Research Interest

My research examines how teachers’ knowledge, beliefs, and digital practices interact with classroom design to shape language learning outcomes in resource-constrained higher-education settings. My work blends theory from teacher cognition and digital literacy with pragmatic interventional research. It empirically maps teacher capacity and classroom constraints, design low-cost, scalable pedagogical interventions and materials, and evaluates implementation and learner impact using replicable, mixed-methods designs.

Methods and Evidence Strategy

I favor pragmatic mixed-methods that balance internal rigor with external validity. Typical studies combine instrumented teacher and learner surveys, structured classroom observation protocols, quasi-experimental pre/post designs where randomization is not feasible, and semi-structured interviews for implementation analysis. Analytic tools include basic inferential statistics (SPSS) and clear measurement rubrics so that interventions can be repurposed for multi-site comparative work. This integrative approach follows the lab-to-practice ethos exemplified by leading education research groups that translate empirical work into professional development and policy resources.

Publication

Digital Literacy and Self-Efficacy of English Language Teachers in South Asia. Building on my MA thesis and follow-up studies, I extended survey instruments and classroom pilots to document how specific digital practices relate to formative assessment and student writing outcomes. The study was published by the International Journal of Social Science and Human Research, USA, in July 2025.

Dissertations

MA Thesis: Technology in English Language Teaching and Learning at Tertiary Level Education in Bangladesh: Challenges and Opportunities

Research Project Duration: June 2023 – January 2024

Examined current practices, perceptions, and constraints around using technology in tertiary English language teaching in Bangladesh. Based on surveys, interviews, focus groups and classroom observations, it identifies key access and training gaps and proposes a pragmatic integration plan that emphasizes teacher development, improved infrastructure, learner-centered digital materials, and phased assessment through an LMS.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

BA Thesis: Impact of Multiple Intelligences on English Language Classrooms in Tertiary Education

Research Project Duration: January 2021 – September 2021

This qualitative study examines how Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences framework is used in Bangladeshi tertiary English classrooms. Drawing on interviews with faculty and focus groups of students, it finds MI-informed activities (notably visual-spatial) boost engagement, while limited training, materials, classroom space, and AV resources hinder full implementation. It recommends targeted teacher training, modest tech upgrades, and MI-aware materials.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

Challenges of Using MALL in Learning the English Language at The Tertiary Level in Bangladesh

This study investigates the impact of mobile-assisted learning on the academic writing of tertiary-level students in Bangladesh and the broader South Asian context. Using a mixed-methods design, it identifies which online behaviors introduce informal text features into formal writing and which structured digital activities, when scaffolded by confident teachers, improve formative assessment and writing outcomes. The work offers low-cost, classroom-ready interventions and policy recommendations for integrating digital tools into EFL curricula without sacrificing academic standards.

Attitude towards Technology Enhanced Language Learning (TELL): A Study on the Higher Secondary English Learners and Teachers

This study examines how higher-secondary English learners and their teachers experience and evaluate technology in the language classroom. Using a mixed-methods approach, it maps attitudes, classroom effectiveness, and the practical affordability of digital tools in real school contexts. The findings offer clear, actionable insights for teachers, curriculum designers, and policymakers seeking to use technology purposefully to improve English learning outcomes.

Students' Perceptions about CLT in EFL Context at the Higher Secondary Level of Education in Bangladesh

This mixed-methods study explores students’ perceptions of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in higher-secondary EFL classrooms in Bangladesh. Based on a 30-student questionnaire and three classroom observations, it finds that many students treat CLT instrumentally (to get grades), weaker learners struggle with PPP tasks, and key barriers include cultural differences, limited vocabulary, anxiety, and grammar-focused assessments. The study recommends creating supportive, culturally sensitive CLT classrooms, shifting to communication-based exams, and using interactive, motivating activities and locally relevant textbooks; results are preliminary due to a small, pandemic-constrained sample.

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Technology in Language Use, Language Teaching, and Language Learning

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Relationship between Reported Out-of-Class English Use and Proficiency Gains in English

This study investigates the impact of mobile-assisted learning on the academic writing of tertiary-level students in Bangladesh and the broader South Asian context. Using a mixed-methods design, it identifies which online behaviors introduce informal text features into formal writing and which structured digital activities, when scaffolded by confident teachers, improve formative assessment and writing outcomes. The work offers low-cost, classroom-ready interventions and policy recommendations for integrating digital tools into EFL curricula without sacrificing academic standards.

Attitude towards Technology Enhanced Language Learning (TELL): A Study on the Higher Secondary English Learners and Teachers

This study examines how higher-secondary English learners and their teachers experience and evaluate technology in the language classroom. Using a mixed-methods approach, it maps attitudes, classroom effectiveness, and the practical affordability of digital tools in real school contexts. The findings offer clear, actionable insights for teachers, curriculum designers, and policymakers seeking to use technology purposefully to improve English learning outcomes.

Students' Perceptions about CLT in EFL Context at the Higher Secondary Level of Education in Bangladesh

This mixed-methods study explores students’ perceptions of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in higher-secondary EFL classrooms in Bangladesh. Based on a 30-student questionnaire and three classroom observations, it finds that many students treat CLT instrumentally (to get grades), weaker learners struggle with PPP tasks, and key barriers include cultural differences, limited vocabulary, anxiety, and grammar-focused assessments. The study recommends creating supportive, culturally sensitive CLT classrooms, shifting to communication-based exams, and using interactive, motivating activities and locally relevant textbooks; results are preliminary due to a small, pandemic-constrained sample.

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Technology in Language Use, Language Teaching, and Language Learning by Dorothy Chun, Bryan Smith, and Richard Kern

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Students’ Perceptions about CLT in EFL Context at the Higher Secondary Level of Education in Bangladesh

This study explored how Bangladeshi parents view their children’s English learning and acquisition at the primary level. Through interviews with parents, the research highlighted a gap between valuing test scores and supporting actual communicative competence. Findings showed that while most parents were satisfied with their children's grades, few understood the distinction between learning and acquisition. The project underscored the need for parent awareness and training programs to support children’s long-term language development better.

Challenges and Opportunities of Higher Education in the New Normal Education Era Amid COVID 19 Pandemic

This study investigates the preservation of indigenous languages in Bangladesh amidst the pressures of globalization and linguistic dominance. It analyzes BRAC’s Education for Ethnic Children program and UNESCO’s Multilingual Education campaign, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and impact on sustaining linguistic diversity. The research also offers policy-oriented suggestions to strengthen mother-tongue education and safeguard cultural identity for future generations.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

An Investigation on The Application of Learning Strategies by Bangladeshi Students with Different Cultural Backgrounds

This study investigated the specific English language needs of legal practitioners in Bangladesh. Using surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, the project identified the skills most essential for professional practice — including client communication, contract explanation, and courtroom interaction. Findings revealed gaps between existing proficiency and professional demands, underscoring the need for targeted English for Legal Purposes (ELP) courses. The research provides practical recommendations for designing training programs that address the linguistic requirements of the legal profession in Bangladesh.

As I seized all the cellphones, selfies are being taken through a notebook!

a group of statues in front of a building
a group of statues in front of a building

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Strategies in English Language Learning: A study of Rural Primary School Students in Bangladesh

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Parent’s Perception on Language Learning and Language Acquisition

This study explored how Bangladeshi parents view their children’s English learning and acquisition at the primary level. Through interviews with parents, the research highlighted a gap between valuing test scores and supporting actual communicative competence. Findings showed that while most parents were satisfied with their children's grades, few understood the distinction between learning and acquisition. The project underscored the need for parent awareness and training programs to support children’s long-term language development better.

Critical Review of Language Awareness Projects in Bangladesh

This study investigates the preservation of indigenous languages in Bangladesh amidst the pressures of globalization and linguistic dominance. It analyzes BRAC’s Education for Ethnic Children program and UNESCO’s Multilingual Education campaign, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and impact on sustaining linguistic diversity. The research also offers policy-oriented suggestions to strengthen mother-tongue education and safeguard cultural identity for future generations.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

English for Legal Purposes: Needs Analysis of English for Legal Practitioners in Bangladesh

This study investigated the specific English language needs of legal practitioners in Bangladesh. Using surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, the project identified the skills most essential for professional practice — including client communication, contract explanation, and courtroom interaction. Findings revealed gaps between existing proficiency and professional demands, underscoring the need for targeted English for Legal Purposes (ELP) courses. The research provides practical recommendations for designing training programs that address the linguistic requirements of the legal profession in Bangladesh.

As I seized all the cellphones, selfies are being taken through a notebook!

a group of statues in front of a building
a group of statues in front of a building

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Understanding cultural diversity and learning: Learner strategies for cross-cultural learning pedagogy and interaction

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Teaching of English Writing Pedagogy at Higher Secondary Level in Rural Areas of Bangladesh

This study explored how Bangladeshi parents view their children’s English learning and acquisition at the primary level. Through interviews with parents, the research highlighted a gap between valuing test scores and supporting actual communicative competence. Findings showed that while most parents were satisfied with their children's grades, few understood the distinction between learning and acquisition. The project underscored the need for parent awareness and training programs to support children’s long-term language development better.

Challenges and Opportunities of Higher Education in the New Normal Education Era Amid COVID 19 Pandemic

This study investigates the preservation of indigenous languages in Bangladesh amidst the pressures of globalization and linguistic dominance. It analyzes BRAC’s Education for Ethnic Children program and UNESCO’s Multilingual Education campaign, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and impact on sustaining linguistic diversity. The research also offers policy-oriented suggestions to strengthen mother-tongue education and safeguard cultural identity for future generations.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

Relationship between Reported Out-of-Class English Use and Proficiency Gains in English

This study investigated the specific English language needs of legal practitioners in Bangladesh. Using surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, the project identified the skills most essential for professional practice — including client communication, contract explanation, and courtroom interaction. Findings revealed gaps between existing proficiency and professional demands, underscoring the need for targeted English for Legal Purposes (ELP) courses. The research provides practical recommendations for designing training programs that address the linguistic requirements of the legal profession in Bangladesh.

As I seized all the cellphones, selfies are being taken through a notebook!

a group of statues in front of a building
a group of statues in front of a building

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Strategies in English Language Learning: A study of Rural Primary School Students in Bangladesh

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Sociolinguistic Analysis on Language Used in Bangladeshi TV Commercials

This research examined how language functions within Bangladeshi television commercials, with a focus on the sociolinguistic dynamics that shape communication in mass media. The study highlighted the intersection of language choice, cultural identity, and consumer perception, analyzing how advertisements negotiate between Bangla, English, and code-mixed forms to appeal to different audiences.

Leadership and Innovation in ELT During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Designing and Managing Online Learning through IMLx

Research Project Duration: January 2021 – September 2021

This project examined the challenges of managing English Language Teaching during the COVID-19 shutdown and explored creative leadership responses. It focused on the development of IMLx, a MOOC-style platform designed to deliver courses, support teachers, and keep students engaged in remote learning. The study highlighted both the opportunities and the obstacles of transitioning to digital instruction in Bangladesh.

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

Attitudes Towards the Animated Lessons in Teaching English in the Elementary Levels of Bangladesh

This project explored how elementary school teachers in Bangladesh perceive the use of animated lessons as a tool for teaching English. Drawing on interviews with primary-level teachers, the study examined both the opportunities and the limitations of integrating animation into the classroom. Teachers highlighted the potential of animated lessons to make English learning more engaging, enjoyable, and effective by increasing student concentration. At the same time, the research revealed concerns about limited technological facilities, generational resistance, and the risk of students becoming overly dependent on digital aids. The study contributes to understanding how technology-enhanced learning can be adapted to the Bangladeshi context and points to the need for curriculum design that balances innovation with accessibility.

As I seized all the cellphones, selfies are being taken through a notebook!

a group of statues in front of a building
a group of statues in front of a building

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Impact of Social Media on Students' Performance in Academic Writing

Role of Extra-Curricular Reading to Acquire Vocabulary of Undergraduate English Language Students of a Public University

This study explored how Bangladeshi parents view their children’s English learning and acquisition at the primary level. Through interviews with parents, the research highlighted a gap between valuing test scores and supporting actual communicative competence. Findings showed that while most parents were satisfied with their children's grades, few understood the distinction between learning and acquisition. The project underscored the need for parent awareness and training programs to support children’s long-term language development better.

Teachers’ and Students’ Perception toward Animated Lessons in Teaching and Learning English at the Secondary Level of Education in Bangladesh

This study investigates the preservation of indigenous languages in Bangladesh amidst the pressures of globalization and linguistic dominance. It analyzes BRAC’s Education for Ethnic Children program and UNESCO’s Multilingual Education campaign, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and impact on sustaining linguistic diversity. The research also offers policy-oriented suggestions to strengthen mother-tongue education and safeguard cultural identity for future generations.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

Use of Technology in Developing English Speaking Skills: Perceptions of ESOL Undergraduate Students

This study investigated the specific English language needs of legal practitioners in Bangladesh. Using surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, the project identified the skills most essential for professional practice — including client communication, contract explanation, and courtroom interaction. Findings revealed gaps between existing proficiency and professional demands, underscoring the need for targeted English for Legal Purposes (ELP) courses. The research provides practical recommendations for designing training programs that address the linguistic requirements of the legal profession in Bangladesh.

As I seized all the cellphones, selfies are being taken through a notebook!

a group of statues in front of a building
a group of statues in front of a building

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Impact of Online Class on Bangladeshi ESL Learners’ Attitudes in The Covid-19 Pandemic Situation

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Undergraduate Students’ Perception of Online Learning during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Study on the Students’ of ESOL at IML

This study explored how Bangladeshi parents view their children’s English learning and acquisition at the primary level. Through interviews with parents, the research highlighted a gap between valuing test scores and supporting actual communicative competence. Findings showed that while most parents were satisfied with their children's grades, few understood the distinction between learning and acquisition. The project underscored the need for parent awareness and training programs to support children’s long-term language development better.

Language Policy: Theory and Practice

This study investigates the preservation of indigenous languages in Bangladesh amidst the pressures of globalization and linguistic dominance. It analyzes BRAC’s Education for Ethnic Children program and UNESCO’s Multilingual Education campaign, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and impact on sustaining linguistic diversity. The research also offers policy-oriented suggestions to strengthen mother-tongue education and safeguard cultural identity for future generations.

Supervisor: Dr. Shaila Sultana

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

Impact of News Media in Language, ELT and Literature

This study investigated the specific English language needs of legal practitioners in Bangladesh. Using surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, the project identified the skills most essential for professional practice — including client communication, contract explanation, and courtroom interaction. Findings revealed gaps between existing proficiency and professional demands, underscoring the need for targeted English for Legal Purposes (ELP) courses. The research provides practical recommendations for designing training programs that address the linguistic requirements of the legal profession in Bangladesh.

As I seized all the cellphones, selfies are being taken through a notebook!

a group of statues in front of a building
a group of statues in front of a building

This study examined the impact of social media engagement on the academic writing performance of university students. The project explored how frequent exposure to informal digital communication (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, messaging platforms) affected students’ vocabulary use, sentence structure, and overall writing proficiency in academic contexts. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a survey of undergraduate students with a corpus-based analysis of writing samples. Data collection included questionnaires measuring social media usage patterns, writing assignments assessed through standardized rubrics, and interviews to capture student perceptions. The findings revealed both positive and negative trends: while social media fostered increased fluency, idea generation, and confidence in written expression, it also led to challenges in maintaining formal register, cohesion, and grammatical accuracy.

Unpeeling the Onion: Language Planning and Policy and the ELT Professional

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The Rise of Islam and the Bengal Frontier : A Brief Study on the Dominance of Islam and Emergence of Islamization in Bengal

This study explored how Bangladeshi parents view their children’s English learning and acquisition at the primary level. Through interviews with parents, the research highlighted a gap between valuing test scores and supporting actual communicative competence. Findings showed that while most parents were satisfied with their children's grades, few understood the distinction between learning and acquisition. The project underscored the need for parent awareness and training programs to support children’s long-term language development better.

children sitting on green grass field during daytime
children sitting on green grass field during daytime

COVID-19 Pandemic: The Impact of Online Learning on Tertiary Level Education in Bangladesh

This study investigated the specific English language needs of legal practitioners in Bangladesh. Using surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, the project identified the skills most essential for professional practice — including client communication, contract explanation, and courtroom interaction. Findings revealed gaps between existing proficiency and professional demands, underscoring the need for targeted English for Legal Purposes (ELP) courses. The research provides practical recommendations for designing training programs that address the linguistic requirements of the legal profession in Bangladesh.

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