LSCAC 2018 CALL FOR PAPERS AND PARTICIPATION 5 th International Conference on Language, Society, and Culture in Asian Contexts 25 26 May, 2018 at Hue University of Education, Vietnam Theme: Inclusiveness and Sustainability of Asian Societies Organized by Hue University of Education, Vietnam Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia Mahasarakham University, Thailand University of Hyderabad, India LSCAC 2018 is sequel to the conferences in Mahasarakham University, Thailand (2010, 2014), University of Hyderabad, India (2012) and Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia (2016). Rationale Asia is diverse in all respects such as social, economic, linguistic, cultural and geographical etc. This diversity is further influenced by the colonial and post-colonial impact on the societies. Despite of diversity, there are cultural and social linkages and continuities. Since, last forty years and there about, there have been extensive co-operations in various fields relating to social, cultural, economic, educational and regional arenas. Such co-operation enables respective countries to frame up foreign policies among Asian nations. The sustainability and inclusiveness of Asian societies dictated by the inherent traditional structures of these societies on the one hand and strong impact of globalization on the other hand. 1
The aim of the conference is to explore various aspects of Asian societies from the angle of sustainability and inclusiveness by identifying commonalities and differences in these societies. It will also highlight the implications of such study on the relations among Asian nations. Such studies will ultimately lead to the formation of Asian Union on lines of European Union. Topics Social Structure of Asian Societies Cultural and Linguistic dimensions Globalization and ingenious communities in Asian context Modern philosophical trends Religion and modern Asian societies Modern Asian Literatures Education in Asia Technology enabled Pedagogy Economies of Asian Countries Bi-lateral and Multi-lateral relations among Asian Countries Future of Asia Environment and Population in Asia Climate change in Asia Asia and its integration process Foreign Language Teaching in Asian Context Tourism in Asia The process of urbanization and industrialization in Southeast Asia History of Southeast Asian However, the above topics are only suggestive in nature. The participants can choose any topic related to the theme of the conference Conference language: English Types of Sessions Paper (20 minutes) It is an oral summary, with occasional reference to notes or texts that discuss the presenters work in relation to theory and/or practice. Handouts and audiovisual aids are recommended. The time slot includes the Q&A (10 minutes). Poster Presentation 2
A presentation is with 20 slides each shown for only 20 seconds (six minutes and 40 seconds in total). One session will accommodate up to 6 presentations. Handouts are recommended. There will be no Q&A session. Abstract Submission Guidelines Abstract should be written in English. Abstract should not exceed 300 words. Abstract is to be written in Ms. Word (.doc) using Times New Roman, font size 11, on A4 paper. Abstract submission should include the following information: a. Title of paper b. Subtheme c. Name(s) of author(s) d. Affiliation(s): study program and university e. Author(s) email(s) f. Author(s) mailing address g. Biographical data which should not exceed 100 words Technicalities: a. Abstract should be sent to lscac2018@gmail.com b. The subject of the email is: Abstract Submission_Topic Area (e.g. Education in Asia). c. The name of the file should be: Abstract_Name of University_Name(s) of Presenter, e.g.: Abstract_HueUniversity_HoangThiHue Full Paper Submission Full papers must be written in English within 2500 3000 words. Full papers should be submitted to lscac2018@gmail.com The name of the file is: Full Paper_Name of University_Name(s) of Presenter Full paper submission should adhere to the following guidelines: a. Outline - Title - Name, institution, and email address - Abstract - Background of the Study - Method - Findings and Discussion 3
Notes: - Conclusions and Suggestions - References b. Technicalities - Title of Paper (16 pt Times New Roman Bold, align text to the center) - Name, institution, email address (12 pt Times New Roman, align text to the center) - Abstract (11 pt Times New Roman, justify text) - Content of paper: Headings (14 pt Times New Roman) - The paragraph should be single spaced, left justify. Text should be in Times New Roman 12 pt. Do not use page numbering anywhere in the manuscript. - Allow a one-inch margin all around the border and an empty single space between each paragraph. - References: APA style. Refer the following website for reference to APA style: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/ All abstracts and papers will be reviewed by the Program Review Committee. The committee will determine the type of sessions. Conference Fee Payment International Presenters USD 100 Vietnamese Presenters VND 1,800,000 International Participants USD 80 Vietnamese Participants VND 1,000,000 All presenters and participants are cordially invited to attend the Cultural Night on May 25, 2018. Payment via bank transfer should be made payable to: Account Name Account Number : 122000014705 Type of Account : TRUONG DAI HOC SU PHAM HUE : VND Bank Name : Beneficiary bank: Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Industry and Trade (VietinBank) Branch: Thua Thien Hue Address: 20 Ha Noi Street, Phu Nhuan Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien Hue province, Vietnam 4
Facilities Swiftcode: ICBVVNVX460 Payment amount: Please mention the exact amount. Please pay all costs/bank transfer fees etc, so that the conference account gets the full amount. Please send your transfer evidence along with the registration form to: lscac2018@gmail.com with subject email: Transfer Evidence_Name(s) of Presenter Paper ID (Paper ID will be fixed after you submit your paper) Seminar Kit Tea break Lunch Certificates Conference Proceedings (CD-ROM) Cultural Night Important Dates Abstract submission deadline: Feb 28, 2018 Abstract notification of acceptance: Mar 15, 2018 Full paper submission deadline: March 25, 2018 Full paper notification of acceptance: April 15, 2018 Camera ready submission deadline: April 25, Registration and payment deadline: April 30, 2018 Venue: Hue University of Education, 34 Le Loi Street, Hue City, Vietnam Contact Us E-mail: Website: Coordinators Contact Persons: lscac2018@gmail.com http://lscac.dhsphue.edu.vn o Hoang Thi Hue: +84 905 503 999 o Ha Viet Hai: +84 942 613 431 o Tran Kiem Minh: +84 168 660 0240 Prof. Dr. PRABHAKARA RAO JANDHYALA, University of Hyderabad, India Prof. Dr. Gatut Susanto, Universitas Negeri Malang Assoc. of Prof. Dr. Hoang Thi Hue, Hue University of Education, Viet Nam Dr. Jansaeng Apiradee, Mahasarakham University, Thai Lan 5