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Language Proficiency and Skills
Dr. Shafqat Zaidi
Program In-Charge,
Riphah International University Lahore
Dr. Shafqat Zaidi advances ESL syntax instruction, enhancing grammatical proficiency through cleft constructions research.
Detailed Bio
Dr. Shafqat Zaidi, Program In-Charge for Postgraduate Studies at Riphah International University Lahore, Pakistan, has taught English since 1997. Holding a Ph.D. in Applied Comparative Linguistics from Universiti Putra Malaysia, he specialises in syntax, discourse analysis, and second language acquisition. His research on cleft constructions informs ESL instruction, particularly for multilingual learners. Dr. Zaidi’s workshops and conference presentations have strengthened grammatical teaching practices, supporting educators in Pakistan and Malaysia in fostering linguistic precision among students.Impact Story:
In 2023, Dr. Shafqat Zaidi’s syntax workshops trained 120 Pakistani ESL teachers, supported by Riphah International University. Over four months, the programme improved students’ grammatical accuracy by 25%, according to classroom assessments. A teacher said, “Dr. Zaidi’s methods clarified complex syntax for my students.” His focus on inclusive practices has enhanced ESL teaching, aligning with his mission to support diverse learners through precise language instruction.Achievements:
- Published research on cleft constructions in ESL.
- Conducted workshops on grammaticality judgment tasks.
- Presented at international conferences in Malaysia and Pakistan.
- Led seminars on multilingualism in second language acquisition.
- Teaching English and linguistics since 1997.