Kirti KapurKirti Kapur , is a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at HPU, HI, USA, has a 34-year long career in the teaching of English Language. She has taught in both schools and colleges across India and since her appointment at the National Council of Educational Reearch and Training, New Delhi (India) in 2000 she has worked in curriculum design, syllabus, textbook development, and teacher professional development. She also holds certifications in Critical Thinking, Assessment and Special Education Needs from University of Maryland and University of Oregon, USA. She has also been a key member of NCERT led research on Teaching of English as Second Language, Multiculturalism, Multilingual Education and CPD of Teachers. As a teacher trainer and academic consultant, she has worked with educational institutions in India and the SAARC countries. A recipient of the Ray Tongue scholarship and Trinity College London Teacher Trainer Scholarship awarded by IATEFL, UK, and the International TESOL, USA award for Professional Development she has represented India at several national and international fora. She has conducted 100+ training sessions across the country. She has also trained teachers from Afghanistan, Tibet and Mauritius. Dr. Kapur has contributed over 90 papers including three books (national and international) on cultural contexts and language learning. Dr. Kapur also edits and contributes to several national level journals on Education. Read More Read Less