The 16th International Research Conference at the Kothalawala Defence University, hosted by the Language Department, brought together scholars and educators for a day of insightful discussions and presentations. The conference featured two impactful Technical Sessions dedicated to TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).
The first session, expertly chaired by Dr. Darshana Samaraweera, Deputy Director General of the National Institute of Education, Sri Lanka, commenced with an introduction of the chair, setting the tone for a day of knowledge sharing. This was followed by preliminary remarks from Dr. Samaraweera, highlighting the significance of the event.