About Me
- A passionate researcher who has a Doctoral degree with 5 years of research experience.
- A personable, motivated, hardworking, honest and dynamic candidate with a noticeable leadership quality.
- Author of 9 publications that includes 4 Scopus indexed publications, 1 co-authored book, 1 article in peer-reviewed journal and 3 book chapters.
- Expertise in TBLT, Foreign Language Learning Anxiety, ICT integrated English teaching, ELT Research methodology and analysis.
Contact email - [email protected]
Educational Qualifications
Doctor of Philosophy
Vellore Institute of Technology,
Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India
Graduated, 2020
Doctoral Thesis: An Empirical Study on the Impeding Nature of FLCA and on the Effectiveness of TBLT to Reduce Speaking Anxiety at Tertiary level ESL Classrooms.
Area: ELT
Bachelors, Education
Government IASE, Thrissur, Kerala, India
Graduated, 2014
Specialization: English
Masters, Arts
St. Thomas’ College, Thrissur, Kerala, India
Graduated, 2011
Specialization: English Language and Literature
Masters Thesis: Writing the Sea: Sea as symbol and Signification in ‘Riders to the Sea’, ‘The Old man and the Sea’ and ‘Chemmeen'
Bachelors, Arts
St. Thomas’ College, Thrissur, Kerala, India
Graduated, 2009
Specialization: English and History
HSC
C.G.H.S.S. St. Clares Thrissur, Kerala, India
completed in 2006
Specialization: Humanities
SSLC
GOVT. HSS, Puthur, Thrissur, Kerala
completed in 2004
Additional Qualifications
- Qualified SET (Kerala) on August, 2015
- Massive Open Online Course on “Teach English Now! Lesson Design and Assessment” - Arizona State University, USA, 2017
- Diploma in Advanced Course in Catechesis - University of Calicut, 2010
Work History
2015 – 2020 : Teaching cum Research Associate at Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Courses handled:
2014 – 2015 :
Assistant Professor at St. Thomas’ College Thrissur, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
Courses handled:
General English that includes classes for developing LSRW skills, Prose and Drama.
2012 – 2013 :
Guest Lecturer at Malabar College of Health Education, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
Courses handled:
General English that includes Grammar, Poetry, Prose and Drama.
Courses handled:
- Basic English course
- English For Engineers
- Technical English 1
- Technical English 2 that includes activities to develop LSRW skills in English language, grammar and Language Lab.
2014 – 2015 :
Assistant Professor at St. Thomas’ College Thrissur, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
Courses handled:
General English that includes classes for developing LSRW skills, Prose and Drama.
2012 – 2013 :
Guest Lecturer at Malabar College of Health Education, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
Courses handled:
General English that includes Grammar, Poetry, Prose and Drama.
Technical Skills
- Learning Management Tool: Microsoft Teams
- Documentation Tool: Microsoft Word
- Survey Tools: Google and Microsoft Forms
- Presentation Tool: Microsoft Powerpoint
- Data Analysis Tools: Microsoft Excel, Atlas T, NVivo, SPSS and AMOS
Scopus Indexed Publications (Scopus Author ID: 57189575426)
- Shiny K. G., Karthikeyan J., & Barman, B. (2020). A Study on the Application of Technology for Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis in Language Research. In Nagarajan, S. K., & R., M. (Ed.), Innovations and Technologies for Soft Skill Development and Learning (pp. 155-171). IGI Global. http://doi:10.4018/978-1-7998-3464-9.ch018 (With international collaboration)
- Shiny, K. G. & Karthikeyan, J. (2019). An Empirical Study on ICT Integrated Task Based Language Teaching to promote English Language Speaking Skills. Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems, Vol.11, 12- Special Issue, 744–754.
- Karthikeyan, J., & Shiny, K. G. (2019). A technology integrated analysis of educational and ELT research process. Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems, Vol.11, 9- Special Issue, 821–827.
- Shiny, K. G., & Karthikeyan, J. (2016). Review on the role of anxiety and attitude in second language learning among gen-X and gen-Z students. Man in India, 96(4), 1247-1256.
Other International Journal Publication
- Shiny, K. G. and Karthikeyan, J. (2020), ‘In Search of the ‘The Best Method’ in English Language Teaching’, Journal of English Language Teachers’ Interaction Forum, 11(1), 27-32.
Book Chapters
- Shiny, K. G. and Karthikeyan, J. (2019), Task based English Language learning for college students in Karthikeyan, J. and Antony Raj, R. (eds.), ‘Inferences in English Language and Literature Research. Magnolia publication, Bhuvaneswar, India, pp. 9-16.
- Shiny, K. G. and Karthikeyan, J. (2016), Survey Method: A Handmaid to Research in Karthikeyan. J (eds.), ‘Communication Skills and Business Organisation - A Survey’, Bonfring Publications: Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, pp. 16-18.
- Shiny, K. G. and Karthikeyan, J. (2016), A review on communicative language teaching approach: a new turn from 19th to 20th century ESL Teaching and Learning, in ‘Proceedings of the International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature’, Bonfring Publication, Coimbatore: Tamilnadu, pp. 82-85.
Book Co-authored
- Karthikeyan, J., Shiny, K. G., and Dinesh, P. (ed.) (2019), Behaviour Analysis of College Students in Academic and Non-Academic Zone - A Case Study. L Ordine Nuovo Publication: New Delhi.
Manuscript in Press
- A book chapter entitled “Integration of ICT and Digital Tasks in English Language Classrooms to enhance the effectiveness of Teaching-Learning Process” in ‘Teaching English Language, Literature and Critical Thinking to the Digital Natives of India’.
Invited Talks Delivered
- “Need and Exposure to Academic Research in English” Feb. 15th, 2020 at PVKN. Govt. College (Autonomous), Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh, India.
- “Fluency and Accuracy” - ICETELT-2019 on 9th March 2019 at Kongu Engineering College (Autonomous), Erode, Tamil Nadu, India.
- “Vocabulary and Framing Simple Structures” - ICETELT-2019 on 8th March 2019 at Kongu Engineering College (Autonomous), Erode, Tamil Nadu, India.
- “Enriching Oral Communication through class interaction” - National Conference on Recent Trends in English Language and Literature on 1st February 2019 at Immaculate College for Women, Viriyur, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu, India.
Paper Presentations in International Conferences
- Presented a paper on “Grammar Translation Method to Eclectic Method: A journey in search of a ‘Best method’ in English Language Teaching” - ICELTLC-2020 on 24th and 25th January 2020, Christ College, Irinjalakuda, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
- Presented a paper on “A technology Integrated Analysis of Educational and ELT Research Process” - ICITELL 2019 on 16th and 17th August 2019– Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Presented a paper on “Enliven English Classrooms through ICT tools” - International Conference on Emerging Trends in English Language Teaching (ICETELT’19) on 8th and 9th March 2019– Department of English, School of Sciences and Humanities, Kongu Engineering College (Autonomous), Erode, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Presented a paper on “A Study on the Application of Technology for Quantitative and Qualitative Analysis in Language Researches”- International Symposium on Big Data, Cloud computing and multi core embedded system in ICWRS and ICAFEE 2018 on 28th to 31st October at Jiangsu, China.
- Presented a paper on “Method to Post-Method: A Review on Various Methodologies”- IPTELLL 2017, 6th and 7th October, 2017 at Kongu Engineering College, Erode, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Presented a paper on “A Review on Communicative Language Teaching Approach: A New Turn from 19th Century to 20th Century ESL Teaching and Learning” - International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature (ICITELL 2016) on 12th and 13th August 2016– Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Presented a paper on “Streams of Learning: A review on ESL Learning and Various Strategies” - International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature (ICITELL 2016) on 12th and 13th August 2016 – School of Mechanical Engineering, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Paper Presentations in National Conferences
- Presented a paper on “Implementation of TBLT among college students to enhance speaking skills: A theoretical and Applicational overview” - Recent Trends in English Language and Literature on 1st February 2019– PG Department of English, Immaculate College for Women, Viriyur, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Presented a paper on “Method to Post method: A Review on Various Methodologies” - Innovative Practices in Teaching English Language, Literature and Linguistics (IPTELLL’17) on 6th and 7th October 2017– Department of English, School of Sciences and Humanities, Kongu Engineering College (Autonomous), Erode, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Presented a paper on “The Role and Relevance of English Language and English Language Teaching in Indian Psyche” - English Language Studies in Contemporary Indian Context: Issues and Challenges on 30th and 31st March 2017– Research Scholars’ forum, Centre for English Language Studies, University of Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
- Presented a paper on “Rejuvenating English Class rooms through ICT” - The Impact of Paedo-Centric, Experimental and Digital Pedagogy on Teachers on January 23rd in 2015– Govt. IASE, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
Professional Training Attended
- Management Development Programme on Gamification for Learning and Development offered by School of Management Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi, Kerala, India on 17 to 20 September 2020
- Faculty Development Programme on “Motivating Learners” offered by Academic Staff College, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India on 7th April 2017.
- Intellectual Property Rights Sensitization Programme offered by IPR cell, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India on 14th August 2015.
Workshops & Seminars Attended
- Workshop on “Theory Building and Publishing Research Articles in Peer-reviewed Journals” –12th and 13th December, 2019, VIT business School, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Workshop on “Qualitative Research Methods” – 23rd to 25th May 2019 – Department of Economics, University of Calicut, Dr. John Mathai Centre, Thrissur, Kerala, India.
- Workshop on “Advanced Data Analysis” – 13th to 19th May 2019 – Bharathiar School of Management and Entrepreneur Development (BSMED), Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Workshop on “Structural Equation Modelling Using Amos” – 11th to 13th April 2019 – PG Commerce Department, Presidency College, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
- Workshop on “Recent Trends in Language and Literature” –15th October, 2018, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- National Workshop on “Statistical Tools for Research in Social Sciences” – 6th and 7th April 2018 – PG Department of Commerce, Surana College, South-End Circle, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
- Workshop on “Prowess Database” – 23rd March 2018 – Department of Social Sciences, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, India.
- Workshop on “Statistics and its applications using Excel” – 24th November 2016 - Academic Staff College, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- National Seminar on “Ambit of Research in English Language Teaching” – 26th October 2016, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Workshop on “World Englishes-Indispensable A Multi-cultural approach to learning” – 2nd September 2016, Academic Staff College, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Workshop on “Emerging Trends in Language Teaching and Research” – 12th and 13th August 2016, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- National Workshop on “Academic Writing and Publication Ethics” – 5th August 2016, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Workshop on “Emotional Intelligence and Classroom Activities” – 12th and 13th August 2016, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Seminar on “Enhancing the quality of Academic Research in Higher Educational Institutions” – 11th March 2016, Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- Workshop on “Scientific Writing” – 30th October 2015, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Madras, Chennai, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Academic Events Coordinated
- International conference on “Second International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature (ICITELL 2019)” on 16 and 17 August 2019, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- International conference on “International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature (ICITELL 2016)” on 12 and 13 August 2016, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
- International conference on “Pluralism and Multi culturalism in Teaching and Research of English Language and Literatures” on 15 and 16 April 2016, Department of English, School of Social Sciences and Languages, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India.
Honours and Recognitions
- Conference Chair- National Conference on Recent Trends in English Language and Literature on 1st February 2019 at Immaculate College for Women, Viriyur, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu.
- Chairperson for the Paper Presentation sessions of Seminars and Conferences at various colleges.
- Invited by various colleges to speak on Technology Integration in English Language Teaching.
Academic profiles
- Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=tQ40wzQAAAAJ&hl=en
- Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Shiny_George
- ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0949-8138
- Website: http://shinygeorge.weebly.com/
- Academia : http://independent.academia.edu/shinykg