Faculty Details Name: Asif Shuja Designation: Professor Department: English Contact Details - Email id: asifshuja5@yahoo.com Brief Profile - asifshuja5@hotmail.com Permanent Home Town Address: Nisar Manzil Tarin Tikli, Shahjahanpur 242002, U.P. Telephone Number: 09997229045/ 09997790033 1. Major Contributions: (1) Systematically studied Urdu Speakers English speech for the first time in the world. Diagnosed Urdu Speakers problems in learning English Pronunciation. Suggested certain preventive and remedial measures to improve the proficiency and intelligibility of Urdu Speakers English speech at the national and international levels. My book: Urdu-English Phonetics and Phonology (1995), US Library of Congress No.95-906564. (2) Designed a Course of Spoken English for non-native speakers of English. (3) Produced Teaching Aid Materials for college and university teachers of English in India and KSA. (4). Designed, reviewed and updated syllabi of various courses in the Department of English at AMU, Aligarh and King Khalid University, Abha (KSA). 2. Areas of Interest: Presently involved in Teaching of English Language and Literature, Phonetics & Spoken English, TESOL/ESL, ESP, Applied Linguistics, Testing and Multi- Media Language Laboratory Teaching, TEFL, Sociolinguistics, Victorian Poetry, Indian English Poetry at the Post-Graduate & Ph.D. Levels. 3. Some Journals: (1) Indian Journal of Applied Linguistics, New Delhi. (2)Linguistics: Theoretical and Applied, Indian Institute of Language Studies, Delhi. (3) English Studies in India: A Journal of English Literature and Language, University of Kashmir. (4) Studies in Phonetics and Phonology, ESS Publications, Aligarh. (5) Linguistics and Language Teaching, Department of Linguistics, AMU, Aligarh. 1 P a g e
CURRICULUM VITAE Personal Information: Name - Nationality - Marital Status - Husband s Name - ASIF SHUJA Indian Married Shujauddin Date of Birth - 10/09/1950 Passport No - G 4020711 Permanent Address - FLORET, 4/1179 A, New Sir Syed Nagar Aligarh 202002, India. Telephone - 0091-571-2408554 (Residence) 0091-9997229045/ 0091-9997790033 (Mobile) Email id - asifshuja5@yahoo.com asifshuja5@hotmail.com Designation: Present Status - PROFESSOR Department of English Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh-202002,India. Academic Qualifications: Ph.D. English AMU, Aligarh 1981 PG Dip. in English Central Institute 1974 Teaching of of English & Foreign English Languages, Hyderabad M. Phil. English AMU, Aligarh 1971 2 P a g e
M.A. English AMU, Aligarh 1970 Field of Specialization: Teaching of English Language and Literature, Phonetics & Spoken English. Teaching Experience: Since February, 1982 (including 05 Years & 02 Months - 19/05/2004-19/07/2009- in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia). Research Experience: Experience of Guiding Research: About 30 years. 04 PhDs awarded. Presently guiding 05 PhD scholars. Major Publications: BOOKS 03, RESEARCH PAPERS 12-07 Published (Serial Nos. 1, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 in the Papers listed below in B.), 05 Accepted (Serial Nos. 2, 3, 5, 8, 12 in the list B. given below). Serial No. 1 listed in B., published in Proceedings, CICE-2012, has been accepted to be published in the International Journal for Cross-Disciplinary Subjects in Education (IJCDSE), Vol.4, Issue 1, ISSN 2042 6364 (Online). ABSTRACTS 06 (Serial Nos. 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12 in the list B. below). A. BOOKS: 1. URDU-ENGLISH PHONETICS AND PHONOLOGY, Bahri Publications, New Delhi, 1995. (a) Selected by US Library of Congress, USA, Catalogue No. 95-906564 (b) Review published in English Studies in India: A Journal of English Literature and Language, Vol.5, Department of English, University of Kashmir, India, March 1996, pp.139-143. 2. A COURSE OF SPOKEN ENGLISH, A. P. H. Publishing Corporation, New Delhi, 1996. (a) Selected as a text book by Indian Military Academy. 3 P a g e
(b) Reviewed by Professor K. S. Misra (Former Chairman, Department of English, AMU, Aligarh), The Aligarh Gazette, AMU, Aligarh, 1996. 3. NOUN PHRASE STRUCTURE OF ENGLISH AND URDU, Bahri Publications, New Delhi, 1999. (a) Received Royalty. (b) Review published in English Studies in India, Vol.7, University of Kashmir, India, March 1999, pp. 123-130. B. RESEARCH PAPERS: 1. Authentic Materials: Help or Hindrance to Beginners?, Proceedings, CICE-2012, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada, 2012, pp.476-478. 2. ODL and Learning of English Language, Paper presented in the International Conference on Open and Distance Learning for Social Justice, AMU, Aligarh, March 22-24, 2011. Abstract published in the Book of Abstracts & Souvenir, Centre for Distance Education, Aligarh Muslim University, 2011, p.15. 3. Demonstration and Return Demonstration: An Effective Method for Teaching and Learning a Language, Paper presented in the National Seminar on World within Words, Centre for Comparative Study of Indian Languages and Culture, AMU, Aligarh, February 6-7, 2010. Abstract published in Proceedings of the Seminar, CCSILC, AMU, 2010. 4. Role of Intonation in Effective Communication in English, Linguistics: Theoretical and Applied, Indian Institute of Language Studies, Delhi, 2004, pp. 140-146. 5. Application of A Knowledge of Phonetics to the Teaching of English Literature, Paper presented in the National Seminar on Linguistics, Language Teacher and Pedagogy, Department of Linguistics, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, October 15-16, 2003. Abstract published in the Proceedings, 4 P a g e
Department of Linguistics, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, J&K, October, 2003. 6. English and Urdu Sound Systems: A Study in Comparison and Contrast, Studies in Phonetics and Phonology, ESS Publications, Aligarh, 2002, pp. 73-91. 7. The Use of Communication Technology in the Teaching of English Language in India, English Studies in India, Department of English, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Vol.1X, 2001, pp. 86-102. Abstract published in the Souvenir, World Congress on World Languages in Multilingual Contexts, CIEFL, Hyderabad, January, 2001, p.58. 8. Use of English in the Print Media and Electronic Media and the ELT Situation in India, Paper presented in the National Seminar on Innovations in Language of Indian News Media, organized by the Linguistic Society of India, Aligarh Chapter, AMU, Aligarh, November 13-14, 2000. Abstract published in the Proceedings of the Seminar, LSI, Aligarh Chapter, AMU, Aligarh, 2000. 9. Teaching of English Pronunciation to Non-Native Speakers of English: Some Useful Techniques, English Studies in India, Department of English, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Vol. vii, 1999, pp. 80-88. 10. A Comparative Study of English and Urdu Consonants, Indian Journal of Applied Linguistics, Bahri Publications, New Delhi, Vol. 23, No. 2, 1997, pp. 85-98. 11. A Contrastive Study of English and Urdu Vowel Systems, Linguistics and Language Teaching, Department of Linguistics, AMU, Aligarh, 1993, pp. 317-334. 12. A Spectrographic Study of Urdu Diphthongs, Paper presented at the Summer Institute in Experimental Phonetics, Central Institute of Indian Languages, Mysore, May 27- June 15, 1985. Abstract published in the Proceedings, CIIL, Mysore, 1985. Working Papers (Conferences): Serial Nos. 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 and 12 in the above list are some papers presented in various National and International Conferences. 5 P a g e
Participation/Sessions 1. Canada International Conference on Education, CICE-2012 Chaired/Resource Person/ University of Guelph, Canada, June 18-21, 2012. Presented a Guest of Honour in Paper through video-conference indicated in Serial No.1 in the Important Conferences/ List B. given above. Seminars/Workshops/ 2. Organized National Seminars and Conferences on Women s Award Presentations: Issues as the Director, Women s Studies Centre, AMU, 2003-2004. 3. Chaired a Session on Translation as a Skill/ Profession in the National Seminar on Issues and Challenges in Translation, (Under UGC-DRS Programme, Phase 1), Department of English, AMU, Aligarh, March 29-30, 2012. 4. Chaired a Session in the International Conference on Internalizing Faiz in Twenty First Century, Centre for Comparative Study of Indian Languages and Culture, AMU, Aligarh, January 20-22, 2011. 5. Chaired the technical session and contributed with a research paper (Serial No. 2, in the list B given above) in the International Conference on Open and Distance Learning for Social Justice, Center for Distance Education, AMU, Aligarh, March 22-24, 2011. 6. Resource Person in the Academic Staff Orientation Programmes for English Lecturers in Colleges and Universities in India, November 2011, 2010, 2002, 2001. 7. Chaired a Session in the National Seminar on India s Language Diversity & National Integration, The Aligarh Movement Magazine in collaboration with Centre for Comparative Study of Indian Languages and Culture, AMU, Aligarh & NCPUL, Govt. of India, April 20, 2010. 8. National Seminar on World within Words, Centre for Comparative Study of Indian Languages and Culture, AMU, Aligarh, February 6-7, 2010. Presented a Paper (Serial No.3, list B) and Chaired a Session. 9. Guest of Honour in 4 th One-Day National Seminar Cum Convention, Organized by the College English Teachers Association, CCS University, Meerut, February 14, 2010. 6 P a g e
10. Guest of Honour in Awards Presentation Ceremony, Johns Hopkins Medicine: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, USA, June 21, 2010. 11. Chaired a Session and presented a Research Paper (Serial No.5, List B above), National Seminar on Linguistics, Language Teacher and Pedagogy, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, October 15-16, 2003. 12. National Seminar on Indian Writing in English: Tradition and Modernity, Department of English, AMU, Aligarh, October 26-27, 2002. 13. World Congress on World Languages in Multilingual Contexts, CIEFL, Hyderabad. January 03-07, 2001. Presented a Paper (Serial No. 7, List B). 14. National Seminar on Innovations in Language of Indian News Media, Department of Linguistics, AMU, Aligarh, November 13-15, 2000. Presented a Paper (Serial No. 8, List B above). 15. 21 st All India Conference of Linguists, Department of Linguistics, AMU, Aligarh, February 8-10, 1999. Presented a Paper. 16. 20 th All India Conference of Linguists, Punjabi University, Patiala, November 27-29, 1997. Presented a Paper. 17. Seminar on Teaching of English Literature in India, British Council Division, New Delhi, January 16-17, 1992. 18. National Seminar on Comparative Study of Indian Languages, Department of Modern Indian Languages, AMU, Aligarh, November 26-29, 1987. Presented a Paper. 19. Workshop on Teaching of Spoken English, British Council Division, New Delhi, December 22-23, 1986. Participation/Resource Person/Course 1. British Council Summer School on Exploring Spoken English: Implications for Proficiency and Classroom Use, New Castle 7 P a g e
Coordinator in Summer Upon Tyne, England, July 19-28, 1990. Institutes/Refresher/ Orientation Courses: 2. Academic Staff Orientation Programme, AMU, Aligarh, February 25 March 25, 1998. Professional Training: Other Professional Experience: 3. Summer Institute in Experimental Phonetics, CIIL, Mysore, May 27 June 15, 1985. 4. Resource Person in the Academic Staff Orientation Programmes Organized by the UGC Academic Staff College, AMU, Aligarh, November, 2001, 2002, 2010, 2011. 5. Course Coordinator of Subject Refresher Course in English 2002 UGC Academic Staff College, AMU, Aligarh, April10 May 02, 2002 6. English Language Training Programme, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, 03. 02. 1428 AH. 1. NEW CASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND 1990 Received training in the British Council Summer School. 2. A.M.U. ALIGARH, INDIA 1998 Received training in Academic Staff Orientation Programme. 3. INDIA & KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA (KSA) 1999-2012 Participated, acted as Course Coordinator/ Resource Person and Chaired sessions in many national and international Conferences, Seminars, Summer Institutes, Courses and Workshops on various aspects of English Language and Literature in different parts of India and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH, AMU, ALIGARH 1. Coordinator, MA (English) Admission Test. 2012-2013. 2. Coordinator, Ph.D. (ELT) Admission Test. 2009 Continues. 3. Coordinator, MA (ELT) Admission Test. 2009 Continues. 8 P a g e
4. Coordinator, MA (English & ELT) Sessional Tests & Assignments. 2010 Continues. 5. Reviewed, Updated & Designed Syllabi of various ELT & English Syllabi at UG, PG & Ph.D. Levels. 1991 2004, 2009 Continues. 6. Project In-charge for MA (ELT) Final Projects. 1999 2004. UGC ACADEMIC STAFF COLLEGE, AMU, ALIGARH 1. Course Coordinator of Subject Refresher Course in English 2002 for Lecturers in English. April 10 May 02, 2002. 2. Resource Person in the Academic Staff Orientation Programmes for English Lecturers in Colleges and Universities in India. November, 2001, 2002, 2010, 2011. OTHER SEMINARS AND CONFERENCES Resource Person in various other UGC/NCERT Sponsored Summer Schools, Seminars, Workshops and Conferences. Chaired a number of sessions in Seminars and Conferences. 1991 Continues. INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY (IGNOU), AMU Counsellor, English Courses, IGNOU, Centre Code No. 2713, AMU, Aligarh. 2002 2004, 2010 Continues. FACULTY OF ARTS, AMU, ALIGARH Co-opted Member of Board of Studies of the Departments of Linguistics and Urdu, Faculty of Arts, AMU, Aligarh, for two years. May 27, 2011- Continues. Administrative Experience: AMU, ALIGARH, INDIA 1. Coordinator, Raleigh Literary Society, Department of English. 2009 Continues. 2. Coordinator, ELT Courses, Department of English. 9 P a g e
2009 Continues. 3. Provost, I.G. Hall. 02. 09. 2011 22. 06. 2012. 4. Director, Centre for Women s Studies. 2003-2004. 5. Secretary, Board of Studies, Department of English. 1992-2004. 6. Programme Officer, National Service Scheme. 06 Years. 7. Warden, S. N. Hall. 1987-88. 8. Member of Vigilance Committee, AMU. 1988-1991. 9. Scrutiny Officer, Annual/ Supplementary/ Compartmental Examinations, Department of English. 1992-1998. 10. Chief Scrutiny Officer, Annual/ Supplementary/ Compartmental Examinations, Department of English. 1998-2000, 2001-2004. KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA 1. Head, Department of English, Female Health Science College, Najran. 2004-2007. 2. Coordinator, Department of English, Women s Centres 1&2, King Khalid University, Abha. 2008-2009. Academic Distinctions: 1. Awarded British Council Scholarship for participating in the Summer School at U.K. 2. Subject expert for conduction of Interviews and Selection of Professors, Associate and Assistant Professors/ Readers and Lecturers in English at various Universities and Colleges in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Srinagar, and Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission. 3. Studied Urdu-English Phonetics & Phonology systematically for the first time, diagnosed Urdu Speakers problems in learning English Pronunciation and suggested certain preventive and remedial measures to overcome those problems in order to improve the proficiency and intelligibility of Urdu Speakers English speech at the national and international levels. 10 P a g e
4. Designed a Course in Spoken English for non-native learners of English under a Minor Research Project sponsored by UGC, India. 5. Produced Teaching Aid Materials for English Teachers in India and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 6. Prepared Study Materials for teaching English to B.A. 1 st year and 2 nd year Communicative English at the Centre for Distance Education, AMU, Aligarh. 7. Designed, reviewed and updated various syllabi of English and ELT courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate and research levels in the Department of English, AMU, Aligarh and King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 8. Guest of Honour in 4 th One-Day National Seminar Cum Convention, Organized by the College English Teachers Association, CCS University, Meerut, February 14, 2010. 9. Guest of Honour in Awards Presentation Ceremony, Johns Hopkins Medicine: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, USA, June 21, 2010. Membership of Learned Bodies: 1. Life Member of New Castle University Alumni Association, UK. 2. Life Member of British Scholars Association, New Delhi. 3. Life Member of Alumni Association of CIEFL, Hyderabad. 4. Life Member of Linguistic Society of India, Pune. 5. Member of Indian Association of English Studies, New Delhi. 6. Member of the Advisory Committee of The DRS Programme, Phase-1, Department of English, AMU, Aligarh. 7. Faculty Member of the Faculty of Arts, AMU, Aligarh. Countries Visited: 1. United Kingdom. 2. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. 3. United States of America. 11 P a g e
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