Videos

Digital literacy and post truth challenges in the rural academic ecosystem of Tamil Nadu

Based on an empirical study of rural higher education institutions in Tamil Nadu, this video investigates how students and educators navigate digital technologies, misinformation and evolving knowledge ecosystems. By examining patterns of technology use, fact-checking behaviours and perceptions of truth in academic settings, the presentation offers practical insights into building digitally resilient and critically informed learning communities. 

Literary Theory in Focus: The Death of the Author

This video unpacks Roland Barthes' revolutionary critique of authorial authority and examines how meaning emerges through language, text, and reader engagement. Designed for students and scholars of literature, the lecture provides key insights into a foundational text of poststructuralist thought. 

Structure, Sign and Play in the Discourse of the Human Sciences

Explores Jacques Derrida's landmark critique of structuralism and the emergence of poststructuralist thought. This lecture examines key concepts such as decentering, play and the instability of meaning, offering students an accessible introduction to one of the most influential essays in contemporary literary theory.

Disability Studies: Reading Difference, Identity, and Inclusion

Examines Disability Studies as a transformative critical framework that challenges conventional representations of the body, ability, and normalcy. By engaging with contemporary theories and literary texts, the session highlights how disability narratives contribute to broader discussions on identity, social justice, representation, and human experience in the twenty-first century.

Digital Literary Cultures | JOSLEX International Forum

This snippet invitation explains the emergence of digital literary cultures and their impact on reading practices, authorship, audience engagement and cultural production. Presented as invitation for an international student-led virtual forum, reflected on how literature continues to adapt and thrive within rapidly evolving digital ecosystems.

Trauma Studies | Literature, Memory, and Human Experience

This lecture explores the theoretical foundations and contemporary relevance of Trauma Studies within literary and cultural analysis. Through accessible discussion and academic insights, the session examines how narratives of trauma, memory, identity, and recovery shape our understanding of literature and human experience.

Cybernetic Literature | Literature Beyond the Human

This lecture examines how artificial intelligence, cybernetics, and digital technologies are redefining literary production and interpretation. By exploring AI-generated narratives, machine creativity, and posthuman perspectives, the session invites audiences to rethink the future of storytelling in the digital age.

Speculative Fiction | Exploring the Boundaries of Imagination

An introductory exploration of speculative fiction as a dynamic literary genre that reimagines reality through futuristic, fantastical, and alternative narratives. This lecture examines its key characteristics, thematic concerns, and relevance in understanding contemporary cultural and technological transformations.

Young Adult Fiction | Narratives of Identity and Transition

This lecture examines Young Adult Fiction as a literary space where questions of identity, adolescence, agency, and social change converge. Drawing attention to the genre's cultural and pedagogical significance, the discussion offers an accessible introduction to one of the most influential literary categories shaping contemporary readership and scholarship.

Graphic Literature | Visual Narratives and Literary Innovation

This academic video examines the emergence of graphic literature as a powerful medium of storytelling that transcends traditional textual boundaries. Through an exploration of visual narratives, multimodal expression, and contemporary literary practices, the session highlights how graphic texts are transforming the ways stories are created, interpreted, and taught in the twenty-first century.

Tribal Literature | Indian Knowledge System (IKS)

This lecture explores how tribal narratives preserve indigenous knowledge, cultural memory, and ecological wisdom within the broader framework of the Indian Knowledge System. By examining oral traditions, community-centred worldviews, and literary expressions, the session highlights the enduring relevance of tribal knowledge in contemporary academic, cultural, and societal conversations.

Digital Literacy | ENGZINE Podcast Series

In this episode, I discuss the evolving concept of digital literacy and its importance for students, educators, and lifelong learners. The conversation addresses digital skills, information evaluation, online communication, responsible technology use, and the challenges of navigating today's information-rich environment. The video emphasizes the need for critical thinking and digital awareness as essential twenty-first-century competencies.