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28th & 29th February 2024, Academic Complex AIOU, Islamabad
Join us to shape tomorrow’s education through insights, innovation, and collaboration.
To provide a platform for researchers and practitioners from diverse backgrounds to share their research findings and innovative practices in the field of education.
1To encourage the development and implementation of educational practices that empowers learners to acquire skills and knowledge for personal, professional, and societal development.
3To discuss and showcase the latest research methodologies, outcomes and best practices in education that contributes to the transformation of teaching and learning processes.
2Fosters forward-looking discussions shaping education's future, merging scholarly research with practical wisdom.
4Senior Lecturer, Language Academy
Dr. Abdullah Mohd Nawi is a senior lecturer at the Language Academy, with a PhD in Education, specializing in applied drama in English language learning, language teaching and teacher training. He is a former Assistant Dean (External & Global Engagement) for the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, and former Deputy Director of UTM Office of Corporate Affairs, specializing in branding and communication. His PhD in Education is from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, where her research developed the fields of Applied Drama in English language learning, and reflective practice. He is a native speaker English Language lecturer and teacher trainer with over twenty years’ teaching experience teaching and managing students in three different countries – Malaysia, the UK, and New Zealand, from diverse nationalities, age groups, and professions.His Bachelor of Education in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) was earned from the University of Exeter, UK, and he was awarded Master of Education (TESL) from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia. His main research interests are in the developing field of drama in ESL/ELT. He is also interested in Second Language Acquisition as a whole, and developing ESL in Malaysia.
Associate Professor, Open University Malaysia
Dr. Zahir Osman, an academician, seamlessly integrates scholarly and corporate expertise in his role as an Associate Professor at OUM's Faculty of Business Management. Possessing a Ph.D. in Management, an MBA, and substantial experience in finance, he excels as a senior lecturer, actively shaping business studies curriculum and contributing to impactful research. With a career spanning over a decade in finance and more than 13 years in education, Dr. Osman imparts specialized knowledge in finance, entrepreneurship, and management. His global scholarly impact is evident in articles and presentations covering finance, business management, online learning, and tourism. The transition from a prosperous corporate trajectory to academia underscores his versatility, enriching educational endeavors through the seamless integration of theoretical principles and practical applications.
CEO, Oak Consulting
Dr Fatima Rehan Dar is a seasoned educational expert with more than 28 years of experience. She is currently the CEO and Managing Partner of Oak Consulting which is an educational research and consultancy firm. Dr Dar has worked as a senior academic with several universities in Pakistan and abroad. Her other engagements include work with national and international agencies as a team lead and senior technical advisor on a wide range of education projects. Dr. Fatima Rehan Dar earned her PhD from the School of Education and Cognitive Science, Asia e
University, Malaysia. She also has an MA in Curriculum and Teaching from Teachers College, Columbia University (USA) and an MA in English Language and Literature from Government College University (Lahore, Pakistan). She has also been a Charles Wallace Trust scholar at the Institute of Education (UK) in the year 2000.
Incharge, Department of English Language Teaching & Linguistics, University of the Punjab
Dr. Muhammad Islam did his PhD in ELT & Applied Linguistics (2013) from University of Leeds, UK and MA (Applied Linguistics & TESOL- 2009) from University of Leicester, UK. He has been associated with University of the Punjab since 2008 and, at present, is serving as HOD, department of ELT & Linguistics. Previously, he has been teaching in NUML and UET, Lahore where he received “talented teacher award” for three consecutive years. He is an approved HEC supervisor for PhD research and supervising various MPhil and PhD theses. His main research interests include ELT, Applied Linguistics, Second Language Learning and Critical Discourse Analysis. One of his publications “The L2 Motivational Self System and National Interest: A Pakistani perspective” proposed the construct of national interest in relation to L2 motivation research, which has been cited across the world (more than 270 citations including Dörnyei’s seminal work “The Psychology of the Language Learner: Revisited”). He also reviews articles for highly reputed international journals including ‘System’ in the field of ELT & Applied Linguistics.
Digital transformation,society and competency are phrases used interchangeably to describe the socio-economic changes occurring in emerging and developed countries. The phrases have occupied the media headlines in Thailand, with the underlying theme being ‘societal preparedness’ with a focused narrative on transitioning towards a digital society. The digital transition in Thailand is argued to centre oneducating society about the significance of changes
indigital technology; increasingdigital competency; enhancing and expandingthe country digital infrastructure; implementing and enforcing government policies to support digital business
sectors; and fostering a sustainable digital society.
CONFERENCE THEME
SUB THEME
The “Get Experience” segment of the conference encapsulates hands-on opportunities, interactive demonstrations, and immersive activities aimed at providing participants with practical exposure and firsthand engagement. Through workshops, simulations, or interactive sessions, attendees can actively participate, experiment, and delve into various aspects of education.
ACTIVITY (Day 1) | TIME |
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Inaugural | 9:00 am - 10:00 am |
Key note speech 1 | 10:00 am – 11:00 am |
Key note speech 2 | 10:00 am – 11.00 am |
Tea break | 11:00 am - 11:30 am |
Parallel Sessions/ Round table session 1 | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm |
Invited Speakers/ Panel Discussion | 11:30 am – 1:30 pm |
Lunch Break | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm |
Parallel Sessions/ Round table session 2 | 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm |
Panel Discussion | 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm |
Social Gathering and Dinner | 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm |
ACTIVITY (Day 2) | TIME |
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Key note speech | 9:00 am - 10:30 am |
Poster Session & Working tea | 10:30 am – 11:00 am |
Parallel Sessions/Round table session 03 | 11:00 am - 1:30 pm |
Panel Discussion (02) | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm |
Lunch Break | 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm |
Panel discussion (way forward) | 2:30 pm – 3.00 pm |
Keynote Speech | 3:15 pm – 4:00 pm |
Closing Ceremony | 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
This keynote aims to shed light on the evolving landscape of language testing and evaluation as a result of the application of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Being a framework that is internationally recognised, the CEFR provides a solution tostandardisingthe assessment of language proficiency for educators, learners, and institutions.
Effective student learning is chiefly dependent on strong professional development programs that support in developing critical consciousness about the teaching profession; they must also address issues of equity and social justice in a fine balance. Equity in teacher development means that all students have a right to be exposed to excellent teaching. Likewise, all teachers have a right to high-quality professional learning.
In the 21st century, educational leadership is a dynamic challenge, requiring a multifaceted approach to effectively steer institutions through a complex landscape. Leaders grapple with district-specific policies, legislative changes, and evolving trends in curriculum and assessment. Technical proficiency is essential as leaders integrate new technologies, fostering digital literacy through learning management systems, online resources, and e-learning platforms.
Digital transformation, society and competency are phrases used interchangeably to describe the socio-economic changes occurring in emerging and developed countries. The phrases have occupied the media headlines in Thailand, with the underlying theme being ‘societal preparedness’ with a focused narrative on transitioning towards a digital society.
Dr. Muhammad Islam did his PhD in ELT & Applied Linguistics (2013) from University of Leeds, UK and MA (Applied Linguistics & TESOL- 2009) from University of Leicester, UK. He has been associated with University of the Punjab since 2008 and, at present, is serving as HOD, department of ELT & Linguistics.
Name: Dr. Hafiz Tahir Jameel
Email: icrpe2024@aiou.edu.pk