Dr. Rajasekaran V
Associate Professor of English
&
Director – Students Welfare
VIT University Chennai www.drvraj.blogspot.com
(Experience: 20 Years)
Contact Information:
Email: rskaran2003@gmail.com
Mobile: +91 98946 14338
Research Profiles:
Scopus: www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57207766700
Web of Science Researcher ID: AAP-2824-2020
ORCiD: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1760-4973
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ErPx-OoAAAAJ&hl=en
Social Media:
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Blog: https://www.drvraj.blogspot.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/drrajasekaran
Education
ACADEMIC PROFILE: M. A (Eng), M. Sc (Psy), M. Phil, PhD.
• Ph.D. in Linguistics from Bharathiar University with Highly Commended in 2013
• M.Phil. in English from Periyar University with I class in 2007
• M.Sc. (Psychology) from Tamilnadu Open University with I class in 2010
• M.A English from Bharathidasan University with I class in 2003
• B.A English from Bharathidasan University with II class in 2001
Additional MOOC Completion (11)
1. Completed course on ‘TESOL Methodology’ with 98% Grade offered by University of Maryland, Baltimore County, USA from 7th April 2022 to 28th May 2022.
2. Completed the course ‘Using Educational Technology in the English Language Classroom’ delivered by IOWA State University, USA from July 7 to September 1, 2020, sponsored by US Consulate Chennai.
3. Completed course on ‘Understanding Research Methods’ conducted by University of London during August 2020.
4. Completed course on ‘Learn to Teach Online’ with 95.65% Grade offered by University of New South Wales, Australia through Coursera on 11th August 2020
5. Completed course on ‘Understanding Research Methods’ with 100% Grade offered by University of London through Coursera on 2nd August 2020
6. Completed course on ‘SUPERHUMAN Learning: Speed Reading & Memory Booster’ offered by Silviu Marisk - Effective Learning Lab through Udemy on 1st April, 2020.
7. Completed course on ‘Crafting an Effective Writer: Tools of the Trade’ with distinction offered by MT. San Jacinto College, USA through Coursera in
November 2014
8. Completed course on ‘Exploring English: Language and Culture’ offered by British Council through Future Learn in October 2014.
9. Completed course on ‘Developing Your Research Project’ offered by University of Southampton through Future Learn in November 2014.
10. Completed course on ‘Corpus Linguistics: Method, Analysis, Interpretation’ offered by Lancaster University through Future Learn.
11. Completed course on ‘Understanding Language Learning and Teaching’ offered by University of Southampton through Future Learn.
Certifications in Training (5)
1. Cambridge Certification
• Elevated language instruction skills through the enriching "University of Cambridge ESOL- Business English Certificate (BEC) Teacher Support Programme" on July 29 & 30, 2012, a splendid affair organized by the British Council in Coimbatore.
2. Infosys Certification of Soft Skills
• Mastered the art of soft skills training at Infosys Technologies Ltd in Sholinganallur, Chennai, during the Soft Skill Trainer Workshop from September 24-28, 2007.
3. Ford's Train the Trainer Certification
• Embarked on a transformative journey at Ford's "Train the Trainer Programme" on Experiential Training in Behavioural Skills, held on November 4, 2015, in Chennai.
4. Sutherland's Train the Trainer Certification
• Acquired the certification as "Communication Skills Trainer" in the English Communication Skills Train the Trainer workshop at K.S.R. Arts and Science College on October 18, 2008.
5. ICT Academy - Train the Trainer Certification
• Delved into the nuances of language mastery at the ICT Academy of Tamilnadu's "Skilledge – Essentials of Language" on July 22nd and 23rd, 2012, hosted at the esteemed AVS Engineering College in Salem.
These immersive experiences have not only enriched my professional toolkit but have also sculpted a journey of continuous growth and expertise in the realms of communication and training.
Work Experience (20 Years)
Associate Professor of English May 2020 – Present
Assistant Professor – Senior 2018 -2020
Assistant Professor 2015 -2018
VIT University Chennai Campus
Additional Responsibilities:
Director – Students Welfare (Since July 2022)
Member – Internal Complaints Cell (Since 2019)
Member – Hostel Food Committee (Since 2019)
Assistant Director – Students Welfare (July 2016 to May 2019)
University Coordinator – Proctor Scheme (July 2016 to May 2019)
Convenor – Vibrance’19 (VIT Chennai Annual Cultural Fest)
Coordinator – Culture and Heritage Club (July 2016 to May 2019)
Admin – University Facebook Page (July 2016 to May 2019)
Member – Anti-ragging Committee (Since June 2016)
Visiting Faculty (2018 -2019)
Indian Institute of Information Technology Design & Manufacturing (IIIT DM)
Kancheepuram
Taught 'English for Communication' course from July 2018 to October 2018 Taught 'Professional Engineering Ethics' from July 2019 to November 2019.
Associate Professor / Head – English June 2009 - April 2015
Builders Engineering College, Kangeyam, Tiruppur DT 638 108
Additional Responsibilities:
Coordinator - Career Development Cell
Head - Soft Skills & English Language Training
Coordinator - College Promotional Activities
Programme officer – NSS
Lecturer in English June 2006 - May 2009
K. S. Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode, Namakkal DT
Additional Responsibilities:
Executive Member of ISTE
Soft Skills Trainer
Coordinator - Student Personality Development
Coordinator – English Training Cell
Lecturer in English February 2005 - May 2006
M. Kumarasamy College of Engineering Thalavapalayam, Karur DT
Additional Responsibilities:
NSS Programming Officer
Hostel Deputy Warden
Lecturer in English June 2003 – February 2005
ARJ College of Engineering & Technology Mannargudi, Thiruvarur DT
Additional Responsibility: Hostel Deputy Warden
Key Responsibilities Handled
1. Assistant Director – Students Welfare (2016 -2019 in VIT University Chennai
Campus)
• Nurtured the well-being and growth of students, ensuring a holistic and enriching university experience.
• In my capacity as Assistant Director of Students Welfare, I adeptly managed the dynamic workings of 100+ clubs, infusing the campus with a vibrant tapestry of activities and enthusiasm.
• As the guiding force behind ‘TechnoVIT Annual Technical Fest ‘(20162019), I orchestrated a symphony of exceptional events that not only showcased technical prowess but also left an indelible mark on the participants.
• As the guiding force behind ‘Vibrance - Annual Cultural Fest’ (20162018) unfolded with exceptional finesse. With a curated line-up of cultural events and the inclusion of celebrated celebrity guests, Vibrance became a beacon of creativity and entertainment, transcending conventional boundaries. Together, these experiences embody a commitment to excellence and a celebration of diversity, steering our campus towards a future marked by innovation and inclusivity.
2. Overall Proctor Coordinator (2016 -2019 VIT University Chennai Campus)
• Orchestrated the seamless coordination of the proctoring system, fostering an environment of academic integrity.
3. Overall Coordinator – University Day Celebrations 2016 (VIT University
Chennai Campus)
• As the Overall Coordinator for University Day Celebrations 2016 at VIT Chennai, I demonstrated my efficient organizing and leadership skills. Recognizing my capabilities, I was subsequently appointed as Assistant Director of Students Welfare, where I continued to contribute to the vibrant campus life
4. Head-Department of Science and Humanities (2009 to 2014) in Builders Engineering College
• Provided visionary leadership to the Department of Science and Humanities, shaping academic excellence.
5. Organizer of Five National Level Students Symposiums (Exclusive for First-Year Students) in Builders Engineering College (2009 to 2014)
• Instigated intellectual exchange through the organization of symposiums, fostering a culture of learning among first-year students.
6. Overall Coordinator of Admission Promotion Exam (2009 to 2014) in Builders
Engineering College
• Spearheaded the coordination of Admission Promotion Exams, attracting and selecting promising talents.
7. Head -Admission Committee and Career Orientation Programs in Builders Engineering College (2009 to 2014)
• Guided future leaders by leading the Admission Committee and delivering career orientation programs to school students.
8. Overall Coordinator of Career Development Centre in Builders Engineering College (2013 to 2015)
• Pioneered initiatives in the Career Development Centre, empowering students for future professional success.
9. Quality Assurance Leader: ISO Internal Lead Auditor in Builders Engineering
College (2009 to 2014)
• Ensured quality standards as the ISO Internal Lead Auditor, contributing to institutional excellence.
10. Community Builder: NSS Programming Officer and Event Organizer (2009 to
2015)
• Actively engaged in community service through NSS, organizing diverse events for societal impact.
11. Technological Visionary: Established Language Lab in Builders Engineering
College (2009)
• Pioneered the establishment of a Language Lab, integrating technology for enhanced language learning experiences.
12. Academic Collaborator: Executive Committee Member of ISTE Staff Chapter
(2006 to 2009)
• Collaborated in the ISTE Staff Chapter, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
Foreign Countries Visited (14)
• United States of America
• England
• Scotland
• Germany
• France
• Belgium
• Amsterdam,
• Switzerland
• Singapore
• South Korea
• Malaysia
• Thailand
• Oman
• Sri Lanka
International Awards & Appreciations (2)
1. Betty Azar Travel Grant
• Proud recipient of the esteemed Betty Azar Travel Grant Award from TESOL International Association, United States. The honor was bestowed during the TESOL Annual Convention and Language Expo 2019 held in the vibrant city of Atlanta, Georgia, United States, spanning from March 12th to 15th, 2019.
2. Ray Tongue Scholarship
• Proud winner of the Ray Tongue Scholarship from the revered International Association of Teachers of English as a Foreign Language (IATEFL), United Kingdom. The accolade was presented at the illustrious 52nd IATEFL Annual Convention and Language Expo in Brighton, UK, from April 10th to 13th, 2018.
These prestigious awards stand as beacons of excellence, acknowledging a commitment to advancing language education on the global stage.
National Awards and Appreciation (10)
1. India Prime Quality Education Laureate (2021)
• Honored with the prestigious India Prime Quality Education Award 2021 by FoxClues India Prime Awards, a testament to dedication and excellence in education.
2. Pearl of Excellence: Excellent Researcher Award (2020)
• Acknowledged as an Excellent Researcher in English with the 2020 Excellent Researcher Award by Pearl Foundation, Bangalore, reflecting a commitment to advancing knowledge in the field.
3. Best Faculty Award (2019)
• Crowned with the Best Faculty Award in English by Nehru Group of Institutions, Coimbatore, on the distinguished date of December 15, 2019, a recognition of exceptional contributions to education.
4. Best Faculty Award (2019)
• Recognized with the Best Faculty Award by GRABS Educational Trust, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, in February 2019, symbolizing outstanding dedication to teaching.
5. Outstanding Educator Award (2018):
• Received the Outstanding Educator Award from the International Institute of Organized Research, Chandigarh, India, in December 2018, a testament to global impact in the field of education.
6. Exemplary Performance in VIT Chennai (2017-2018):
• Commended with Special Appreciation based on Annual Performance Evaluation from VIT University, Chennai, in both 2017 and 2018, showcasing consistent excellence.
7. Multi-Year Research Awards (2015-2020, 2024 & 2025):
• Conferred with the Research Award from VIT University, Chennai, for consecutive years spanning 2015 to 2020, 2024 & 2025 recognizing a sustained commitment to impactful research.
8. 100% Results Appreciation (2007-2014):
• Received appreciation for achieving 100% results in Technical English I & II in Anna University Examinations, spanning multiple years from 2007 to 2014, showcasing teaching prowess.
9. Philanthropic Spirit: Blood Donation Appreciation (Ongoing):
• Commended with a Blood Donation Appreciation Certificate for donating blood more than ten times, embodying a spirit of service and contribution to society.
Mastery: Training and Assessment (4)
1. BEC Speaking Examiner (CE92JJ) for Cambridge University:
• Speaking Examiner for Cambridge University's BEC Prelims & Vantage (Exam ID: CE92JJ), contributing to the evaluation of language proficiency at varied levels.
2. Examiner (AU36S) for Cambridge University's BULATS:
• Served as Examiner for Cambridge University's BULATS Speaking & Writing Skills (Exam ID: AU36S), showcasing versatility in evaluating diverse language competencies.
3. Trainer for Cambridge University’s BEC Exams:
• Serving as a dedicated Trainer for Cambridge University's BEC Exams, fostering a culture of excellence and preparation for success in these esteemed examinations.
4. Freelance Trainer for British Council, India
• Serving as freelance trainer to train students for Cambridge University's BEC Exams.
In each role, the commitment to language assessment and training has been at the forefront, contributing to the development and recognition of language proficiency on a global scale.
Training Achievements (5)
1. Attended Junior Chamber International India’s Effective Public Speaking -EPS Programme at Karur Hosted by JCI Karur Diamond on Feb 28 & 1-2 Mar 2008.
Won the “Outstanding Participant” award.
2. Attended Junior Chamber International India’s Zone Youth Leadership
Administration Academy (ZYLAA) Programme at Hotel Monark Ooty Hosted by JCI Ooty on 20-22 Mar 2009.
Won the “Outstanding Participant” award.
3. Attended Junior Chamber International India’s Speech Craft Programme at Ooty Hosted by JCI Ooty in 2009.
Won the “Outstanding Participant” award.
4. Qualified as Zone Trainer in Zone 17, Junior Chamber International India in the year 2009.
5. Attended Trainers Update 2011 programme at Hotel Poppys International Tirupur on 9th June 2011.
Courses Taught
1. Professional Communication Skills
2. Legal English
3. Technical English
4. Soft Skills
5. IELTS/TOEFL Preparatory Course
6. Human Psychology
7. Indian Culture and Heritage
8. Professional Ethics and Human Values
9. Psychology for Everyday Life
10. Indian Social Problems
Funded Projects/Industry Consultancy (6)
1. Principal Coordinator of Consultancy Project for corporate training to MNC Siemens Gamesa on Unconscious Bias on 31st July and 1st August 2024.
2. Principal Coordinator of Consultancy Project for corporate training to MNC Siemens Gamesa on Building Trust on 26th and 27th June 2024.
3. Consultancy Project on Corporate Communication (Pre-Assessment, one day
training and Post-Assessment) to MNC Contiem Private Ltd on 27th May 2024.
4. Principal Coordinator of Consultancy Project for corporate training to MNC Siemens Gamesa on Building Resilience on 3rd and 4th May 2024.
5. Principal Coordinator of Consultancy Project for corporate training to MNC Siemens Gamesa on Stress Management on 3rd and 4th April 2024.
6. Principal Coordinator of Consultancy Project for Business Writing Skills Training to US Consulate Employees of India coordinated by US Consulate office Chennai during September 2020.
Member – Academic Council
o Member of Academic Council at SSM Institute of Engineering and Technology, Dindigul.
Member – Board of Studies (12)
1. Expert member Board of Studies – English at GIET University, Gujarat.
2. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Paavai Engineering College, Namakkal.
3. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Mahindra Engineering College, Salem.
4. Expert member Board of Studies – English at SA Engineering College, Chennai.
5. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology (Autonomous) Coimbatore.
6. Member of Syllabus Committee for M.A. English Language Teaching at University of Mumbai.
7. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Vellalar College of Engineering, Erode.
8. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science (Autonomous) Coimbatore.
9. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Nandha Engineering College (Autonomous) Erode.
10. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Erode Sengunthar Engineering College (Autonomous) Perundurai, Erode.
11. Expert member Board of Studies – English at Sengunthar Engineering College (Autonomous) Tiruchengode.
12. Expert member Board of Studies – English at K Ramakrishnan College of Engineering (Autonomous) Tiruchirapalli.
Curriculum & Course Design
• Skillfully designed and delivered numerous short-term, need-based English courses and materials, ensuring relevance and effectiveness in addressing specific learning requirements.
• Spearheaded the design of an ESP (English for Specific Purposes) Training
Program and Course Material, dedicated to enhancing 'English Communication Skills' for first to fourth-year engineering students in Builders Engineering College during my tenure.
Doctoral Committee Member (6)
1. Member of Doctoral Committees at SRM University, Chennai.
2. Member of Doctoral Committees at Vel Tech University, Chennai.
3. Member of Doctoral Committees at VELS University, Chennai.
4. Member of Doctoral Committees at Hindustan University, Chennai.
5. Member of Doctoral Committees at Vinayaka Missions University, Salem.
6. Member of Doctoral Committees at SCSVMV Deemed University, Kanchipuram’
Journal Editorial Board/Review Member
Board Member in International Book Publishing Company
• Advisory Board Member of Linguistics in Cambridge Scholars Publishing, United Kingdom.
Journal Editorial Board Membership (5)
1. Editorial Board Member of International Journal (SLL) ‘Studies in Linguistics and
Literature’ ( ISSN 2573-6434 (Print) ISSN 2573-6426 (Online) )
2. Editorial Board Member of International Journal (IJELT) ‘English Language
Teaching’ (ISSN 1916 4750)
3. Editorial Board member of IJELC - ‘International Journal of English Literature and
Culture’ (ISSN: 2360-7831)
4. Editorial Board member of ‘Elixir’ An International Journal (ISSN: 2229 -712X)
5. Editorial Board member of RJELAL - International Research Journal of English
Language and Literature (ISSN: 2321 -3108)
Continuing Education Programme (3)
1. Attended AICTE/UHV one week FDP “Universal Human Values” from 2nd to 6th January 2023.
2. Attended one week FDP “Self-Awareness and Higher Goals in Education” at IIT Madras from 30.05.16 to 03.06.16.
3. Attended AICTE/MHRD sponsored Winter School on “Imaginative Reading, Creative Writing: Language, Literature and the Teacher” at IIT Kharagpur from 1 to 7 February 2010.
Keynote Speaker in International Conferences
(Abroad)
1. Delivered the invited talk on ‘Revolutionizing ELT with AI Tools’ in Fourth
International Conference on Language Studies, Translation and Education - ICLTE : 2023 from 7 to 9 December 2023 organized by International Association for Technology Education and Language Studies (IATELS) Bursa, Turkey. (Blended Mode)
2. Delivered Keynote address in International Conference on ‘ELT and Digital
Tools’ Phrankhon University, Thailand on 5th & 6th October 2019 on ‘Online
Tools in English Language Teaching’
3. Delivered Keynote address in 15th International conference on Learning, Education and Pedagogy (ICTEL) held at Nanyang Technological University,
Singapore on June 14th and 15th 2017 on ‘Strategies to become an Ideal
Teacher’
4. Delivered Keynote address in 15th International conference on Social Science & Humanities held at University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia on June 20th and 21st 2017 on ‘Modern Digital Tools in Language Teaching’
5. Delivered a Talk on Digital Tools to Improve Writing Skills in ELTed Talks organized by ELT Ireland 0n 3rd July, 2021.
6. Delivered a talk on ‘Use of Digital Tools in Online Teaching’ at 1st International Webinar on Innovative Teaching for Educators in the Now Normal Paradigm on January 29 – 30, 2022.
Keynote Speaker at International Conferences
(India)
1. Keynote Speaker at International Conference on Integrating Basic Sciences and Humanities organized by Vel Tech University Chennai, on 21st and 22nd March 2025.
2. Keynote Speaker at International Conference on Climate Advocacy, Resilience, and Ethics at Bishop Heber College, Trichy, on 12th and 13th February 2024
3. Keynote Speaker at 4th International E-conference on Incipient Research in Information Technology, Commerce, Management and Linguistics’ on 17th September, 2021 organized by CTTE, Chennai.
4. Delivered Keynote address on ‘Education 4.0’ at International Conference on
‘ELT and Cultural Studies’ organized by Department of English, Crescent
University, Chennai, Tamilnadu held on 21st May, 2021
5. Delivered Keynote address on ‘Latest Trends in English Language Teaching and Publishing’ at International Workshop on ‘ELT Through Literature’ organized by Department of English, Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore, Tamilnadu held on 5th March, 2019.
Member - International Conference Programme Committee
• Member of International Programme Committee for International
Collaborative Conference on ‘Language, Literature and Linguistics’ held on 18 21st September at Beijing, China.
PhD Research Guidance
Ph.D. Awarded Under my Guidance (5)
1. Ms Jasmine Jose “The Role of Dissident Authors in Protecting Marginal Ethos: Analysing the Historicity of Subjugated Texts” and she has defended her thesis successfully on 27.7.19.
2. Ms Subbu Nisha “The Efficacy of Neuro Linguistic Programming Techniques in Enhancing Employability Skills of Apprehensive Engineering Students” and she has defended her thesis successfully on 30.7.21.
3. Mr Godwin Raj S Traumatized Voices: Healing, Transformation and Reconstruction of Identity through Writing” and he has defended his thesis successfully on 26.11.21.
4. Mr Rajesh K “The Limitations of Normative Ethics: Anthropocentrism in the Select American Dystopic Fictions” and he has defended his thesis successfully on 24.05.22.
5. Mr Aravind B R “AWL Troponyms and Web Tools to Enhance the ESL Learners’ Vocabulary Level” and has defended his thesis successfully on 24.08.22.
Ongoing PhD research under my guidance (8)
1. Ms Roshini is working on ‘Exploring the Metanarrative of Disability: A Study Recasting the Representation of Disability in Fiction’
2. Ms Sathvika is working on ‘Femvertising’
3. Ms Roopa is working ‘Petro Culture’
4. Ms Julia is working on ‘Disability and Media’
5. Ms Sujatha is working on “Listening Skills”
6. Ms Bhuvaneswari is working on “Reading Skills”
7. Mr Cephas is working on “Film Studies”
8. Mr Surendhat Khanna is working on “ Film Studies”
Ph.D. Thesis Evaluation & Viva-Voce conducted (27)
1. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms Benazir of Kongunadu College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 14.03.2025. Thesis title: “Representation of Survival, Resilience and Ruins in Afghan Literature: A Study on Hosseini, Rahimi and Latifa”
2. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Mr Dhandapani of Kongunadu College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 14.03.2025. Thesis title: “Medicine in Narration: A Rational Inquiry with Respect to the Select Works of Atul Gawande”
3. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms Yamuna of R V Govt College, Chengalpat thesis submitted to Madras University, Coimbatore held on 06.02.25. Thesis title: “Portrayal of Mythical Females in Saga of Seven Mothers ”.
4. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms Blessy Angeline of St Peters Deemed to be University, Chennai held on 04.09.24. Thesis title: “Interconnectedness of Women and Nature in the Select Novels of Willa Cather”.
5. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Mr Solomon of Sri Vasavi College of Arts and Science, Erode thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 06.04.24. FN. Thesis title: “TBLT to Improve First Generation Students English Speaking Skills ”.
6. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms Nithya of KMC College of Arts and Science, Muthur thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 06.04.24.AN Thesis title: “Exploitation in the Select Novels of J M Coetzee ”.
7. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms Anupriya Angeline of St Peters Deemed University, Chennai held on 27.03.24. Thesis title: “Magic Realism in Salmon Rushdie Novels”.
8. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms Akshayalakshmi of Kongunadu College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 13.02.24. Thesis title: “Deconstructing Stereotypes in Indian Myths ”.
9. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Mr Sankar of Sri Vijay Vidhyalaya College of Arts and Science, Dharmapuri thesis submitted to Periyar University, Salem held on 20.11.23. Thesis title: “Colonial Incarceration: Post Colonialism and Magic Realism in Ben Okri’s The Famished Road Series”.
10. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Mr Sankar of Sri Vijay Vidhyalaya College of Arts and Science, Dharmapuri thesis submitted to Periyar University, Salem held on 20.11.23. Thesis title: “Colonial Incarceration: Post Colonialism and Magic Realism in Ben Okri’s The Famished Road Series”.
11. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms N Saranya of Kongunadu College of
Arts and Science, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 13.10.23. Thesis title: “Travel: A Beacon of Futurity in the Select Novels of Amitav Ghosh”.
12. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Mr Athisayaraj of Kongunadu College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 25.08.23. Thesis title: “A Kaleidoscopic View of Gender Issues in the Select Novels of Jane Austen”.
13. External Examiner for PhD viva voce of Ms D Ramya of Government Arts and Science College, Komarapalayam. Thesis submitted to Periyar University, Salem held on 13.06.23. Thesis title: “A Study on The Use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) Tools To Improve The Communicative Competence of Undergraduate Students of Select Engineering Colleges In Erode District”.
14. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms Suhana P A of Sri Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 25.4.2023. Thesis title : ‘Memory, Politics and Transnationalism in the Works of Mohsin Hamid and Kamila Shamsie’
15. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Mrs. Leela Davidson of Voorhees College, Vellore thesis submitted to Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore 0n 25.03.23. Thesis title “Exhilaration and Exasperation: A study of Immigrant Experiences in Jhumpa Lahiri’s Select Works”.
16. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Mr Roy Xavier of Sri Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 25.2.2022. Thesis title : ‘‘The Role of Facts and Hopes of Life in the Origin and Existence of Novels in the Light of the Postcolonial Works’
17. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms C Saffna of Sri Narayana Guru College, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 25.2.2022. Thesis title : ‘Diaspora, Memory, Culture Translation, and Culinary Habits in the Selected Fiction of Jhumpa Lahiri’
18. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms V Vani Ayyaswariya of Tiruppur
Kumaran College of Arts and Science for Women thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 24.2.2022. Thesis title : ‘Moirai of Abandonment in The Select Novels of Toni Morrison’
19. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms P Nisha of Sri Narayana Guru College,
Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore held on 24.2.2022. Thesis title : ‘Challenges and Vulnerabilities of A Misrepresented And Unseen Population: The Transgenders’.
20. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms P Jagatheeswari of Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science College, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, held on 10th January 2023.
Thesis title ‘Surrender to Nature: A Study on the Select Works of Anita Desai and Kiran Desai’
21. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms K Prabha of National College, Trichy thesis submitted to Bharthidasan University, Trichy held on 19th December 2022. Thesis Title ‘Asphyxiation of Youth in the Select Novels of Chetan Bhagat’
22. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms P Nithya of Dr. N.G.P. Arts and Science College, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, held on 20th May, 2022.
Thesis title: ‘Resistance from Within: The Saga of Survival and Self-Discovery in
Wide Sargasso Sea, Beloved and The God of Small Things’
23. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Mr C Balamurugan of Kongunadu College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore and the thesis submitted to Bharathiar University held on 6th May 2021.
Thesis Title : Realistic Portrayal Of Indian Society In The Select Plays of Mahesh
Dattani – A Study
24. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce of Ms P Umadevi of Kogunadu College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore thesis submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore.
Thesis title ‘Effectiveness of Mixed Method Listening Strategies in Enhancing
Listening Skills among the Undergraduate Students of Coimbatore District A
Study’ July 2020
25. External Examiner for PhD Viva Voce exam at National College Trichy to S Mathivanan for his PhD Thesis Titled ‘A Study on the Psychological Perspective on the Portrayal of Characters in Select Works of Leo Tolstoy’ submitted to Bharthidasan University, Trichy on 19.9.2017.
26. Adjudicated Ph D thesis titled ‘Understanding Others : A study of Dalit Women Writes in Bakhtinian Light’ submitted to Gujarat University, Ahmedabad by Ms Vaishnavi Upadhay during January 2020.
27. Adjudicated Ph D thesis titled ‘Shashi Desphande and Ruth Prawer Jhabvala : A Comparative Study’ submitted to Manonmaniyam Sundaranar University, Tirunelveli by Mr Edward Singh M during June 2018.
M.Phil. Thesis Evaluation (5)
1. Evaluated M.Phil thesis titled ‘‘The Ecocritical Reading of Sobhaa De’s works’ submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore by Mr Benjamin A during July 2023.
2. Evaluated M.Phil thesis titled ‘‘The Effect of Monetary Urge over Human
Relationships in Sobhaa De’s Sisters and Socialite Evenings’ submitted to
Bharathiar University, Coimbatore by Ms Mahima Loretta A during January 2020.
3. Evaluated M.Phil thesis titled ‘‘Theme of Resistance in the Select Works of Nayantara Sahghal’ submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore by Mr Robin Renottson L during January 2020.
4. Evaluated M.Phil thesis titled ‘A Psychoanalytic Study on Homicidal
Anthropophagist : A Real Life Serial Killer in John Borowski’s Albert Fish: In His Own Words’ submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore by Ms Joy Hepzibah C during November 2019.
5. Evaluated M.Phil thesis titled ‘Portrayal of Society and Culture in the select novels of Amitav Ghosh’ submitted to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore by Ms Malini R during November 2018.
Project Guidance
• Guided 50 Project Based Learning (PBL) Projects
Session Chair at International Conferences (8)
1. Chaired the paper presentation session at International Conference on Integrating Basic Sciences and Humanities organized by Vel Tech University Chennai, on 21st and 22nd March 2025.
2. Chaired the paper presentation session at “Humanities and Beyond the Humanities: A Critical Approach to Language, Literature, Media & Management Studies (ICHBH-24)’ at VIT Bhopal on 10th and 11th November 2024.
3. Chaired the paper presentation session at ‘The International Conference on
'Recent Trends in Teaching Learning Practices in Language, Literature, Humanities and Social Sciences – ICRTTP -2022 ’ at VIT Bhopal on 10th and 11th November 2022.
4. Chaired the paper presentation session at ‘The International Virtual Conference on 'Humanities through Literature, Film and Media’ at VIT Chennai on 19th and 20th October 2021.
5. Chaired the paper presentation session at ‘International Conference on Recent Trends in Adaptation Studies' at VIT Chennai on 29th and 30th May 2021.
6. Session Chair at International Multidisciplinary Virtual Conference ‘Research and Development in Dynamic Times’ organized by Special Minds and SSN Research Foundation between 22nd and 24th July, 2020.
7. Chaired the paper presentation session at ‘Second International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature' at VIT Vellore on 16th and 17th August 2019.
8. Chaired the paper presentation session in National Level Seminar on “New Career Options in English: Prospects and Problems” on 28th January 2012 at
Navarasam Arts and Science College for Women, Arachalur, Erode and also Chief Guest for Valedictory Function of the same programme and delivered the valedictory address.
Conferences and Workshops Organized (11)
Conferences
1. Convenor – Lang-Lit Podium A Web International Conference held on 4th December, 2018 Prof Jack C Richards from New Zealand and Prof Scott Thornbury from Spain were the speakers.
2. Convenor- One day National Conference on ‘Challenges and Opportunities for Teaching and Research in English Language and Literature’ on 23rd March, 2018 at VIT Chennai.
Workshops
1. Convenor One day workshop on ‘Academic Writing in Refereed Journals and Emerging Trends in Research in English Literature and ELT’ on 10th March, 2016 at VIT Chennai.
Webinars
1. Convenor and Speaker – Webinar on ‘How to avoid plagiarism?’ on 16th July, 2021.
2. Convenor and Speaker – Webinar on ‘NLP Techniques in Teaching’ on 18th September, 2021.
3. Convenor and Speaker - FDP on Digital Tools in Teaching on 30th June, 2021.
4. Convenor and Speaker – Workshop on ‘How to write a research paper?’ on 22nd June, 2021.
5. Convenor and Speaker – Webinar on ‘How to handle online classes effectively?’ on 10th June, 2021.
6. Convenor - Webinar on ‘How to strengthen your research via Scopus?’ on 9th Feb 2021. Mr Vijay Sekhar Reddy Solution Manager - South Asia Elsevier was the speaker.
7. Organized International Webinar on ‘Future of Professional Development’ on
14th May, 2020 with 2580 participants from 78 countries. Prof Scott Tornbury – World Renowned Author and Expert in ELT from Spain was the guest speaker.
8. Organized International Webinar on ‘Future of Professional Development’ on 14th May, 2020 with 1580 participants from 50countries. Prof Kalai Selvan Arumugham – Senior Lecturer - NIPE, Malaysia was the guest speaker.
Skype Lecture Organized with International Subject Experts (6)
1. Skype Lecture on Strategies on Advanced Reading by Dr Susan Gaer CATESOL President TESOL Professor California, USA on 17th October, 2018.
2. Skype Lecture on ‘How to improve speaking skills’ by Dr Sally La Luzerne-Oi ESL Teacher Hawai Pacific University Wisconsin, USA 15th October, 2018.
3. Skype Lecture on ‘Strategies to publish research papers in scopus indexed journals’by Dr Vahid Nimehchisalem, Ph.D. Senior Lecturer in English University of Putra Malaysia 10th October, 2018.
4. Skype Lecture on ‘Strategies on Advanced Writing to Research Scholars’ by Dr Hemamalini Ramachandran, Instructor I, INTO USF Academic Program University of South Florida Tampa, Florida, USA on 4th October, 2018.
5. Skype Lecture on ‘Cultural Differences between India and Brazil’ by Dr Gyzely Suely Lima Professor of Linguistics Federal Public University Brazil on 25th September, 2018.
6. Skype Lecture on ‘Effective Listening Skills’ by Prof Maria Das Graças Andrade Pereira ELD Teacher, Team Specialist, PAC Designee, ISA Team member, WiDA SAL Denver, USA on 21st September, 2018.
Professional Memberships (12)
1. Member of International Association of Teachers of English as A Foreign
Language (IATEFL)
2. Member of International Association of Teaching English to Speakers of Other
Languages (TESOL)
3. Member of ELT Ireland a network for English Language Teaching Professionals.
4. Member of English Language Teachers Association of India (ELTAI)
5. Life of Member of Responsible Research and Innovation Networking Global
(RRING)
6. Life Member of All India Forum for English Students, Scholars and Trainers
(AIFEST)
7. Life Member of Indian Society for Technical Education (ISTE)
8. Life Member of Association for Development of Teaching, Education and
Learning (ADTEL)
9. Life Member of Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD)
10. Member of Systemic Functional Linguistic Association (SFLA)
11. Member of Post-Colonial Association
12. Member of Global Association of English Studies
Social Body Membership (1)
• Member of Junior Chamber International India (JCI)
Publications (Total 166)
Books (6)
1. Dr Rajasekaran V (Ed). (2023) ‘Successful Teaching / Research Practices ’ SkillTrack Publications, Chennai (ISBN 978-8-196-299408)
2. Dr Rajasekaran V (Ed). (2021) ‘English Language & Literature Theory and Practice’ Notion Press, Chennai (ISBN 978-1-63873-709-4)
3. Dr Rajasekaran V (2019) ‘English Reading Skills – A Beginners Guide’ Xpress Publishing, Chennai (ISBN 978-1-64760-199-7)
4. Dr Rajasekaran V and Roshini (2019) ‘Exploring Realms of Patriarchy in ‘The
Handmaids Tale’ Lambert Academic Publishing. (ISBN 978-620-0-47759-0)
5. Dr Rajasekaran V and Rajesh (2018) “Cultural Materialism as seen in the novel I am one of you forever” Lambert Academic Publishing. (ISBN 978-620-2-07543-5)
6. Dr Rajasekaran V and Aravind BR (2018) “Critical Study on Preface to Shakespeare and Apology for Poetry” Lambert Academic Publishing. (ISBN 978-613-5-80711-0)
Editor – Special Issue of a Journal (1)
1. Rajasekaran, V. (Ed.). (2018). Special Conference Journal Papers Volume. Language in India, 18(6).
Book Chapters (12)
1. Sathvika, R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Semiotic Analysis in Select Advertisements on Nature and Sustainability: Green or Social?. In Emerging Trends and Innovations in Industries of the Developing World (pp. 111-115). CRC Press.
2. Abraham, Julia & Dr. V, Rajasekaran. (2023). Muted Voices from Silent Cultures: A
Revathi's The Truth about Me: A Hijra Life Story as a Narrative Voicing the Muted Hijra Community. In S.S Saranya & K. Abirami (Eds.), Spatial Dynamics in Literature and Culture (pp. 111-120). Dipti Press.
3. Cephus & Dr. Rajasekaran V (2023) Navigating Through The Challenges Of Teaching
In a Changing Educational Landscape, In Dr. Rajasekaran V (Ed). (2023) Successful
Teaching / Research Practices SkillTrack Publications, Chennai (ISBN 978-8-196299408)
4. Sujatha M & Dr. Rajasekaran V (2023) Listening Skills: Framework to Teach
Listening Skills with Blended Model, In Dr. Rajasekaran V (Ed). (2023) Successful
Teaching / Research Practices SkillTrack Publications, Chennai (ISBN 978-8-196299408)
5. Rajesh K & Dr. Rajasekaran V (2021) Anthropocentricism as seen in Ruskin Bond’s
Short Stories. In Rajasekaran (Ed) ‘English Language & Literature Theory and Practice’ Chennai: Notion Press, pp. 67-88 (ISBN 978-1-63873-709-4)
6. Sathvika R & Dr. Rajasekaran V (2021) Logic and Illogicality: Gender Advertising. In
Rajasekaran (Ed) ‘English Language & Literature Theory and Practice’ Chennai: Notion Press, pp. 100-112 (ISBN 978-1-63873-709-4)
7. Roshini R & Dr. Rajasekaran V (2021) An analysis of Disability Tropes of Acceptance by A compensatory Talent in Ancient Mythology. In Rajasekaran (Ed) ‘English Language & Literature Theory and Practice’ Chennai: Notion Press, pp. 88-99 (ISBN 978-1-63873-709-4)
8. Nisha M., Subbu, and Rajasekaran V (2020) "NLP Technique: A Pre-Listening
Activity in Enhancing Listening Skill – A Pilot Study." Innovations and Technologies for Soft Skill Development and Learning, In Suresh Kumar Nagarajan and Mohanasundaram R., (Ed) IGI Global, pp. 115-123. http://doi:10.4018/978-1-7998-3464-9.ch014
9. Aravind, B.R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2019). Enhancing the Select TED Wordlist Verbs through WordNet: An Experimental Study. In J. Karthikeyan, R. Srinivasan & W. Christopher Rajasekaran (Eds.), Novel Trends and Techniques in Literature and Language Research (Volume – 2) (pp. 474-483). Vellore, Tamilnadu: Bharathi Book House.
10. Godwin Raj, S., & Rajasekaran, V. (2019). Reliving the Pain through Writing: An Analysis of Emotional Catharsis in 'A Life Less Ordinary'. In J. Karthikeyan, R.
Srinivasan & W. Christopher Rajasekaran (Eds.), Novel Trends and Techniques in Literature and Language Research (Volume – 2) (pp. 529-537). Vellore, Tamilnadu: Bharathi Book House.
11. Rajesh, K & Rajasekaran, V. (2018). The Third Gender in Past and Present. In Ashish Kumar Gupta & Grishma Khobragade (Eds.), The Third Gender Stain and Pain (pp. 160168). Latur, Maharashtra: Vishwabharati Research Centre.
12. Rajasekaran, V (2010) Activities to Develop Lexical Skill of Tertiary Level Students. In Greater Heights in Linguistics, (pp. 217-223) C. Sivashanmugam and V. Thayalan (Eds)., Department of Linguistics, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore.
International Magazine Article (1)
• Rajasekaran, V. (2019). My first IATEFL conference, Voices, 267, 24-25.
International Journals (64)
Scopus Indexed Journals (33)
1. Bhuvaneswari, P & Rajasekaran, V. (2025) The listening renaissance: a theoretical exploration of audio-based digital narratives in literature. Humanities Social Science Communications 12, 96 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-025-04394-x
2. Sathvika R., & Rajasekaran V. (2024). Hybridisation as organisational design in visuals on 'Fortes' advertisement: A semiotic analysis. International Journal of Innovation and Entrepreneurship,, XX(X), 354–374. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJIE.2024.141877
3. Velu, R., & Rajasekaran (2024). “This story must be told:” unveiling environmental and social tapestry in Imbolo Mbue’s How Beautiful We Were. Humanit Soc Sci Commun 11, 1436 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-024-03944-z
4. Sujatha, U., & Rajasekaran, V. (2024). “Optimising listening skills: Analysing the effectiveness of a blended model with a top-down approach through cognitive load theory”[MethodsX 12 (2024) 1–9/102630]. MethodsX, 12
5. Abraham, J. M., & Rajasekaran, V. (2024). Emotions of endometriosis in clinical encounters: An analysis of women's experiences of health care. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice. https://doi.org/10.1111/jep.13974
6. Bhuvaneswari P., & Rajasekaran, V. (2024). Insights into the Dynamic Relationship between Technology and Task-Based Language Teaching: A Critical Review. In International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research (Vol. 23, Issue 2, pp. 402–420). Society for Research and Knowledge Management. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.23.2.19
7. Bhuvaneswari P., & Rajasekaran V. (2023). Listening in the Wider Context: An Indication of Integrating Assessment into Listening Instruction. International Journal of Social Science And Human Research. https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v6-i7-19
8. Julia, M., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). ‘Conceptualizing Endometriosis Pain Through Metaphors’. Perspectives in Biology and Medicine, 66(3), 478-491.
9. Roshini, R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). ‘An Analysis of Disability in The Little Mermaid: Examining Disparities and Similarities in the Fairytale and Its Movie Adaptation’. Studies in Media and Communication, 11(4), 220-226.
10. Roshini, R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2022). ‘More Than an Invalid: A Comparative Study Addressing Disability Portrayal in Children’s Fiction’. Theory and Practice in Language Studies, 12(3), 551-557.
11. Roopalakshmi, V., & Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Repression: Rethinking the Relationship between Creator and the Creation. YMER, 21(5), 929-937.
12. Aravind, B. R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Internet of Things (IoT) and Vocabulary Learning in the English Language. Intelligent Systems Reference Library, 210, 123–134.
13. Sathvika, R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2022). A semiotic analysis of Saussure and Barthes’s theories under the purview of print advertisements. Journal of Language and Linguistic Studies, 18(1), 386-396. doi: 10.52462/jlls.189
14. Rajesh, K., & Rajasekaran, V. (2021). Anthropocentrism in the Select American Dystopic Fictions: The Water Knife by Paolo Bacigalupi and Claire Vaye Watkins’ Gold Fame Citrus. Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice, 21(16).
https://doi.org/10.33423/jhetp.v21i16.4908
15. Aravind, B. R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2021). Exploring Dysphasia Learners’ Vocabulary Acquisition through the Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning: An Experimental
Study International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning, 16(12), 263–275.
16. Subbu Nisha M., & Rajasekaran V (2020). "NLP Technique: A Pre-Listening Activity in Enhancing Listening Skill – A Pilot Study." In Innovations and Technologies for Soft Skill Development and Learning, edited by Suresh Kumar Nagarajan and
Mohanasundaram R., IGI Global, 115-123. http://doi:10.4018/978-1-7998-3464-9.ch014
17. Roshini R., & Rajasekaran V (2020). Social Conditioning of Gender Roles Through Advertisements in India. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 6(2), 75617566.
18. Aravind, B. R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2020). A Qualitative Research through an Emerging Technique to Improve Vocabulary for ESL Learners. International Journal on Emerging Technologies, 11(2), 441–446.
19. Subbu Nisha M., & Rajasekaran V (2020). "NLP Techniques: A Therapeutic Approach to Enhance the Presentation Skills of Engineering Students". IUP Journal of English Studies, 10(1), 87-102, March 2020.
20. Aravind B R, & Rajasekaran V. (2020). Using technological modality to learn vocabulary incidentally and intentionally for effective communication. International Journal of Intelligent Enterprise, 7(1-3), 166-175.
21. Rajesh K, & Rajasekaran V (2019). The Limitations of Normative Ethics:
Anthropocentrism In Kim Stanley Robinson’s 2312. Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews, 7(6), 1040-1047. https://doi.org/10.18510/hssr.2019.76153
22. Aravind B R, Rajasekaran V. (2019) Improving Noun Hyponyms Using Select TED Wordlist through WordNet: An Investigational Study. Universal Journal of Educational Research, 7.11, 2495 - 2500. doi: 10.13189/ujer.2019.071129.
23. Aravind, B. R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2019) Diagnosing ESL Learners’ Vocabulary
Knowledge Through Memory Strategies. Humanities & Social Sciences Reviews, 7(5), 41-47. Retrieved from http://giapjournals.com/index.php/hssr/article/view/hssr.2019.755
24. Rajesh K, & Rajasekaran V (2019) Environmental Ethics: Anthropocentric
Chauvinism as Seen in Western Ethical Theories. International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering, ISSN: 2278-3075, 8(6S4), 1385-89. DOI: 10.35940/ijitee.F1280.0486S419. https://www.ijitee.org/wp-content/uploads/papers/v8i6s4/F12800486S419.pdf
25. Subbu Nisha M., & Rajasekaran V (2019) "NLP Strategies: An Innovative Tool to Enhance Employability Skills" International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering. (IJRTE), Vol 8 Issue-1C2, May 2019.
26. S. Godwin Raj & Rajasekaran V (2019) “An analysis on traumatic effects after rape”. Journal of International Pharmaceutical Research, 46(1), 158-161.
27. Aravind BR & Rajasekaran V (2019) "Technological Modality to Influence Persuasive and Argumentative Vocabulary for Effective Communication with reference to Selected TED Talk Videos". International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering. (IJRTE), Vol 7 Issue-5S2, January 2019.
28. Aravind BR & Rajasekaran V (2018) ‘Advanced Technological Modality to Explore ESL Learners’ Vocabulary Knowledge through Social Strategies’. JARDCS, 10(10), 250256.
29. Rajasekaran V, & Jasmine Jose (2017) Deromanticizing the Diasporic Life in Benyamin’s Goat Days. IUP Journal of English Studies, 4, 1-5.
30. Jasmine Jose, & Rajasekaran V (2017) The Influence of Authorities on Writers in a
Society: Censorship Rules and Challenges Faced by Dissident Writers with Reference to Remarque’s All Quiet on the Western Front. Forum for World Literature Studies, 9(2), 293-301.
31. Rajesh K, & Rajasekaran V (2017). Political Traditions and Power Structures in H.G.Wells’: The Island of Dr. Moreau. Man in India, 97(2), 363-368.
32. Godwin Raj, & Rajasekaran. V (2016). Scriptotherapy as an Antidote for Traumatic Problems with Reference to Sapphire’s Push. Man in India, 96(11), 4387-4392.
33. Rajasekaran.V et al (2016). Reading and Re-reading: A Review of Interpretations on Kamala Das’s My Story. International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, ISSN 0973-4562, 11(7), 5014-5015.
Other International Journals (31)
1. Roopalakshmi, V., & Rajasekaran, V. (2024). Addicted to Oil: Exploring the Literary and Advertising Narratives of Oil Dependence. Community Practitioner, 21(6), 2945-2953.
2. Palanisamy , B., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Listening in the wider context: An indication of integrating assessment into listening instruction. International Journal of Social Science and Human Research, 06(07). https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v6-i7-19
3. Sujatha U., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023) Listening Skills: Framework to Teach Listening Skills with Blended Model. Rajasekaran, V (Ed). Successful Teaching/Research Practices. (pp. 69-81) ISBN 978-81-962994-0-8.
4. Roopalakshmi, V., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Oil - A Metaphor of Fear and Inhumanness in John H Green's Seven Men in a tank. International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology, 9(8).
5. Sujatha, U., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Myth and Reality of Online Tools in Education. Language in India, 22(11).
6. Sathvika, & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). A semiotic analysis of Saussure and Barthes’ theories under the purview of print advertisements in International Journal of Social Science and Human Research, 11(6).
7. Julia M. Abraham, Rajasekaran, V., & Dr. Kalai Selvan Arumugham (2022). Gender Performance in Hijras: Paradoxical Identity of Indian Transgenders in the Book by A. Revathi “The Truth About Me: A Hijra Life Story”. Asian Journal Of Multidisciplinary Research & Review, 3(3), 64-75.
8. Sathvika, & Rajasekaran, V. (2021). A Visual Analysis of Advertisements in
Feminism: Logics and Illogicality. International Journal of Social Science and Human Research, 4(8). [https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v4-i8-31]
9. Aravind., B R, & Rajasekaran., V. (2021). Status of Continuing Professional
Development in Education Sector: A Global Study. International Journal of Social Science And Human Research, 4(8). [http://ijsshr.in/v4i8/20.php]
10. Subham Nanda, Aravind B.R., & Rajasekaran, V. (2021). A Study on The Difficulties in Pronunciation of ESL Learners. International Journal of Advanced Research, 9(Sep), 242-251.
11. Roshini R., Rajasekaran, V., & Manimangai Mani (2021). A Review on Disability Studies from 2000 to 2020. Language in India, 21(1), 73-80.
12. Debjyoti, D., Ritvik, S., & Rajasekaran, V. (2020). Why is Yoga Unpopular among Indian Youth? The International Journal of Health and Medicines, 1(1), 27-39.
13. Anushka, S., & Rajasekaran, V. (2020). Group Pressure: Between Suffering and Motivation. The International Journal of Social Sciences World, 2(2), 56-62.
14. Snigtha Ramkumar, & Rajasekaran. V. (2019). Perceptions and Effects of Large Classes in Higher Education in India. Language in India, 19(10), 11-20.
15. Aravind., B R, & Rajasekaran., V. (2018). Identifying the Determination Strategies of Engineering Students’ Vocabulary Knowledge through Technological Modalities. The ELT Practitioner, 5(IV).
16. Aravind B R, & Rajasekaran, V. (2018). “A Study on Vocabulary Learning Strategies of Research Scholars”. International Journal of Research in Teacher Education, 9(2), 1625.
17. Aravind B R, & Rajasekaran, V. (2018). A Review on Critical Thinking and CLIL. The Language in India, 18(6), 30-36.
18. Subbu Nisha M., & Rajasekaran, V. (2018). Employability Skills: A Review. The IUP Journal of Soft Skills, 8(1), 27-37.
19. Godwin Raj, & Rajasekaran. V. (2017). Writing as a Therapeutic Agent for
Collective Healing in the Poems of Tensin Tsundue. Studies in Linguistics and Literature, 1(2), 123-128.
20. Jasmine Jose, & Rajasekaran, V. (2017). Universal Experience of Female Tribulations in an Indian Milieu: A Study on Deshpande’s Novels Small Remedies and Roots and Shadows. Studies in Linguistics and Literature, 1(1), 5-8.
21. Jasmine Jose, & Rajasekaran. V. (2015). Establishing the Identity and Celebrating the Self in My Story by Kamala Das. Journal of Teaching and Research in English Literature, 7(1), 1-7.
22. Rajasekaran. V., & Godwin Raj (2015). Colours as Symbols in Life of Pi. Subalternspeak, 4(1), 25-30.
23. Rajasekaran. V. (2015). The Effect of Reading-Based Activities in Enhancing Vocabulary-An Observational Study. MJAL, 7(3), 262-271.
24. Rajasekaran. V., & Jasmine Jose (2015). Life in the Prison as a New Kind of Freedom in Goat Days. Language in India, 15(9), 75-83.
25. Rajasekaran, V. (2014). Methodologies to Improve Vocabulary at Upper Intermediate Level. Lang Lit, 1(1), 71-75.
26. Rajasekaran, V., & P. Selvakumar (2012). Impact of Parents Education in the Students Vocabulary. The Criterion, 2(4), 198-210.
27. Rajasekaran, V., & P. Selvakumar (2012). A Study of Vocabulary Level of II year Engineering Students. The Elixir, Ling & Trans, 7(1), 9676-9680.
28. Rajasekaran.V. (2012). The Role of Wiki in English Language Teaching at Tertiary Level. Journal of Technology for ELT, 2(1), 1-5.
29. Rajasekaran.V. (2010). Strategies to Solve Common Communicative Problems at Engineering College Level. MJAL, 2(5), 346-353.
30. Rajasekaran.V., & A.Palaniappan. (2009). English Language Teaching and Internet. Language in India, 9(11), 435-439.
31. Rajasekaran.V. (2008). Strategies to Improve Reading Skills. Journal of ELT, 5(2), 8-12.
International Conferences (35)
1. Sujatha, U., & Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Engaging ESL learners through Blended Model to Augment Listening with Top-down approach. Paper presented at the International Conference for Teacher-research ICTR 2022, SSN College of Engineering, Chennai, India, 2nd-3rd December 2022.
2. Sujatha, U., & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Effectiveness of Blended Model to Augment
Listening skills with Top-down approach: An Experimental Study on Pre-final Year
Engineering Students. Paper presented at the International Conference on Innovations in Science and Humanities (ICISH - 2023), Saveetha Engineering College, Chennai, India, 19th-20th April 2023.
3. Bhuvaneshwari Palanisamy & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Social Technologies: Reformulate Education for Extension and Sustainability (Abstract No. 2023408). Paper presented at the 17th International and 53rd Annual Conference of ELTAI on "English for Global Citizenship: Multiple Teaching Acts and Learning Experiences," Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, India, 11th-14th October 2023.
4. Bhuvaneshwari Palanisamy & Rajasekaran, V. (2023). Technology-Mediated Task in
Task-based Language Teaching (TBLT): An Overview. Paper presented at the International Conference on “Inclusive Pedagogical Strategies in Language Classes: A humanistic approach,” Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi, India, 11th-12th May 2023.
5. Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Problematizing the 'Poverty of Language' in Endo Pain
Narratives: A Study on Abby Norman's Ask Me About My Uterus. Paper presented at the International Multidisciplinary Conference on Gender Medicine: Global Perspectives on the Entanglement between Biomedicine and Socio-Cultural and Political Constructs, VIT Chennai, India, 15th-16th December 2022.
6. Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Top Down Approach to Improve Listening Skills at Tertiary Level. Paper presented at the International Conference for Teacher Research, SSN College of Engineering, Chennai, India, 2nd-3rd December 2022.
7. Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Beyond Good and Evil: Revisiting the Fidelity Discourse in 'There Will be Blood'. Paper presented at the International Conference on Adaptation Studies 2.0, Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai, India, 8th-9th April 2022.
8. Rajasekaran, V. (2022). Use of Digital Tools in Teaching Vocabulary. Talk presented at TESOL 2020 Hybrid International Convention and English Language Expo, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 22nd-25th March 2022.
9. Rajasekaran, V. (2020). Attended TESOL 2020 International Virtual Convention and English Language Expo, 16th-18th July 2020.
10. Rajasekaran, V. (2019). Presented papers at the Second International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature, VIT Vellore, India, 16th-17th August 2019:
- ‘Enhancing the Select TED Wordlist Verbs through WordNet: An Experimental
Study’
- ‘Social Conditioning of Gender Roles through Advertisements in India’
- ‘Reliving the pain through Writing: An analysis of emotional catharsis in ‘A Life Less Ordinary’
11. Rajasekaran, V. (2019). Use of Padlet in EFL classroom. Talk presented at TESOL Annual convention and Language Expo, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 12th-15th March 2019.
12. Rajasekaran, V. (2018). Attended International Conference on “Global Approaches to Multilingualism and Standardization,” University of Cambridge, 16th-18th April 2018.
13. Rajasekaran, V. (2018). Gave a Talk on “Use of WhatsApp to Teach English Pronunciation skills in Large classes’ at 52nd International IATEFL Conference and Exhibition, Brighton, UK, 9th-13th April 2018.
14. Rajasekaran, V. (2017). Presented a paper titled ‘Resistence –A Path to Self Identity in Edible Woman’ in International Seminar on ‘Hegemony and Resistence: Textualising and Contextualising’ at Thiruvalluvar Government Arts College, Rasipuram, 11th February 2017.
15. Rajasekaran, V. (2016). Attended International Conference on 'Transnational
Approach To Literary Studies' in Anna Adharsh College, Anna Nagar Chennai, 29th-30th January 2016.
16. Rajasekaran, V. (2016). Presented a paper titled “Second Language Teaching Using Big Blue Button in Virtual Mode” in Second International Conference on Linguistics (ICLSL 2016) in University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, 24th-26th August 2016.
17. Rajasekaran, V. (2015). Attended International Conference on "Imaging and Imagining Literatures and Cultures: India, Canada and Latvia” in JBAS College, Chennai, 29th November 2015.
18. Rajasekaran, V. (2013). Presented a paper titled “PBL to Improve Students Lexical
Skills” at 8th International and 44th Annual ELTAI Conference on “21st Century Learners: Learning Styles and Strategies” at SRM University, Chennai, 18th-20th July 2013.
19. Rajasekaran, V. (2011). Presented papers titled “Second Language Learning Using
Online Tools” & “Newspaper to Teach LSRW Skills” at 7th International Congress on English Grammar, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam, 28th-30th December 2011.
20. Rajasekaran, V. (2011). Presented paper titled “Consolidating and Revising
Vocabulary Level of Tertiary Level Students Through Activities” at International Seminar on “Humanistic Language and Literature Teaching,” Anna University, Chennai, 18th-19th February 2011.
21. Rajasekaran, V. (2010). Presented papers titled “Prevention of Bottlenecks in the
Activities of Vocabulary Teaching” & “Activities to Develop Lexical Skill at Tertiary Level Students” at International Conference on “Recent Advances in Linguistics,” Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, 15th-16th December 2010.
22. Rajasekaran, V. (2009). Presented paper titled “Effective Methodologies in Vocabulary Teaching” at International Conference on “Emerging Trends in Teaching Language and Literature,” Alagappa University, Karaikudi, 4th-5th December 2009.
23. Rajasekaran, V. (2007). Presented paper titled “Multimedia Language Lab in English
Language Teaching” at IATEFL & ELTAI Computer Technology SIG International conference on “New and Emerging Technologies in ELT,” Loyola College Chennai, 3rd5th August 2007.
24. Rajasekaran, V. (2007). Presented papers titled “Strategies to Improve
Communication Skills” & “Practical Aspects of Using Video in the Foreign Language
Classroom” at 38th ELTAI Annual International Conference on “The English Curriculum: Empowerment Through Spoken English,” Crescent Engineering College, Vandalur, Chennai, 9th-10th February 2007.
25. Rajasekaran, V. (2007). Presented papers titled “Ten Games to Vocabulary Building” & “The Role of Movies in the Language Classroom” at 4th International Congress on “English Grammar,” PSNA, Dindigul, 8th-12th January 2007.
26. Rajasekaran, V. (2006). Presented paper titled “The Role of Affective
Communication in Empowering Learners” at International Conference on “Empowering Learners Beyond Cognition,” V.O.C.College of Education, Tuticorin, 30th November2nd December 2006.
27. Rajasekaran, V. (2006). Presented paper titled “Lexical Approach to Second Language Teaching” at 3rd International Congress on English Grammar (iceg-2006), Sona College of Technology, Salem, 23rd-27th January 2006.
28. Rajasekaran, V. (2004). Presented paper titled “English is Second/ Foreign
Language” at 2nd International Congress on English Grammar (iceg-2004), Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam, 27th-31st December 2004.
National Conferences (8)
1. Rajasekaran, V. (2009). English Language Teaching and Internet. Paper presented at the National Conference on “Multimedia Enhanced Language Teaching,” R.M.K College of Engineering, Chennai, 7th-8th August.
2. Rajasekaran, V. (2008). Strategies to Improve Reading Skill & Language Learning
Strategies in Foreign Language Learning and Teaching. Paper presented at the National Conference on “English Language Teaching in India,” H.M. Patel Institute of English Training & Research, Vallabh Vidhya Nagar, Gujarat, 18th-19th August.
3. Rajasekaran, V. (2008). Attended National Conference on “Engineering Education” at Anna University, Coimbatore, 15th-16th April.
4. Rajasekaran, V. (2008). Effective Strategies to Improve Listening Skill. Paper presented at the National Conference on “English to Excel,” SRM University, Chennai, 13th-14th March.
5. Rajasekaran, V. (2007). The Role of Motivation in Second Language Acquisition. Paper presented at the National Conference on “Innovative Approaches and Techniques of
English Language Teaching,” PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, 13th-14th July.
6. Rajasekaran, V. (2007). The Global Community and its Need for Universal
Responsibility. Paper presented at the National Conference on “Youth Empowerment, Employment, Peace and Food,” SASTRA Deemed University, Kumbakonam.
7. Rajasekaran, V. (2006). The Role of Technology in Changing Curriculum. Paper presented at the UGC National Conference on “Gender Studies and Curriculum Development,” Vellalar College of Engineering and Technology, Erode, 3rd-5th July.
Seminar Presentations (7)
1. Rajasekaran, V. (2010). The Role of Wikis in Vocabulary Development. Paper presented at the UGC National Seminar on “Language and Technology Teaching and Perspectives,” Malabar Christian College, Calicut, Kerala, 4th-5th October.
2. Rajasekaran, V. (2009). Modern Evaluation Techniques in Second Language Teaching. Paper presented at the National Seminar on “Teaching Methodologies in Cyber Age,” Navarasam Arts & Science College, 7th March.
3. Rajasekaran, V. (2007). Evolving Technologies in Distance Education. Paper presented at the 36th ISTE National Annual Convention and National Seminar, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, 14th-16th December.
4. Rajasekaran, V. (2006). Holism – A New Path in Technical Education. Paper presented at the ISTE National Convention, Mepcho Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi, 30th September.
5. Rajasekaran, V. (2006). Motivation as Contributing Factor in Second Language Classroom. Paper presented at the ELTAI National Seminar on “Developing and Assessing Speaking Skills in English,” Annammal College of Education, Tuticorin, 17th18th November.
6. Rajasekaran, V. (2005). The Internet making its work in the ESL Classroom. Paper presented at the ELTAI Regional Seminar on “Materials for Teaching at the Tertiary Level in a Global Environment,” Loyola College Chennai, 17th December.
7. Rajasekaran, V. (2004). The Emerging Figure of New Women in Mass Media and Literature in Tamil Nadu. Paper presented at the National level Seminar on “Women
Studies,” D.G. Government Arts College for Women, Mayiladuthurai, 18th-20th August.
Workshop Participation in Abroad (2)
1. Attended one-day IELTS USA Teacher Workshop at Georgia World Congress Centre, Atlanta, Georgia, United States. on 12th March 2019.
2. Attended one day IATEFL-PCE Pronunciation Workshop at Brighton, UK on 9th
April 2018
Workshop Participation in India (18)
1. Participated in a 5-day FDP on Universal Human Values organized by AICTE from January 2nd to 6th, 2023.
2. Engaged in a workshop on the 'Indian Conception of Multiculturalism' on January 8th and 9th, 2020, at IIT Tirupati.
3. Took part in the ICHR, India and AHRC, UK Joint International Workshop on 'Cultural Heritage, Migration and Indian Diaspora' on January 30th and 31st, 2019, at Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.
4. Joined an FDP on 'Best Teaching Pedagogy & Counseling for New Generation
Students' on April 20th and 21st, 2017, at the American University of India, Kodaikanal.
5. Participated in a one-day workshop on "Recent Trends and Methods in ELT" on February 25, 2017, at SSN College of Engineering, Chennai.
6. Attended a workshop on 'UK University’s Employability Support Services for International Students' on April 7th, 2016, at the British Council, Chennai.
7. Participated in a workshop on "Emerging Theories and Applications in English Literature and Language Teaching Research" on February 13, 2016, at B S Abdur Rahman University Chennai.
8. Engaged in a workshop on "ICT in Language Teaching and Learning at the Tertiary Level" on March 5, 2016, at Anna University Chennai.
9. Took part in Ford’s 'Train the Trainer Workshop' on March 3, 2016, at Ford, Chennai.
10. Participated in a workshop on 'Skill Development Quality and Reach: What this means for India Today?' on September 14th, 2015, at Hotel Rains Tree Chennai, organized by Cambridge University Press.
11. Engaged in a three-day workshop on 'Soft Skills' at VIT University Vellore from December 14th to 16th, 2015.
12. Participated in a one-month 'Faculty Orientation Workshop' at VIT University Chennai from June 1st to 26th, 2015.
13. Engaged in a two-day ISTE Workshop on “Aakash for Education” conducted by IIT Bombay on November 10th and 11th, 2012.
14. Participated in an ELT Workshop at Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai, Erode on July 8th, 2011.
15. Took part in a State Level Workshop on "Enhancing Second Language Teaching by Effective Evaluation Methods" at RMK College of Engineering & Technology, Chennai, on February 21-22, 2009.
16. Engaged in a Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) on Instructional Design and Delivery from June 19th to 24th, 2006, conducted by NITTR Chennai at K.S.R. College of Engineering, Tiruchengode.
17. Participated in a State Level Workshop on "Teaching English" at ARC Viswanathan College of Arts and Science, Mayiladuthurai, on August 7-8, 2004.
18. Joined a National Workshop on "The Internet and Interactive Teaching of English" at PKR Arts College for Women, Gobichettipalayam, on August 12-13, 2005, and gave a talk on "Use of Internet in Urban-based Institutions– A New Approach."
Invited Talks (160)
1. Keynote Speaker at International Conference on Integrating Basic Sciences and Humanities organized by Vel Tech University Chennai, on 21st and 22nd March 2025.
2. Chief Guest to inaugurate Eloquentia Club at SCSVMV University, Kanchipuram on 30.09.24 and Gave Talk on Importance of Extra Curricular Activities in Students Life.
3. Gave talk in FDP on ‘How to write quality research papers? organized by Hindustan College of Arts and Science, Chennai on 28.09.24.
4. Gave talk on ‘Communication Skills to School Children ‘ organized by SPORIC Office of VIT Chennai on 28.09.24.
5. Served as the Resource Person for the UGC-HRDC Refresher Course and delivered the following talks:
28th August 2024:
Session 1. "Roadmap for Better Teaching"
Session 2. "Digital Tools for Effective Teaching"
29th August 2024:
Session 3. "How to Write and Publish High-Quality Research Papers?"
Session 4."AI Tools for Research"
6. Chief Guest to inaugurate Vadiva Club at Velammal Institute of Technology, Chennai on 14.08.24 and Gave Talk on Importance of Extra Curricular Activities in Students Life.
7. Served as the Resource Person for an online workshop organized by CSSR & SRRM Degree & PG College (Autonomous), Kamalapuram, YSR, Andhra Pradesh, and delivered the following talks:
Session 1: 23rd July 2024: "Leveraging Interactive AI Tools for Effective Teaching"
Session 2: 24th July 2024: "Utilizing AI Tools to Enhance Research Productivity"
Session 3: 25th July 2024: "Strategies for Publishing in High-Impact Journals"
6. Served as the Resource Person for the FDP on "Modern Teaching and Evaluation Methods," organized by Soka Ikeda College of Arts and Science for Women, Chennai, on 15th July 2024, and delivered a talk on "AI Tools for Better Teaching and Learning Practices."
7. Served as the resource person for Five day FDP on ‘Publishing in High -Impact Scopus, SCI and SCIE Indexed Journals organized by Gokul Global University, Gujarat from 24 to 29th June 2024.
8. Resource Person to conduct Fun and Games to Rotary Club of Madras City on 30th March 2024.
9. Conducted a session titled "Research Made Easy: AI Tools for Research" during a Two-Day Symposium at Annai Violet Arts and Science College, Chennai, on 14th March 2024.
10. Keynote Speaker at International Conference on Climate Advocacy, Resilience, and Ethics at Bishop Heber College, Trichy, on 12th and 13th February 2024.
11. Resource Person for a Five-Day Online FDP titled "Innovative Strategies for Creative Classroom Teaching," from 19th to 23rd February 2024 at VIT Chennai.
12. Chief Guest for Sahitya 2024 Lit Fest of SRM University, Kattankulathur, Chennai, on 9th February 2024.
13. Resource Person for a workshop on "Trends in Educational Research" organized by KSR College of Education, Tiruchengode, Tamil Nadu, on 30th January 2024.
14. Served as the Resource Person for a Five-Day Online FDP titled "Digital Pedagogy Unleashed: Navigating the Future of Education," delivering a session on "Tech-Driven Learning: Excelling with Latest Tools for Engaged Education," organized by KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore, on 30th January 2024.
15. Gave a talk on "Free Resources for Research" at the National Workshop on Multidisciplinary Research Skills, organized by Jagannath Barooah University, Jorhat, Assam, from 19th to 25th January 2024.
16. Served as the Resource Person for an FDP, delivering a talk on "How to Write a Quality Research Paper?" on 18th January 2024, organized by Sandip University, Maharashtra.
17. Served as the Resource Person in the National Level Three-Day Online Faculty Development Program on "Artificial Intelligence in Teaching & Learning the English Language," delivered a talk on "Continuous Professional Development Using Digital Tools" on 14th December 2023, jointly organized by Anna University, Chennai, and Sri S. Ramasamy Naidu Memorial College, Sattur.
18. Gave a session titled "How to write quality research papers?" in FDP organized by Sri Eshwar College of Engineering, Coimbatore, on 28th December 2023.
19. Gave a session on ‘Continuous Professional Development (CPD) using Digital
Tools’ in three-day FDP on Artificial Intelligence in Teaching and Learning English Language organized by Anna University Chennai from 14 to 16 December 2023.
20. Delivered the invited talk on ‘Revolutionizing ELT with AI Tools’ in Fourth
International Conference on Language Studies, Translation and Education - ICLTE: 2023 from 7 to 9 December 2023 organized by International Association for Technology Education and Language Studies (IATELS) Bursa, Turkey. (Blended Mode).
21. Chief Guest for Annual Day Celebrations of Maharishi Vidhya Mandir School Polachery, (CBSE School), Chennai on 02.12.2023.
22. Gave session on ‘Freshman Guide to Research’ in Two-Day Induction Program for Research Scholars in Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be
University), Salem held on 23 & 24.11 2023.
23. Resource Person for MBA Freshers’ Orientation Programme and delivered talk on ‘Be a better version of yourself’ at Sri Amaravati College of Arts and Science, Karur on 17.08.23
24. Resource Person for a Two-Day Induction Program for PhD Research Scholars in Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore on 27 & 28.03.2023
25. Resource Person for a One Day National Level Multi-Disciplinary Workshop on ‘Emerging Trends and Practices in Research Integrity and Publication Ethics’ in Government Arts College, Dharmapuri on 26.03.2023.
26. Chief Guest for Sports Fiesta annual sports day celebrations of Sri Kanchi
Mahaswami Vidhya Mandir (CBSE School), Tambaram, Chennai on 27.01.2023.
27. Resource person in the Job Oriented Value-Added Course " Predicting the
Unpredictable: Revolving Corporate Readiness Dynamics" held during January 3-8, 2023 at GLA University Mathura.
28. Resource Person for 10 days short term course on ‘Research Methodology’ conducted by Prerna College of Commerce, Reshimbag, Nagpur, Maharastra held from 25.11.22 to 4.12.22.
29. Resource person for the Fresher’s orientation programme Samparna’22 and gave a session on ‘Critical Thinking Skills’ at Universal Group of Institutions, Bangalore on 27.09.22
30. Gave a invited talk on ‘Soft Skills for Career Success’ at SNMV College of Arts and
Science, Coimbatore on 20.5.22
31. Gave a talk on ‘Creative Writing’ at Mahindra College of Engineering (Autonomous) Salem on 13.5.22.
32. Gave a invited talk on ‘Basics of Research for PG Students at CTTE College of Arts and Science, Chennai on 10.5.22
33. As expert member attended BoS Meeting of English at Sengunthar College of Engineering, Tiruchengode on 6th May, 2021.
34. Gave a talk on “Research and Publication’ at National Level Seminar organized by
CSI Bishop Appasamy College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 5.5.22
35. Gave a talk on “Thesis Writing” in the workshop on Research Methodology organised by Vinayaka Missions Research Foundation (Deemed to be University), Salem on 5.5.22.
36. As expert member attended BoS Meeting of English at Mahindra College of
Engineering ( Autonomous) Salem on 12.4.22
37. Chief Guest for FDP on ‘Research Methodology’ at Sri Kaleeswari College, Sivakasi organized under the auspices of Virudhunagar District Cluster of
Colleges Joint Faculty Programme in English on 9 .4.22
38. Resource person for Virtual Workshop on ‘Research Methodology for PG Students’ organized by Holy Cross Home Science College, Thoothukudi on 20 .4.22
39. Resource person for Virtual Workshop on ‘How to search quality materials for research’ organized by School of Social Sciences and Languages, VIT Vellore on 28.1.2022.
40. Gave a invited lecture on ‘Basics of Research and Writing Research Paper’ organized by K G Joshi College of Arts & N G Bedekar College of Commerce,
Thane, Maharastra on 14.1.22
41. Gave a Talk on ‘Be a better version yourself’ in first year Induction Programme of NIT Puducherry on 23.12.21.
42. Gave a talk on ‘How avoid plagiarism?’ in FDP A Confluence of Changes & Incentives: Language, Literature & Research’ organized by PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore 9.12.21.
43. Gave a talk on ‘How to write a research paper?’ in FDP A Confluence of Changes & Incentives: Language, Literature & Research’ organized by PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 8.12.21.
44. Speaker for Motivation Talk on ‘Discover Yourself’ to students of Jairam College of Arts and Science, Karur on 7.12.21.
45. Resource Person for A one week International Faculty Development Programme organized by St Joseph College for Women Autonomous, Vishakhapatnam &
ELTAI Vishakhapatnam chapter on 22.10.21
46. Gave a Talk on ‘Life Skills through Literature’ in A Four day International Faculty Enrichment Programme at Srimad Andavar Arts and Science College, Srirangam on 9.10.21.
47. Resource Person for one day workshop on ‘Digital Tools in Teaching’ at Jain University, Bangalore on 9.10.21.
48. Gave a talk on ‘How to become an effective communicator’ at SNMV Institute of Management, Coimbatore 10.10.21.
49. Gave a talk on ‘Change Making Leadership’ organized by NIPM, Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia on 15th September 2021.
50. Gave a Lecture on ‘Personas vs Ethos’ at Krishana Jayanthi Arts and Science College, Bengaluru on 23rd September 2021.
51. Gave Motivation talk on ‘Be the best version of yourself’ at ‘First year orientation programme’ of Kathir Arts and Science College on 17th September 2021.
52. Keynote Speaker at 4th International E-conference on Incipient Research in Information Technology, Commerce, Management and Linguistics’ on 17th September 2021.
53. Gave Motivation talk at ‘First year orientation programme’ at Prathyusha Engineering College, Chennai on 30th August 2021.
54. As expert member attended BoS Meeting - English Department of University of Mumbai on 10th August, 2021.
55. As expert member attended BoS Meeting of English at Nandha College of Arts and Science, Erode on 5th August, 2021.
56. Invited Speaker for ELTed Talk on ‘Digital Tools in ELT Classroom’ hosted by ELT Ireland on 3rd July 2021.
57. Resource Person for a National Seminar ‘Research Methodology in English Studies’ organized by DES’s R.S.Mundle Dharampeth Arts & Commerce College, Nagpur, SNM’s Rajkumar Kewalramani Girls College, Nagpur SSPM’s Mahila Mahavidyalaya , Nagpur on 30th July, 2021.
58. Resource Person for National Level FDP on ‘How to avoid plagiarism?’ organized by PPG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 5th July June, 2021
59. Resource Person for National Level FDP on Digital Tools for Effective Teaching organized by Dr NGP College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 21st June, 2021
60. Resource Person for National Level Workshop on MLA Style of Referencing: The 9th Edition Updates R. D. Deore Arts and Science College, Mhasadi, Tal. Sakri, Dist.Dhule Maharashtra on 18th June 2021
61. Inaugurated English Literary Club and gave special address on ‘Literature and Life’ at Nehru Arts and Science College, Coimbatore on 5th June 2021.
62. Gave Webinar on ‘Creativity and Innovation in Teaching and Learning’ organized by K S Rangasamy College of Technology, Tiruchengode on 3rd June 2021.
63. Gave SDP session on ‘E mail Writing’ organized by RGUKT-AP Srikakulam Campus on 20th May, 2021.
64. Gave FDP session on ‘Research Methodology’ organized by Prerna College of Commerce, Nagpur on 11th May 2021.
65. Gave SDP session on ‘The Secrets of Students Success’ organized by Government Arts and Science College, Lalgudi Trichy, on 20th April, 2021.
66. Gave SDP session on ‘Grooming Yourself for Placements’ in SDP organized by Kongu Engineering College, Erode on 22nd March 2021.
67. Gave session on ‘Building Portfolio for Successful Career’ in SDP organized by VIT Bhopal on 13th March 2021.
68. Gave session on ‘Corporate Perceptions of Employability Skills?’ in SDP organized by Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore on 3rd March 2021.
69. Gave session on ‘ How to avoid plagiarism?’ in ‘Guru Dakshitha’ - Faculty
Induction Programme (FIP)' at Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation
(Deemed to be University) on 5th February, 2021
70. Gave session on ‘How to paraphrase research papers?’ in FDP on ‘Art of Writing Research Papers for Indexed Journals’ organized by NITTE Institute of Technology, Bangalore on 16th December 2020.
71. Gave talk on ‘How to become a powerful communicator?’’ to during Freshers’ Induction Programme at Hallmark Business School, Trichy on 2nd December 2020.
72. Gave talk on ‘Human Values’ to during Freshers’ Induction Programme at Builders Engineering College, Kangeyam on 10th November 2020.
73. Joined as Expert Member- Board of Studies of English at Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Perundurai on 7th November 2020.
74. Joined as Expert Member Board of Studies of English at Nandha Engineering College, Erode on 10th September 2020.
75. Gave a Lecture on ‘Mechanics of Research Writing’ organized by Kongu Arts and Science College, Erode on 7th September 2020.
76. Gave Talk on ‘Winning Career Formula After School’ on 10th August 2020 organized by Shadan Women’s College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana.
77. Gave a Talk on ‘Digital Tools to Improve Writing Skills’ organized by Malolan College of Arts and Science, Chennai on 20th July 2020.
78. Gave a Talk on ‘Digital Tools to Build Vocabulary Skills’ organized by KPR College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 14th July 2020.
79. Gave Talk on ‘How to Write Research Paper and Publish in International Journals’ on 9th July, 2020 organized by Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bengaluru.
80. Gave STP session on ‘Design Your Success’ on 6th July 2020 organized by Shadan Women’s College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana.
81. Gave a Talk on ‘Future of Teaching - Challenges and Opportunities’ on 3rd July 2020 organized by Builders Engineering College, Kangeyam.
82. Gave STP session on ‘Developing Communication Skills through Digital Tools’ on 30th June 2020 organized by ST Hindu College, Nagercoil.
83. Gave FDP Session on ‘How to create engaging videos?’ organized by School of Mechanical and Civil Engineering, VIT Chennai on 26th June 2020.
84. Gave a Talk on ‘Digital Tools to Build Communication Skills’ organized by KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore on 25th June 2020.
85. Gave a session on ‘How to avoid Grammatical Errors in Research Paper?’ to New Faculty Members of VIT Chennai on 25th June 2020.
86. Gave a workshop session on ‘How to create and Edit Videos?’ organized by SNR
Group of Institutions, Coimbatore on 23rd June 2020
87. Gave a talk on ‘Future of ELT’ organized by REVA University, Bangalore on 22nd June 2020.
88. Gave webinar talk on ‘How to become an Ideal teacher? to Professors of various universities across India organized by St Joseph College of Engineering, Chennai, on 10th June 2020
89. Gave Motivation talk on ‘Design Your Success’ organized by SRM University,
Ramapuram Campus, Chennai, on 6th June 2020
90. Joined as Expert Member for Board of Studies - English Meeting at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 1st June, 2020.
91. Gave webinar talk on ‘Essentials of Professional Writing’ to Professors of various universities across India organized by Karunya University, Coimbatore on 29th
May 2020
92. Gave a session on ‘Presentation Skills’ to Research Scholars of VIT Chennai on 27th May 2020.
93. Gave webinar talk on ‘Creativity and Innovation in Teaching’ to Professors of various universities across India organized by English Language Teachers Association of Telangana (ELTA) on 21st.May 2020.
94. Gave webinar talk on ‘Current Trends in Teaching Methods and Strategies in Higher Education’ to Professors of various universities across India organized by
Nanjil Catholic College of Arts and Science, Kanyakumari, on 18th May 2020
95. Gave webinar talk on ‘Research Paper Publications in Quality Journals’ in FDP organized by Vivekanantha College of Engineering for Women, Tiruchengode on
15th May 2020
96. Gave webinar talk on ‘Digital Tools to Enhance English Skills’ to students of Sri
Ramakrishna Arts and Science College, Coimbatore on 13th May 2020
97. Gave a half a day workshop on 'E mail writing skills' to non-teaching staff members of VIT Chennai on 22nd April, 2020.
98. Gave webinar Talk on ‘How to plan career after +2?’ organized by SA Engineering College, Chennai on 10th May 2020.
99. Gave a webinar talk on ‘Continuous Professional Development’ to Professors of Sri Ramakrishna Arts and Science College, Coimbatore on 24th April, 2020.
100. Gave webinar talk on ‘Design your Destiny’ to Students of Sri Krishna Engineering College, Coimbatore on 24th April, 2020.
101. Gave webinar talk on ‘How to write a research paper?’ to Professors and Students of Department of English, Rani Channamma University P G Centre Torvi Vijayapura, Karnataka on 23nd April 2020.
102. Gave webinar talk on ‘How to write research paper?’ to Professors of various universities across India organized by Langlit, International Journal on 22nd April 2020.
103. Gave webinar talk on 'How to improve English Writing Skills' to Non-teaching staff members of VIT Chennai on 22nd April, 2020.
104. Gave webinar talk on 'How to improve Vocabulary Skills in English' to Nonteaching staff members of VIT Chennai on 21st April, 2020.
105. Invited as Resource Person for One Day FDP ‘Enhancing English Communication Skills’ at Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal Arts and Science College, Sivakasi on 21st February 2020.
106. Invited as Resource Person for One Day Workshop on ‘Web Based Learning to Enhance English Communication and Employability Skills’ at SRM University, Ramapuram Campus on 17th February 2020.
107. Delivered Motivation Talk on ‘Design Your Destiny’ to entire students of Sri Amaravathi College of Arts and Science, Karur on 11th January 2020.
108. Expert Member – Board of Studies Meeting held at Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Perundurai on 10th January 2020.
109. Invited as Resource Person for One Day National Seminar on 'Plagiarism in Research and Use of Scopus Database' at Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be University) on 1st November 2019.
110. Chief Guest to Inaugurate English Literary Association of Sri Krishna Adhithya College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 5th July 2019.
111. Expert Member – Board of Studies Meeting held at Sengunthar Engineering College, Tiruchengode on 19th July 2019.
112. Chief Guest for Educational Development Day Celebrations held at SBIOA International School, Sonalur, Chennai on 15th July 2019.
113. Expert Member – Board of Studies Meeting held at Erode Sengunthar Engineering College, Perundurai on 13th July 2019.
114. Chief Guest to Inaugurate English Literary Association at Sri Guru Nanak College of Arts and Science, Chennai on 10th July 2019 FN.
115. NAAC Mock Audit Expert at Department of English in CSI Bishop Appasamy College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 5th July 2019 AN.
116. Chief Guest to Inaugurate English Literary Association at Sri Krishna Adhitya College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 5th July 2019 FN.
117. Expert Member Board of Studies Meeting at Vellalar College of Engineering, Erode on 17th May 2019.
118. Expert Member Board of Studies Meeting at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore on 30th April 2019.
119. Panel Member for ‘Bridging the Skills Gap - Developing Future Skills in Higher Education | Academia Partnering with Industry & more’ in EdTech Review "8th Higher Education Technology Conference 2019" held on 28th March 2019 at Taj Hotel, Bangalore.
120. Resource Person for a Workshop on 'Conversational English' to Nonteaching staff members of VIT Chennai on 21st November 2018.
121. Invited as Resource Person for Freshers Orientation Programme held on
27th August 2018 at Hallmark Business School, Trichy
122. Chief Guest for Inaugural Function of English Literary Club Activities on 30th July 2018 at Kongu Arts and Science College (Autonomous) Erode.
123. Gave a talk on Frostian Thoughts at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science for Women on 18th July 2018 AN.
124. Inaugurated English Literary Club and gave special address on’ Know the World and Rule the World’ at Nehru Arts and Science College, Coimbatore on 18th July 2018 FN.
125. Chief Guest for Freshers’ Inaugural Function at NGM College Pollachi on
25th June 2018
126. Chief Guest for Annual Day celebrations held at Karur College of Engineering on 3rd March 2018.
127. Resource Person for a workshop on ‘Strategies for Writing Skills’ at Bharathiar University PG Extension Centre at Erode on 16th Feb 2018.
128. Resource Person for Workshop on ‘Soft Skills’ at Anna University Arni campus on 12th September 2017.
129. Resource Person for Entrepreneurship Development Cell Awareness Camp at Nandha Engineering College, Erode to handle session on 'Positive Psychology for Entrepreneurs' on 3rd March 2017.
130. Chief Guest for One Day National Workshop on ‘Research Methodology and Research Studies’ on 9th March 2017 at Thiruvalluvar Arts College,Rasipuram, Tamilnadu.
131. Chief Guest for One Day Workshop on 'Effective Strategies to Improve Communication Skills' on 7th March 2017 at Bishop Appasamy College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore.
132. Chief Guest for Intra -Department Symposium on 29th July 2016 at Mohammed Sathak AJ Engineering College, Chennai
133. Gave a Motivation talk on ‘Importance of English Pronunciation’ to first year students of Sengunthar Engineering College, Tiruchengode on 5.11.15.
134. Inaugurated Shakespeare English Club and Delivered key note address on ‘English and Employability’ in Vivekananda College of Engineering for Women,
Tiruchengode on 05.11.15
135. Effective Speaking Skills for Engineering Students for III year students of Velammal Engineering College, Chennai on 10.10.15
136. Soft Skills Training Programme for Project Managers and Functional Heads of URC Construction Pvt Ltd Erode on 11.4.15 to 12.4.15.
137. Sales Skills Mantras to LIC Agents of Salem Division on 13.6.14 to 14. 6.14
138. Conducted Soft Skills Training Programme for Project Trainees of URC Infotech Pvt Ltd Erode on 18.3.14 to 19.3.14.
139. How to Avoid Fear in Share Trading to Aditya Birla Trading Division at
Erode on 12.2.2014
140. Conducted FDP on Easy way of Learning English for fresh teachers of Kumaraswamy College Engineering, Karur on 23.06.13
141. Conducted FDP on Communication Skills for Kovai Public School (CBSE)
Teachers on 14.05.13
142. Given Motivation Programme for Better Performance to 12 students of Navarasam Matriculation School, Palliyuthu on 26.01.13.
143. Conducted Faculty Development Programme on " Competencies to Improve Writing Skills" for Faculty Members" of Kumaraswamy College of |Engineering, Karur on 21.01.13.
144. Resource Person for Training on "Practical Approach to Enhance Soft Skills " to II Year Mechanical Engineering Students of Kumaraswamy College of |Engineering, Karur on 20.01.13.
145. Delivered Guest Lecture on" Upgrading Communication Skills Through Literature" at Nandha Arts and Science College, Erode on 8th January 2013.
146. Faculty Development Programme on "Communicative Competencies for Faculty Members" in Kumaraswamy College of Engineering, Karur on 28.12.12.
147. Delivered Guest of Honour Address in 'Energy Conservation Day Celebrations'held in Kangeyam on 14.12.12 organized by TNEB Tiruppur Region.
148. Individual Counseling to Family members of Rotary Club of Tirunelveli on
04.03.12
149. Career Guidance, Goal Setting & Effective Communication Skills to students of Rajendra Matriculation School, Arachalur, Erode on 20.2.12.
150. Placement Training - Resume Writing, Group Disscussion & Interview
Techniques to final year Students of Andavar Polytechnic College, Gandhi
Polytechnic College, Sri Venkateswara Polytechnic College, Rajiv Gandhi
Polytechnic College, Al Ameen Polytechnic Collge, JKK Sampoorani Ammal
Polytechnic College under Science and Technology Training Programme organized by JKK Sampoorani Ammal Polytechnic Collge, Gobichettipalayam, Erode on 29.01.2012.
151. Chief Guest to National Conference on 'New Career Options in English' and delivered the Valedictory Address on 28.1.12 at Navarasam College of Arts and Science for Women, Arachalur, Erode.
152. Goal Setting and things making it to Happen to final year Students of Andavar Polytechnic College, Gandhi Polytechnic College, Sri Venkateswara
Polytechnic College, RajivGandhi Polytechnic College, Al Ameen Polytechnic
College, JKK Sampoorani Ammal Polytechnic Collge under Science and Technology Training Programme organized by JKK Sampoorani Ammal Polytechnic Collge, Gobichettipalayam, Erode on 03.01.2012.
153. Motivation Programme to CSE and ECE department students of JKK
Sampoorani Ammal Polytechnic Collge, Gobichettipalayam, Erode on 02.01.2012
154. Relaxed Way of Learning Soft Skills to English Department Students of Both BA & MA at Navarasam College of Arts and Science for Women, Arachalur, Erode on 17.12.11.
155. Competence Mapping to all Final Year Students at Sri Vasavi College, Erode on 13.09.11.
156. Out bound Training to Rotaty Club Members of Villupuram on 15.10.11 at Elagiri Hills.
157. Creativity for Parents and Children to customers of TATA GOLDPLUS Jewellery, Villupuram ON 18.09.11.
158. Fun and Games to Family Members at JCI Erode Greencity on 11.09.11.
159. Interpersonal Skills to Business Aspirants (I,II & III year BBA) at Muthayammal Arts and Science College, Rasipuram, on 09.09.11.
Personal Traits
• Enthusiastically Embracing Continuous Learning
• Punctuality as a Second Nature
• Demonstrating Sincerity and Unwavering Commitment
• Unleashing Innovation and Creativity
• Adaptable Team Player with a Flair for Collaboration
Computer Skills
• Adept Navigator of the Digital Realm
• Mastery in Harnessing the Power of Virtual Teaching & Learning Tools
• Sound Expertise in Unleashing the Potential of Web 2.0 Tools
Personal Profile
• Date of Birth: April 10, 1981
• Marital Status: Married and blessed with a Son and a Daughter
• Religion: Hindu
• Nationality: Indian
• Hobby: Avid Reader
• Passport No: S9544538
• Email: rskaran2003@gmail.com
• Address: A-153, SBIOA Unity Encalve, Mambakkam, Chennai - 600 127, Tamil Nadu, India
(Dr Rajasekaran)
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