ICSELL Conference Timetable – English Programme
Note: TB2 =(Foundation Program Building)
Tuesday 4th November
7:00 – 8:00
Registration*
Venue: Auditorium
*Registration is open from Monday 3rd to Tuesday 4th of November
8:00 – 9:00
Soft Opening
Venue: MTC Auditorium
9:00 – 9:30 Workshops (Parallel sessions)
Using Custom GPTs to Quickly Create Revision Materials
Zachary Stalnaker & Bryan Sheehan, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Implementing Project-based Learning: From theory to practice
Dr Zakiya Al Nadabi, SQU, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
Beyond Language: Embedding future skills in university English language education
Zainab Al Balushi, SQU, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
The Value of Museum Learning Experiences in Higher Education
Jessica Williams, J. Daina, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R6
9:45 – 10:15 Workshops (Parallel sessions)
A Speaking Practice App for Learner Self-access on their Mobiles
John McKee, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Teaching English through Data: Visual literacy and scientific charts in the EAP classroom
Eleanor O' Carroll, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
Supporting the Whole Student: Bridging the gap between student behaviours and their goals
Elizabeth Ketchum, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
10:15 – 11:15 Breakfast (MTC Auditorium)
11:30 - 13:30
Official Opening Ceremony
Venue: MTC Auditorium
14:00 – 15:00 Lunch (Saham Building)
15:00 – 15:45 Plenary Session
The Future of English: A global perspective
Steve Copeland, London, UK
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall (Online)
16:00 – 16:45 Plenary Session
Re-thinking AI and Learning through Cognitive Load Theory and the Myth of Educational Revolutions
Prof. Irfan Ahmed Rind, University of Sohar, Sohar, Oman
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
Wednesday 5th November
8:00 – 8:20 Research Presentations (Parallel sessions)
Harnessing AI for Student Writing Feedback: A case study
Einas Al Maqbali, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Entrepreneurship Education as a Catalyst for Transformative Learning
Dr. Hashim Elbadri, ICEM, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
The Influence of Peers on Language Learning Mindset and Motivation: A case study
Said Al-Busaidi, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
8:25 – 8:45 Research Presentations (Parallel sessions)
The Role of AI in Enhancing English Language Teaching and Learning in HEIs in Oman
Hussain Al Rashdi, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Integrating Generative AI in University Speaking Classrooms: Student perceptions on benefits and challenges
Dr. Rahma Al Busafi, UTAS, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
AI-Powered Creativity: Smarter English learning through blended pedagogies
Nariman Al Tahwari, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
9:00 – 9:45 Plenary Session
The Importance of Teacher Learning
Peter Lucantoni, Cambridge, UK
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
10:00 – 10:45 Plenary Session
Implementing Active Learning in Higher Education Institutions
Prof. Ali Al Issa, SQU, Muscat, Oman
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
11:00 – 11:45 Plenary Session
Designing Institutional Teaching Principles through Inclusive Research
Dr. Deniz Kurtoglu Eken, Sabanci University, Turkey
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
11:45 – 12:00 Break
12:00 – 12:45 Plenary Session
Innovative Assessment Models in the Omani Context and Beyond
Prof. Hisham AlSaghbini, Cambridge, UK
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
13:00 – 13:45 Plenary Session
It's Not the Culture, It's the Context: Re-thinking prior knowledge in the language classroom
Dr. Sabina Ostrowska, Cambridge, UK
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
14:00 – 15:00 Lunch
15:00 – 15:20 Research Presentations (Parallel sessions)
MFP in Practice: Techniques for vocabulary instruction in the EFL classroom - A case study
Najah Al Siyabi, Kauther Almawali, Taif Al-Riyami, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
An Investigation into the Broad impact of AI Learning Tools in Advancing Student Success
Zainab Salim AL-Ajmi, MTC, Muscat, Mohamed Ali AL-Zaabi, Vocational College, Shinas, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
Localising English Language Education in the Gulf Region: Integrating digital pedagogies in General Foundation Programmes
Zahra Zohair Arab, UTAS, Ibri, Oman, Dr. Uzma Hasan from Ibn E Sina University, KSA, Maryam Zohair Arab, a student from Middle East College, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
15:25 – 15:45 Research Presentations (Parallel sessions)
Overcoming Speaking Anxiety in Omani EFL Learners: Teacher strategies and student perspectives
Amira Rashid Aljahwari, Alkhabourah Vocational College, Alkhabourah, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Revolutionising English Language Classrooms: The role of AI in enhancing productive language Skills
Sahar Khalifa Al Bulushi, Vocational College, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
GAS vs. PAS in Written Feedback: Discrepancies between pedagogical beliefs and classroom practices
Hafsa Karamat Meo, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
Venue: TB2 B1R3
16:15 – 17:00 Plenary Session
Snorkl - An AI Tool for Instant Feedback on Authentic Student Thinking
Jeff Plourd, Co-founder and CEO Snorkl, California, USA
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall (Online)
Thursday 6th November
8:00 – 8:45 Plenary Session
AI in English Language Teaching
Thomas Lloyd, British Council, Muscat, Oman
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
9:00 – 9:45 Plenary Session
Developing a Framework for AI Literacy
Dr. Said Al Amrani, University of Sohar, Sohar, Oman
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
10:00 – 10:45 Plenary Session
Student-centred Approaches for English Language Learning in a Multilingual, Digital Era
Prof. BH V N Lakshmi, SRKR, India
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
11:00 – 11:45 Plenary Session
Embedding Entrepreneurship into an Academic Curriculum
Dr. Sabah Al Balushi, SQU, Muscat, Oman
Venue: MTC Exhibition Hall
11:45 – 12:00 Break
12:00 – 12:20 Research Presentations (Parallel sessions)
The Effectiveness of Brainstorming Strategies on Essay Writing in EFL Classes.
Shaheena Jaleela, Sohar University, Faizal Hajamohideen, Kawkab Al-Balushi, UTAS, Sohar, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Exploring Omani EFL Students’ Reading Habits: The role of short stories in enhancing language skills and cultural awareness
Mohanad Al-Habsi, Royal Air Force of Oman, Buthaina Al Riyami, SQU, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
The Effectiveness of a video-based Learning Approach for Grade 8 Omani Students' Comprehensive Listening Skills
Walaa AL-'Isaee, MTC, Marwa Al Omairi, Mazon College, Ayoub Al Rashdi, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
12:25 – 12:45 Research Presentations (Parallel sessions)
Virtual Reality for Cognitive and Emotional Learning
Matthew Macdonald, Juhaina Mohamed, Farook Khan Ghori, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R7
Teaching Pragmatic Approaches in ESL using AI-based Contextual Simplification
Miysaa Alriyami, Buraimi University College, Buraimi, Oman
Venue: TB2 A1R4
Integrating Emerging Technologies in Education: Insights from global advancements and GCC trends
Vigil Jasmine Vijayan, MTC, Muscat, Oman
Venue: TB2 B1R3
14:00 – 15:00
Closing Ceremony
Venue: MTC Auditorium