Empowering English Educators: Balancing Digital Engagement, Research Innovations, and Well-being
Date: 19th – 21st February 2025
Mode: Virtual
The Department of English & IEEE Professional Communication Society at KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology successfully conducted a Three-Day Virtual International Faculty Development Program (IFDP) from 19th to 21st February 2025. The program aimed to provide English educators with valuable insights into digital engagement, research innovations, and well-being in academia.
Speaker: Dr. Andi Anto Patak, Head of Research and Innovation, Universitas Negeri, Makassar (2024-2029) Date: 19.02.2025
The inaugural session set the tone with an in-depth discussion on academic writing and publishing in high-impact journals. Dr. Andi Anto Patak shared strategies for effective research, structuring research papers, and choosing the right journals for publication. Participants actively engaged in discussions, seeking guidance on overcoming common challenges in academic publishing.
Speaker: Mr. Karthikeyan Jawahar, Managing Director, Karma Innovations & Solutions Pvt. Ltd., Coimbatore
Date: 20.02.2025
The second day focused on achieving work-life harmony in academia. Mr. Karthikeyan Jawahar highlighted the importance of financial planning, mindful commitments, and stress management for educators. His interactive session encouraged faculty members to reflect on their personal and professional balance and provided practical strategies to manage financial and emotional well-being.
Speaker: Dr. Annuncy Vinoliya, Assistant Professor, NIT Rourkela
Date: 21.02.2025
The final session delved into emerging research trends in linguistics. Dr. Annuncy Vinoliya emphasized the significance of psycholinguistics, AI in language learning, and interdisciplinary research. She shared insights on innovative methodologies and the role of digital tools in linguistic studies, sparking engaging discussions among participants.
Enriching discussions on academic writing, research innovations, and linguistic advancements.
Practical strategies for managing work-life balance and financial well-being.
Interactive Q&A sessions encouraging active participation.
Networking opportunities with experts and fellow educators.
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