Department of English Linguistics, IUB, prepares for ICAGLEC 2025 with compilation of abstracts

The Department of English Linguistics at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur has successfully compiled the 'ICAGLEC 2025 BOOK OF ABSTRACTS', setting the stage for its upcoming international conference titled: 'Aligning Global English with Local Cultures: the Dynamics of Culturally Responsive ELT Materials.'
The international conference, abbreviated as ICAGLEC 2025, addresses one of the most critical and timely issues in contemporary language pedagogy: the necessity of integrating cultural sensitivity into English Language Teaching (ELT) materials. The book serves as a foundational text, encapsulating the cutting-edge research and innovative ideas contributed by scholars and practitioners from both local and global academic communities.
The 'ICAGLEC 2025 BOOK OF ABSTRACTS' features a diverse range of research summaries and proposals that delve into the complex relationship between global linguistic norms and indigenous cultural contexts. Topics explored within the abstracts include the development of localized curriculum design, the evaluation of existing ELT resources for cultural responsiveness, and theoretical frameworks for decolonizing language education. The overwhelming response to the call for papers highlights the urgency of this theme. The conference aims to foster a dynamic dialogue on how educators can move beyond generic teaching practices to adopt materials that resonate deeply with students’ local identities and cultural understanding, thereby enhancing learning outcomes and promoting linguistic equity.
The Department of English Linguistics hopes ICAGLEC 2025 will serve as a seminal platform, producing actionable recommendations for policymakers, curriculum designers, and teachers.