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Dr. Vimal Kumar Vishwakarma

Assistant Professor of English

Courses and Research Interest: Phonetics, Sociolinguistics, ELT, and Communication
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Bio

Dr. Vimal Kumar Vishwakarma is an Assistant Professor of English at Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur. He received an M.A. in English from Government Mahakoushal Autonomous Arts and Commerce College Jabalpur in 2007. He earned PGDTE (Post Graduate Diploma in the Teaching of English) and M.Phil. in English with a specialization in Linguistics and Phonetics from the English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad. He has been awarded a Ph.D. in English with a specialization in Phonetics by LNMU, TKT by the University of Cambridge, UK, and an International TESOL Diploma by American TESOL Institute, US. He did a course on Corpus Linguistics from Lancaster University, UK, and IELTS from the British Council, UK. He also did a course on English as a Medium of Instruction for Academics Offered by the University of Southampton, UK, and a course on Teaching for Success: The Classroom and The World from British Council, UK. Besides, he has experience of more than 9 years of teaching at SMGPC Lucknow and RPSGOI, Mahendergarh (HR). He has many national and international publications to his credit and attended and presented many research papers at national and international conferences. His areas of academic interest include Phonetics, Sociolinguistics, ELT, and Communication.

Qualifications

  • Completed a four-week online course on TEACHING FOR SUCCESS: THE CLASSROOM AND THE WORLD BRITISH COUNCIL, UK, 14 May 2020.
  • Completed a four-week online course on ENGLISH AS A MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION FOR ACADEMICS offered by the UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON, UK, 19 April 2020.
  • Completed a course on Corpus Linguistics from Lancaster University, UK,
  • Completed an IELTS certification from the British Council, UK.
  • 2007 - Master of Arts (MA), Rani Durgawati Vishwavidhalay, Jabalpur
  • 2008 - Post Graduate Diploma in the Teaching of English (PGDTE), The English and Foreign Languages University (EFL-U (Formerly, CIEFL)), Hyderabad
  • 2010 - M. Phil. in English (Linguistics & Phonetics), The English and Foreign Languages University (EFL-U (Formerly, CIEFL)), Hyderabad
  • 2013 - Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT), University of Cambridge, England UK
  • 2014 - International TESOL (Teaching of English to the Speakers of Other Languages) Diploma, American TESOL Institute, Florida, US
  • 2017 - Ph. D in English, LNM University, Darbhanga

Experiences

  • 2019-Present: Assistant Professor, Dharmashastra National Law University, Jabalpur (MP),
  • 2014-2019: Assistant Professor, RPS Group of Institutions, Mahendergarh, (HR),
  • 2010-2012: Senior Lecturer, SRMGPC, Lucknow (UP)

Membership of Professional Bodies

  • Editor-in-Chief. International Journal of Communication, Languages & Literature. ARSEAM Foundation.
  • Associate Member of IATEFL(International Association of Teachers of English a Foreign Language, UK
  • Member of All-India Dravidian Linguistic Association of India
  • Member of AINET Association of English Teachers, India Member of ELTAI (English Language Teachers’ Association of India

Publications

Journal

  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Interlingual and Intralingual Errors in Second Language Acquisition: A Study in Applied Linguistics. Journal of Research and Development A Multidisciplinary International Level Referred and Double-Blind Peer Reviewed, Open Access Journal ISSN: 2230-9578, Volume 17, Issue 5 (I), May 2025
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Innovations in ELT: A Study on the Use of Modern Technologies to Teach English to Technical Students International Journal of English and World Languages and Literature Paradigm Shift in International Research ISSN: 3065-7873, Volume 2, Issue 2, April 2025
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Translating Cultural Nuances: Challenges and Strategies. ELT Voices, ISSN: 2230-9136, Volume 13, Issue 2, August 2023
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. A Review of Non-Verbal Communication and Cultural Implications. Journal of Namibian Studies, 34 S1, ISSN: 2197-5523, 1741-1754, (2023)
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Applied Linguistics and The Law: A Study. European Chemical Bulletin (Scopus Indexed Journal), ISSN 2063-5346, Vol-12, Issue-08, Page No.4927-4936, July 2023.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Language and Legal Education in India: An Observation. International Journal for Research Scholars and Professionals of English Language Teaching, ISSN: 2456-8104, Vol. 6, Issue 32, July 2022.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Integrating Technology in English Language Teaching and Learning in a Peer Reviewed (Refereed) International Journal of English Language and Literature, May 2020.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. An Analysis of Select Phonemes Used by ESL Learners at Schools in a Peer Reviewed (Refereed), Vol.8.Issue 2, International Research Journal of English Language and Literature (RJELAL)2020 (April-June).
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Key Issues in English Language Teaching: An Exploration in a journal, Vol-40-Issue-68, Studies in Indian Place Names (UGC Care Journal), March-2020.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. “Emergence and Theoretical Underpinnings of CLT”, ISSN 2347-9493,Vol. 1, Issue 3 (IC), Scholars Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Feb2015, pp 192-194.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. “Language Attitude Research in Indian Context: An Evaluation of Research Techniques”, ISSN 2347-503X, Vol. 2, Issue 2, Research Chronicler, Feb 2015,
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. “Teaching of Speaking Skill: Principles and Approaches”, ISSN 2348-7674, Vol. 2, Issue 2, Research Innovator, Feb 2015
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. “Understanding Major Issues of Second Language acquisitions”, ISSN 2349-4808, Vol. 2, Issue 1, IJEASR, Jan 2015, pp 01-06.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. “Communicative Language Teaching: An Innovative Approach to Language Teaching”, ISSN 2349-4808, Vol. 1, Issue 5, IJEASR, Sep 2014, pp 55-59.

Book Chapter

  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. A Guide to Spoken English: Challenges and Remedies published by IIP USA, ISBN 978-1685764692, July 2024.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. A Phonetic Study of the Select Sounds of English Spoken by High School Students in Jabalpur, ISBN 9789383038589, Vol. 1, Issue 1, All India Teacher’s Conference organized by OUCIP, Hyderabad, January 2018, pp 347-355, Shri Publishers, Hyderabad.
  • Vishwakarma, Vimal. Use of Language Lab: An Innovative Approach to Language Teaching and Learning”, ISBN 9788192037073, Vol. 1, Issue 1, ICLLTA , Nov 2016, pp 82-86, Shri Gyansagar, Meerut.

Paper Presentations

  • Presented a research paper entitled Interlingual and Intralingual Errors in Second Language Acquisition: A Study in Applied Linguistics in an International e-Conference on Humanity, Technology, and the Environment: Multidisciplinary Dialogues for Progress organized by Arts and Commerce College, Bhisi Chandrapur (Maharashtra) in collaboration with Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and Global Foundation, India on 24 May 2025
  • Presented a research paper entitled Linguistic Complexity in Legal Discourse: An Analysis of Stylistic Features in Indian Courtroom English at the International Conference on Indian Linguistic Tradition and Indigenous Knowledge System, organized by the Department of Linguistics, North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong, Meghalaya-793022, India from 27–28 February – 01 March 2025.
  • Presented a research paper entitled Translation and Meaning: A Cultural and Semiotic Exploration in the International Conference on Indian Education System for Global Development jointly organized by Kurukshetra University and Department of Holistic Education during 16–17 December 2024.
  • Presented a research paper entitled Integrating Multidisciplinary Approach for Enhancing EFL Learners’ Legal Language Proficiency in Indian Law Schools in the National Seminar on Text and Context in Language and Literature in English organized by University Department of English B.R. Ambedkar University in Collaboration with Ramkrishna Mission Sevashrama, Muzaffarpur during 18–19 October 2024.
  • Presented a research paper entitled A Linguistic Analysis in Legal Proceedings: The Significance of Forensic Linguistics in the World Scientific Research Conference of Arts, Humanities and Languages jointly organized by International Scientific Research Association, International Languages Council & supported by School of Languages, Literature and Linguistics (EU) & IJRCS during 4–5 November 2023.
  • Presented a research paper entitled The Impact of Cross-Cultural Non-Verbal Communication on Interpersonal Relationships in the 5th International Conference on Literature, Society & the Global Media jointly organized by Research Culture Society, Dept. of Media Studies, CMS Jain (Deemed to be University) Bangalore, India, International Languages Council & supported by Department of Arabic Literary Studies, Mila University Center, Algeria during 9–10 September 2023.
  • Participated in the two-day virtual National Level Faculty Development Programme on Effective Research Paper Writing: Tools, Techniques and Best Practices for ICT-Enabled Scholars organised by Choice College of Arts and Commerce, Warje, Pune in association with Global Foundation for Education and Future Skills during 11–12 July 2025.
  • Participated in a Two-Week Refresher Course on Multimodality and Cultural Narratives in India Centric Literature and Implementation of NEP 2020 organized by Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), Central University of South Bihar (CUSB) from 9–23 December 2024.
  • Participated in the National Level Faculty Development Programme on The Art of Keeping Students Engaged: Gaining Mastery jointly organised by MIT School of Education & Research, Pune, Maharashtra; Modern College of Professional Studies, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh in association with Research Culture Society during 22–27 April 2024 (Six Days).
  • Participated as a speaker in All India Teacher’s Conference organized by OUCIP, Hyderabad, in 2018
  • Participated as a speaker in an International Conference on “Language and Literature through Ages” organized by SRM University, Modinagar, Ghaziabad in 2016
  • Participated as a Member of Advisory Committee to the 2nd International Conference on Contemporary Development in Business 2016 Organised by Academic Research in Science, Engineering, Arts & Management Foundation, Rotary Club, Bareilly in 2016
  • Participated as a speaker in a National Conference on “ English Language Teaching in the Present Context organized by SRM University, Modinagar, Ghaziabad in 2015
  • Organised an International conference with support of British Council on ‘Language and Communication: Barriers and Challenges’ at Shri Ramswaroop Memorial Group of Professional Colleges, Lucknow in 2012
  • Participated as a delegate in the first International conference on ‘Starting, Stimulating and Sustaining: English Language Teacher Education and Development ’ organised by British Council and EFL-University, Hyderabad in 2011

Awards and Honours

  • Received the Honorary Excellence Award in English Language Teaching in the Indo American Multidisciplinary Web Conference organised by Sidhartha Educational and Research Federation Tamilnadu on 31 August 2020.
  • Received Best Teacher Award in the 5th International Conference organised by Saint Martin’s Centre for Research and Accreditation Commission, Melbourne, Australia on 31 December 2020.

Research and Consultancy

  • Competition Assessment of Electricity Sector in India (Electricity Act, 2003) sponsored by Competition Commission of India (Completed)