Based on the theme “Language in Practice: Making a Difference” this seminar would provide an avenue for the discussion and deliberation of pertinent issues related to language use, practice and research in various language for specific purposes contexts.
The keynote address will be delivered by Prof. Barry O’Sullivan of the British Council, London while Prof. Zuraidah Mohd. Don of UTM will give a plenary talk on “Implementing the CEFR-aligned Policy in the Classroom”. The CEO of Asia to Japan, Mr. Masato Sanpei will also give a talk from the perspective of the industry. There will be other plenary speakers too from the Asian region who have been invited.