faculty Profile

• Ph.D. in English Language Teaching (2021), Full time in the Department of English, Anna University, Chennai.
• M.Phil. in English Language Teaching, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore.
• M.A. English Language and Literature with Computer Applications, College affiliated to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore.
• M. A. Mass Communication and Journalism, Alagappa University, Karaikudi.
• B.A. English Literature, College affiliated to Bharathiar University, Coimbatore.

• Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Sriperumbudur, Assistant Professor, from May 2022 to till date
• Anna University, Chennai, Guest Faculty, September 2021 to March 2022.
• SriGuru Institute of Technology, Coimbatore, Assistant Professor, June 2012 to December 2013.
• Tamilnadu College of Engineering, Coimbatore, Assistant Professor, July 2011 to June 2012.
• Bharathidasan College of Arts and Science, Erode, Assistant Professor, September 2010 to May 2011.

• Technical English II (2022- Till date)
• Communicative English (2022- Till date)
• Interview and Career Skills (2022- Till date)
• Interpersonal Skills (2022- Till date)
• Values and Ethics (2021-2022)
• Language and Communication (2021-2022)
• Technical English I (2012-2013)
• General English I and II (2011-2012)
• Literary Criticism (2011-2012)
• Poetry (2011-2012)

Papers Published in International Journals:

• Dr M V Iyuswariya Lakshmi, Assistant Professor, Department of Humanities and Social Sciences published a paper titled “An Exploratory Study on Teaching English- Teachers’ Perspective” in “International Journal of English Literature and Social Sciences” (IJELS). Peer-Reviewed and Refereed Journal, Approved by the Ministry of Education; Impact Factor: 6.23. SJIF (5.96). ISSN : 2456-7620/ Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2025. DOI: 10.22161/ijels.104.61
• Dr Iyuswariya Lakshmi M. V. and Dr. P. R. Sujatha Priyadharsini, “Factors that Influence the Teaching-Learning Process in English Language Classes in Government High Schools of Tiruvallur District: An Exploratory Study”, Modern Journal of Studies in English Language Teaching and Literature. Vol 4, Issue 1, June 2022, pp.17-39. ISSN No. 2718-9708.

Papers Published in National Journal:

• Iyuswariya Lakshmi M. V. and Dr. P. R. SujathaPriyadharsini, “A Study on Teaching Pedagogy and Teachers’ Perceptions towards English Language Teaching”, The English Classroom, Bi-annual Journal, Vol.19, No.2, Dec 2017, pp.40-51.ISSN No. 2250-2831.

Papers Published in Seminar/Conference Proceedings:

• Iyuswariya Lakshmi M. V, “Story Telling as a Tool to Improve Speaking Skills”, in the proceedings of the International Seminar onThe Changing Contours of English Language and Literature, September 2016, pp. 92-95, ISBN No. 978-93-87380-00-4.
• Iyuswariya Lakshmi M. V, “Enhancing Language Skills through Activity” in the proceedings of the International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature, August 2016, pp. 642-644, ISBN No. 9789386176189.

Paper Presentation in Seminar/Conference:

• An Analysis of Teacher Training at the School Level in the International Conference on “Evolving Strategies to Overcome Continuing Challenges in Second Language Education at the Tertiary Level” held at Anna University in 2018.
• Teaching and learning English in Government and Government-Aided Schools in and around Chennai in the International Conference on “Empowering the English Language Learner – Materials, Methods and Testing” held at Anna University, Chennai in 2017.
• Learner Generated Material for Language Acquisition in the National Conference on “Does INPUT equal INTAKE while teaching English as a second language?” held at SSN College of Engineering, Chennai in 2017.
• English Language Teaching in India from Theory to Practice in the 12th International and 48th ELTAI Annual Conference on “English Language Acquisition : Western Theories and Eastern Practices” held at St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam in 2017.
• Enhancing Language Skills through Activity in the International Conference on Innovations in the Teaching of English Language and Literature held at VIT University, Vellore in 2016.
• Story Telling as a Tool to Improve Speaking Skills in the International Seminar on “The Changing Contours of English Language and Literature” held at the Meenakshi College for Women, Kodambakkam, Chennai in 2016.
• Methodologies to Generate Interest in Language Learning in the National Conference on”Emerging Trends in Science and Humanities” held at Saveetha Engineering College in 2012.
• Copy Editing in the National Conference on “New Trends in Career Options: Prospects and Problems” held at Navarasam Arts and Science College for Women, Erode in 2012.
• Grammar and Language Teaching in the International Conference on “English Grammar” held at Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam in 2011.
• Identity Theme of Marriage in Raja Rao’s ‘The Serpent and the Rope in the National Level Seminar on “Marital Milieu in Indian Writing” held at Shri Sakthikailassh Women’s College, Salem in 2010.
• Identity Crisis in Gita Hariharan’s ‘The Thousand Faces of Nightin the State Level Seminar on “Social Issues In Modern Literature” held at Shri Sakthikailassh Women’s College, Salem in 2010.

Book Edited

• Dr Murugavel T, Professor and Head, Dr Amutha Charu Sheela, Associate Professor and Dr M V Iyuswariya Lakshmi, Assistant Professor, Humanities and Social Sciences, edited and published the papers presented in the National Conference “Interface of Language and Literature with Technology in the Era of Industry 5.O” as a book with ISSN: 2581-8333 and DOI: 10.47311/IJOES.2025.7.08.01 .
  Link : https://www.ijoes.in/v7ii3.html

Book Chapter Published (International)

• Dr. Iyuswariya Lakshmi M. V. “Challenges in Online Teaching of English” in Reflection of Teaching and Testing during Pandemic Covid 19, Iterative International Publishers, 2022, pp. 56-61, ISBN: 978-1-68576-346-6

Conference Organized

• A 3-Day National Online Conference on “Interface of Language and Literature with Technology in the Era of Industry 5.O” in collaboration with English Language Teachers Association of India (ELTAI), Chennai Chapter, from 7 August 2024 to 9 August 2024.

Other Programmes Organized

• Organised “ConQuest” an Intra –Quiz competition was conducted by India Reads Movement, Reading Club SVCE in association with COMICON on Thursday 8th February 2026
• Organised “Mind –Maze” an Intra –Quiz competition conducted by India Reads Movement, Reading Club SVCE on Tuesday 14th October 2025

NPTEL Courses:

• “Design Thinking- A Primer” – Elite – top 5%, October 2025.
• “Mastering Speaking and Presentations- A Case based Approach” – Elite – April 2025.
• “Developing Soft Skills and Personality” –Elite – October 2024.
• “English for Competitive Exams”- Elite – April 2024.

Conference, Workshop and FDP

• Attended a one day workshop on “English Language Skills for Youth Development and Employability Skills” conducted by Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development on 27 February 2026.
• Attended a 14-day International Virtual FDP on “Foresights into English Language Teaching and Research- FELTR 2.O” conducted by Saveetha College of Engineering, from 27 October to 13 November 2025.
• Participated in the one day FDP on “ Eco Pedagogy in English Language Learning: Modes of Practices and Applications” organized by the Department of English, Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering, held on 8th November 2025.
• Attended a one week International FDP on “DH 360 Degree: Tools, Theories and Applications in Digital Humanities” conducted by SRM Institute of Science and Technology from 25 August 2025 to 2 September 2025.
• Participated in the one week workshop on “Advanced Technical, Research and Academic Writing Course” conducted by Anna University in collaboration with the U.S. Consulate General, Chennai from 8 to 12th September 2025.
• Attended a webinar on “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in English Language Teaching in India: Challenges and Innovations”, conducted by ELTAI, on 24 August 2025.
• Attended a one week International FDP on “Active Learning Methods in Teaching-Learning Process”, conducted by Vel Tech Multi Tech Dr. Rangarajan Dr. Sakunthala Engineering College from 7th to 13th August 2025.
• Attended a 5-day National FDP on “Innovative Pedagogical and Research Practices for English Language Teaching” conducted by SRM Valliammai Engineering College from 5th to 9th August 2025.
• Participated in the one week National FDP on “Design Thinking Innovation and New Product Development”, conducted by SriVenkateswara College of Engineering, from 14 to 18 July 2025.
• Attended a National Virtual FDP on “Transforming Pedagogies: Scope and Opportunities in ESL/ELT” conducted by Sahrdaya College of Advanced Studies, from 22 to 25 May 2024.
• Attended a Webinar on “Strategies for Publishing Impactful Language Teaching”, conducted by ELTAI, on 25 May 2025.
• Attended a 5-day National Virtual FDP on “Technology Integration in the English Language Classroom” conducted by Bal Bharati’s Maghanmal J Pancholia College of Commerce & Nucleus of Learning and Development, 27 January 2025 to 01 February 2025.
• Attended a 14 day International Virtual FDP on “Foresights into English Language Teaching and Research” conducted by Saveetha College of Engineering, from 9 to 25 September 2024.
• National FDP on “ELT Innovative Methods and Approaches” conducted by Anil Neerukonda Institute of Technology and Sciences, April 2024.
• National FDP on “Level up: Mastering Technology for Dynamic Language Teaching and Research Using AI Tools” conducted by SriVenkateswara College of Engineering, Sriperumbudur, February 2024.
• Workshop on “Enhancing and Accelerating Learning through Valid and Reliable Assessments” conducted by SSN College of Engineering, Chennai, January 2024.
• Faculty Development Programme on “Gamification Practices in Language Pedagogy”, conducted by NITTTR, Chennai, December 2023.
• Faculty Development Programme on “Principles of Materials Design in ELT”, conducted by NITTTR, Chennai, Novermber 2023.
• International FDP on “ICT and Language Learning”, Westminister College, London and Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, August 2023.
• National Webinar on “Artificial Intelligence in Language Classroom”, ELTAI, August 2023.
• National FDP on “Recent Trends in Language and Linguistics” PSG College of Engineering, June 2023.
• FDP on OBE, Nirmala College, Muvattupuzha, May 2023.
• Webinar on “Exploring Google Bard AI for Teachers, Scrollwel, June 2023.
• FDP on Trending Teaching Techniques for Effective Learning, Hi Tech Edu Tech Institute, Karnataka, May 2023.
• FDP on Research Methods and Techniques, Ramanand Arya DAV College, Mumbai, May 2023.
• Webinar on “Take your English to the Next Level”, Englang SkillsTraining Academy, India May 2023.
• Webinar on “Poetry in Life”, Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science, Coimbatore, May 2023.
• FDP on “New Frontiers in : Humanities” Presidency University Bangalore, March 2023.
• Translanguaging: Language Proficiency for Indian Learners, ELTAI, March 2023.
• FDP on Teaching English Language and Literature for Z Generation Learners, Kongu Arts and Science College, Erode, February 2023.
• FDP on “Pedagogical Excellence in ELT”, Kumaraguru College of Arts and Science, Coimbarore, February 2023.
• International Workshop on “A Pathway to Research Gate”, St. Francis De Sales College, Bangalore, January 2023.
• National Workshop on “Teacher-Research”, SSN College of Engineering, November 2022.
• Professional Development Programme on “Advanced Pedagogy”, conducted by National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chennai in August-September 2022.
• Faculty Development Program on “Research, Patent and Publication on Humanities and Sciences”, conducted by SRMIST, Chennai in August 2022.
• Virtual Seminar on “Teacher Identity – Reweaving the English Seminar Classroom” conducted by MGIT, Hyderabad, Chennai in 2022.
• National Faculty Development Programme on “Technology Enhanced English Language Learning and Teaching: Web Tools for Teaching and Learning English Language and Literature” conducted by SDNB Vaishnav College for Women in collaboration with Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Chennai in 2022
• National Faculty Development Programme on “Paradigm Shift: Understanding Interdisciplinarity in English Language Education”, conducted by Department of English, Anna University, Chennai in 2021.
• International Conference on “Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education in ELT” held at SSN College of Engineering, Chennai in 2018.
• International Conference on “Language and Literature: Dynamic Resources in the ELT Classroom held at SSN College of Engineering, Chennai in 2017.
• American English Webinar Series 4 on “Shaping the Way We Teach English” conducted by Office of English Language Programs, U.S. Department of State in 2016.
• Teacher Training Workshop on “Integrating Technology in Language Teaching” held at Anna University, Chennai in 2016.
• Workshop on Emotional Intelligence and Classroom Activities conducted in VIT University, Vellore in 2016.
• Workshop on Emerging Trends in Language Teaching and Research Conducted byDepartment of English, VIT University, Vellore in 2016.
• National Workshop on Research Methodology, Statistics and Application of SPSS conducted by Department of English and Foreign Languages, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore in 2010.
• State level seminar on “Women-Empowered or Overpowered” held at Nirmala College for Women, Coimbatore in 2010.

• NSS Program Officer
• Department OBE Coordinator
• Reading Club Coordinator
• Department Research Coordinator
• Department NAAC, NBA Data Maintenance

• Awarded Second Prize for the Paper titled – “Implementing Learner Autonomy to Enhance English Language Skills” on the Faculty Research Day conducted at SVCE in June 2023.
• Awarded Second Prize for the Paper titled – “English Language Teaching : From Theory to Practice” on the Faculty Research Day conducted at SVCE in June 2022.
• Awarded Anna Centenary Research Fellowship for Ph.D – tenure (2017-2020)