Aditi Das
Ph.D., The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad English Language EducationAditi Das
Ph.D., The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad English Language EducationMy primary research interest lies in understanding the cognitive processes underlying learning and how these processes interact with instructional design to influence learning outcomes. I seek to investigate how learners perceive, process, retain, and apply knowledge in diverse educational contexts, with the aim of generating evidence that informs effective teaching and learning practices. Drawing on classroom-based research, learning analytics, and psychological measures, I aim to identify the cognitive, affective, and contextual factors that facilitate or hinder learning. These may include attention, cognitive load, metacognition, motivation, self-regulation, prior knowledge, task characteristics, and classroom interactions.
A central goal of my research is to translate these insights into pedagogically meaningful outcomes. I am particularly interested in designing evidence-based curricula, instructional strategies, and learning materials that align with learners’ cognitive needs and developmental trajectories. Rather than adopting one-size-fits-all approaches, I advocate for context-sensitive educational designs that accommodate learner diversity and promote meaningful engagement.
Ultimately, my research aims to bridge the gap between cognitive theory and educational practice. By integrating findings from cognitive science, educational psychology, and classroom research, I aspire to contribute to the development of learner-centred curricula and innovative learning resources that enhance educational quality across disciplines.
Dr. Aditi is an Assistant Professor of English with expertise in English Language Teaching (ELT), curriculum design, and teacher education. She holds a Ph.D. in English Language Education from the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU), Hyderabad.
She has taught at Vellore Institute of Technology- Andhra Pradesh (VIT-AP) University, the Regional Institute of Education (RIE) Chandigarh, and Chanakya University, working with undergraduate, postgraduate, and in-service teacher learners. In addition to teaching, she has contributed to curriculum development, faculty development programmes, learner mentoring, and English language programme design, including consultancy in higher education.
She has presented research papers at several national and international conferences, including international conferences on Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in Barcelona and Kyoto. Her research interests include cognitive processes in learning, instructional design, curriculum innovation, and the development of evidence-based learning materials. She is committed to bridging research and classroom practice to create engaging, learner-centred educational experiences and contextually relevant curricula.
- Ph.D., Topic: ‘Investigating the Effect of Time Planning Conditions and Task Types on the Written Performance of ESL Learners: An Exploratory Study.'(2018) The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad English Language Education
- M.A., English (TESL) (2013) The English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad
- B.A., Communicative English, Optional English & Psychology (2011), Jyoti Nivas College, Bengaluru
- Srinivas, R., & Das, A. (2022). Task-readiness framework: Schematic familiarity and written performance. Lokaratna – e-Journal of Folklore Foundation, 15(2), 156–171.
- Member, Task-Based Language Teaching SIG, Japan
- Member, International Association of Task-Based Language Teaching