Conference Themes
The First International Conference on English Studies welcomes proposals for oral presentations, poster presentations, and workshops that address the dynamic intersections of English language, literature, and translation with technology, pedagogy, and culture. The conference is organized around three major strands, each exploring how AI and other global transformations are reshaping English studies.
(Applied) Linguistics/TESOL
This strand explores the intersection of linguistics, language teaching, and artificial intelligence, examining how technology is transforming language education and research.
Subthemes:
- Technology Enhanced Language Learning/Teaching/Assessment
- Language Teacher Education, Research and Professional Development
- Academic Integrity at the Age of AI
- Language and Culture in the Classroom
- EGP, ESP, EAP, and AI
- English Medium Instruction in Higher Education
- Technology for Researching SLA
- + Any other topic related to TESOL/AL that aligns with the Conference Theme
Translation
This strand examines the evolving role of translation in an AI-driven world, exploring new technologies, methodologies, and theoretical frameworks.
Subthemes:
- Advances in AI-assisted Translation
- Audiovisual Translation
- Interpreting Studies
- Translator Training and Pedagogy
- Translation Assessment
- Issues in Literary, Technical, Religious, Legal, and Media Translation
- + Any other topic related to Translation that aligns with the Conference Theme
Literature
This strand investigates how literature is being transformed by AI and digital technologies, exploring new forms of literary expression and pedagogical approaches.
Subthemes:
- Identity, Race & Representation
- Literature of War
- Comparative Literature
- Cyborg Literature
- Teaching Literature
- + Any other topic related to English Literature that aligns with the Conference Theme
Submit Your Proposal
We welcome proposals that address any of the themes and subthemes listed above. Abstracts should be 150-200 words and demonstrate clear alignment with the conference theme.