The Department of English and Foreign Languages, SRMIST, Kattankulathur, successfully conducted the Project-Based Learning (PBL) Presentations on 19 March 2025 at the Russian Studies Centre & Seminar Hall, UB 1116. First-year B.Tech students showcased their projects in Communicative English and six foreign languages—German, French, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean. The event emphasized linguistic proficiency, creativity, and real-world application, integrating the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Objectives:
- Provide a platform for students to present language projects.
- Enhance experiential learning through real-world applications.
- Foster collaboration, problem-solving, and industry-relevant skills.
Key Takeaways:
- Improved communication, critical thinking, and public speaking skills.
- Strengthened faculty-student collaboration in innovative learning.
All participants later received certificates of appreciation. With enthusiastic participation and positive feedback, the department looks forward to future initiatives promoting experiential learning in language education
Event Highlights
- Opening Remarks: Dr. L. Kavitha Nair highlighted the significance of PBL in skill
- development.
- Student Presentations: Engaging sessions featuring storytelling, role-play, and multimedia.
- Panellists and Faculty Discussions: Insights on language learning, technology, and collaboration.
- Recognition: Outstanding presentations were acknowledged, and all participants were recognized for their efforts.