English Engineering
Resume:
SULEKHA SUNDARESAN
English Lecturer
CONTACT DETAILS
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AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Curriculum development
Classroom management
Student assessment
Promoting inclusion Behavioural
management
Preparing teaching
material
Subject knowledge
Teaching language skills
Grammar instructions
Conducting examinations
Mentoring students
Applying educational
methodologies
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATION:
I have completed my M.A and B.A degree in English literature. I had been working as Lecturer in English for four years and three months at Sun College of Engineering and Technology, Tamil Nadu, India. I have acquired CELTA from British council, Oman and a Certificate and Diploma Degree in TEFL from Norwood English, Ireland. My overall band score in IELTS is 7.5. I have published four scholarly articles in reputed International Journals apart from two monographs.
ACADEMIC PROFILE:
M.A in English Literature (Full Time)
S.T.Hindu College, Nagercoil 2006-2008
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
B.A in English Literature (Full Time)
Women’s Christian College, Nagercoil 2003-2006
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
RESEARCH PROFILE:
M.Phil in English Literature
(Full Time)
2008-2010
S.T.Hindu College, Nagercoil
Manonmaniam Sundaranar
University
Ph.D in English Literature
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University 2014-Present
Tamilnadu, India.
Thesis Title: Affliction, Apprehension and Alleviation: Construing the Pain of Afghans in the Select Novels of Khaled Hosseini and Deborah Ellis. Abstract: The study focusses on the real-life struggle of Afghans who live as refugees in their own land as portrayed in the novels of Afghan-American writer, Khaled Hosseini and Canadian Writer, Deborah Ellis.
ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION:
Completed CELTA (Pass) from British Council, Oman-2018 (Mar-May)
Obtained overall band score of 7.5 in International English Language Testing System [IELTS] from British Council, Muscat, Oman in 2016.
Completed Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
[TEFL] from Norwood English, Ireland in 2014.
Completed Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
[TEFL] from Norwood English, Ireland in 2012.
PROFESSIONAL DUTIES
Supporting and
Developing Students at
all levels
Involving all the students
in subject-based class
activities
Carrying out additional
duties required for the
effective operation of the
institution
Willing to learn and
employ new techniques to
hone the learners’ skills
Providing feedback to
students which supports
them and gives hope of a
bright future
Individually meeting with
students over whom there
are concerns
Open to constructive
feedback
CAREER STATEMENT
“I feel that my greatest strengths are
firstly my strong commitment to
teaching to the highest possible
standards. Secondly my skill at
working efficiently as part of a team,
and forming personal bonds with
other staff members. Thirdly my desire
to do everything possible to ensure
that my pupils not only meet but
indeed exceed all of the academic
goals and targets set for them.”
-Sulekha Sundaresan
CAREER HISTORY:
Sun College of Engineering and Technology -
Tamilnadu, India
English Lecturer December, 2009 to April, 2014
SUBJECTS TAUGHT:
Technical English to first- year undergraduate students of engineering degree program.
Objective of the subject is to enhance the basic communication skills of the learners, to ensure the usage of digital media to supplement the study materials provided in the classroom and to inculcate the habit of reading, writing and speaking in English which shall help the learners to communicate effectively and efficiently. Evaluation of students is based on written examination and assignments examined by internal and external examiners.
Communication Skills to third –year undergraduate students of engineering degree program.
Objective of the subject is to enable the students to develop their communicative competence, to hone their soft skills and to equip them with employability skills which shall enhance the learners’ placement prospects
Evaluation of students is based on continuous analysis of learners’ progress through written examination and assignments.
Labs Handled:
English Communication Laboratory to impart communication and soft skills to students of all levels undertaking Engineering degree program.
The subject is a learner-centric one which requires minimum intervention from the teacher as it is practical-oriented. Audio-visual samples are provided to help students develop their listening, speaking, reading, writing and interpreting skills. Learners are encouraged to blog, tweet, text and email employing appropriate language and formal tone to acuminate their soft skills. Group discussions, role play, debate and mock interviews are conducted to train the students to perform well when interviewed personally or via telephonic conversation/ video conferencing. Evaluation of students is based on the above said activities apart from an online test.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Responsible
Patient
Confident
Super organised
Deadline led
Industrious
Ingenious
Self-starter
Excellent communicator
Tactful & articulate
Convergent thinker
Adaptable
Proactive
PERSONAL SKILLS
Strong educational
Background.
Excellent writing and verbal
talent.
Rich in leadership and
organizational quality.
Appreciated for
communication skills.
Worked extensively for
literary and cultural
activities.
Well-versed in writing articles on
various topics in college
newsletters and magazine.
PUBLICATIONS:
PEER-REVIEWED JOURNAL ARTICLES
Sulekha Sundaresan,(2012) “A Study of the Language of Tony Harrison as reflected in The Globe Mysteries that Unveiled at The Globe Theatre from 5th August, 2011 to 1st October, 2011” International Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences (IJHSS), India. 2(3):88-99. http://www.ripublication.com/Volume/ijhssv2n2.htm
Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, (2014) “A Lengthened Epitaph: Reverberating the Elegiac Tone in Tony Harrison’s poems about his parents” International Journal of Literature and Arts (IJLA), USA. 2(3): 69-75. doi: 10.11648/j.ijla.20140203.13.
http://article.sciencepublishinggroup.com/pdf/10.11648.j.ijl a.20140203.13.pdf
Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2016) “Unjust Justice: An Exploration of the Case of Rizana Nafeeq with Reference to Kalaivaathy Kaleel’s Rizana” International Journal of English Language, Literature and Humanities (IJELLH), India. 4(10):253-261. http://ijellh.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/25.-Sulekha- Sundaresan-paper-final.pdf?x72302
Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2017) “ Afghan Female Character’s Resistance in Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns novel” International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research (IJSSHR), India.5(2): 501-507. http://www.researchpublish.com/journal/IJSSHR/Issue-2-April- 2017-June-2017/15
Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2017)
“LITERATURE PORTRAY OF NOVEL “THE KITE RUNNER” BY
KHALED HOSSEINI” Research Journal of English Language and Literature (RJELAL), India.5 (3): 501-507. KY Publications. ISSN: 2395-2636.http://www.rjelal.com/5.3.17/9-
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Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2017)
“Masculinity Prejudice across Limits: With Reference to Khaled Hosseini’s A Thousand Splendid Suns” The English Literature Journal, .5(5): 839-841. Aizeon Publishers: ISSN: 2348-3288. http://english.aizeonpublishers.net/content/2017/4/eng839- 841.pdf
Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2018)
“Literature review for comparison of Deborah Ellis’s Book series
“Three wishes” & “The Bread winner” and Khaled Hosseini‘s novels
“The kite runner” & “A Thousand Splendid suns”” Indian journal of arts, 8(1), 85-89: Discovery publications, ISSN2320–6659: http://www.discoveryjournals.org/arts/current_issue/2018/A10.pdf REFERENCE DEATILS
Dr. P. Kolappadhas
Associate Professor,
Department of English,
S.T.Hindu College,
Nagercoil, Tamilnadu,
India.
Ph: 009***********
Dr. Joy Priscilla Athiban,
Retired Professor,
Department of English,
Women’s Christian College,
Tamil Nadu, India.
Ph: 009***********
Dr.K.Sumathi,
Associate Professor,
Department of English,
Vivekananda College,
Agasteeswaram,
Kanyakumari District,
Tamilnadu, India.
Ph: 009***********
Dr. Xavier George,
Director, Sun College of
Engineering and
Technology, Erachakulam,
TamilNadu, India.
e-mail id:
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Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2018)
“Literature review on Khaled Hosseini’s “The Kite Runner” and ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ Novel” International Journal of English Literature and Social Sciences (IJELS), 3(4):493-502,ISSN:2456– 7620.https://dx.doi.org/10.22161/ijels.3.4.3
Sulekha Sundaresan, Sumathi.K, Kolapphadas.P, (2019)
“Review of Hosseini’s Novels as a Unique of Struggle, Reservation, and Punishment: A Thousand Splendid Suns and the Kite Runner
” International Journal of linguistics and Literature (IJLL), 8(4):7- 14,ISSN:2319-3964.
http://www.iaset.us/archives?jname=65_2&year=2019&submit= Search
PUBLICATIONS:
PEER-REVIEWED BOOKS
1. Book Name: Struggle for Survival: Wailing as a Weapon to Interpret the Voice of the Subaltern in Rudali
Publisher: VDM Publication, Germany ISBN: 978-*-***-*****- 1
Reference:
http://books.google.com/books?id=FRlnYgEACAAJ&dq=the+ stranger+sulekha+sundaresan&hl=en&ei=cda8Tr73H4nJrAfhkMDEA Q&sa=X&oi=book_result&ct=result&resnum=1&ved=0CC0Q6AEw AA
2. Book Name: An Isolated Murderer : Exploring the Character of Meursault in The Stranger
Publisher: VDM Publication, Germany ISBN: 978-3-639- 31451-9
Reference:http://books.google.com/books/about/Struggle_for_Survi val.html?id=dTewcQAACAAJ
ACADEMIC DISSERTATION [M.PHIL]:
Duration: 12 months
Thesis Title: Struggle for Survival: Wailing as a Weapon to Interpret the Voice of the Subaltern in Rudali. Abstract:The dissertation focuses on the theme of Dalit suppression dealt with in the works of Mahasweta Devi, with special reference to her short-fiction Rudali.
AWARDS:
Obtained Tenth rank at the University in English Literature major.
Obtained Fourteenth rank at the University in Part II English.
Awarded with Outstanding rank for Fine Arts, Club/ Association activities and Leadership skills in Certificate of Performance from Women’s Christian College.
Mr. Richard Frost
CELTA Teacher
Department of English,
British council,
Muscat,
Oman,
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Ph: 009**********
Ms. Gabriella Sommer
CELTA Teacher
Department of English,
British council,
Muscat,
Oman,
Ph: 009**********
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council.org
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Highly capable professional
English teacher with a focus
on student learning and
engagement. Experienced
teacher and facilitator with 5
years of service in the
postsecondary academic
setting. Dedicated to teaching
students the principles of
college-level writing, literature
analysis, and close reading.
Exceptional knowledge of
delivering instruction with
technology and empowering
students to use valuable
resources. Excellent
understanding of curriculum
development and assessment
methods based on research
and practice.
SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY:
Completed a Certificate course on programming in C and C++ with practical training from Software Training and Development Centre [ER&DCI] during 09-04-2001 to 26-05-2001 in Grade A+.
Completed a Certificate course on MS Office with Distinction from the Centralised Computer Centre of the Logos during January 2005 to March 2005.
Profound knowledge in all editions of Windows, MS Office and
Internet Explorer.
AWARENESS CAMP AND SEMINARS ATTENDED:
Participated in Government of India sponsored
Entrepreneurship Awareness Camp organized by Centre for Entrepreneurship Development during 23rd to 25th of March, 2005.
Attended UGC sponsored Regional Seminar on Post-Colonial Theory and Practice on 14th February, 2006.
Took part in the State Level Seminar on Recent Trends in Indian Financial System on 21st September, 2004.
STRENGTH AND SKILLS:
· Excellent ability to facilitate and teach difficult concepts to students, including breaking down topics, scaffolding, re-teaching, and checking for understanding. -Exemplary oral and written communication skills when delivering lectures to students and communicating with staff or other members of the university. - Ability to foster beneficial and supportive relationships with students and other faculty members. -Motivated to work independently, achieve my personal best, publish valuable research, and be a contributing member of the university community. -Strength to persist despite obstacles, such as lack of resources, a limited amount of class time, and other challenges in the classroom.
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DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Place: Muscat Sulekha Sundaresan
EXTRA-CURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES:
Completed Certificate Course on
Personality Development from
Career Guidance and Counselling
Cell of Women’s Christian College
during 2003-2004.
Chairperson for Literature
of the Student Senate for the
year 2005-2006.
Chief Editor of the College online
newsletter, “Papyrus Club – Hind
Imprint” from 2008 to 2009.
Editor of the College
newsletter, “WCC-Masala”, in
the academic year 2005-2006.
Participant and winner in
college and school level debate
and essay-writing
competitions.
Actively took part in literary skits,
dumb charades and masquerades
and received applauds.
PERSONAL PROFILE:
Father’s Name: Dr.A.Sundaresan M.Tech,Ph.D
Mother’s Name: Mrs.Usha Sundaresan M.Sc.
Spouse Name: Dr.S.Muthuraman M.E., Ph.D
Nationality: Indian ( Resident of Oman)
Gender: Female
Date of Birth & Age: 29-05-1985. 32 years old
Languages known: English, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam
Permanent Address: 1-1-111, “Sree Darsha”,
Eathancaud, North
Thamaraikulam Post,
Kanyakumari Dstrict,
Tamilnadu, India.
Ph: +919*********
Present Address: Falt no: 57, Building no:
935, Way 4509, Al
Khuwair, Muscat,
Sultanate of Oman.
Mobile no.: +917*********
Landline no.: +914*********
Passport no: K8606503
(Exp: 28/ 10/ 2022)
Oman Civil and DL no: 84897766
license no: (Exp. of civil Id: 03/12/ 2018)
(Exp. Of driving license : 03/05 /2026)
Spouse working details Lecturer, Engineering. Dept., Higher college of Technology,
Muscat, Oman
Dependents 2 (son-7yrs. & Daughter-4 yrs.)
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