Department of English
Extension Number: 863
Office Number: Faculty Block – 115

BRIEF PROFILE

Mr. Adeel Khalid is pursuing his Ph.D. in linguistics specializing in composition and rhetoric studies in ESL from International Islamic University, Islamabad, (IIUI) under the HEC Faculty Development Program – (Batch-II). He earned his MPhil TESOL with a specialization in English for Special Purposes from Beaconhouse National University in 2015. As an ESL instructor, he has taught the English language in various renowned institutions in Lahore. He was an Exchange TESOL Fellow 2022, RELO Virtual Exchange 2022 US, NELTA Exchange Fellow 2018 Nepal, and the recipient of the HEC Faculty Development grant. He is currently working on a project in documenting indigenous languages of Pakistan through Oral History under GLCA/GLAA. He is pursuing his research interests in digital humanities, corpus linguistics, digital rhetoric, digital storytelling, and digital multimodal composition.

EDUCATION

• 2024 (Sp & Su) Visiting HEC Doctoral Scholar under the supervision of Prof. Elisabetta Adami at the School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures, University of Leeds, UK, Click here
• 2020-date: Ph. D Candidate English, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan
• 2013-2015: M. Phil TESOL, Beaconhouse National University,
• 2007-2009: M.A Literature, Forman Christian College

Awards and Honors

2020-2024: Recipient of HEC PhD Faculty Development Program
2024: Modern Languages Association – Graduate Student Award
2023: Recipient of GLCA/GLAA Alliance Institute on Oral History in the Liberal Arts for
Language documentation project ‘Re-imagining Linguistic Diversity of Local Languages of
Pakistan’ Oral History Project.
2023: Project Incubation for Open Education Resources, AMICAL Consortium, AUI, Morocco
2022: US State Department’s Virtual Exchange for Differentiated Instruction in ESL Classes
2022: US State Department’s TESOL Exchange Program, US
I have been nominated as the American English Live Star Alumni for successfully attending the 5 American English Live Webinar Series from January 2018 to April 2021.
2021: Recipient of Star Alumni by the American English Webinar Series
2019: US State Department’s E-Plus Teacher Scholarship Alumni Award, Iowa State University, US (2019)
2019: US State Department’s Advanced Practitioner Certification from TESOL International US
2018: US State Department’s NELTA Exchange Program Nepal
2017: US State Department’s E-Plus Teacher Scholarship, University of the Oregon US
2016: The New School Beaconhouse’s Most Innovative Teacher Award
2015: US State Department’s E-Teacher Scholarship, University of the Oregon US (2015)
2014: Beaconhouse National University’s Dean Honor List
2013: Beaconhouse National University’s Merit Scholarship

Work Experience

2019-Present Lecturer in English, Department of English Language & Literature, Forman Christian College (A Chartered University), Lahore
2016- 2019 Lecturer in English (K 12), Forman Christian College, Lahore
2014- 2016 Teacher (Primary and Middle Years Program), The New School Beaconhouse (A World International Baccalaureate School), Lahore
2014- 2014 Lecturer in English, Concordia College, Lahore
2014- 2015 English Language Instructor & Language Needs Analyst, US Consulate General Lahore – Contractual
2010- 2010 Lecturer (Internship) in English Language & Literature Department, Government of Pakistan

Research interests

Mr. Khalid is a recipient of Exchange TESOL Fellow 2022, RELO Virtual Exchange 2022 US, NELTA Exchange Fellow 2018 Nepal, and the recipient of the HEC Faculty Development grant for his PhD Studies. He is the convener of ‘Digital Humanities in Linguistics’ an undergraduate course at FCCU. His research interests are affordances in digital media writing in ESL classrooms, multiliteracies, language documentation using oral history, and multimodal authoring paths, digital multimodal composition, specifically for an academically diversified group of students. He hopes to continue his research interests, focusing on how students used diverse digital media platforms as alternative authoring paths for his future research.

Publications

Scholarly papers and reviews for various national and international research journals, ELT blogs, and articles for different magazines/newspapers— Approximately 27 in numbers
ORICD: 0000-0002-0906-0953
Researcher’s Digital Profile
ORICD Profile: Profile Link

Web Publications

• Classroom Management Techniques,TESOL International Association Resource Center, U.S.A. September 9, 2019. Online Link: Click here
• Integrating Critical Thinking into ESL/EFL Class– TESOL International Association Resource Center, U.S.A. September 9, 2019. Online Link: Click here
• Teaching Descriptive Writing through Literature– TESOL International Association Resource Center, U.S.A. September 9, 2019. Online Link: Click here
• Strategies for a Content Instructor in E.M.I. – TESOL International Association Resource Center, U.S.A. September 6, 2019. Online Link: Click here
• B.L. through Portfolio Assessment– TESOL International Association Resource Center, U.S.A. September 6, 2019. Online Link: Click here

Book Chapter

• Khalid, A. (2024). Digital Multimodal Composition (DMC) Engagement in English Language Classroom – A Pakistani Perspective. Conference on College Composition and Communication CCCC Convention Companion Publication: 2024 Edition, Spokane (USA) _ Book Chapter_by the National Council of Teachers of English, US: ISBN 978-0-8141-0227-5 (paperback) 2024 Edition, edited by Timothy Oleksiak, Jamila M. Kareem, Amy J. Lueck, and Ligia A. Mihut.

Scholarly Publications

• Khalid, A. (2024). Broadening Perspectives and Possibilities: Learners’ Pathways to Digital Multimodal Composition (DMC) in ESL Context. Sindh Journal of Linguistics, ISSN: 2953-9309, 3(1),  1-19, (HEC Recognized)
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• Khalid, A. (2024). A Comparative Study of Request Strategies in Punjabi Culture and English Language. Research Journal of Language and Literary Studies (RJLS), ISSN: 2790-556X, (Forthcoming) (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
• Khalid, A. (2023). Memory Study in The Danish Girl (2000)’ by David Ebershoff Through Voyant Text Mining Tools: A Digital Humanities (DH) Study. Forman Journal of Humanities, 1(1), 41-63
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• Khalid, A. (2023). Self-Assessment as a Tool for Improved Writing in an ESL Context: An Approach toward Action Research. AJAR | Asian Journal of Academic Research, ISSN: 2790-9379, 4(3), 26-37 (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
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• Khalid, A. (2022).Language and Gender in Pakistani Newspaper: Use of Interactional Metadiscoursal Markers in Male and Female Bloggers. Journal of Social Sciences Review, 2(3), 119-129 (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
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• Khalid, A. (2022)Narratological Analysis of English as a Second Language Students’ Success Stories. Journal of Social Sciences Review (JSSR), ISSN 2789-4428,2789-441X, Vol. 2 No. 4 (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
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• Khalid, A. (2022) Communitarian Perspective on Autonomy and Human Identities. Pakistan Journal of Social Research, ISSN 2710-3129 (P) 2710-3137 (O) Vol. 4, No. 1, March 2022, pp. 742-746 (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
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• Khalid, A. (2022) Classroom Assessment Practices of English Teachers at Secondary School Level in Punjab Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Social Research, ISSN 2710-3129 (P) 2710-3137 (O)Vol. 4, No. 4, pp. 820-827 (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
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• Khalid, A. (2022) Critical Analysis of Zoomorphism Narrative Language Technique: Little Bird Moth’s Attributes in the Characters of “Moth Smoke” by Mohsin Hamid. Global Language Review Vol. VII, No. IV, pp. 1-10 (HEC Recognized – Y Category)
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• Khalid, A.(2017). English for Academic Preparation Program: An Experiential Expedition, Journal of Education and Practice, ISSN 2222-1735 (Print) ISSN 2222-288X (Online) Vol.8, No.16, pp, 1-6
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• Khalid, A. (2016). Nursing English in Pakistan: Instructors’ Perceptions about Language Curriculum, Journal of NELTA, Nepal English Language Teachers’ Association International Journal, pp. 1-11, Volume 21, Number 1-2, ISSN: 2091-0487
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• Khalid, A. (2016). Needs Assessment in ESP: A Review, Studies in Literature and Language, 12 (6), pp. 1-9, ISSN 1923-1555 (Print) ISSN 1923-1563
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• Khalid, A. (2016). Critical Role of Assessment in Teaching English Literature to Non-Natives. International Journal of English Literature and Culture, pp. 24-31, Volume 4(2), ISSN: 2360-7831
• Khalid, A. (2015). Language, Gender, and Religion: A Pakistani Perspective into the Narratives of “Our Lady of Alice Bhatti” by Mohammad Hanif. Subalternspeak: An International Journal of Postcolonial Studies, Volume 3(4), Online ISSN 2347-2103

Book Reviews for Literary Peer-Reviewed Research Journals

• Khalid, A. (2017).I AM MALALA by Malala Yousafzai with Christiana Lamb, South Asian Review, University of Pittsburgh _ Johnstown (Special Edition on Salman Rushdie) (U.S.A.) Taylor and Francis Publications
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• Khalid, A. (2014).Pakistan Beyond ‘the Crisis State’ by Dr. Maleeha Lodhi published in South Asian Journal, Issue 12-winter 2015, Issues and Reviews
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• Khalid, A. (2013). Language, Gender, and Power: The Politics of Representation and Hegemony in South Asiaby Shahid Siddiqui published in South Asian Review, University of Pittsburgh – Johnstown Vol. 34, No. 3, (U.S.A.) Taylor and Francis Publications
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Journalistic Publications

• Taliban: Talks and Tribulations published in Eurasian Review (Russia)
• Challenges in Pakistan: Confronting and Countering published in Frontier Post (Pakistan)
• Violence: Sectarian Strife in Pakistan published in Kashmir Post (India)
• Asia: At Crossroad of Challenges published in Kashmir Post (India)

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS

2024 –  Khalid, Adeel. Inclusion and Implications of Digital Multimodal Argumentation in ESL Context in Pakistan, Kaleidoscope 2024 Conference, Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge, UK, May 2024
2024 – Khalid, Adeel. The Well-Being of Marginalized Communities and advocating their rights in Composition Class, STORIES Conference, Department of Education, St. Antony’s College, University of Oxford, UK Mar 2024
2024 – Khalid, Adeel. Digital Humanities and Digital Multimodal Composition: A Perspective from Pakistan – A Panel Discussion on Postcolonial Digital Humanities, MLA 2024 Convention, Philadelphia, USA Jan 2024 Click here
2024 – Khalid, Adeel. Digital Humanities and Digital Multimodal Composition: A Perspective from Pakistan – A Panel Discussion on Postcolonial Digital Humanities, MLA 2024 Convention, Philadelphia, USA Jan 2024 Click here
2023 – Khalid, Adeel. ‘Digital Multimodal Composition Engagement in English Language Classroom’ at AMICAL 2023 Conference, Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco May 2023 Click here
2023 – Khalid, Adeel. “Pedagogy Roundtable” – ‘Human Rights and Experiential Learning’ at the Challenging Borders in Domestic and International Human Rights Conference, Albion College, Albion, Michigan, USA May 2023 Click here
2022 – Khalid, Adeel. “Gendered Discourse in Pakistani Newspaper Blogs’ presented at the 2^ND International Conference at Forman Christian College (A Chartered University) Oct 2022
2022 – Khalid, Adeel. ‘Inspire and empower learners in a composition class: Writing process through Google Docs and Weebly portfolios’ presented pedagogical ideas on Community Idea Exchange at AMICAL 2022 Conference for American Universities (Virtual) Jun 2022 Click here
2022 – Khalid, Adeel. “Learning How to Teach Writing through Collaboration” at NELTA International Virtual Think, Mar 2022
2022 – Khalid, Adeel. “A Fine Balance: Addressing Sensitive Social Justice Issues Through Comics” Panel Discussion, at TESOL 2022 International Convention & English Language Expo Pittsburgh, PA, USA Mar 2022
2022 Khalid, Adeel. “The Role of Higher Education in Nurturing Sustainable Communities” at Albion College, Albion, Michigan, U.S.A Jun 2022 Click here
2022 Khalid, Adeel. “Challenges and Prospects in a Multilingual Class: A Comparison of Teachers’ Perspectives in Punjab and Baluchistan Provinces.” Co-presented at the 2^nd English Language Expo 2022, the conference entitled ‘Bridging Global Education’ Jan 2022
2022 – Khalid, Adeel. “Web-based Learning Tools Designed for ESL Context and Class” in the 26^th Annual NileTESOL Conference entitled ‘New Norms in Teaching & Learning’ Jan 2022
2021 – Khalid, Adeel. “Writing in Digital Context” at International TESOL Convention Mar 2021
2020 – Khalid, Adeel. “Efficacies and Effects of English as a Medium Instruction (E.M.I.) on Pakistani Tertiary Students’ Content Learning Acquisition.” Paper presented at 1^st PakTESOL International Conference held at Allama Iqbal Open University on Mar 2020 (Cancelled to CONOV-19 Outbreak)
2020 – Khalid, Adeel. “Digital Pedagogy: Innovations in English Language Teaching.” Paper presented at English Language Expo 2020, Greenwich University Karachi Jan 2020
2019 – Khalid, Adeel. “Motifs of Self – Ethno-Religiosity in Bapsi Sidwa’s Magnum Opus Novel ‘The Crow Eaters.'” Paper presented at an International Conference by the Department of English, Forman Christian College, Lahore, Oct 2019
2019 – Khalid, Adeel. “Needs Analysis of Nursing English: An E.S.P. Practicum in Pakistan.” Paper presented at 17^TH Asia TEFL International Conference and the 6^TH FLLT International Conference, Bangkok, Thailand, Jun 2019
2018 – Khalid, Adeel. “Formative Assessment for Assessing ESL Learners.” Paper presented at the 11^TH International Conference on ‘Assessment and Evaluation in the Global South: Engaging and Transforming Discourses and Practices at Aga Khan University-Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED), Karachi, Nov 2018
2018 – Presented in a symposium on ‘The Movable English Class’ at the E-Teacher Alumni Conference, in collaboration with the Regional English Language Office (RELO) at the U.S. Embassy, and Evolution, held in Islamabad, May 2018
2018 – Presented a poster on ‘Assessment: Formative & Summative Practices in ESL’ at the 1ST E-Teacher Alumni Conference, in collaboration with the Regional English Language Office (RELO) at the U.S. Embassy, Islamabad, and Evolution, held in Islamabad May 2018
2018 – Presented in a symposium titled ‘Effective Instructions in ESL Classroom’ at NELTA International Conference, held in Kathmandu Nepal, Feb 2018
2014 – Presented a paper entitled “Ideology, Identity, and Worldview in Newspapers’ Discourse” at the 30^th SPELT International Conference held in Lahore Nov 2014
2013 – Presented a paper titled “Surfing Experimental Ways of Assessment” at the 29^th SPELT International Conference held in Lahore, Nov 2013

Invited Talks/Lectures

2024 – Led a session on Multimodality and Language Education at University of Leeds, UK (Mar 2024) Click here to access
2022 – Led a workshop for the FCCU Writing Conference for Global Learners on Using Digital Research Tools and Techniques for Academic Writing. (May 2022)
2022 – Conducted a teacher training workshop at the FAST Sub-Campus on ‘Using Digital Tools and Web-based Resources in Teaching English Language Teaching’. (May 2022)
2022 – Conducted an interactive training session on ‘Digital Humanities (DH) – Tools and Pedagogical Techniques’ under the Faculty Research Forum (FRF) for the Department of English Faculty (May 2022)
2019 – Conducted a teacher training workshop at the 35^TH SPELT International Conference on ‘Drama Techniques for Language Teaching’ Abbottabad Chapter (Nov 2019)
2018 – Conducted a teacher training workshop at the 34^TH SPELT International Conference, Lahore on ‘Conceptualizing and Conjuring up Grouping in ESL Classrooms’ Lahore Chapter (Nov 2018)
2018 – Conducted a session for the FCCU Admission Office for prospective students on ‘Reading Skills.’
2017 – Conducted a workshop for English language and literature teachers on ‘Peeling the Onion: Developing Your Teaching’ at 33^RD SPELT International Conference GLOCALISATION: Think Global, Act Local (Nov 2017)
2016 – Conducted a workshop for English language and literature teachers on ‘Communicative Language Teaching’ at 32^ND SPELT International Conference (Nov 2016)
2017 – Conducted a teacher training workshop for SPELT Monthly Session on ‘Exploring and Exploiting Activities in a Language Classroom’.
2015 – Conducted a symposium on ‘Integration of C.T. Skills in ESL/EFL Classrooms’ at the 31^st SPELT International Conference

WEBINARS CONDUCTED

• Conducted an online seminar on Using Comics for the Writing Class for the Evolution, Karachi, and RELO Pakistan Digital Social Media Sites (Forthcoming)
• Conducted a webinar on Collaborative Writing Tasks for Online and F2F Classes for the Evolution, Karachi, and RELO Pakistan Digital Social Media Sites 7.1 (December 2021) Online Link: Click here.
• Conducted a webinar on Issues and Ways of Digital Assessment for the Evolution, Karachi, and RELO Pakistan Digital Social Media Sites 1.2 (May 2020) Online Link: Click here.
• Conducted an online session on Building Curriculum Vitae for English Works Program, Muzaffarabad, Kashmir (March 2023)

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATION

2012-2014 | M.A. Political Science
University of the Punjab, Lahore

DIGITAL FEATURING

• Featured in Write for Rights Campaign 2023 in collaboration with Albion College, Michigan to celebrate the 75^thAnniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights Click here
• Featured in Regional English Language Office (RELO) Pakistan Official Social Media Sites in Alumni Stories Online Link: Click Here
• Featured in TESOL International Association, U.S.A., Blogpost for Member Moment Series, Online Link: Click Here