Two-Day International Conference on English Language, Literature, Culture, ELT, and Artificial Intelligence (Virtual)

Two-Day International Conference on English Language, Literature, Culture, ELT, and Artificial Intelligence (Virtual)

 I am delighted to share that I had the privilege of attending and presenting a research paper at a Two-Day International Conference on English Language, Literature, Culture, ELT, and Artificial Intelligence (Virtual) held on April 6th and 7th, 2025. It was a truly enriching and intellectually stimulating experience that deepened my understanding of the dynamic intersections between literature, language, pedagogy, and technology.

One of the highlights of the conference was the session by Dr. K. G. B. Santhosh Kumari, who delivered an insightful talk on the “Practical Application of Artificial Intelligence in the ESL Classroom.”

Her presentation focused on how AI can be effectively integrated into teaching to engage learners more meaningfully. She introduced a variety of tools, apps, and platforms that can transform traditional ESL teaching into an interactive and personalized learning experience.

Among the resources she discussed were:

1. Skybox
2. Natural Reader
3. Wordwall
4. MagicSchool.ai
5. ChatGPT for Educators
6. Echo Dot
7. Gamma
8. Bard
9. LuvVoice
10. English Conversation Practice
11. Google Maps (for contextual and locational learning)
12. InstantPodcast
13. Padlet

Dr. Kumari not only elaborated on the functionalities of these tools but also provided live demonstrations, showcasing their classroom applications in real-time. Furthermore, she explained the differences between AI, AR (Augmented Reality), and VR (Virtual Reality), and discussed how each of these technologies can contribute uniquely to the teaching-learning process.

Her talk emphasized that while it is easy to be swayed by theoretical claims, practical experience matters greatly. Motivated by her suggestions, I explored some of these platforms personally and found them highly effective and promising, especially in the context of enhancing student engagement and improving pedagogical strategies.

Another remarkable session was presented by Ms. Yasmin Chaudhuri, who delivered a thought-provoking talk titled "AI Abuse and Exploitation in a Transhumanist Age." She critically examined the ethical implications of AI use in contemporary society and shed light on the ways in which AI can be misused or exploited, especially in vulnerable or unregulated contexts. Her analysis opened up crucial conversations around responsibility, regulation, and ethical deployment of AI technologies in education and beyond.

As part of this conference, I was honored to present my own research paper titled:

"Through the Lens of Memory: Narrative Perspective and Reconstruction in The Only Story."

My paper focused on Julian Barnes’ novel The Only Story and explored how memory and first-person narration shape the narrative structure and emotional resonance of the novel. I analyzed how the protagonist’s recollections are not only subjective but also evolve over time, leading to a reconstruction of events and relationships. This lens offered a deeper understanding of the novel’s themes of love, loss, and retrospection.

Here is the PPT of my presentation:

Participating in this international academic forum allowed me to broaden my horizons, engage with cutting-edge research, and reflect on innovative methodologies in both literature and language teaching. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with scholars from across the globe and be part of an ongoing dialogue on the future of education in the AI era.

Thank you...