English
About the Department
The Department of English was introduced in 1988 as Foundation English for I and II UG courses.
Objectives of the Department of English
- To enable the learner to communicate effectively and appropriately in a real-life situation.
- To use English effectively for study purposes across the curriculum.
- To develop an interest in and appreciation of Literature.
- To develop and integrate the use of the four language skills i.e. Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing.
Goals for English Department
- To Increase English language peer interaction.
- Explicitly teach English language vocabulary and structures.
- Build on ELL’s Background Knowledge to Increase Comprehension.
Vision
To enrich the phonological, grammatical, creative, critical, and professional competency in pursuit of academic pluralities
Mission
To explore the domains of socio, literary, and intellectual vistas of language and literature toward human excellence
Facilities
Teaching Pedagogy to Student
- Bilingual teaching
- Remedial classes
- Interactive classroom activities
- Language Lab with Smart Board
Teaching-Learning Process
- Special guest lectures by invited subject experts.
- PPTs and oral presentations by students.
- Smart classes.
- The lesson Plan is prepared in advance in the beginning of the Semester.
Department Library
Department Library contains 104 books and Educational CDs are available for students.
Activities of the Department
- Remedial classes are conducted by our Department for slow learners.
- Students are utilizing language lab for developing their communication skills.
- Students participated in competitions organized by the Shakespeare Institute of English Studies.
- Students participated in a Creative writing Competition.
Best Practices
- Encouraging Critical Thinking and promoting Leadership Skills by making students listen to TED Talks.
- Creating and utilizing Open Educational Resources for teaching in the form of e-contents.
- Employment of Print Media like Newspapers and magazines for activities to facilitate Intensive and Extensive Learning.
- Assigning group activities for Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing (LSRW).
- Effective use of Social Media platforms like YouTube for teaching and training.
- Faculty attending seminars, conferences, and other programs Orient the other faculty on the subject.
- Encouragement of students’ participation through conducting Spoken English Classes.
Future Plans
- In future B.A., English Literature Course is going to be introduced.
- Encourage the Staff to register for Ph.D.,
Faculties
Mrs. C DRAKSHAYINI M.A., M.Phil., DCA
HOD & Associate Professor
Mrs. C. Drakshayini has completed B. Sc Chemistry in1992, in DKM college Vellore, then finished her M. A English in 2003 in Anamalai University and B.
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Mr. P ARUNKUMAR M.A., M.Phil., B.Ed
Assistant Professor
Mrs. A YASMEEN M.A., M.Ed
Assistant Professor
Dr. H KANIMOZHI MA., M.Phil., Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Events
Seminars & Workshops | 26-02-2025 | Venue: Seminar Hall
One Day State Level Seminar on "The Impact of Social Media on LanguageThe English Literary Association, Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, G.B. Nagar, Kalavai is organizing the One Day State Level Seminar on \"The Impact of Social Media on Language\" on 26th February 2025.
| Topic | One Day State Level Seminar on \"The Impact of Social Media on Language |
| Resource Person | Dr. R. Geetha M.A., M.Phil., B.Ed., Ph.D., Head-in-Charge and Assistant Professor, Department of English, Auxilium College (Autonomous), Katpadi, Vellore. |
| Date | 26th February, 2025 |
| Venue | Seminar Hall |
Seminars & Workshops | 09-08-2023 to 10-08-2023 | Venue: Seminar Hall
National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Higher Educational Institutions through Outcome-Based Learning and Curriculum MappingAdhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, IQAC Department organized a NAAC-sponsored two-day National Seminar on Quality Enhancement in Higher Educational Institutions through Outcome-Based Learning and Curriculum Mapping.
Sports | 21-06-2023 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
International Yoga Day Celebration -2023International Yoga Day was celebrated in our college Seminar hall on 21st June 2023. The special class and Demo organized on Yoga which was taught by Mr. S. Sathiyamoorthy, M.Com., M.Phil., MA (Yoga), Yoga Instructor, Assistant Professor in Commerce, APCAS. He has given the great idea and awareness of the importance of yoga and he also instructed various yoga asanas’ for students and staffs. More than 300 students as well as teaching and non-teaching staffs participated in the yoga program and benefited.
Guest Lecture | 14-02-2023 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
Guest Lecture on Communication to Influence and Impact PeopleEnglish Literature Association, Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, G.B.Nagar, Kalavai organize a guest lecturer on Communication to Influence and Impact People on 14th Feb 2023.
Guest Lecture | 18-10-2022 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
Guest Lecture on Awareness on Philatelic ClubAdhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, Philatelic Club organizes a Guest lecture program to create awareness to the students on 18-10-2022.
Extension Activities | 21-09-2022 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
Women's Awarness ProgramWomen\'s Cell of Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science and Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Ranipet District organizes an Awareness program on the SAKHI Platform. Our College Principal Dr. A. Mohamed Sadiq, Ranipet District Collector Thiru. D. Baskarapandian, I.A.S., and our college HoD\'s and Women\'s Staff and Students have attended the program.
Extension Activities | 07-06-2022 to 21-06-2022 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
Young Student Scientist Programme (June 2022)Tamilnadu State Council for Science and Technology (Dept of Higher Education, Govt of Tamilnadu) catalysed and supported Young Student Scientist Programme (June 2022) jointly organized by Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science (Autonomous), Kalavai.
Best Students of 9th Standard from various schools in Vellore, Ranipet, and Tiruvannamalai districts have participated in this program.
Guest Lecture | 18-03-2022 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
Guest Lecture on Facing the Challenges of TodayEnglish Literature Association, Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, G.B.Nagar, Kalavai organize a guest lecturer on "Facing the Challenges of Today" on 18-03-2022.
Competition | 14-03-2022 | Venue: Seminar Hall, APCAS Campus
Speech Competition on Importance of Right to educationThe Department of English, Adhiparasakthi College of Arts and Science, G.B.Nagar, Kalavai conducted a speech competition under the title "Importance of Right to Education" on 14th March 2022.
Cultural | 08-03-2022 | Venue: Auditorium, APCAS Campus
Women's Day CelebrationInternational Women's day was celebrated in our college by Women's Cell it was held on 08.03.2022.
General | 02-03-2022 | Venue: Auditorium & Hostel (Men /Women)
Founder President Arulthiru Adigalar's 82th BirthdayOur College Founder President Arulthiru Adigalar's 82th Birthday is Celebrated in College Premises. Laptop are issued to the needy students. Lunch is Provided to All Staff and Students
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