Nuvem, Goa, 12 August 2026: The Department of English, Carmel College of Art, Science & Commerce, Nuvem – Goa, organised a Workshop on Research Methodology on 12th August 2026 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The workshop was organised under the able guidance of Dr. Glenis Mendonca, Associate Professor in English. The event was coordinated and hosted by Elroy A. S. Rebello, Assistant Professor in English and was attended by students of F.Y, S.Y and T.Y B.A. programme.
The resource person for the workshop was Runa Menezes, Assistant Professor in English at the Shenoi Goembab School of Languages & Literature, Goa University.
The workshop aimed to acquaint students with research project drafting and the research process, introduce them to various research methodologies, familiarize them with the MLA 9th edition citation style, and develop an understanding of plagiarism and research ethics. Particular attention was given to the structure and preparation of the T.Y research project, providing students with practical guidance for their academic research.
The session also briefly addressed the challenges posed by research ethics in an era increasingly influenced by Artificial Intelligence (AI). An interactive Q & A session enabled students to clarify their queries and engage further with the topics discussed.
The participants were welcomed by Elroy A. S. Rebello who also introduced the resource person. Faculty members Dr. Brian Mendonça, Roxana Singh, Swastik Namshikar, and Ayeesha Antao were present during the workshop. Dr. Brian Mendonça presented a token of appreciation and delivered the vote of thanks.
The workshop provided students with valuable guidance on approaching academic research systematically, maintaining academic integrity, and applying appropriate research and citation practices in their academic work.