Dr. Abeywickrama commenced his university teaching career as a Lecturer in English in the Department of Languages at the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (SUSL) in 2004. Over the years, he progressed within the department, eventually serving as the Head of the Department of English Language Teaching (DELT) and the Department of Languages (DOL). His leadership roles expanded beyond academic teaching to administrative positions. Hence, he was appointed as the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages at SUSL in 2023, indicating recognition of his capabilities and contributions within the university. Dr. Abeywickrama's research interests encompass several areas within Applied Linguistics and ELT. These include Issues & Developments in Methodology, Testing & Evaluation, Curriculum & Material Design, and Research Methods in ELT. He has a strong publication record, with extensive contributions to both local and international refereed journals. This indicates his commitment to advancing scholarly knowledge within his areas of expertise. Dr. Abeywickrama has held numerous academic and administrative positions at SUSL, indicating a multifaceted contribution to the university's academic and organizational development. His involvement at both national and international levels further underscores his impact and influence within the field of ELT. His doctoral work at Deakin University in Australia focused on professional development (PD) for university-level ESL teachers. This research has provided valuable insights into the importance and implications of PD for educators across various levels of the education system. Overall, Dr. Rohan Abeywickrama emerges as a distinguished academic and administrator with a wealth of experience, a strong research profile, and a commitment to advancing the field of English language teaching, particularly in the areas of methodology, assessment, curriculum development, and professional development.

Applied Linguistics, Issues & Developments in Methodology, Testing & Evaluation, Curriculum & Material Design, Research Methods in ELT, Use of Literature in ELT, Teacher Professional Development, Modern English Literature

I am deeply interested in these fields as they collectively address the core dimensions of language education and its impact on learners. My passion for Applied Linguistics and Research Methods in ELT stems from a desire to bridge theory and classroom practice through evidence-based insights. Areas such as Curriculum & Material Design, Testing & Evaluation, and Methodology allow me to contribute meaningfully to effective and context-sensitive language teaching. I am also drawn to the Use of Literature in ELT and Modern English Literature for their potential to enrich linguistic and cultural understanding. Moreover, I see Teacher Professional Development as essential for sustaining quality education and empowering educators in evolving educational landscapes.

Abeywickrama, R. (2024). A Pathway to Productive Teacher Professional Development. Colombo: S. Godage & Brothers Pvt Ltd.

Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H (2019). Teacher engagement and professional development initiatives: A case study of university ESL teachers in Sri Lanka. Doctoral Thesis, Deakin University, Australia. http://dro.deakin.edu.au/eserv

Henskens, A., & Abeywickrama, R. (2016). 22250 VIC Certificate I in EAL: Access. Epping: Victoria, Melbourne Polytechnic.

     PROJECT CONSULTANCIES

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• Consultant for the Project, English, Tamil, & ICT for Unprivileged Learners in the Ehaliyagoda Divisional Secretariat conducted in consultation with the DELT, SUSL, and Rathnapura Divisional Secretariat, Sri Lanka, 2014
• Coordinator for the project, Teacher Training for Primary & Secondary School English Education in the Rathnapura District- 2010 & 2011, funded by the decentralized capital budget programme

• National Educational Awards 2024, honored with the Silver Award in recognition of excellence in teaching, scholarly work, and national contribution in the discipline of Language and Literature
• Post-PhD Publication Award 2020, awarded by the Faculty of Arts and Education, Higher Degree by Research, Deakin University, Australia
• Awarded a PhD studies grant at Deakin University, Australia, by the National Centre for Advanced Studies (NCAS) for three years, starting from 2016

     POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION &EVALUATIONS 

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       COMPLETED SUPERVISION 

• Senarathne S.S. (2025). Factors Affecting Intention and Willingness to Learn English: A Study Based on Undergraduates of the University of Peradeniya: A Perspective of Theory of Planned Behavior. MA in TESL Dissertation, Postgraduate Institute of English, Open University of Sri Lanka.
• Geeganage, G. A. (2025). The Impact of Social Media as a Scaffolding in English Language Acquisition: A Case in Non-commissioned Officers in the Sri Lanka Armed Forces. MA in English & Education Dissertation, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

         ONGOING SUPERVISION 

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• Atapattu, D.D. (2025). The Impact of Online Teaching on ESL Teachers’ Professional Identity. MA in TESL Dissertation, Postgraduate Institute of English, Open University of Sri Lanka.
• KomanGodage, T. K. (2021). A Study on the Effectiveness of Online Teaching for Long-Term Memory Retention in Students in the Private Sector in Sri Lanka. Doctor of Philosophy in Education, Centre for Post-Graduate Studies, Lincoln University, Malaysia.
• Munasinghe, J.C. (2021). English Curriculum for the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Sector in Sri Lanka for Better Employment Prospects. Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Faculty of Graduate Studies, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka.

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         EVALUATIONS

• Perera, K. A. C. S. (2021). An Exploration of Translanguaging in Sri Lankan Bilingual Education Secondary Classrooms during ESL Cooperative Group Activities: Forms, functions and learner perceptions. MA in TESL Dissertation, Postgraduate Institute of English, Open University of Sri Lanka.
• Athauda, A.A.G.T. (2024). Continuing Professional Development for Teachers of O/L English Literature in Sri Lankan Government Schools: Teacher Beliefs and Practices. MA in TESL Dissertation, Postgraduate Institute of English, Open University of Sri Lanka.
• Jayarathna, G. A. R. C. (2025). The Efficacy of Integrating Content into English for Academic Purposes in a Sri Lankan State University: An Action Research. MA in TESL Dissertation, Postgraduate Institute of English, Open University of Sri Lanka.

KERNOTE SPEECHES 

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• Empowering 21^st Century Teachers through Technology-Embedded Professional Development: Unlocking Opportunities for Educators and Learners at the 05^th China-Sri Lanka Communication and Cooperation Forum-2024 at the Huanggang Normal University, China.
• Teacher Quality as a Catalyst: Unpacking Agency, Professional Capital, and TPACK in 21st-Century Education at the International Conference on Modern Trends in English Language and Literature Teaching (MTELLT-2025) at the Yeshwant Mahavidyalaya Campus, Nanded, Maharashtra, India.

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GUEST SPEECHES 

• The Implication of Instructor Quality in Enriching Instructor Agency, Professional Capital, and TPACK in 21st-Century Education: Unlocking Opportunities for Army Officers at the Sri Lanka Military Academy, Diyatalawa (SLMA) - 2025
• Literature as a Catalyst to ESL Mastery: Unlocking Language through Narratives at the Cultural Studies Research Forum organized by Vallath Education Private Ltd, Kerala, India-2025
• Empowering 21^st Educators through Technology-Embedded Professional Development for the newly recruited academic staff members of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka-2024
• Sustainable Development, Advanced Technologies, and Literacy: Challenges and Opportunities for ESL Teachers and Learners at the 25^th National RESC Conference- 2023

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VISITING LECTURES 

• Visiting Lecturer for the MA/PGD in English and Education offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, SUSL from 2021 to date
• Resource Person for Master of Education & TESOL, Brittany University, France, Academic Year 2021- to date
• Senior Visiting Lecturer for Master of Education, Lincoln University College, Malaysia, Academic Year/s 2020 to date
• Visiting Resource Person at the Postgraduate Institute of English (PGIE), the Open University of Sri Lanka

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SHORT COURSES COMPLETED 

• Deakin University PhD Industry Engagement Program. The Faculties of Arts and Education and Business and Law conducted this in consultation with Ernst and Young, which is a global consulting firm employing over a quarter of a million people in 150 countries.
• Intensive English Course, EAC Hastings Language School, Cambridge Garden, UK

         REFEREED JOURNAL ARTICLES

• Abeywickrama, R. (2025). The Impact of Parental Involvement on Students' Academic Performance: A Case Study of Secondary Schools in Sri Lanka. Vivid: Journal of Language and Literature, (In Print)
• Geeganage, A., & Abeywickrama, R. (2024). The Impact of Social Media as a Scaffolding in English Language Acquisition: A Case Study in Non-commissioned Officers in the Sri Lanka Army. American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (AJHSSR), 8(12), 126-139.
• Senarathne, S. S., & Abeywickrama, R. (2024). Intention to Attend ESL Classes among University Undergraduates in Sri Lanka: A Perspective from the Theory of Planned Behavior. American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research (AJHSSR), 8(6), 215-227.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2024). Enhancement of Early Childhood Education (ECE) through Professional Development: Sri Lankan ECE Teachers’ Perceptions. Vivid: Journal of Language and Literature, 13(1), 7-21, http://dx.doi.org/10.25077/vj.13.1.7-21.2024
• Abeywickrama, R. (2023). Code-switching in Bilingual Classrooms in Sri Lanka: Differing Perceptions of Teachers and Students. Vivid: Journal of Language and Literature, 12 (2), 135-146. http://dx.doi.org/10.25077/vj.12.2.135-146.2023
• Abeywickrama, R., & Thasneen, M.M.A. (2022). Online Examinations in the State Universities of Sri Lanka: Perceptions of Examiners and Students. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (SLJSSH), 2 (2), 49-57. http://doi.org/10.4038/sljssh.v2i2.73
• Abeywickrama, R., & Dissanayake, T. (2022). The Validity and Reliability of Online Examinations in the State Universities of Sri Lanka: An Empirical Study. Andalas International Journal of Socio-Humanities, 4(1), 25–36. https://doi.org/10.25077/aijosh.v4i1.31
• Liyanage, I., Abeywickrama, R., & Abyesena, H. (2022). Professional Learning and Development for Higher Educators in the Global South: Where to in Pandemic Times and Beyond? Sri Lanka Journal of Education, 1(1), 1-14.
• Pabodha, G. P. H., & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Language Alienation of Sri Lankan Students Studying Overseas: An Empirical Study. Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 19 (1), 48-59.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Professional Development and ESL Teacher Quality: An Empirical Study. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (SLJSSH), 1 (2), 51-58.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Perceptions, Engagement and Productivity of Teacher Professional Development (PD). Journal of Faculty of Humanities, 27, 93-117.
• Samarakoon, H.H.S.U., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2021). ESL Teacher-Trainees Reading and Writing Competence: An Empirical Study. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 8(1), 297-305.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2020). Professional Development and ESL Teachers’ Career Enhancement. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 4(9), 495-503.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2020). ESL Teachers’ Perceptions and Design and Delivery of Professional Development. American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research, 4(8), 426-434.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H., & Ariyaratne, W.M. (2020). Professional Development (PD) for ESL Teachers’ Knowledge Orientation: An Empirical Study. American Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences Research, 4(5), 107-119.
• Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2012). Are Learners of English as a Second Language Creative and Innovative? VISTAS Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 7(8), 112-125.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2011). Exploring the Language Practices at the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Scholastic International Research Journal of Language and Literature, 1(3), 1-13.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2010). An Analysis of Errors in Sinhala-speaking Undergraduates’ English Writing. Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 9(1), 97-114.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2008). Research on Attitudes of Students to the GCE General English Course with Special Emphasis on Schools of the Balangoda Educational Zone-Sri Lanka. Sabaragamuwa University Journal, 8(1), 19-31. https://doi: 10.4038/suslj. v8i1.1848
• Ariyaratne, W.M., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2008). A Comparative Study of Word Order in Sinhala and English at the Clause Level. Sabaragamuwa University Journal, Special Vol, 191-218.

          Links to  Research Profiles

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http://www.sab.ac.lk/staff-directory/206

https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Rohan_Abeywickrama/research

https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=JM9x7JUAAAAJ&hl=en

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0468-8186

https://sab.academia.edu/RohanAbeywickrama

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohan-abeywickrama-phd-ab57b212

• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2005). Sign of a Linguistic Change. SLELTA Quarterly, 18-20.

CONFERENCE PAPERS 

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• Abeysena, H., & Abeywickrama, R. (2020). Linguistic Shame and Shaming: Teacher Educator Awareness and English Language Teacher Education in Sri Lanka. Paper presented at the 13th Annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation (ICERI), Seville, Spain. https:// doi 10.21125/iceri.2020.1245
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2019). Implication of Professional Development for ESL Teachers’ Career Advancement. Paper presented at the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), San Francisco, United States.
• Jayasundara, J. M. P. V. K., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2011). A Study on Attitudes of Undergraduates and Lecturers Towards Objective Fulfillment of the Course Units Offered by the Department of English Language Teaching, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Paper presented at the Research Symposium of the UWA Wellassa University, Sri Lanka, 327-329.

CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS

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• Madumali, K.W.S.I., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2023). Teaching English as a Language of Communication: A Case Study of Arts Graduates in the State Universities in Sri Lanka. Abstract presented at the 13^th Annual Research Session (ARS) of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 95.
• Dahanayake, S. S., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (20023). The 21^st Century Innovative Methods for Teaching English as a Second Language in Sri Lankan Schools: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 01^st International Conference on Social Sciences and Languages (ICSSL), Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 396.
• Senarathne, S. S., & Abeywickrama, R. (2023). Factors Affecting University Undergraduates’ Intention to Attend ESL Classes: A Perspective of Theory of Planned Behavior. Paper presented at the 9^th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 290.
• Dahanayake, S. S., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2022). Teacher Perspectives on the Flipped Classroom Model for English Language Teaching in Sri Lanka. Paper presented at the International Open University Research Sessions (iOURS), Colombo, Sri Lanka, 72.
• Dahanayake, S.S., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2022). The Effectiveness of Using 21^st Century Innovative Methods to Teach English Language to Non-Native Speakers. Paper presented at the 08th Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences & Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS), Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 174
• Tharindi, W.K.R., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2022). Teaching ESL through Literary Texts for Enhancing Students’ Second Language Proficiency: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 07^th Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences & Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS), Rathnapura, Sri Lanka. 147.
• Disssanayaka, D.M.T.A., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2022). Effectiveness of Online Evaluation in the State Universities in Sri Lanka: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 07th Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences & Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS), Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 149.
• Dissanayake, D. C. M. S., & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Impact of Online Teaching on Teacher Efficacy: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 7^th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science 2021(ICONArts), University of Colombo, 01.
• Dahanayake, H. H., & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). The Impact of English Medium Instructions on Undergraduates’ Academic Performances in Sri Lanka: A Case Study. Paper presented at the 7^th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science 2021 (ICONArts), University of Colombo, 21.
• Dissanayaka, D.M.T.A. & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Effectiveness of Business Communication for the Fourth-year Undergraduates’ Industrial Training: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 7^th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science 2021 (ICONArts), University of Colombo, 29.
• Pabodha, G. P. H., & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Language Alienation of Sri Lankan Students’ Studying Overseas: A Case Study. Abstract presented at the 7^th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science 2021 (ICONArts), University of Colombo, 91.
• Tharindi, W. K. R., & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Effectiveness of Code-switching in the Bilingual Classrooms: A Case Study. Paper presented at the 7^th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science 2021 (ICONArts), University of Colombo, 123.
• Thasneem, M. M. A., & Abeywickrama, R. (2021). Effectiveness of Online Evaluation in the State Universities in Sri Lanka: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 7^th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science 2021 (ICONArts), University of Colombo, 124.
• Samarakoon, H.H.S.U., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2020). Effectiveness of Pre-service Training of the National Colleges of Education in Sri Lanka for Enhancing Student-teachers’ English Proficiency: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 06^th Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences & Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS), Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 137.
• Samarakoon, H.H.S.U., & Abeywickrama, K.R.W.K.H. (2020). ESL Teacher-Trainees’ Reading and Writing Competence: An Empirical Study. Paper presented at the 03^rd International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH), Colombo, Sri Lanka, 35.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2020). Perceptions, Engagement and Productivity of Teacher Professional Development (PD). Paper presented at the 10^th Annual Research Session of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 21.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2019). Implication of Professional Development for ESL Teachers’ Career Advancement. Paper presented at the Comparative and International Education Society (CIES), San Francisco, United States.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2019). Implication of Professional Development for ESL Teachers’ Career Burnout. Paper presented at the Australian Association for Research in Education, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2019). Implication of Professional Development for ESL Teachers’ Professional Quality. Paper presented at the Summer School 2019, Faculty of Arts and Education, Deakin University Australia, 14.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2018). Professional Goal-oriented Perceptions: Implications for ESL Teachers’ Career Advancement. Paper presented at the International Research Symposium on Social Sciences and Humanities (IRSSSH), Colombo, Sri Lanka, 28.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H., & Ranathunga, I. (2015). Effectiveness and Sustainability of the University Test of English Language (UTEL). Paper presented at the 02^nd International Conference on Multidisciplinary Approaches (ICMA), University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, 97.
• Jayasekara, J. K.A.P.S., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2014). A Study on Lexis in SLE with Special Emphasis on the Selected Literary Works in English. Paper presented at the 01^st Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences & Languages, Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 191.
• Dananjalee, R. M. A., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2014). A Study on the Use of Task-Based Language Teaching in Sri Lankan English Curriculum in Enhancing Students’ Oral Proficiency. Paper presented at the 01^st Annual Student Research Session on Social Sciences & Languages, Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 192.
• Siriwardhana, K. M. R., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2013). A Study on Attitudes of Medical Students towards Medium of Instruction in English: With Special Reference to Medical Undergraduates of University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. Paper presented at the 3rd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 147.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2011). Investigation Addressing the Language Practices at Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Paper presented at the 6^th International and 42^nd ELTAI Conference on Teacher Development, Vellore, India, 204.
• Karunaratne, S., Dharmaratne, P., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2010). The Rediscovery of Donne as a Modern. Paper presented at the 3rd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 238.
• Ariyaratne, W. M., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2010). A Comparative Study of Negation in English and Sinhala. Paper presented at the 3^rd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 244.
• Rathnayake, R. A. T. S., Senathissa, W. A., Kumara, K D. R., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2010). Evaluating the Effectiveness of Computer Awareness and ESL-based Course Units in Finding Employment and Facilitating the Workflow of an Organization. Paper presented at the 03^rd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 252.
• Abeywickrama, K.R. W.K.H. (2009). Learner Creativity: A Potential Facilitator for Oral Task Performance? A Paper Presented at the Research Forum on Issues in the Language Classroom, Postgraduate Institute of English (PGIE), The Open University of Sri Lanka.
• Ariyaratne, M., & Abeywickrama, R. (2008). A Comparative Study of Word Order in Sinhala and English at the Clause Level. Paper presented at the 02nd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 124.
• Abeywickrama, R., Weerakoon, I. (2008). An Analysis of Errors in Sinhala Speaking Undergraduates’ English Writing. A Comparative Study of Word Order in Sinhala and English at the Clause Level. Paper presented at the 02nd International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 125.
• Abeywickrama, K.R. W.K.H. (2007). Investigation on Language Practices at SUSL in the Light of Roles of Sinhala, Tamil and English as Defined by the Constitution. Paper presented at the 01^st Annual Symposium on Social Sciences & Humanities, Rathnapura, Sri Lanka, 34.

BOOKS

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• Henskens, A., & Abeywickrama, R. (2016). 22250 VIC Certificate I in EAL: Access. Epping: Victoria, Melbourne Polytechnic.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2024). A Pathway to Productive Teacher Professional Development. Colombo: S. Godage & Brothers Pvt Ltd.

         BOOK CHAPTERS

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• Abeywickrama, R. (2025). Teacher Quality as a Catalyst: Unpacking Agency, Professional Capital, and TPACK in the 21st Century Education. In N. S. Ganeshchandra, L.V. P. Rao & M. S. Dudhate (Eds.), Modern trends in the English language and literature teaching (pp. 40-49). Delhi: A. R. Publishing Co.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2011). Pros and Cons of Introducing Content-based ESL Syllabus to the Sri Lankan School System. In N. N. Sergeeva, O.P. Kazakova & S. O. Makeeva (Eds.), A New World in the Methodology: A Collection of Innovative Methodological Development (pp. 83-92). Ural State Pedagogical University: Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation.
• Keerthiratne, U. N., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2008). Indigenous People in New Zealand. In D. Somasundara & H. M. Bandara (Eds.), World Indigenous People (pp.181-194). Colombo: S. Godage & Brothers Pvt Ltd.

BOOKS

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• Henskens, A., & Abeywickrama, R. (2016). 22250 VIC Certificate I in EAL: Access. Epping: Victoria, Melbourne Polytechnic.
• Abeywickrama, R. (2024). A Pathway to Productive Teacher Professional Development. Colombo: S. Godage & Brothers Pvt Ltd.

          BOOK CHAPTERS

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• Abeywickrama, R. (2025). Teacher Quality as a Catalyst: Unpacking Agency, Professional Capital, and TPACK in the 21st Century Education. In N. S. Ganeshchandra, L.V. P. Rao & M. S. Dudhate (Eds.), Modern trends in the English language and literature teaching (pp. 40-49). Delhi: A. R. Publishing Co.
• Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2011). Pros and Cons of Introducing Content-based ESL Syllabus to the Sri Lankan School System. In N. N. Sergeeva, O.P. Kazakova & S. O. Makeeva (Eds.), A New World in the Methodology: A Collection of Innovative Methodological Development (pp. 83-92). Ural State Pedagogical University: Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation.
• Keerthiratne, U. N., & Abeywickrama, K. R. W. K. H. (2008). Indigenous People in New Zealand. In D. Somasundara & H. M. Bandara (Eds.), World Indigenous People (pp.181-194). Colombo: S. Godage & Brothers Pvt Ltd.

EDITORIAL AND PEER REVIEW CONTRIBUTIONS TO LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC JOURNALS

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Editorial Contribution

• Coordinating Editor, Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities (2020-2024)
• Editorial Board Member,
• Copy Editor, Sabaragamuwa University English Journal (2021 -2023)
• Editorial Assistant of Sabaragamuwa University Journal (2005-2010)
• Editorial Assistant for the Second International Symposium, SUSL, 2008
• Editorial Board Member of Sri Lanka Journal of Humanities and Languages from 2022 to date.

Reviewer for Local Refereed Journals

• Journal of Multidisciplinary and Transactional Research (JMTR)
• Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities (SLJSSH)
• Vidyodaya Journal of Humanities & Social Sciences (VJHSS)
• Vavuniya Journal of Business Management (VJBM)

Reviewer for International Refereed Journals

• International Journal of Emerging Issues in Social Science, Arts and Humanities (IJEISSAH)
• Language & Education, Routledge, Taylor & Francis
• English Language Teaching, Canadian Center of Science and Education
• Professional Development in Education, the official journal of the International Professional Development Association (IPDA), Routledge, Taylor & Francis

Reviewer of the Conference Papers

• Reviewer of SLIIT International Conference on Advancement in Humanities and Sciences (SICASH) 2021
• Reviewer of the 8^th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 2021
• Reviewer of abstracts submitted for the 18^th Academic Sessions and 17^th Vice Chancellor’s Award -2021 at the University of Ruhuna.
• Reviewer of the 13^th Annual Research Session (ARS) of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 2023
• Reviewer of the 01^st International Conference on Social Sciences & Languages (ICSSL) 2023
• Reviewer of the 8^th International Conference of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (ICSUSL 2021).
• Board of Editors of the 10^th Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS) 2024
• Member of the Board of Language Editing of the 08^th Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences and Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS) 2022

WORK EXPERIENCES

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• Senior Lecturer in English in the Department of Languages, SUSL (2004- to date)
• Co-supervisor for Postgraduate studies, Lincoln University College, Malaysia, in the Department of Languages, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, from 2020 to date
• Visiting Lecturer for the MA/PGD in English and Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies, SUSL from 2021 to date
• Resource Person for Master of Education & TESOL, Brittany University, France, from 2022 to date
• Senior Visiting Lecturer for Master of Education, Lincoln University College, Malaysia, from 2021 to date
• Senior Visiting Lecturer for MA in TESL, Lincoln University College, Malaysia, from 2022 to date
• Visiting Resource Person at the Postgraduate Institute of English (PGIE), the Open University of Sri Lanka from 2022 to date
• EAL Trainer at the Foundation Studies Department, School of Foundation and Preparatory Studies, Melbourne Polytechnic, Australia (2017- March 2020)
• EAP Trainer, English Language Department at the Australian Industrial Systems Institute (AISI), Melbourne, Australia (July 2019- March 2020)
• Policy Reviewer at the Menzies Institute of Technology, Melbourne, Australia- 2018
• Visiting Lecturer for the Business English Certificate (BEC) offered by the University of Cambridge, conducted at the International College of Business & Technology, Sri Lanka (ICBT), 2008-2015
• Assistant Lecturer in English at the Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (SIATE) functioning under the Ministry of Higher Education (2002-2004)
• Teacher of English at the Rahula College-Matara, Sri Lanka, 2001
• Instructor in English at the Sri Lanka Military Academy, Diyatalawa, Sri Lanka, 2000

POSITIONS HELD

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• Chairperson of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, SUSL- 2023- 2026
• Chairperson of the Curriculum Committee, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, SUSL- 2023- 2026
• Advisory Board Member of the Asian Institute of Business & Technology (AIBT)- from 2024 to date
• Member of the Committee- University Township Programme, SUSL-2024
• Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 2023-2026
• Head, Department of Languages, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka (2022- 2023)
• Session Chair of the technical session, English Language Teaching of the 8^th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 2021
• Programme Coordinator for the MA/PGD in English and Education 2021 intake and 2022 intake offered by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, SUSL
• Co-Chair, International Conference, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 2021
• Chairperson, Sabaragamuwa Social Sciences & Languages Students’ Annual Symposium (SSLSAS), 2020
• Secretary of the Board of Humanities, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages (2020-2023)
• Resource person for revising the curriculum, Master of Arts, English, and Education offered by the Center for Graduate Studies (CGS), SUSL, 2016
• Member of the Board of Study, Bachelor of Arts (General-External) Degree, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, SUSL (2014-2016)
• Member of the Programme Committee, Staff Development Centre (SDC), SUSL (2015- 2016)
• External Faculty Board Member, Faculty of Training and Technology, University of Vocational Technology, Sri Lanka (2014-2017)
• Coordinator-English, Innovative Development Grants for Arts Students (IDAS) funded by the World Bank under the Education for the Twenty-First Century (HETC) Project (2014- 2016)
• Co-controlling Chief Examiner for the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) General English (13), conducted by the Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka from 2011 -2021
• Chief Examiner for the General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) General English (13), and a member of the board for Re-Scrutiny of answer scripts from 2005-2010
• Member of the Internal Quality Assurance Unit, SUSL (2015-2016)
• Acting Head, Department of English Language Teaching (DELT), Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, SUSL, (2008 -2012)
• Head, Department of English Language Teaching (DELT), Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages, SUSL, (2012-2015)
• Chairperson of the committee appointed to design the syllabi on Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), SUSL, 2010
• Co-Person In-Charge for Activity B: Improving Teaching Capacity in the English Medium (2008-2009) under the Project, Improving the Relevance and Quality of Undergraduate Education (IRQUE) Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, SUSL,
• Coordinator of the project, Institutional Block Grant (IBG) English program of the IRQUE funded by the World Bank (2006-2008)
• Student Counsellor, Faculty of Social Sciences & Languages (2008- 2009, 2020-21)
• Director of the Diploma in English for Teachers of English (DETE) program funded by the World Bank under the project, Improving Quality and Relevance of the University Education (IRQUE), conducted by the Department of Languages, SUSL (2004 -2005)
• Programme Coordinator (English), Department of Languages, SUSL (2005-2007)
• Secretary for the Annual Symposium, Faculty of Social Sciences and Languages, SUSL, 2005
• Member of the Academic Committee and the Curriculum Committee, Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education (2003-2004)
• Head, Department of English, Advanced Technological Education-Galle, Sri Lanka (2003-2004)
• Coordinator of the General English Language Training (GELT) Program conducted by the Department of English, Sri Lanka Military Academy, Diyatalawa, Sri Lanka, 2000

     POSTGRADUATE TEACHING 

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• Visiting Lecturer for the MA/PGD in English and Education, Faculty of Graduate Studies, SUSL from 2021 to date
• Resource Person for Master of Education & TESOL, Brittany University, France, from 2022 to date
• Senior Visiting Lecturer for Master of Education, Lincoln University College, Malaysia, from 2021 to date
• Senior Visiting Lecturer for MA in TESL, Lincoln University College, Malaysia, from 2022 to date
• Visiting Resource Person at the Postgraduate Institute of English (PGIE), the Open University of Sri Lanka from 2022 to date