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Dear Learners, I take immense pleasure in drawing you to the world of School of Foreign Languages at IGNOU. In an increasingly connected world, foreign language proficiency is more important than ever.

Learning another language opens up new opportunities and gives you perspectives that you might never have encountered otherwise. Personal, professional, social, and economic considerations all point to the advantages of learning foreign languages. Learning another language is one of the most enriching experiences in anybody’s education. Not only is it essential for the Information Age that we live in today, but being able to speak in other languages gives you the power to reach out and communicate with people from around the world.

The School of Foreign Languages (SOFL) has been established to give learners an understanding of different languages and cultures. Learning another language gives the learner the ability to step inside the mind and context of that other culture. Without the ability to communicate and understand a culture on its own terms, true access to that culture is barred.

A person competent in other languages can bridge the gap between cultures, contribute to international diplomacy, promote national security and world peace, and successfully engage in international trade. The SOFL has already launched many language programmes and will launch a myriad of foreign language programmes in the days ahead.

In this respect, we are confident that through the Open and Distance Learning methodologies, EduSat mediated dissemination of knowledge and online system of education delivery, the projected goal of quality education will be achieved.

IGNOU Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees are respected and recognised all over the world.

We have created Convergent System of studies, on- demand examination, walk-in-examination and anytime admission. Therefore, the idea of quality education anytime, anywhere will be a reality for learners from all sections of the society.

“No culture can live, if it attempts to be exclusive.” - Mohandas K. Gandhi, Indian nationalist and spiritual leader.

I wish you all success in your studies and pursuit of excellence.

Prof. V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai Vice Chancellor Indira Gandhi National Open University 2

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Dear Learners, Do you want to get a job? Do you want to go abroad? Do you want to do business with foreign countries? If your answer is yes, then you come to School of Foreign Languages (SOFL), Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). IGNOU is the only University that offers a Language programme, which is not just learner-friendly, but also easy to practice in day-to-day life. One of the specialties of foreign language courses in IGNOU is that a good student in any foreign language gets easy passport to go abroad for further carrier advancement. It is therefore very important for a future learner to decide where to study and which institution provides best learning facilities.

School of Foreign Languages, IGNOU, is a first-of-its-kind, which has taken the challenge to reach out to the learners rather than asking them to come to the four-walled classroom. This system is popularly known as Open and Distance Learning Mode (ODL). One of the unique features of ODL mode is that students from any part of India or even abroad can enroll for certain language courses in SOFL. This way we are bringing all the aspiring learners of the country into the field of learning foreign languages.

At present, SOFL offers a number of Language programmes. These are: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Persian, Russian and Spanish. Several programmes in other foreign languages will be introduced very soon. Various kinds of programmes that include face-toface and ODL mode are offered with different kind of degrees. These are: Certificate, Diploma, Graduation, Post-graduate Diploma, M.A. and Ph.D. If you don’t have time to come to the classroom on weekdays, certain language programmes can also be offered in weekends. The faculty members in our School are one of the best available in the country in their respective field of expertise. SOFL has also got the distinction to collaborate with other educational institutions not only within India, but outside the country as well. Talks have been going on to establish a branch of the School of Foreign Languages abroad.

In view of the above, all prospective learners of foreign languages must keep in mind two facts: job-oriented programme and learner-friendly terms and conditions before you decide to enroll with other institutions for learning foreign languages.

Prof. G. Chaudhuri Director School of Foreign Languages 3

Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) was established in 1985 by an Act of Parliament (50 of 1985); with the aim of democratising higher education and reaching out to learners belonging to diverse sections of our population, residing in remote, far-flung areas of the country.

On 19th November, 2009, IGNOU entered its 25th year; a significant milestone in its illustrious growth in becoming one of the world’s largest universities. The University has undergone rapid expansion and emerged as an international institution in the field of Open and Distance Learning (ODL). The University provides a multi-nodal learning system through print, audio, video, radio, television, tele-conferencing, interactive radio counselling, Internet-based learning, (online) face-to-face interactive sessions, ICTs, counselling and practicals.

The University follows a learner-centric approach, with openness and flexibility in terms of relaxed entry qualifications, and place of study.

The University offers over 486 programmes of study in different levels, ranging from Doctoral to Certificate in its niche with student enrollments of over 3 million. It operates through a strong network of 21 Schools of Studies, 12 Divisions, 14 Centres, 62 Regional Centers, over 3,000 Learner Support Centres, 67 Partner Institutions spread across 35 countries, over 400 teachers and academics, and more than 1,205 administrative staff. Additional help is also sought from about 6,000 experts from conventional universities and other organisations, and about 45,000 part-time academic counsellors.

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The School of Foreign Languages (SOFL) is one of the 21 Schools of Studies at IGNOU, established towards the end of 2007. The School of Foreign Languages at IGNOU teaches eight different languages ― Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Spanish, Persian, and Russian - delivering these innovative, flexible and cost-effective foreign language(s) programmes through Open & Distance Learning (ODL), via e-learning (Online) and the traditional classroom teaching (On-Campus) ensuring high standards of excellence.

These foreign language(s) programmes are offered at Certificate, Diploma and Post-graduate Diploma level to capacitate the learners professionally in today’s job market whereas the Post-graduate and Research programmes develop the critical thinking skills of the learners and their intellectual & analytical capacities.

By offering a world class, need-based education and training in Foreign Languages and Cultures, the School of Foreign Languages intends, on the one hand, to develop students’ communicative abilities in their chosen language(s), and on the other, to inculcate cultural understanding and inter-cultural communication in learners through the study of language, literature, civilisation, and cultures so that the learners are trained to enter the global society. The curriculum of these foreign language(s) programmes not only includes language and literature but also integrates cultural studies in its curriculum with the aim to provide not only competency in these languages but also knowledge of their rich cultures to broaden learners’ perception and appreciation of multilinguism and multiculturalism.

In view of the existing demand due to its multiple practical applications, the study of foreign languages is gaining lots of importance in the academic studies, and the demand is growing continuously.

The study of foreign languages provides a potential edge for future career development.

In the era of globalisation, where more and more businesses work closely with companies in other countries, the demand of specialised foreign language experts, who can communicate effectively in different foreign languages and understand other cultures, has grown tremendously. The expertise in foreign languages can be a valuable addition for all manner of professionals. It also offers programmes specific to the requirements of organisations like the Indian navy.

The School works in collaboration with institutions such as the Max Mueller Bhavan, Goethe-Institut, Université de Vienna, Iran Culture House, French Cultural Centre, University of Grenoble, France, Instituto Cervantes, etc. It also collaborates with other Schools of the University to develop manpower for a number of sectors, like foreign language requirements for scientists, agricultural experts and trade specialists.

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certificate in arabic language (cal) This programme aims at acquainting the beginners with essential rudiments of the Arabic Language, and gradually and systematically inculcates in them an ability to speak, write and read the language with a certain degree of accuracy and conďŹ dence. It is worth 16 credits, each credit amounting to 30 hours of total study time, comprising of the following two courses:

Course Code

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BAL 001 BAL 002

Basics of Arabic Communication Skills

Eligibility Medium Duration Fee

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Credits 8 8

Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 or 18 years of age.

English Min. 6 months, Max. 2 years * ` 1,200 plus ` 100 for registration $400 ( for International Students)

certificate in german language (cgl) The programme is offered in collaboration with the Goethe Institute Max Mueller Bhawan, New Delhi, a cultural institute of Germany. This programme aims at introducing the basics of the German Language and gradually develops the learners’ abilities to encourage a better cultural understanding of Germany. It is a bilingual (German, English) blended integrated radio & video programme with a substantial component of face-to-face counselling at designated centres. The programme has been launched in the state of Tamil Nadu & Kerala as of now. This programme comprises 14 credits, each credit amounting to 30 hours of total study time, comprising of the following three courses:

Course Code

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BGL 001 BGL 002 BGL 003

German Language Course – I German Language Course - II German Language Course - III

Eligibility Duration Fee

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Credits 4 4 6

Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 or its equivalent.

Min. 6 months, Max. 2 years * ` 1,800 plus ` 100 for registration

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certificate Programme in Japanese language (cJl) This programme aims to introduce the basic patterns of the Japanese language at the elementary level so as to develop the students’ competence in the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. It also initiates the learner into basic aspects of Japanese culture. The course material comprises of print material (SLMs), integrated with A/V CDs. The programme is available in Bangalore, Delhi, Kolkata, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Imphal and Hyderabad. The programme comprises of four courses, with each course worth four credits (total 16 credits) and each credit amounting to 30 hours of total study time:

Course Code

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BJL 001 BJL 002 BJL 003 BJL 004

Basic Japanese: 1 Basic Japanese: 2 Basic Japanese: 3 Basic Japanese: 4

Eligibility Medium Duration Fee

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Credits

Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 or its equivalent.

Japanese & English Min. 1 year, Max. 2 years * ` 4,800 plus ` 100 for registration

4 4 4 4

certificate in french language (cfl) The programme aims at introducing French to beginners and gradually building skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking, and developing inter-cultural competence of the learners. The Programme is based on the textbook Connexions, Methode de Français, Regine Merieux, Yues Loiseau. Dideir, 2001, based on the common European Framework of Reference for languages formulated by the Council of Europe for all European Languages. The book ‘Connexions’ is being supplemented with wrap up material by IGNOU in the form of user manual with study guide, added exercises, glossary and phonetics as additional material to help the learner. The significant feature is that material has been prepared for the learners in both French-Hindi for Hindi phones and French-English for Anglo phones. The learners thereby have the choice of taking either of the two mediums.

Eligibility Duration Fee

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Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 or its equivalent.

Min. 6 months, Max. 2 years * ` 4,800 plus ` 100 for registration

Course Code

Title

CFL 001 CFL 002 CFL 003 CFL 004

Talking about oneself Course - I Interaction Course - II Space Course - III Time Course - IV

Credits 3 3 3 3

Note: This programme is being offered in the following cities: Delhi, Lucknow, Agra, Kurukshetra, Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Jaipur, Sikar, Shimla, Gaya, Bhubaneswar, Shillong, Guwalior, Guwahati, Kolkata, Pune, Hyderabad.

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certificate Programme in Spanish language (cPSl) online

This fully online programme is being oered by IGNOU in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes, a public institution under the auspices of the Spanish Ministry. AVE (Spanish Virtual Classroom) is an internet-based educational infrastructure set up to teach Spanish. The students do not need any additional software in their computers to be able to access AVE. Once the student is enrolled, his/her username and password will be provided online by IGNOU. This programme is organised into three modules of four credits each, each credit amounting to 30 hours of total study time.

Eligibility Medium Duration Fee

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Adults who have successfully completed 10+2 or its equivalent.

Spanish & English Min. 6 months, Max. 2 years * ` 2,400 plus ` 100 for registration

Note : For further information, go to our website www.ignouonline.ac.in/cpsl

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certificate Programme in Persian language (cPl) face-to-face

In collaboration with Iran Culture House New Delhi, IGNOU has initiated a CertiďŹ cate Programme in Persian Language on pilot basis for a batch of 30 students. The programme is expected to provide a basic working knowledge of the Persian Language and Iranian Culture. Iran Culture House is collaborating with IGNOU to provide learning support along with the content software to the learners. This programme is expected to be extended to Hyderabad, Mumbai and Bangalore soon.

Eligibility Medium Duration Fee

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Adults who have successfully completed 10 years of study.

Persian & English Min. 6 months, Max. 2 years * ` 1,920 plus ` 100 for registration.

Note : This programme is subsequently being developed in ODL mode as well

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certificate in chinese language and culture (cclc) face-to-face

This introductory programme offered face-to-face (on-campus) has two parts: Chinese Language (Mandarin) and Chinese Culture. It gives students a basic foundation for their study of Standard Chinese mandarin. It provides essential grounding in the pronunciation and tonal structure of Chinese Language. The programme will help learners to recognise and write approximately 300 basic Chinese characters as well as recognise a further 500 Chinese sentences and phrases. On the other hand, students will not only learn the language, but acquire an overall understanding of Chinese political, social and economic aspects as well.

After successfully completing this programme, students will be able to participate in simple conversations in Chinese on topics relating to self, family, study and day-to-day conversation. The Chinese language methodologies are presented in a way that aims to develop students’ confidence and skills as a language learner in order to start on the long-term journey towards an understanding of Chinese language Culture and Society in general.

The programme is of 12 credits, comprising of the following two courses of six credits each:

Course Code

Title

OCL 001 OCL 002

Elementary Chinese Course-I Elementary Chinese Course-II

Eligibility : Qualification : Duration : Fee :

18 years of age and above.

10th Class 6 months * ` 5,500 plus ` 100 for registration

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Credits 6 6

Diploma in teaching german language (Dgl) The Diploma in Teaching of German as a Foreign Language is the ďŹ rst-of-its-kind through distance mode with an active practical component of classroom teaching. IGNOU has already initiated Teacher Training Programmes at various levels and programmes in Foreign Languages. This programme is aimed at meeting the need of professional German language teachers. This programme is being developed in collaboration with Goethe Institute Max Mueller Bhawan (MMB) and University of Vienna and aims to train teachers professionally enhancing higher language learning competencies.

Eligibility

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Duration Fee

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Graduate with B1 Level (As per common European Framework of Reference for Languages) Min. 1 year, Max. 3 years * ` 6,000 plus ` 100 for registration.

The programme is of 24 credits, comprising of the following four courses:

Course Code

Title

DTG 001 DTG 002 DTG 003 DTG 004

General Principles of Teaching Skill Development Classroom Teaching Lesson - Planning, Preparation + Evaluation

Credits 6 6 6 6

Note : This Programme is being oered in the following cities: Mumbai, Pune, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Delhi.

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Ph.D. in araBic Doctoral Programme in Arabic is aimed at developing a critical understanding of Arabic Language, Literature and Culture. Scholars are likely to contribute in the modern teaching methods for Arabic, contribution of Indians to Arabic world of knowledge and a deeper understanding of the Arab world with emphasis on Language, Literature and Culture.

Eligibility : An M. Phil. Degree and a Post-graduate Degree in Arabic with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PH candidates) or an equivalent grade from a university or a recognised institution of higher learning. A University/College teacher with ďŹ ve years of teaching experience is also eligible.

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reSearch anD teaching aSSiStant (rta) The School has appointed a Research and Teaching Assistant (RTA) in Arabic discipline. The scholar is pursuing full-time research programme in Arabic language. Apart from working on the Ph.D., the RTA contributes to the development of course and teaching activities of the school.

Ph.D. in french Ph.D. in French aims at specialisation in French & Francophone literatures and cultures. Special emphasis has been laid on studies of linguistic aspects and on evolving didactics for ODL mode of teaching foreign languages (French).

Eligibility : i.

M.A. in French. ii. M.A. in Humanities/Social Science. iii. Masters in any discipline with good knowledge of French.

Candidates with M. Phil. or relevant ďŹ ve years teaching/industry experience may be considered for admission into Ph.D. Such candidates may or may not have to do the prescribed coursework depending upon the recommendations of the Doctoral Committee. * Fee may be revised from time to time by the University.

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Certificate in Russian Language and Culture (ODL) Diploma in Arabic Language and Culture (ODL) Diploma in Chinese Language and Culture (Face-to-Face) Diploma in Spanish (Online/ODL) PG Diploma in Spanish–English/Hindi (& vice-versa) Translation and Interpretation PG Diploma in Teaching of Spanish as a Foreign Language Certificate in Persian Language and Culture (ODL) Certificate in Chinese Language and Culture ( Online) Diploma De L’enseignement du Francais Langue Entrangere (DEFLE) (ODL) B.Ed Programme (French)

SOFL conducted the First International Translation Workshop (31st August to 5th September, 2009) in collaboration with the School of Translation Studies and Training, IGNOU, and the French Embassy. Participants from all over India were trained in translating literary texts from French to Indian Languages (Hindi, Marathi, Bengali and Tamil). The Second International Translation Workshop – Special Focus on Lexicography was organised from 8th-13th March, 2010. This workshop trained participants to prepare lexicons/dictionaries between French and Indian Languages (Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Tamil, Santhali and Assamese). The Third International Workshop on Teaching of French through ODL Mode was organised from 14th16th February, 2011, in collaboration with the French Embassy in India. Participants from all over India were trained in the theoretical aspects of Teaching of French through ODL mode.

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Dr. G. Chaudhuri

Professor & Director

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Dr. Sushant Kumar Mishra

Reader (French)

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Mr. Vikash Kumar Singh

Assistant Professor (Spanish)

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Dr. Deepanwita Srivastava

Assistant Professor (French)

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Dr. Mohammad Saleem

Assistant Professor (Arabic)

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Mr. Shivaji Bhaskar

Assistant Professor (Russian)

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Ms. Amar T. (France)

Visiting Tutor (French)

Chinese Language & Chinese Politics in International Relations Linguistics & Comparative Studies, Semiotics Studies in language and literature in Indian and Western Traditions Teaching of Spanish as a Foreign Language, Translation & Interpretation FLE, Society & Culture in France, Didactics of FL in Distance Education.

Teaching and Learning Arabic as a Foreign Language Teaching of Russian as a Foreign Language, Culture & Civilisation of Russia. Translation and Interpretation.

FLE and Modern French Literature

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drgchaudhuri @ignou.ac.in

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vikashsingh @ignou.ac.in

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deepan @ignou.ac.in

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saleem@ ignou.ac.in

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shivajibhaskar @ignou.ac.in

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amartiphaine @gmail.com

011-29572769

Mr. Sarwarul Haque Consultant (Persian)

sarwarulhaque @ignou.ac.in

011-29572765

Mr. Tauquir Alam

tauquir.alam @ignou.ac.in

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Translating Persian documents/ manuscripts related to the 1857 revolt Research & Teaching Teaching Arabic Assistant (RTA) with Technology, (Arabic) Indo-Arab Culture

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Dr. G. Chaudhuri is Professor and Director of the School of Foreign Languages, IGNOU. He did his M.A. in Chinese Language and Literature from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, M.A. in Political Science from Calcutta University, Kolkata, M.Phil in China’s Foreign Policy from JNU and Ph.D. on China in the New PRoF G. ChauDhuRi International Economic and Political Order from The PROFESSOR (CHINA STUDIES) DIRECTOR, School of International Studies, JNU. Following this, he SCHOOL OF FOREIGN went to Beijing University, China, for higher studies LANGUAGES under UGC Scheme. He was also a visiting faculty at the Hong Kong University, H.K. He has authored a book on China’s Foreign Policy, a number of monographs on Buddhism from India to China, India – China Trade and also published a number of articles on various aspects of China in leading Newspapers and Journals.

Presently, Dr. Chaudhuri is teaching Chinese Mandarin and Political System of China at the IGNOU campus and is assisted by one Chinese national. He is also working on how effectively the Chinese mandarin programme can be offered in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) mode so that interested learners in any part of the country can take the benefit of learning Mandarin.

He, as the Director of SOFL, has also played a key role in structuring the vision of the School by introducing new courses in French, Spanish, Russian, Japanese and German languages making the same available in Open and Distance Learning (ODL), On-line and Face-to-Face modes. This is the unique feature of IGNOU which has not been ventured into by any other universities in India. Another objective of imparting various languages and cultures is to increase employability of students by connecting them with leading industries dealing with specific countries of interests.

Before joining IGNOU, Dr. Chaudhuri taught in a Management School in Gurgaon for four years.

Prior to this, he taught Chinese and did extensive research in Training College, Govt. of India, for more than 20 years.

Dr. Mishra specialises in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics (which includes the domain area of translation), Comparative Literature and Indian grammatical Traditions. With research experience in Semiotics, literary theories and comparative literature. Dr. S.K. Mishra has contributed in many national and international projects and has written several research papers published in accredited journals

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DR. SuShaNt KuMaR MiShRa READER (FRENCH)

Mr. Singh is Assistant Professor (Spanish) at the School of Foreign Languages, Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. He is responsible for the supervision of all the aspects of the Spanish language courses.

He completed B.A. (Hons) in 2003 and M.A. in 2005 in Hispanic Studies from JNU, and Post-graduMR. ViKaSh KuMaR SiNGh ate Official Doctoral Research Studies (M.Phil) in ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (SPANISH) Teaching of Spanish as a Foreign Language from the CFP del Instituto Cervantes, and UIMP, Spain in 2007.

During his pre-doctoral research studies, he was actively involved in the research-teaching practice at the EOI de Madrid & CFP, Instituto Cervantes, Spain. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. from JNU & working on his thesis related to acquisition of Spanish as a Foreign Language in multilingual & multicultural Indian classrooms.

Further, he was awarded Diploma in Spanish Language (Superior level) by UIMP, Spain in 2004; Certified Examiner of DELE in 2006 and Diploma of Spanish (Superior level) – official accreditation issued and recognised by the Ministry of Education & Culture of Spain in 2008.

He has also done Advanced Diploma of Proficiency in Portuguese from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.

After his return from Spain in 2007, he started teaching Spanish at the Centre for Spanish, Portuguese, Italian & Latin-American Studies, JNU, Embassy of Peru in India (under India-Peru Friendship Association), New Delhi, IIT-Delhi, Instituto Cervantes, New Delhi, YWCA, New Delhi as a visiting faculty first and later, as Assistant Professor at SOFL, IGNOU. Mr. Singh has presented research papers/workshops in several national & international seminars/conferences and has also published in several referred journals. He has been a recipient of several research fellowships, which sponsored him as a Visiting Research Scholar at several institutions and universities in Spain, among others, from the Provincial Autonomous Government of Castilla Y León, Spain (2008), Casa de la India, Valladolid, Spain (2008), Spanish Agency of International Cooperation for the Development (Spain) in 2005-2006 & 2004, MEA, Govt. of Mexico in 2005, Fundaçao Oriente, Portugal in 2005, and JRF, University Grants Commission in 2005.

He has also provided professional consultancy in the field of Spanish translation, consecutive & simultaneous interpretation to several private & public institutions.

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Dr. Deepanwita completed her B.A. (Hons)., M.A., and M.Phil from Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi followed by Ph.D. on Indo-French Tourism from Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi. For her doctoral work, she received fellowship from the Indian Council of Social Sciences Research (ICSSR), New Delhi in June 2008 to carry out field study in France.

She has vast experience in French language teaching DR. DEEPaNwita SRiVaStaVa ASSISTANT PROFESSOR to varied learner groups at Universities (Jamia Milia (FRENCH) Islamia, University of Delhi) and Business schools specialising in International Trade -- (Indian Institute of Foreign Trade -IIFT, New Delhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, Fortune Institute of International Business ) New Delhi. Her current research areas focus mainly on innovation in Distance Language Learning/Teaching in the Indian Context. Earlier publications and conference/seminar presentations have focussed on various aspects on the language situation in India as also impact and role of French language in the contemporary Indian tourism industry.

Areas of Interest: Didactics of French as a Foreign Language, Use of mother tongue and FLE Language Teaching/Learning in Open and Distance Mode Curriculum Planning, Development and Delivery in ODL Culture and Leisure in France Indo-French Tourism

Dr. Saleem is an Assistant Professor of Arabic at the School of Foreign Languages. His area of specialisation is teaching and learning Arabic as a foreign language. He writes in Arabic Urdu and English and has published more than 30 articles in all the three languages in various reputed magazines and newspapers. He is the first to advocate new methods and techniques for teaching Arabic as a foreign language in his research work for M.Phil titled ‘Methods of Arabic Language Study in Indian Madrasas between Teaching and Achievement’ and Ph.D. titled ‘Teaching and Learning Arabic as a Foreign Language in India, Problems and Prospects with 20 Model Lessons.’

His other areas of interest are culture and literature of Pre-Islamic Period. He also takes keen interest in Arabic, Urdu and Persian Poetry Currently, Dr. Saleem has designed along with several young Arabic experts, a very simple, innovative and learner friendly study material for the learners at IGNOU. The material is increasingly becoming popular both is India and Arab countries. He is also looking after Persian programmes in IGNOU. DR. MohaMMaD SalEEM ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (ARABIC) 20

Sh. ShiVaji BhaSKaR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR (RUSSIAN)

Mr. Shivaji Bhaskar is Assistant Professor in School of Foreign Languages, IGNOU. He did his M.A. from Centre of Russian Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University and M.Phil from the School of International studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University. Prior to joining IGNOU, Mr. Shivji Bhaskar worked in the capacity of interpreter for various organizations of high repute like National Institute of Rural Development, coffee Board of India and others to name a few. Presently Mr. Shivaji Bhaskar is coordinating the development of the Russian Language and culture Programme. His area of specialization is Area Studies, Teaching of Russian as Foreign Language, Culture and Civilization of Russia, Translation of Scientific and Social Science material and Interpretation.

Mr.Sarwarul Haque is a full-time consultant for Persian discipline in the School of Foreign Languages, IGNOU. He did his graduation and post-graduation from Centre of Persian and Central Asian Studies, Jawaharlal Nehru University. His M.Phil. and Ph.D. research work is based on Mutiny Journalism from JNU itself. He is examining the Persian documents of 1857 for the last five years in various archives across India for his Ph.D. thesis entitled “India’s first war of Independence as reflected in Persian Sources”. These sources include Persian newspapers, Royal orders (Farmans), FIRs, correspondence between the king, commanders and the Mutineers about military, administrative and political accomplishments. Besides the academic and research commitments, he is also associated as an interpreter with Whistling Woods International, Mumbai (film and media institute), run by Subhash Ghai and Mukta Arts.

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MR. tauQuiR alaM, RESEARCH & TEACHING ASSISTANT (ARABIC)

He has been a Research and Teaching Assistant of Arabic Studies at the School Of Foreign Languages since 2008. He has completed his Graduation, Masters along with M.Phil from Jawaharlal Nehru University. The overall theme of his M.Phil research has been the Indo-Saudi Cultural Relations since 1950’s. His primary area of research at IGNOU includes the application of modern techniques to the development of Arabic language which he plans to pursue for his PhD Thesis as well. While focusing primarily on the Arabic language, he has worked extensively on the various nuances and approaches to the Arabic language.

His special areas of interest include the Arab history, literature, and culture. He has a keen curiosity to study the cultural and political dynamics of West Asian countries, an interest which he developed when he did a course on the Politics of West Asia during his Masters in JNU and plans to further his interest in these areas. As a RTA in IGNOU he has contributed extensively towards the launching of Arabic Language programme which would provide a basic and communicative knowledge of Arabic language to the student community in the simplest of forms. He has also been the Assistant Editor for the above said CertiďŹ cate Programme in Arabic Language and has made his academic contribution by writing Units in the Communication Skills Block of the same Programme in the SOFL. He has participated in many national and international Seminars in both JNU and IGNOU. He has also contributed in writing articles for career magazines.

Ms. Tiphaine Amar specialises in Teaching of French as foreign language and is currently involved in development of various teaching programme for Teachers of French.

She pursued higher education in the domain areas of modern French Literature and FLE from, Avignon, Montpellier Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Grenoble.

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