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Devika Panikar

Devika Panikar
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δάσκαλος (dáskalos) means the teacher in Greek. Devika Panikar has been teaching English Language and Literature since 2006. She is an Assistant Professor with the Directorate of Collegiate Education under the Government of Kerala and now works at the Government College Kasaragod. This website is a collection of lecture notes she prepared by referring to various sources for her students’ perusal.

Teaching Language Skills

Effective communication requires mastering broad language abilities (macro skills) and detailed language mechanics (micro skills). Macro skills ensure learners can use the language for meaningful comm...

Methods in ELT

Methods in English Language Teaching (ELT) are systematic procedures or plans for presenting material for instruction. A method is a way of teaching with prescribed objectives and guidelines, and the ...

Terms in ELT

Understanding the key terms and concepts in ELT is essential for educators, students, and policymakers involved in English language education. Each term represents a critical aspect of the teaching an...

ELT in India

English language teaching (ELT) in India has a long and complex history, deeply intertwined with the country's colonial past and its current aspirations as a global economic power. Today, English is w...

Meter in Poetry

Meter refers to the structured rhythm of a poem, determined by the pattern of stressed (ˈ) and unstressed (˘) syllables. It forms the backbone of many forms of poetry, contributing to its musical qual...

Masque

A masque is a form of festive courtly entertainment that flourished in the 16th and early 17th centuries, particularly in England. Masques combined poetry, music, dance, elaborate costumes, and stage ...

Mock-epic

A mock-epic, also known as a mock-heroic, is a form of satire that uses the elevated style and conventions of classical epic poetry to depict trivial or mundane subjects humorously. By juxtaposing gra...

Absurdist Drama

Absurdist drama, also known as the Theatre of the Absurd, is a post-World War II theatrical movement that reflects the existential philosophy of the absurd, highlighting the sense of disorientation an...

An Ode

An ode is a form of lyrical poetry that is expressive and elevated in tone. It often addresses a particular subject with admiration, reverence, or deep emotion. Odes are traditionally structured and f...

Epic Theatre

Epic theatre, also known as epic drama, is a theatrical genre that emphasises narrative, grand scale, and a combination of theatrical elements to create an immersive and thought-provoking experience. ...
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