Department of English and Humanities (ENH): Recent submissions
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Analysis ESL teachers' motivational strategies in virtual classrooms: a study in Bangladeshi EFL context
(Brac University, 2021-06)Motivation is one of the most critical factors that determine success in foreign language/second language learning. Because of its importance, L2 motivation is considered a great area of interest for researchers and ... -
Exploring the world of print media at The Daily Star
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Films & TV series influence in foreign language learning to Bangladeshi learners: a mixed method research
(Brac University, 2024-05)Language expertise and comprehension is very much consequential for potential learners. As world is upgraded day by day, knowing more than two languages is considered a great skill and also appreciated in every sector. ... -
Alternative assessment to reduce negative backwash effect: exploring the aspects hindering the successful implementation of alternative assessments
(Brac University, 2024-05)Alternative Assessment (AA) is highly regarded worldwide because of its significance in developing the necessary skills of the learners along with making teaching and learning more authentic. Recently, in Bangladesh, AA ... -
Contemporary English poetry: a subcontinental discourse
(Brac University, 2022-09)This study starts by briefly introducing the colonial past of Bangladesh and then gives the personal experience of the author that is influenced by colonization. The paper then tries to investigate the causes behind the ... -
Human, nature and balance: a comparative analysis of eco-critical parallels in Gun Island by Amitav Ghosh and Island by Aldous Huxley
(20303031, 2024-05)The aim of this thesis is to examine and compare the literary theory of ecocriticism between the two novels Gun Island by Amitav Ghosh and Island by Aldous Huxley. It explores the intricate relationship between human life ... -
Comparative analysis: nationalism and resistance in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart and Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s Anandamath.
(Brac University, 2024-05)By delving into the literary representations of Chinua Achebe's Things Fall Apart and Bankim Chandra Chatterjee's Anandamath, this paper aims to examine nationalism and resistance within the colonial context of Africa and ... -
An exploratory study on Bangladesh student’s factors and challenges of studying abroad
(Brac University, 2024-04)This study explores the challenges of Bangladeshi students while studying abroad. It also focuses on the reasons to choose abroad for higher studies and how Bangladeshi students overcome their challenges. Besides, the ... -
Trauma, memory, and cultural healing: ecofeminist parallels in Toni Morrison’s Beloved and Saratchandra Chattopadhya’s Srikanta
(Brac University, 2024-05)This paper delves into the poignant intersection of trauma, memory, and cultural healing through an ecofeminist lens, comparing Toni Morrison's 'Beloved' and Saratchandra Chattopadhyay's 'Srikanta.' Specifically, it is a ... -
Internship as a news editor at Somoy TV
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Exploring English language education: challenges, perceptions, and aspirations in Qawmi girls' madrasas - a case study
(Brac University, 2024-01)The religious and cultural dynamics of Bangladesh are significantly influenced by madrasa education. More than 1.7 million pupils are being taught at Qawmi Madrasa, with 339,496 of them being girls, or 24.28 percent of the ... -
Internship as sub-editor at The Daily Star
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Cultural barriers and intercultural competence of international students at a private university in Bangladesh: a qualitative study
(Brac University, 2024-05)The aim of the study is to explore Cultural Barriers and Intercultural Competence of International Students at a Private University; especially, in an ESOL context such as Bangladesh where the country is predominantly ... -
Exploring post-pandemic reading habit changes among secondary level students of Bangladesh: challenges and opportunities
(Brac University, 2024-05)The use of Technology for educational purposes is one of the latest steps towards development for the Bangladeshi academic context since the COVID-19 pandemic. Among many changes in the education system, it is noticeable ... -
Methodologies to ensure inclusive education for the students with special needs
(Brac University, 2024-06)This study discusses inclusive education which provides an equitable educational framework for all despite their different background, cultures, languages, learning capabilities, and on and on. Initially, it provides an ... -
The motivation in learning English of adolescent students
(Brac University, 2024-05)This research aims to find out the ways the adolescent students of SEMC became motivated to learn English. The data is collected by taking semi-structured interviews of 12 adolescent students of that institution. Moreover, ... -
Unheard voices of black men: analyzing black men‘s issue of intersectionality and microaggression in The Son of Mr. Suleman, The Good House, and Riot Baby
(Brac University, 2024-05)The objective of the thesis is to expand the understanding of the theory of intersectionality and microaggression by addressing the issues of intersectionality and microaggression concerning African American men, Mr. Pi, ... -
Nonconformity emerging through literature: a comparative analysis of A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man and The Bell Jar
(Brac University, 2024-06)In literature, modernism is mostly associated with themes such as disillusionment, exile, individuality, loss of religion, secularism, political and social critique, rejecting and questioning tradition, and so forth. People ... -
The narratives of racism, trauma, slavery and resilience: a comparative analysis of Toni Morrison’s The Bluest Eye and Beloved
(Brac University, 2024-06)The Bluest Eye and Beloved are Toni Morrison’s two seminal works which portrayed the intergenerational racism, trauma, slavery and the longing for self-worth within the African American community. A comparative analysis ... -
The implementation of technology in teaching English to Rohingya refugees: a perspective of the teachers in Bangladesh
(Brac University, 2024-05)This research explores the potential use of implementing technology inside the refugee camps of Bangladesh. This research aims to examine both the benefits of using technology and the challenges that come with using it. ...
