde, Bangur Nagar College, Dandeli
8. Ravishankar Rao, Mangalore University

Call for Papers:

The teachers, research scholars and students are invited to send the papers on any of the following sub-themes:

• Colonial Literary Discourses
• Contemporary Critical Discourses
• Dalit Literary Discourse
• Feminist Discourse
• Representation of Ideologies
• Social Literary Debates
• Cultural Tensions
• Marginalized Voices

The paper may be presented on any one of the sub-themes with reference to any Indian English or any Regional book.

Paper should be a word file with 1.5 line spacing with 1.5” wide margin on the left and 0.5” on the right. Font size for the headings should be 12, sub-headings and text should be 11. Times New Roman font should be preferred. Paper should not exceed 1000 words. The cover page of the paper must contain the title of the paper, author’s name, address with mail id and contact no. references should be given separately at the end of the paper and arranged in the alphabetical order.

The paper may be mailed to the Seminar Coordinator on or before 10^th  August 2015. The hard copy of the paper should be submitted at the Registration Counter on the first day of the seminar.

Registration Fee:

For Teachers, Research Scholars and Paper Presenters Rs. 100/-

For Students Rs. 50/-

The fee should be paid by cash at the Registration Counter.

Accommodation:

A simple accommodation can be provided in the hostels for the out – station delegates on first come first serve.

For accommodation they may kindly contact the following hotels:

Hotel Prakash- 08258-234981

Hotel Suhag- 08258-231991

Kateel International -08258-298233

Hotel Swagath- 08258-230755

Contact Details:

Dr. P. V. Gowda

Principal

9480229923

Dr. Devidas S. Naik (devidasnayak.karkala@gmail.com)

Head, Dept. of English and Coordinator

9986112977, 8861910590.

International Conference & Workshop ‘LITFEST – 2015′

International Conference & Workshop ‘LITFEST – 2015′ September 2015, Chennai

Topics proposed for Presentation – Litfest ’15

• The Theory and Practice of Comic Literature
• Comics: Intercultural Perspectives
• Comics: A Critique of Socio-Political Realities
• Comics and Culture Studies
• Multimediality in Comics
• Traditions of Comics in India
• Transportation of Comics into Films
• Comics: A Historical Perspective/Historical Perspectives
• Comics: A Reflection of the Spirit of Times (Zeitgeist)
• Comics and Gender
• Comics and Myths
• Autobiographical Comics
• Comics and ELT
• The Future of Comics

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 Guidelines:

1. Papers should be original.
2. The abstract, not exceeding 300 words, should be submitted on or before 15^th July through e-mail to the addressliteraryseminary@drmgrdu.ac.in
3. Detailed papers not exceeding 7 pages should be submitted by 14^th August 2015.
4. All abstracts and papers must carry Full Name, Contact Number and Address of the author.
5. The font to be used is Times New Roman with font size 16 for headers, 14 for sub-titles and 12 for text.
6. Please format your document in the following manner:  Page alignment– Justified, Margin– 1 inch on all sides and Line Space– 1.5.
7. The paper should strictly adhere to MLA Style Format.

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  Important Dates to Remember:

1.  15th July :  Submission of Abstracts through e-mail with all details.
2. 25th July : Intimation of acceptance of Abstracts.
3. 14th August : Submission of the paper with full details, both  soft copy and hard copy with the registration fee.

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 Publication:

Selected peer reviewed papers will be published either in Scopus Indexed Journal or Internationally reputed Journal with ISSN No.

Please note: Separate charges will be collected from the candidates based upon selection of the Journal.

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 Workshop

Delegates are invited to attend the workshop alone on payment of Rs.1000.

Highlights of the workshop

1)Done by experts to open a new avenue of literature which is popular in Western culture.

2)Related to the Indian culture through stories like Amar Chitra Katha and Indrajal comics.

Interested candidates can send the registration form duly filled in with the registration fees in favour of Dr.MGR Educational and Research Institute Madhuravoyal, Chennai-95.

note:closing date for registration 26th August.

Workshop Registration

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Internal Resource Persons and Panelists:

Dr. Ganesh, Prof. of English & HoD, Madras Christian College                                    Conference Advisor

Dr. Padma Ravindran,Former Prof. of English & HoD  Ethiraj College                        Conference Advisor

Dr. R. Pushkala, Prof. of English & HoD, Dr. M.G.R. ERI University                              Faculty Advisor

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 Conference Organising  Committee:

Conference Convener: Dr. S. Padmasani Kannan, Convener, The Literary Seminary

Email: literaryseminary@drmgrdu.ac.in

Student Convener: Mr. Libin Roy Thomas

Email: libinroythomas@gmail.com or literaryseminary@gmail.com.

For more information, please visit literaryseminary.org/litfest-15.

National Seminar on Meaningful Teaching and Skill-Based Education July 2015

National Seminar on Meaningful Teaching and Skill-Based Education
10 July, 2015
Department of Education
Mewar Institute of Management

7th Research Methodology workshop August 2015

Prestige Institute of Management

Gwalior 

7th Research Methodology workshop

organized by 

Prestige Institute of Management

Gwalior 

August 20-23, 2015.

Analyzing data through inferential statistical techniques using software like SPSS, AMOS, Eviews, and MATLABS etc. is essential for effective decision making. Experience has shown that only a solid training in statistical analysis using software leads to their increased application in research in turn improving the quality of research output.
This workshop is designed to train the participants to work on quality research in Management and IT. It aims at developing the ability to undertake rigorous and relevant research in Management and organizational context and to enhance their performance as reflective practitioners. The programs will guide and equip participants in designing and implementing research projects on their own, and also enable them to carry out a clear brief and actionable research work.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Identify Research Problem, Select Research Design & Frame Research objectives.
Writing good review of literature.
Selection of statistical tools for inferential analysis.
Hands on practice using SPSS, Eviews and AMOS for analyzing data on statistical methods such as: Regression Analysis, ANOVA, Exploratory Factor Analysis, Confirmatory Factor Analysis, Structural Equation Modeling, Conjoint, Discriminant Analysis, Cluster Analysis, Multidimensional Scaling, Multidimensional Analysis, Logit & Probit, in addition to all the statistical tools applicable to Univariate and Bivariate research studies.
Parallel Sessions on MATLAB for data Analysis.
Writing Good research paper or PhD Thesis including references styles .
A publication to the credit of each participant.
Publication of selected papers in edited book/Prestige Journal of Management and IT, “Sanchayan”

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

The Program is targeted at the faculty members, project leaders, Business Analysts, Research Scholars and students interested in research. Executives taking care of strategic planning, HRD, SCM, Demand Forecasting, equity research, Portfolio research, Branding and Sales Management will also find the workshop useful.

HOW TO APPLY

Transfer Registration amount in the A/C no 0328002100028783 in Punjab National Bank, Mall Road, Morar, Gwalior, IFS Code PUNB 032800 and email the receipt along with filled in registration form.
Email, filled in registration form along with DD of the required amount in favor of “Director Prestige Institute of Management, Gwalior”.
Continuing the quality track record of past six National Research Methodology workshops, the 7th National RMW is intended to foster a deep understanding of the basic principles of research and to develop capabilities for writing good research paper, consistent with professional practice and ethical principles.
You are kindly requested to circulate this information to the concerned departments and faculty members of your institute. Interested candidates can confirm their participation in the workshop by writing a mail to nischay.upamannyu@prestigegwl.org.

LAST DATE FOR ONLINE ENROLLMENT: August 16, 2015

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries about the workshop. For your convenience, we have enclosed herewith the National Research Methodology workshop -2015 Brochure and Registration Form. Please circulate this information among your colleagues for a wider participation. Please see the attached files for workshop details.
In anticipation of your active participation!

SET for TS and AP States 2014

SET for TS and AP States 2014

Osmania University, Hyderabad 

Press Note for Certificate Verification

The candidates who have qualified in State Eligibility Test for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh States SET = TS & AP 2014 are required to attend the certificate verification of PG Degree Certificate, Memo of marks, Caste Certificate and PH/VH Certificate during 8 - 17th July, 2015 (between 10.30 to 5.00pm in all days except Sunday) in your nearest centers. The candidates should submit one set of attested xerox copies of all the certificates to the regional coordinator for the issue of SET certificate.

For more information visit http://settsap.org/Press%20Note-%20certificate%20verification-2014.pdf

Tagore and Nationalism

Tagore and Nationalism

Date: 

05-Nov-2015 to 07-Nov-2015

Event Type: 

International Conference

Venue of Event: 

Seminar Hall

Details

• 
  
• Concept Note(active tab)
• Call for Papers

Concept Note

Rabindranath Tagore’s estimation of Indian nationalism is best expressed by the term ‘ambivalence’. Paradoxically, he had composed the national anthems for three nations: India, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. This ambivalent response of Tagore towards nationalism as an ideology was apparent in the complicated set of responses he received from Indians and non-Indians alike. For the British, he was the quintessential representative of the mysterious Orient. His English writings, in certain political contexts, resonated deeply within the Anglophone world. Yet, the British intelligentsia felt uneasy with his ‘exotic’ persona. At home, Tagore developed the concept of ‘syncretic’ civilization as a basis of nationalist civilizational unity, where ‘samaja’ (society) was given centrality, unlike the European model of state-centric civilization. However, from 1921 onwards, as the subterranean tensions of communalism became clear, Tagore discerned these fractures of community and caste and reflexively critiqued his own political position within it. In this regard, Rabindranath confessed: “I took a few steps down the road, and then stopped”. Thus, in the Indian political context, the early Rabindranath’s (1877 to 1917) stance on the Swadeshi and anti – Partition movements was in sync with the contemporary political climate. His subsequent withdrawal as the muse of the Nation was, therefore, both bewildering and unpleasant to a nationalised community. 

Tagore, post-1917, emerged as the critic of the modern idea of nation/ nation-state and shared the deep unease that Romain Rolland and Albert Einstein also felt. The three novels—Gora, Char Adhyay and Ghare Baire—where he unravelled the dangers of hyper-masculine aggressiveness cum hyper sexuality, reflect his ‘dis-ease’ with nationalism. Tagore, in his Nationalism (1917), criticised not only the “organizing selfishness of Nationalism” in the West, but also the replication of this alien concept of nationalism in India by the nationalists. He observed that, “India never had a real sense of nationalism” and that India’s reverence for ‘God’ and the ideal of ‘humanity’ need not be replaced by the European concept of a limited ‘national identity’. Rabindranath’s prolific writings register his ultimate affinity with non-sectarian humanist/modernist position.

Tagore’s (post/anti)nationalism seemed to have slightly disturbed Gandhi, though both of them shared much philosophical affinity. Despite some conceptual contradictions in the sphere of political praxis, both Gandhi and Tagore believed in freedom as the ultimate goal for India. For Tagore, however, Gandhi’s politically grounded notion of ‘swaraj’ and the ‘satyagraha’ “would naturally bring out violent and dark forces”. In his view, such a route to freedom would not eventually lead to the “liberation of the soul”. Tagore’s reading of nationalism as a passion without compassion, of an unfeeling negative bond between the self and the other made him the target of criticism, not only in India, but also in Russia, Germany, Spain, USA, Yugoslavia, Poland, Turkey, Japan and a large section of the literate world influenced by the West.

Tagore himself suffered from deep disillusionment with his former conviction in the liberating power of European Enlightenment. However, he retained his faith in humanity. This faith imparted to a colonized subject like him the courage to aspire to a metaphysical cum universalist modernism/humanism: a position that he could trace to Indian philosophical traditions. He thus bypassed the corrosive effects of colonization and could envision ‘pedagogy of decolonization’ through the establishment of the Visva Bharati. Tagore’s vision and discourse of an alternative modernity and “freedom” was a counterfoil to a colonial power that emanated from mere imperial/racial/technocratic superiority.

This seminar would try to revisit the concepts of nation, nationalism, identity and selfhood, civilization, culture and homeland, thereby addressing how Rabindranath’s (post/anti/inter)nationalist standpoint would possibly contribute to the creation of a transnational and transcultural identity of a universal global community. How can one approach the internal contradiction in Tagore’s own evaluation of nationalism? He regarded self-sacrifice for the sake of the nation as a demoralizing and dehumanizing force on account of the nationalist claim that “the nation is greater than the people”. Nevertheless, he considered that the “power of self-sacrifice” and the “moral faculty of sympathy and co-operation” structure “the guiding spirit of social vitality”. Is there an alternative discourse in his terminologies like deshabhiman, swadeshprem, deshbhakti, swadeshchetana as not being synonymous with nationalism? How far was his suggestion of maintaining India as ‘a land without a centre’ got addressed through his interrogation of the issues of class/caste/gender/minorities in his own creative exercises? Can Tagore’s philosophical critique of nationalism which is based on a critical reading of Indian traditions, particularly with the extensive deployment of his Brahmoinheritance and the ideas of the Vedas and Upanishads, be used as a counter-narrative against extremist Hindu nationalism? How can we locate Tagore vis-à-vis the contemporary views/stances on nationalism? What is the regional/Indian/global response to Tagore through translation/adaptation?

Papers are invited for presentation, related to any of the following suggested themes:

• Tagore and Nationalism: Contemporary Visions/Receptions of (Post/Anti/Inter)Nationalism
• Civilization and Nationalism:  Regional, National and Global Mediations
• Interrogating Nationalism in Literature, Art and Culture
• History and Politics: Concerns regarding ‘Home’, ‘Other’ and the Future of Nationalism
• Tagore’s Pedagogy and “De-colonization” of the Self.

For more information visit http://www.iias.org/event/tagore-and-nationalism

15th INTERNATIONAL MELOW CONFERENCE. FEB 2016

15th INTERNATIONAL MELOW CONFERENCE. 

FEB 2016 MELOW

(The Society for the Study of the Multi-Ethnic Literatures of the World)

CONFERENCE CALL

15^th INTERNATIONAL MELOW CONFERENCE

Title: Towards Praxis: Literature, Society and Politics

To be hosted by Indraprastha University, New Delhi, India

Tentative dates: 12-14 Feb 2016

We live in a fast-paced age with our attention distracted by high-tech gadgets, computers, smart phones, and other devices that are meant to provide a short cut to ‘success.’ At the same time, we have become suspicious of all ideas, all concepts, that attempt to map this fast-paced life. Being unable to live with the notion of ‘essences’, we live now in a world of cognitive incertitude. From Prufrock’s “It is impossible to say just what I mean,” we, in our postmodernist technology-savvy world, have graduated to rejoice not only at our growing command over technology, but surprisingly also at our inability to ‘mean’.

Where, in this hurly burly of life, this ‘chaosmos’, does literature stand today? Is it totally irrelevant or does it still serve a serious purpose, refining our finer sensibilities, adding an ‘aesthetic’ touch to human life, keeping it connected with the ‘higher’ aspects of life? To modify the question Auden asked, does literature make anything happen? Does it make us better human beings? Does it have a civilizing effect on society? Or is it absolutely irrelevant in today’s world, in spite of the gender, race, class, caste, and ecological issues that it often raises?

For centuries, we have been debating whether literature just reflects life or really transforms us by reflecting on life. Does a literary text change the way we think, or live, or act? Does it address the issue of our ‘constructedness’? Does it only show us the possibilities for future, or does it give us a direction, too? Does it help us adapt to changes that have already taken place, or does it help us change the world through ‘the ethics of resilience.’ The issue of ‘human transformation’ becomes more significant in the supposedly post-humanist universe that we are supposed to be already in, or perhaps entering.

The MELOW 2016 conference would focus on the relevance of literature and on how effective a literary text is in changing the social fabric of the world. It will explore the innate power of literature to transform the world and debate on related issues. Abstracts not exceeding 250 words are invited on the issues listed below. They should be sent to the respective panel heads (email ids given) by the 1^st of August 2015.

1.    Theoretical considerations: Is literature relevant in today’s world? Is it possible for literary texts to change the world/society? What is the relationship between literature and active politics? Send abstracts to Prof Anil Raina aneelraina@gmail.com

2.    Books that changed the world: Literary landmarks written with a specific social agenda.  Send abstracts to Dr Roshan Sharma. roshanlal.sharma@gmail.com  

3.    Children’s Literature: fairy tales, adventure stories, moral tales and nonsense literature. What purpose do they serve? Send abstracts to Prof Manju Jaidka. mjaidka@gmail.com

4.    The uses of escapist literature:  Fantasy, science fiction, gothic and horror stories.  Utopias and Dystopias. Send abstracts to Dr. Manpreet Kang. roohipannu@yahoo.co.uk

5.    Science and speculative fiction: the futuristic and the posthuman. Send abstracts to Prof. Ashis Sengupta. ashmit_2003@yahoo.com    

Instructions to all prospective delegates:

Your abstract (of about 250 words) should be sent in the TEXT BOX of the email (not as attachment). The following information, in the given format, should be sent along with the abstract:

Name of Delegate Official designation Email id

MELUS/MELOW conferences attended earlier (in which year and where)

Are you currently a member of MELUS or MELOW? Or do you need a fresh / renewed membership? Please specify.

Title of Abstract

ABSTRACT [Text] 250 words max.

·       The subject line of your message should read thus:

•        ABSTRACT 2016: [YOUR NAME] and [If applicable, state if you are an Indian citizen below 40, competing for the ISM award]*

•        Deadline for receipt of abstracts is 1 Aug 2015 

All abstracts will be peer-reviewed before they are accepted. Do not send full papers. Once acceptance letters are sent full papers (approx 3,000 words) will be invited only from participants (under 40 years of age) competing for the Isaac Sequeira Memorial Award. The rest need to bring their complete papers along at the time of the conference.

*   ISAAC SEQUEIRA MEMORIAL AWARD:

In the memory of our patron, Prof Isaac Sequeira, MELUS-India / MELOW annually awards a prize for the best paper presented at its conference. The award will comprise a certificate and a cash prize of Rs. 5,000.

The competition is open to Indian citizens who are members of MELUS-India or MELOW. The competing participant / delegate should be less than forty years of age at the time of the conference. The abstract and complete paper should be submitted by the stipulated deadlines before it is presented at the conference.

4th International Conference and Workshop on Comics as Visual Literature Chennai 2015

4th International Conference and Workshop

 on Comics as Visual Literature 

2nd to 4th September 2015 

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India 

Theme 'Comics as Literature' Comic is an emerging and widely adopted tool of communication 

The Scope of Comics in Literature is limited in India compared to other countries. The Literary Seminary wishes to introduce Comics as a new and stand-alone 

Organized by: The Literary Seminary 
Deadline for abstracts/proposals: 15th July 2015 

For more information visit http://literaryseminary.org/ 

Check for more information event website. 

Welcome to the home of The Literary Seminary

This year, with new and exciting events under the theme 

‘Visual Literature’, the ride is on. Come aboard for a fun filled 

three days with grand surprises and lots of goodies to be won.

LITFEST‘ 15  

2nd-4th  September, 2015!

For more details visit http://literaryseminary.org/