Speakers
Language Proficiency and Skills
Associate Professor Dr. Mahendran Maniam
Associate Professor,
Sultan Idris Education University
Dr. Mahendran Maniam champions applied linguistics, mentoring ESL educators and shaping language policy through research.
Detailed Bio
Associate Professor Dr. Mahendran Maniam, based at Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia, is a respected figure in English Language Teaching (ELT). Holding a Ph.D. in TESL from the International Islamic University Malaysia, he specialises in applied linguistics and second language acquisition. His career spans teaching in government schools and serving as a visiting professor in India and Malaysia. Dr. Mahendran’s mentorship of over 50 postgraduate students and contributions to language policy have strengthened ELT frameworks, fostering skilled educators and advancing linguistic proficiency across Malaysia.Impact Story:
In 2021, Dr. Mahendran Maniam’s mentorship programme trained 80 novice ESL teachers across Malaysia, funded by Sultan Idris Education University. Over a year, the initiative improved teaching quality, with 70% of participants reporting enhanced classroom outcomes, per university surveys. A teacher noted, “Dr. Mahendran’s guidance made me a better educator.” His work has built a stronger ELT community, aligning with his goal to advance language education through mentorship.Achievements:
- Published picture books for young learners.
- Received teaching excellence awards.
- Supervised over 50 postgraduate students.
- Contributed to language policy committees in Malaysia.
- Member of Malaysian English Language Teaching Association (MELTA).