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Department of Languages

Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana

Senior Lecturer in English (Grade I)

TESOLApplied LinguisticsLinguistics

Department of Languages

A R De Silva

Instructor in English

Teaching ESL / ESPCurriculum and Syllabus Design in ELTTeaching Language through Literature

Department of Languages

Dr. Ven. Kaluwane Kumarakassapa

Senior Lecturer

Buddhist SanskritMahāyāna LiteratureLaṅkāvatārasūtra Studies

Department of Languages

Lalit Premakumara

Senior Instructor

SyntaxClinical LinguisticsEnglish Language Teaching

Department of Applied Buddhist Studies

Ven. Karagaswewe Wajira

Lecturer (Unconfirmed)

Pāli Language and LiteratureBuddhist Discourse AnalysisMeditation and Mindfulness

Department of Languages

Ven. Thimbiriwewa Sirisumana

Senior Lecturer (Grade II)

Classical Text EditingClassical Sinhala LiteraturePoetry and Prose

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Conference Papers (Selected)2021Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2021). The Efficacy of Role-Playing Language Games in the Productive Knowledge of Lexis in TESOL: A Study Based on a University in Sri Lanka. International Conference (Online), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2020Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2020). Teaching English Grammar through Language Games with the Communicative Language Teaching Approach in a Classroom Setting. Pravacana, 11(1), 288–310.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2025Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2025). A Survey of Literature on Role-Play as a Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Activity in Sri Lanka. Prabhasa, 5(2), 70–81.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2019Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2019). The Utility of Games for the Communicative Ability of Students. Pravacana, 11(2), 397–408.

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Extended Abstracts / Proceedings2026Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2026). Unity through Linguistic Diversity: A Buddhist-Informed Analysis of Pronunciation Belief, Intelligibility, and Native-Speaker Ideologies among Sri Lankan University Undergraduates. Proceedings of the 9th International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2024). The Use of Role-Play in Teaching Compassion through Buddhist Literature. Prabhasa, 4(1), 26–48.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2024Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2024). The Efficacy of Role-Play in the Development of Productive Knowledge of Lexis in TESOL: A Study Based on a University in Sri Lanka. Pravacana, 15(1), 1–23.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2021Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2021). The Therapeutic Way, Legacy of Buddhism, for Saving the Human Mind from Being a Victim of Negativity Bias. International Conference (Online), Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Edited Books / Volumes2020Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2020). Felicitation Volume Dedicated to Associate Professor Ven. Karagaswewe Wimalananda Thero.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2020Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2020). Benefits to Be Obtained from Wealth for a Successful Lay Life. In Prabuddha: Essays in Honour of Most Venerable Anamaduwe Sri Dhammadassi Anunāyaka Thera, 466–482.

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Edited Books / Volumes2019Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2019). Abstract Book, 5th International Buddhist Conference. ISBN 978-955-1867-22-5.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2019Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2019). The Teaching Method of the Buddha to Globalize Ethics for Creating a Sustainable Society. United Nations Day of Vesak 2019 International Conference Proceedings, 149–177.

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Edited Books / Volumes2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2018). Abstract Book, 2nd International Buddhist Conference. ISBN 978-955-4039-03-2.

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Edited Books / Volumes2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2018). BUSL Newsletter, Vol. 08. ISSN 2536-846X.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Edited Books / Volumes2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2018). Sumanalekha: Felicitation Volume for Ven. Prof. Alahenegama Sumanaratana.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., & Dhammadhaja, E. (2018). The Status of Woman in the Vedic Period. 3rd International Conference on Sanskrit and Eastern Studies, University of Kelaniya.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Extended Abstracts / Proceedings2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., & Dhammadhaja, E. (2018). Ethical Aspects of Human Nature as Revealed in Sakkapañha Sutta. International Buddhist Conference on Abhidhamma, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, 51–55.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Extended Abstracts / Proceedings2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., & Dhammadhaja, E. (2018). An Introduction to Theravāda Abhidhamma. Proceedings of the 2nd International Buddhist Conference on Abhidhamma, 68–72.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2018Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2018). An Analysis of the Ecological Concepts and Meritorious Deeds in Vanaropa Sutta. In Sumanalekha: Felicitation Volume for Ven. Prof. Alahenegama Sumanaratana, 417–434.

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Edited Books / Volumes2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2017). Pravacana – Great Teachings, Inaugural Volume, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2017). Share the Vision on Buddhist Philosophy of Education. 4th Asia Pacific Conference on Advanced Research, 3(2), 100–116.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2017). An Analysis on the Definitions and Responsibilities of Teacher in Theravāda Buddhism for a Consensus in a Globalized World. 4th Humanistic Buddhist Youth Forum, Singapore.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2017). Buddhist Perspective to Protect the Environment. International Buddhist Conference on Buddhism in the 21st Century, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, India.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2017). Share the Vision on Buddhist Philosophy of Education. 4th Asia Pacific Conference on Advanced Research, Melbourne, Australia.

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Extended Abstracts / Proceedings2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., & Dhammadhaja, E. (2017). A Comparative Study on Harmony in the Teachings of Religions with Buddhism. 14th General Conference: Buddhist Leadership for Sustainable Peace, 139–143.

Recorded under Ven. Mediyawe Piyarathana.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2017). The Significance of Environment Conservation. Shastra Locana, 2, 160–177.

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Thesis / Dissertation2017Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2017). A Study on the Patterns of English Prepositions. MPhil Dissertation, University of Kelaniya.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2016Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2016). The Role of Buddha as a Teacher. 3rd Asia Pacific Conference on Advanced Research, 3(1), 157–169.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2016Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2016). The Role of Buddha as a Teacher. 3rd Asia Pacific Conference on Advanced Research, Melbourne, Australia.

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Edited Books / Volumes2015Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2015). Abstract Book, 4th International Buddhist Conference.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2015Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., & Rahula, K. (2015). The Utility of Buddhist Jataka Tales for Institutional Development. 4th International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2015Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., Sumanarathana, A., & Fernando, H. D. E. (2015). Conserving Environment for the Future Human Civilisation. 4th International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2015Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2015). Buddhist Attitude to World Peace Based on Compassion. 4th International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2015Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2015). A Brief Description of English Primary Auxiliary Verbs. Shastra Locana, 417–433.

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Edited Books / Volumes2014Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (Ed.). (2014). Abstract Book, International Buddhist Conference on Evolution of Buddhist Stūpa.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2014Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2014). The Characteristics of Buddha as a Teacher. Pravacana, 5(2), 369–394.

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Extended Abstracts / Proceedings2014Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., Sumanarathana, A., & Soratha, W. (2014). Worshiping of Stūpa Revealed by Sinhalese Message Poems (Sandesakāvya). International Buddhist Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, 172–176.

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Extended Abstracts / Proceedings2014Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2014). The Concept of Acariyamutthi and Its Relevance to the Buddha. 2nd National Conference, Bhiksu University of Sri Lanka, 66–69.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2014Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2014). An Explanation about the Role of the Reciters for the Protection of Pāli Literature. In a Felicitation Journal for Ven. Elagamuwe Rathanajothi, 52–68.

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Journal Articles (Peer-Reviewed)2012Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2012). An Appreciation of George Bernard Shaw’s Arms and the Man as a Literary Work Paying Attention to the Thematic Interests and Techniques of the Play. Pravacana, 3(2), 226–244.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2012Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2012). Following Buddha’s Path: The Best Possible Answer to the Challenges of Teachers in the New Millennium. International Buddhist Conference, Buddhasravaka Bhiksu University.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2011Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2011). An Analysis on the Character of Buddha Presented in the Pāli Canon. Anudipana, 48–63.

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Thesis / Dissertation2011Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2011). A Study on English Affixes. MA Dissertation, University of Kelaniya.

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Felicitation Volume Contributions2009Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2009). Madhupindika Sutta – The Honey Ball. Pravacana Academic Journal, 309–325.

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Books2008Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M., Gunathilake, L. D., & Perera, G. (2008). AAT Final Level: Business Communication II. Jayasekara Management Centre.

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Books2008Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2008). Buddhism Grade 9. Ceylinco Sussex Educational Services Ltd.

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Conference Papers (Selected)2008Department of Languages

Piyarathana, M. (2008). Ecological Concepts and Meritorious Deeds Found in Vanaropa Sutta. International Buddhist Conference of the Sri Lanka Association for Buddhist Studies.

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