Faculty Profile

Md. Anisur Rahman
Md. Anisur Rahman
Associate Professor & Proctor
M.A. in English (Applied Linguistics and ELT), University of Dhaka


Profile Sections
General Information

Md. Anisur Rahman is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at Presidency University, Dhaka, with extensive experience in university teaching, academic leadership, curriculum development, quality assurance, student affairs, and scholarly research. He joined Presidency University as an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of English in October 2023 and has served as Associate Professor and Proctor since July 2025.

His academic and research interests centre on Applied Linguistics, English Language Teaching (ELT), English for Specific Purposes (ESP), blended and online learning, communicative language teaching, language assessment, educational technology, and the emerging role of Artificial Intelligence in English language education. His scholarly work engages with contemporary challenges in English language teaching and learning in Bangladesh, with particular attention to innovative pedagogies, digital transformation, and technology-mediated education.

Beyond teaching and research, he has contributed to university governance, academic administration, outcome-based education (OBE), institutional quality assurance, curriculum development, and professional development initiatives. He currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Presidency University Journal (PUJ), contributing to the advancement of research culture and scholarly publication at the university.

Education
  • M.A. in English (Applied Linguistics and ELT), University of Dhaka
  • B.A. (Hons) in English, University of Dhaka
  • HSC, Business Studies, Notre Dame College, Dhaka
  • SSC, Business Studies, Lalmonirhat Government High School, Rajshahi Board
  • Completed the 6th Teachers' Registration Examination
Experience
  • Associate Professor & Proctor, Presidency University, Dhaka (July 2025 – Present)
  • Associate Professor & Head, Department of English, Presidency University, Dhaka (October 2023 – December 2024)
  • Associate Professor & Head, Department of English, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, Dhaka (June 2023 – October 2023)
  • Associate Professor & Coordinator, Department of English, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, Dhaka (January 2023 – May 2023)
  • Assistant Professor & Coordinator, Department of English, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, Dhaka (April 2016 – December 2022)
  • Adjunct Faculty, Department of English, Prime University, Dhaka (February 2013 – May 2013)
  • Lecturer, Department of English, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, Dhaka (October 2012 – March 2016)
  • Lecturer, Department of English, Asian University of Bangladesh, Dhaka (January 2012 – September 2012)
Publications
  • “Students' English Writing: Errors and Mistakes.” Creative: The Research Journal of Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, September 2015, Vol. 1, Issue 1 (ISSN: 2413-3191).
  • “Current Online Education System in Bangladesh: An Empirical Study.” Journal of Economics and Development Studies, 2021, Vol. 10, Issue 1 (ISSN: 2304-4160).
  • “Blended Learning: A New Approach to English Language Learning in Bangladesh.” International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods (IJARESM), October 2022, Vol. 10, Issue 10 (ISSN: 2455-6211).
  • “Overview and Current Status of ESP in Bangladesh: A Case Study.” International Research Journal of Modernization in Engineering Technology and Science (IRJMETS), October 2022, Vol. 04, Issue 10 (e-ISSN: 2582-5208). DOI: 10.56726/IRJMETS30899.
  • “Fusion of Communicative Language Teaching and Grammar Translation Method: A New Dimension for ELT in Bangladesh.” Journal of Economics and Development Studies, 2021, Vol. 11, Issue 1 (ISSN: 2304-4160).
  • “Metaphysical Conceits: Lalon Shah and John Donne.” International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods (IJARESM), March 2023, Vol. 11, Issue 03 (ISSN: 2455-6211).
Research Interests

·  Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching (ELT)

·  English for Specific Purposes (ESP)

·  Language Teaching Methodology and Pedagogy

·  Communicative Language Teaching and Grammar Translation Method

·  Blended Learning and Online Education

·  Educational Technology and Digital Transformation in Education

·  Artificial Intelligence and the Future of English Language Teaching

·  Language Assessment and Evaluation

·  Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and Curriculum Development

·  Academic Quality Assurance and Higher Education in Bangladesh

Achievement, Awards & Grants

No awards listed.

Seminar & Conference

·  Editor-in-Chief, Presidency University Journal (PUJ).

·  Member, Academic Council, Presidency University.

·  Ex-member, Academic Council, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology.

·  Ex-member, Controller of Examinations, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology.

·  Ex-member, Program Self-Assessment Committee (PSAC), Department of English, under IQAC, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology.

·  Academic leadership and administrative responsibilities involving departmental management, curriculum development, student affairs, academic quality assurance, and institutional governance.

Training & Workshop

·  Paper presentation at the International Conference on Language, Literature and Cultural Studies, “Planet LangLit 2026,” Department of English, Green University of Bangladesh, January 15–16, 2026.

·  Seminar on “Smart Teaching Management in 4IR,” Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, August 19, 2023.

·  Training on “Qualities of a Successful Classroom Teacher,” IQAC, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, June 3, 2023.

·  Webinar on “Automation of Assessment and Evaluation,” IN4OBE Bangladesh under the supervision of UIU, February 5, 2022.

·  Webinar on “Quality and Accreditation or OBE, Which One?” IN4OBE Bangladesh under the supervision of UIU, January 8, 2022.

·  Workshop on “OBE Curriculum Development,” Strategic Planning & Quality Assurance Division, University Grants Commission of Bangladesh, November 17–18, 2021.

·  Workshop on “Outcome-based Curriculum,” IQAC, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, July 27, 2017.

·  Workshop on “Writing Skills and Paper Presentation: Linguistics and Literature—Points of Convergence,” Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology under the supervision of UGC, May 19, 2016.

·  Workshop on “Writing Skills: A Journey from Paragraph to Essay,” IQAC, Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology, 2016.

·  Training on News Presentation and Radio Jockeying, JOBA1.COM.

Others

·  Has held key academic leadership and administrative positions, including Head and Coordinator of the Department of English at Presidency University and Shanto-Mariam University of Creative Technology.

·  Currently serves as Proctor of Presidency University, contributing to student affairs, campus discipline, safety, welfare, and institutional coordination.

·  Serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Presidency University Journal (PUJ), contributing to scholarly publication, peer-review management, and institutional research development.

·  Has contributed to academic governance, curriculum development, OBE implementation, quality assurance, PSAC activities, assessment, and higher education initiatives.

·  His professional contribution integrates Applied Linguistics and ELT with ESP, blended learning, educational technology, language assessment, digital transformation, and Artificial Intelligence in education.

Digital and Computer Literacy

·  Microsoft Windows operating system

·  Microsoft Office applications

·  Adobe Photoshop

·  Adobe Illustrator