- Each session is scheduled to run for 50 minutes.
- One session comprises of 1 workshop of 50 minutes and 2 papers of 25 minutes running consecutively.
Thursday Morning
09:00 - 9:15
Opening Remarks: Ms. Ahoud Al Hattali, Conference Chair
09:20 - 09:45
Welcome address: Dr. Badria Al-Shihi, Center for Preparatory Studies Director, Sultan Qaboos University
10:00 - 10:45
Plenary Speaker: Professor. Said Al Dhafri, Director of Social Observatory Strategic Program, Research Council and Professor of Educational Psychology, Dep. of Psychology, Sultan Qaboos University
(The Psychological Dimensions of Online Learning: The Promising Role of Self-Regulated Learning Models)
Time
Name(s) & Title
11:00
11.25
Concurrent
sessions
Dr. Wafa Al Maawali
Connecting ESL Writers Socially in the Process Writing Approach
P5
Professor Anwar Mourssi & Mr. Waleed Abu Mandour
Course Books in the Pandemic Time: Adoption, Adaptation, & Innovation
P10
Ms. Munira AlWahaibi
We are Constantly Evolving in the New Normal
P63
Dr. Younis Al shabibi
Challenges of Using Wiki in Online learning
P15
11:30
11:55
Mr. Muhammad Amir Saeed & Ms. Shagufta Moghal
Linguistic Barriers and English as Medium of Instruction in Pakistan
P19
Mr. Salah Al-Hanshi & Mr. Abdullah Al-Hashmi
STREAM: A Curriculum to Overcome Covid-19 Challenges
P22
Dr. Jamila Al Siyabi
Integrating Assistive Technology in the EFL Classroom: Reality & Perspectives
P23
Dr. Zakiya Al Nadabi & Ms. Sally Al Hurmuzi
Active Learning: Theoretical Foundations & Practical Applications
P30
12.00
12:25
Mrs. Vidhya Pokhrel
Complexities within English Teachers' Identity
P36
Dr. Amira Al Shabibi & Dr. Tharaya Al
Shabibi Teachers’ Digital Competences: Bibliometric Study
P38
Dr. Ramadevi Sakhamuri
Adopting Effective Formative Assessment Practices: An Online Teaching Perspective
P45
Dr. Sylvia D'mello
What Matters in College?
P53
12:30
12:55
Dr. Afef Gasmi
An Exploration of Students’ Perceptions of Online Discussion Forums in a Virtual Learning Environment
P56
Ms. NEERAJA MOTE
An Insight Into the Future of English Teaching, Learning & Assessment
P61
Mr. Amur Al Hasani
Using Blended Learning on Teaching EFL Listening Skills in Oman
P62
Dr. Moza AL Maqbali
Online Assessment Implemented by English Teachers at Omani Cycle Two & Post Basic Schools
P2
13:00
13:50
FS: Professor. Hisham AlSaghbini (Cambridge Assessment)
LEARNING ORIENTED ASSESSMENT - LINGUASKILL CASE
14:00
14:25
Mr. Ndrew Allmark & Ailsa G. Campbell
Teaching Accreditation & Motivation: a Duo- Ethnography
P14
Ms. Pooja Sancheti & Dr. Victoria Tuzlukova
How can Research Direct the Professional Actions in Teaching Practice?
P4
Dr. Omar JABAK
Difficulties in Learning Present Tenses for University of Nizwa Students
P26
Ms. Halima A'Thehli
Managing Students' Learning at Home: The Power of Parenting
P11
14:30
14:55
Dr. Nazanin Dehdary
Empowering Students Through a Critical Literacy- Based Pedagogy
P34
Dr. JAYARON JOSE
Omani EFL Learners’ Adaptability and Acceptance of MSTeams for Online Learning
P24
Dr. Maha Abasaid & Mrs. Lara Arafat
Overcoming Online Collaborative Learning Challenges
P42
Dr. Sani Yantandu Uba & Dr. Julius Irudayasamy
A New Computer Science Academic Word List
P29
15:00
15:25
Mrs. shahala nassim & Mrs. Wided Labedi
Integrating Inter-Cultural Education Among Arab Speakers in English Classrooms
P32
Professor Ali Al-Issa
Involving Parents in Strategically Planning Virtual ELT in Oman
P7
15:30
15:55
Mrs. Carmel Antonette Hankins & Mrs. Mahija Nambiar
Lowering Affective Filters and Maximizing Cognitive Outcomes through Virtual Extra Curricular Activities
PP1
Dr. Hashil Al Saadi
Understanding and Supporting Student Engagement in Remote Teaching: What Every Teacher Should Know & Do
P48
Welcome address: The Honourable Dr. Badria Al-Shihi, Center for Preparatory Studies Director, Sultan Qaboos University
Plenary Speaker: Professor. Said Al Dhafri, Director of Social Observatory Strategic Program, Research Council and Professor of Educational Psychology, Dep. Of Psychology, Sultan Qaboos University
Workshops
Ms. Jennifer McCoy & Ms. Judy Wren
Google Slides: Mastering Master Slides
W2
Mr. Abdullah Almatani & Mr. Ali Alsenidi
Digitize Your Worksheet Online Using teachermade.com
W3
Ms. Jokha Al Hosni
Animated Shorts in Language Classes: Why & How?
CW (Limited seats on a first-come-first-served basis)
Ms. Maria Chulkstan
Digital Natives & Their Engagement in Online Learning
W6
16:00
16:50
Dr. Alina Chirciu
Pairing with Pear Deck - Lessons in Interactive Online Teaching
W9
Mr. Justin Kernot
Working with Word & Sentence Stress
W7
09:00
09:50
Conference Remarks & Announcements
10:00
10:25
Mr. Hashem Adnan
English for Non-Native English Speaking Football Players.
P3
Mr. Saleh Arizavi & Mr. Yazdan Choubsaz
Citation Practices in Research Article Introductions: Inherent Interactions Between Disciplines & Research Methodologies
P9
Ms. Amal Essa
Flipped Learning in ELT Classes in Foundation Level: Challenges & Solutions
P12
Ms. Jokha Al Hosni & Ms. Wafa Al Thihli
Undergraduate Students’ Attitudes Towards Online Language Classes during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Are Students Thriving or Surviving?
P13
Dr. Fatemeh Ranjbaran
English Language Teachers' Digital Literacy & Self-Efficacy in the Online Education Era
P16
10:30
10:55
Mr. Soheil Atashian & Mr. Mohammed Sulaiman Al-Shehhi
Students' & Instructors' Perspectives of Flipped Classroom
P25
Mr. Behnam Behforouz & Mr. Ali Al Gaithi
Omani Learner`s Perceptions and Motivation toward Online Learning
P28
Mrs. Siham AL-Aamri
Padlet for Conducting Distance ELT Professional Development Training Sessions
P41
Mr. Manoj Manuel
Cognitive Pruning & Language Learning- Possible?
P43
11:25
Dr. Sabah Al Balushi & Dr.Mohammed Athar Khan
The CPS’ Benchmarking Experience: Process and Product
P51
Mr. Reddappa Bonu
Concept of Reciprocal Teaching and its efficacy in Reading
P52
Dr. Manouri Samarasinghe
Enabling Learning in Learners within Online Teaching, Using Constructivist Perspectives
P55
Mr. Khalid Aamir Al-Abri
Experiences of EFL Teachers’ with Open-book Exams during the COVID-19 Pandemic
P21
Dr. Samira Moussaoui
The Linguistic, Cognitive & Affective Benefits of Writing Portfolio Assessment
P64
Dr. Mohsen Amiri & Dr. Abdulsalam Maktoum Ali Al Manthari
Interpersonal Skills & Personality Development for GFP Students
P65
Mr. Sherwin Alejandro & Mr. Exander Barrios
E-Academic Records Management for English Courses: The SQU-CPS Way
P20
Dr. Mustafa Ali Khalaf
Psychometric Properties of Language Learning Difficulties Tests: Meta-Analysis
P44
Dr. Suad Al Wahaibi
Online Representations of Omani Students’ Identities
P37
12:00
Friday Prayer & Lunch Break
13:05
13:55
Keynote Speaker: Professor. Debra Myhill (Director of the Centre for Research in Writing at the University of Exeter)
CHANGING ELT WRITING CULTURES: BUILDING A READER-WRITER RELATIONSHIP THROUGH METADISCOURSE
Mr. Ben Knight
How can you Help your Students Succeed Internationally?
P8
Ms. Salwa Said Khalfan Al Anqoudi
Integrating ReadTheory to Motivate EFL Students in Foundation Program
P49
Ms. Widad Hilal AlHashmi & Professor Samer Mahmoud Al-Zoubi
Effectiveness of Moodle on Self-Learning Skills among Undergraduate Students with Disabilities
P66
Ms. DIVYA RAGHAVAN & Ms. DIVYA K.Y
Virtual Learning: Ideation to Transformation; Challenges & Opportunities
P33
Mrs. Zeb Fatima
Reflection: A Qualitative Process to Motivate Online ESL Learners
P17
15:15
Closing Ceremony
Ms. Pooja Sancheti, Deputy Director of Research & Professional Development - CPS, SQU
Ms. Joumana Baltagi
Incorporating Classic Team Games into Digital Modern-day ELT
W1
Ms. Sosil Somokian
The Silver Bullet for Creating Active, Motivated Learners & Improving Retention
W10
Mrs. Sunita Suri
Enhancing Critical Thinking through Graphic Organizers & Cooperative Learning
W5
15:20
16:20
CW: Professor. Debra Myhill (Director of the Centre for Research in Writing at the University of Exeter)
EXPLORING METADISCOURSE: FLIPPING THE FOCUS FROM FORM TO FUNCTION
(Limited seats on a first-come-first-served basis)