S. M. Mostasim Billah

Professional Summary

S. M. Mostasim Billah is a Lecturer in English at Bangladesh University of Business and Technology (BUBT). He holds a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master’s degree in Applied Linguistics and ELT from the University of Dhaka. His academic training and professional experience reflect a strong grounding in language pedagogy, curriculum design, and assessment at both secondary and tertiary levels. Although his specialization lies in Applied Linguistics and ELT, his teaching expertise also encompasses English Literature, reflecting a balanced academic profile in both language and literary studies. He has taught courses such as Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics, English Language, and 18th Century English Literature, demonstrating competence in linguistic theory, language skills development, and literary analysis. His teaching philosophy emphasizes concept-based learning, critical thinking, and communicative competence rather than rote memorization. He regularly designs learner-centered instructional materials and writing tasks appropriate for intermediate and undergraduate learners. He previously served as a Teacher at St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, where his responsibilities included conducting classes, setting examination questions, evaluating answer scripts, and performing other institutional duties. During his student life, he also worked as a student mentor, providing academic and psychological support to junior students, which helped lay the foundation for his professional teaching practice. His research interests include grammar instruction in EFL contexts, storytelling as a pedagogical tool, discourse analysis, pragmatic competence, and literature-informed language teaching. He aspires to pursue higher studies in ELT and contribute to research-driven English education at both national and international levels.