MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR INCOED 2023

A warm and heartfelt welcome to each one of you to INCOED 3.0

2023 with the theme 'The future of education: Trends, challenges,
and opportunities in education for sustainable development and
global citizenship.' As the Chairperson, I am honoured by the
collective passion and dedication we all share for advancing
education and shaping a brighter future.

Our conference today is not merely a convergence of minds but a celebration of progress,
innovation, and the unwavering commitment to providing quality education for all. The theme we
have chosen, 'The future of education,' is not just a reflection of our curiosity about what lies ahead
but a call to action, an invitation to collectively mould the future of learning. Our primary objectives
in convening this conference are clear: to promote advancements in theory, research, and
practices in education, providing a dynamic platform for researchers, practitioners, and educators
to share their insights on the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns in the ever-evolving field
of education. We aim to not only address the challenges but also highlight the opportunities that lie
in the intersection of education, sustainable development, and global citizenship.

In the pursuit of sustainable development, it is imperative that we align our efforts with the United
Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Education is the cornerstone of sustainable
development, touching upon various SDGs, including Quality Education, Gender Equality, Reduced
Inequalities, and Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions. As educators and researchers, our role is
pivotal in contributing to these global aspirations, ensuring that no one is left behind.
This conference is not just a meeting of minds but a bridge to overcome the gaps of knowledge and
learning loss caused by educational inequity and crises in education. We believe in the power of
education beyond borders, and through this gathering, we hope to foster collaboration and
understanding that transcends geographical boundaries.

Our conference tracks—Educational Practice, Innovations, Education Industry, Emerging

Technologies & Education—are carefully curated to encapsulate the diverse facets of the education
landscape. These tracks serve as pathways for us to explore and exchange ideas, to learn from one
another and collectively propel the field forward.
Speaking of technology, we recognize its transformative potential in education. However, our
approach must transcend the conventional understanding of technology as a mere delivery
system. Technology, when harnessed effectively, becomes a powerful vehicle for collaboration,
discovery, understanding, and action. It becomes a means to reimagine learning and adapt to
the complexities of an uncertain future.

We must embrace emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, as catalysts for

positive change in education. AI has the potential to revolutionize learning experiences, offering
personalized, collaborative, and student-centred approaches. However, in this journey towards
innovation, we must tread carefully, ensuring that the human touch in education is not lost. The
importance of deep, meaningful learning experiences cannot be overstated. As we
incorporate AI technologies, we must strike a delicate balance, fostering an environment where
technology complements the human touch rather than replaces it.

Our students, the heart of our educational endeavours, deserve experiences that are
profoundly personalized, collaborative, and intrinsically motivating. It is through this
personalization that we can truly ignite their passion for learning, allowing them to pursue topics
that resonate with their interests and aspirations. The conference provides us with an opportunity
to explore how we can enrich the student experience, making education a journey of discovery
and fulfilment.
In conclusion, I extend my sincere gratitude to each one of you for being a part of this
transformative journey. Let us use this conference as a platform to not only share our knowledge
but to forge partnerships, inspire change, and collectively shape the future of education.
Together, let us embark on this mission to build a more sustainable, inclusive, and peaceful world
through the power of education.

Thank you, and I wish you all a fruitful and inspiring conference ahead.

Prof. Dr. Mallika Vasugi V. Govindarajoo

Chair, INCOED 2023
Dean, Faculty of Education and Humanities
UNITAR International University
 PROJECT COMMITTEE FOR INCOED 3.0 2023

PATRON:
Prof. Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Ir. Dr. Sahol Hamid bin Abu Bakar, Vice-Chancellor, UNITAR
International University, Malaysia

ADVISORS:
Dr. Liew Cheng Siang, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Prof. Dr. Yap Bee Wah, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

CHAIR
Prof. Dr. Mallika Vasugi AP. V Govindarajoo, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

CO-CHAIR
Pn Siti Nor Amira Binti Baharudin, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Ms. May May Grace Derioh, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Mr. Paul Chandra Bose Selvarajoo, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Mr. Haysriq Thomeeran, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Norul Huda Binti Mohd Ghazali, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

SECRETARY
Dr. Edward (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Sharliana Binti Che Ani, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Puan Noor Azzany Binti Jamaludin, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

TREASURER
Mdm. Sowbaakawathy A/P Ganesan (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Mr. Ron Teo Yeong Chin, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Izawati Binti Ngadni, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Dzuliana Fatin Binti Jamil, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

RAPPORTEUR/COORDINATOR
Ms. Sundari Subasini A/P Nesamany (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Siti Kausar Binti Zakaria, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

REGISTRATION COMMITTEE
Pn. Nik Evina Nik Roseli (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Harnani Binti Mohamed, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

PUBLICITY COMMITTEE
En. Mohd Al Mahdi bin Hussain (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Mr. Manoharan A/L Nalliah, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Ms. Nuzha Taha, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Ms. Anita Taraj Kaur A/P Taram Singh, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
 \

MASTER OF CEREMONY (EMCEE)

Dr. Washima Che Dan (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
En. Mohd Amar Bin Mohd Mokhtar, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

CERTIFICATE & SOUVENIRS

Ms Kalpanah (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Ms. Bakialekshmi, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Azian Binti Abdul Kadir, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

PROTOCOL & INVITATION

Mdm. Ranjit Kaur (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Mdm. Harsherin Kaur, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Sofia bt Elias, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Nasser Salimi Aghbolagh, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

PUBLICATION, EDITORIAL & PROCEEDING COMMITTEE

Dr. Shorouk Mohamed Farag Mohamed Aboudahr (Team Lead), UNITAR
International University, Malaysia
Dr. Esayas Teshome Taddese, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Nurul Aisyah Binti Kamrozzaman, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sarfraz Aslam, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Rabeeh Barghi, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Noor Asmina Binti Mohd Rashid, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

PROGRAMME BOOK
Dr. Gurdip Kaur Saminder Singh (Team Lead), UNITAR International University,
Malaysia
Dr. Voltisa Thartori, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

SPONSORSHIP
Mdm Noorhuda bt Abdul Karim (Team Lead), UNITAR International University,
Malaysia
Mdm. Jayce Hue Chew Kuen

MODERATORS
Dr. Edward Devadason, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Noor Asmina, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Voltisa Thartori, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Pn. Izawati Binti Ngadni, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Ms. Sundari Subasini A/P Nesamany, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Siti Kausar Binti Zakaria, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Shorouk Mohamed Farag Mohamed Aboudahr, UNITAR International University,
Malaysia
Pn. Rabiha Maya Adiera, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Dr. Ong Dee Jean, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Prof Dr. Subadrah Madhawa Nair, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
 MICROSOFT TEAMS & MULTIMEDIA
En. Mohd Azim Bin Sharim (Team Lead), UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Mr. Arvindan Nayar, UNITAR International University, Malaysia
Shamiethra A/P Arumugam
Jeevikka A/P Krishna Moorthy
Suguntaraj A/L Mailvaganam
Devaseran A/L Balakrishnan
Anis Suraya Binti Zulkifli
Nur Sabrina Binti Mohamad Sabri
 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We thank the following departments for their valuable insights and
continuous support throughout the planning and organization of
INCOED 3.0 2023

Department of Finance, UNITAR International University

Department of Sales and Marketing, UNITAR International University
Department of Student Experience, UNITAR International University
Centre for Research and Consultancy. UNITAR International University
Department of Information and Communication Technologies, UNITAR
International University
PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

9.00am - 9.05am Welcome Speech (CHAIR, INCOED 2023)

By:
Prof Dr. Mallika Vasugi a/p V Govindarajoo
Chair INCOED 3.0 2023
UNITAR International University

9.05am – 9.10am Opening Speech: Vice-Chancellor UNITAR International University

By:
Prof Emeritus Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Ir. Dr. Sahol Hamid bin Abu Bakar
Vice-Chancellor
UNITAR International University
9.10am-9.30am Keynote Address
By:
Dr. Steven Sexton
Senior Lecturer, Science Education,
College of Education, University of Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand
9.30am – 10.45am Forum
'NAVIGATING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONALISM IN THE EVOLVING AI-CHARGED
LANDSCAPE: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES'
Moderated by:
Dr. Chandran Abraham A/L Ebanazer, Senior Lecturer
Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University

Forum Speakers:
Dr. Shamsul Nizam bin Kachi Mohideen, Principal Assistant Director, Ministry of Education
Malaysia
Associate Professor Ts Dr. Tan Wee Hoe, Head of Research and Postgraduate Studies, Faculty
of Social Sciences and Liberal Arts, UCSI University, Malaysia
Associate Professor Dr. Dorothy DeWitt., Research Fellow Curriculum and Instructional
Technology Department, University of Malaya
10.45am – 11.00am Plenary 1
By:
Prof. Dr. Mallika Vasugi A/P V. Govindarajoo
Dean of Faculty of Education and Humanities,
UNITAR International University
TITLE:
REDEFINING AUTHORSHIP: RETAINING THE HUMAN TOUCH

11.00am – 1.00pm Workshops / Parallel Sessions – SESSION 1

1.00pm – 2.00pm Lunch Break

2.00pm – 4.00pm Parallel Sessions – SESSION 2

4.00pm - 4.15pm Tea Break
4.15pm – 4.25pm Best Presenters Award
4.25pm – 4.30pm Closing Speech
By:
Ms. May May Grace Derioh
Co-Chair, INCOED 3.0 2023
UNITAR International University
 KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Dr. Steven Sexton

Senior Lecturer, Science Education,
College of Education, University of Otago
Dunedin, New Zealand

Dr. Steven Sexton is a primary school teacher now working at the University of Otago. He completed his
PhD in teacher cognition in 2007 which investigated how those who are entering their initial teacher
education programme see themselves as the teacher and how this role-identity was formed by their
prior experiences in the classroom. His research interest areas are in teacher cognition. For the past
several years, he has been working in culturally responsive teaching and learning with an emphasis in
how to bring this into mainstream education. He had the privilege of being the editor of science
education international from 2017 to 2023.

PLENARY SPEAKER

Prof. Dr. Mallika Vasugi A/P V. Govindarajoo

Dean of Faculty of Education and Humanities,
UNITAR International University

Dr. Mallika Vasugi Govindarajoo is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Education and Humanities at
UNITAR International University. Prof. Mallika has had more than 36 years of experience in the education
industry having served under the Ministry of Education, Malaysia as a teacher and later as advisor of
the Trust school transformation project before taking up the appointment at UNITAR.
She is also a columnist with The Star, a leading Malaysian news outlet and writes for the column, Teacher
Talk. As a consultant and trainer for their Newspaper in Education (NIE) programme Prof. Mallika has
also facilitated workshops and courses for both students and teachers throughout the country. Prof.
Mallika’s main field of interest is creative writing and some of her short stories have won national awards.
Mallika has also participated and presented at creative writing conferences in different parts of Asia.
 FORUM MODERATOR

Dr. Chandran Abraham A/L Ebanazer

Senior Lecturer
Faculty of Education and Humanities
UNITAR International University

Dr. Chandran Abraham holds a PhD in TESL from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Master of
Science in TESL from Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bachelor of Education in TESOL from Heriot Watt
University, United Kingdom and Post-Graduate Counseling Certificate from Moray House
Institute of Education, United Kingdom. He is a recipient of the International Award of Fethi
Azaiez / Stanley Ndeke Memorial Prize from the United Kingdom. He has more than 40 years of
working experience as an educator. He is involved in the implementation of various national
and international programmes in the field of teacher education, Leadership and
Management, and corporate training programmes under the Ministry of Education Malaysia
and International organizations.

FORUM SPEAKER

Dr. Shamsul Nizam bin Kachi Mohideen

Principal Assistant Director
Ministry of Education Malaysia

Dr. Shamsul Nizam Bin Kachi Mohideen, an experienced English Language teacher with almost
25 years of service, has taught both in rural Borneo and a boarding school in Selangor before
continuing his PhD at Monash University, Melbourne. He also has academic teaching
experience in both private and public universities and has actively been involved as a teacher
trainer as well as a consultant and a researcher with UNESCO Jakarta and public universities
such as UNIMAS, UKM, USM and UiTM. Currently, he is attached to the Ministry of Education
(MOE) Malaysia as a Principal Assistant Director overlooking international linkages for all 28
campuses of Teacher Training Institutes.
 FORUM SPEAKER

Associate Professor Ts Dr Tan Wee Hoe

Head of Research and Postgraduate Studies
Faculty of Social Sciences and Liberal Arts in UCSI University, Malaysia

Prof Ts Dr Tan Wee Hoe is an Associate Professor and the Head of Research and Postgraduate
Studies at the Faculty of Social Sciences and Liberal Arts in UCSI University, Malaysia. Dr. Tan
received a PhD in Education, specializing in game-based learning from University of Warwick. He
began working between the creative industry and the academia, facilitating university-industry
collaboration in Malaysia, UK and US. Before the Covid-19 pandemic, he was a Visiting Faculty at
SUTD Game Lab, Singapore, a Hubert H. Humphrey Fellow at the Penn State College of Education,
and a Visiting Research Scientist at the Play2Prevent Lab, Yale Center for Health and Learning
Games. His research interests spread across various fields in creative multimedia and inventive
problem solving.

FORUM SPEAKER

Associate Professor Dr. Dorothy DeWitt.

Research Fellow
Curriculum and Instructional Technology Department,
University of Malaya

Dr. Dorothy DeWitt is an Associate Professor and Research Fellow at the Curriculum and
Instructional Technology Department, University Malaya. She was a recipient of the Endeavour
Executive Fellowship (Australia) and has been involved in research using collaborative and mobile
learning as well as designs of instructional systems with technologies for schools, higher education
and training. Her current research interests are in new pedagogies for learning. She has consulted
on projects related to curriculum acceptance and digital learning, and has been involved in
training for improving instructors’ technology pedagogical content knowledge. She has won
awards in teaching innovations both at the national and international level.
 FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr. Rosina Merry

Director Teaching, Learning and Research- Kaitohu Akoranga me Rangahou
Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand (ECNZ)

Dr. Rosina Merry is the Director of Teaching, Learning and Research for Te Rito Maioha (ECNZ), and is an Adjunct Professor
at UNITAR International University. She has the overall responsibility for the oversight and management of academic and
research strategy for undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programmes. She has a passion for e-learning with a
particular focus on student engagement and lecturer presence. Rosina’s research interests include the use of technology
in the delivery teacher education, language culture and identity in online learning spaces and integrated curriculum.

Arapera Card
Pouhere Kaupapa Māori | Senior Advisor Māori
Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand (ECNZ)

Arapera Card is of Māori descent (indigenous of Aotearoa, New Zealand). Arapera is responsible for ensuring that Te
Rito Maioha (ECNZ) maintains its bicultural integrity by providing cultural leadership and leading the implementation and
application of the organisation’s Bicultural Strategic Plan and Pacific Strategic Plan. Arapera also contributes to the
development and delivery of academic and professional development programmes delivered to the ECE sector sharing
knowledge and capability through a Māori world view. Arapera champions the integration of tikanga (protocols), and
kaupapa (practices) among teachers, students, and children, growing knowledge and learning of the language, culture
and identity of the indigenous peoples of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Graeme Severinsen
Academic Leader Undergraduate and Graduate Programmes (ECE),
Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand (ECNZ)
Kia ora koutou, Ko Graeme Severinsen ahau, Ko kaitiaki Hōtaka Tohu Paetahi me Tohu Mātauranga

Graeme Severinsen is the Academic Leader for the seven Undergraduate and Graduate Programmes (ECE) at Te Rito
Maioha: Early Childhood New Zealand. He has had 25 years of involvement in tertiary education, predominantly with
initial teacher education. My research interests include online teaching and learning, metacognition, and Initial Teacher
Education. The advent of artificial intelligence is currently forefront in our organisation’s planning and this conference
presentation outlines our challenges in realising the promise of AI and avoiding risk.
WORKSHOP / PARALLEL SESSIONS: SESSION 1

TIME SLOTS DETAILS ROOM 1 ROOM 2 ROOM 3 ROOM 4 ROOM 5 ROOM 6

DR. SHOROUK
DR. EDWARD MOHAMED FARAG DR. SITI KAUSAR BINTI PN. RABIHA MAYA DR. NOOR ASMINA
MODERATED BY DR. ONG DEE JEAN
DEVADASON MOHAMED ZAKARIA ADIERA BINTI MOHD RASHID
ABOUDAHR
11.00 am-11.20 NAME OF ARAPERA HEREWINI- SUNDARI SUBASINI DR NOORZAREITH
YU QINGEN FONG JIA YEAN LI QINBIAO
am PRESENTERS CARD A/P NESAMANY SOFEIA
A STUDY ON THE INVESTIGATING PLAY-
ENHANCING STUDENT
PROFESSIONAL BASED LEARNING IN
ENGAGEMENT IN
IDENTITY OF MALAYSIAN EARLY
HIGHER EDUCATION INFLUENCE OF MUSIC
TE TUAKIRI O TE TITLE OF WORKSHOP: PRESCHOOL CHILDHOOD
TITLE OF ONLINE LEARNING: ACTIVITIES ON
TANGATA|BEYOND YOU CAN CALL IT A EDUCATION EDUCATION: A STUDY
PRESENTATION EXPLORING FACTORS COLLEGE STUDENTS'
THE SKIN OF MAN CONTRACT! 2.0 STUDENTS WITH OF DIPLOMA
AFFECTING MENTAL HEALTH
DIFFERENT STUDENTS'
SUSTAINED
ACADEMIC PERSPECTIVES AND
ATTENTION
BACKGROUND CHALLENGES
11.25 am-11.45 NAME OF CRISTELYN SHARNA
GRAEME SEVERINSEN CHEN MO HEYINGJIE FU JIAYI
am PRESENTERS CHRISTY

THE MEDIATOR
IMPACT OF
PERCEIVED PARENTAL
ANALYSIS OF THE PERCEPTION OF
THEME: EMERGING PSYCHOLOGY ON
PROBLEMS EXISTING THREE-
TECHNOLOGIES AND THE RELATIONSHIP
IN THE OPERATION OF GENERATIONAL
EDUCATION BETWEEN SUBJECTIVE THE EVOLUTION OF
ACADEMIC TAMILS ON THE
TITLE OF TITLE: ARTIFICIAL WELL-BEING, CHINESE JINGDEZHEN
COMMITTEES IN STATUS OF TAMIL
PRESENTATION INTELLIGENCE: INTELLIGENCE, IN THE BLUE AND
LOCAL MEDICAL LANGUAGE AND
ENHANCING WORKING MEMORY, WHITE PORCELAIN
COLLEGES AND TAMIL EDUCATION IN
TERTIARY TEACHING AND SELF ESTEEM
UNIVERSITIES: A CASE MALAYSIA: A CASE
PRACTICE. WITH ACADEMIC
STUDY STUDY
PERFORMANCE OF
UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
IN CHINA.
 WORKSHOP / PARALLEL SESSIONS: SESSION 1

11.50 am-12.10 NAME OF DR. VOLTISA DR. RAMILA DEVI DR NOORZAREITH

DR ROSINA MERRY A.GANDIMATHI TAO HUI JUAN
pm PRESENTERS THARTORI RAM SING SOFEIA

ALBANIA AND THE IMPACT OF

THEME: CREATIVE
KOSOVO-ALBANIA GAMIFICATION ON
TEACHING METHODS REVITALISING THE
IMMIGRANTS’ UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ THE EVOLVING THE IMPACT OF
RELATIONAL TRUST RURAL HOMESTAYS
PERCEPTIONS OF PERCEIVED LANDSCAPE OF CRITICAL THINKING
TITLE OF AND TECHNOLOGY: DESIGN TOWARDS
MENTAL WELL-BEING LEARNING OUTCOME GENDER-CENTRIC ON LEARNING
PRESENTATION WHAT DOES THIS SUSTAINABLE
AND THE USING THE SELF - USAGE IN SOCIAL ENGLISH LANGUAGE
MEAN FOR TOURISM IN
PSYCHOLOGICAL DETERMINATION AND MEDIA PLATFORMS (A CASE STUDY)
TEACHING AND NANCHANG
CHALLENGES FACED SOCIAL LEARNING
LEARNING?
IN MALAYSIA. THEORY

12.15 pm-12.35 NAME OF THANESH

ZHANG CHENKUN HUA GUO SHENG YANG YANG SI PEIPEI SIPANPAN
pm PRESENTERS BALAKRISHNAN

PRACTICE OF THE
A DEEPER LOOK INTO EXPLORATION OF CONSTRUCTION OF
A SURVEY OF ANXIETY THE INVESTIGATION
THE VALUE OF IDEOLOGICAL AND PRE-SCHOOL
SOLVAYAL E- AND DEPRESSION RESEARCH ON THE
PRACTICAL POLITICAL EDUCATION
DICTIONARY AND RELATED PRESENT SITUATION
TITLE OF EDUCATION OF EDUCATION IN THE PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT BASED FACTORS AMONG OF MOTHERS' GUIDED
PRESENTATION SPORTS TEACHING OF PUBLIC RESOURCE DATABASE
ON COGNITIVE LOAD HEARING AND VISUAL PARTICIPATION IN
COMPETITIONS IN TENNIS COURSES IN IN COLLEGES AND
THEORY DESIGN IMPAIRED MEDICAL PARENT-CHILD
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN THE UNIVERSITIES BASED
COLLEGE STUDENTS READING
UNIVERSITIES NEW ERA ON WECHAT
OFFICIAL ACCOUNT
WORKSHOP / PARALLEL SESSIONS: SESSION 1

MUZAYANA BINTI YUNERA CARLYNA

12.15 pm-12.35 NAME OF DR. WASHIMA CHE IBRAHIM K.GHANI
CHEN JIASONG WU YU TING ZHOU YAFEI
pm PRESENTERS DAN NUZHA BINTI DR GURDIP KAUR
MOHAMED TAHA SAMINDER SINGH
PROPOSAL
THE IMPACT OF
IDENTIFICATION A.
COVID-19:
RESEARCH TITLE
RELATIONSHIP OF
RESEARCH ON THE
TECHNOSTRESS CHALLENGES OF
REDEFINING EXPRESSION AND
AMONG THE WORKING MOTHERS
THE RESURGENCE OF LITERARINESS: A INNOVATION OF THE
JUDICIARIES IN CHILDREN'S
JINGDEZHEN REVIEW OF MOHD. APPRENTICESHIP OF CONTEXT OF BRUSH
TITLE OF EMPLOYEES WITH PRESCHOOL
CERAMIC ART: AN AFFANDI HASSAN’S MEDICAL STUDENTS AND INK IN THE
PRESENTATION MALAYSIA CIVIL INVOLVEMENT:
ANALYSIS OF PERSURATAN BARU IN CHINA CREATION OF
LITIGATION REFORMS DISCUSSION OF
INFLUENTIAL FACTORS (GENUINE CONTEMPORARY
IN HANDLING THE PRELIMINARY
LITERATURE) CHINESE OIL
ONLINE COURT FINDINGS
PAINTINGS – IN THE
PROCEEDING WITHIN
CASE OF WU
THE COURT OF
GUANZHONG'S OIL
APPEAL MALAYSIA
PAINTING

DR. SARFRAZ ASLAM

12.40 pm-1.00 NAME OF
HU QINGLIN LIU PING DR GURDIP KAUR
pm PRESENTERS
SAMINDER SINGH

SKILLS, ATTITUDE AND CONCEPTUAL PAPER: EXPLORING

CHALLEGES THE IMPACT OF UNIVERSITY
TOWARDS THE INTERCULTURAL EDUCATORS' VIEWS
APPLICATION OF LMS COMMUNICATION ON THE IMPACT OF
TITLE OF LEARNING COMPETENCE ON ARTIFICIAL
PRESENTATION MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ INTELLIGENCE
SYSTEM AT THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE TRANSFORMATIONS
JIANGXI PROVINCE LEARNING IN HIGHER
IN CHINA: A CASE MOTIVATION IN EDUCATION IN
STUDY JIANGXI, CHINA PAKISTAN
WORKSHOP / PARALLEL SESSIONS: SESSION 2

TIME SLOTS DETAILS ROOM 1 ROOM 2 ROOM 3 ROOM 4

MS. SUNDARI SUBASINI PROF DR. SUBADRAH

MODERATED BY DR. VOLTISA THARTORI PN. IZAWATI NGADNI
NESAMANY MADHAWA NAIR

2.00 pm-2.20 pm NAME OF PRESENTERS ONG DEE JEAN MA MINGHAN XU JIANFEI PAN DIANWANG

INVESTIGATION AND
RESEARCH ON THE COUNTERMEASURES OF
ENGAGING
EVALUATION CRITERIA FOR WUYIN OPERA ENTERING THE
SECONDARY STUDENTS THE TEACHING THINKING OF
THE GRADE OF SCHOOLS CAMPUS: A CASE STUDY OF
TITLE OF PRESENTATION TO LEARN ENGLISH WITH "FOUR-LINE ADVANCING" IN
WITH ICE AND SNOW THE AFFILIATED PRIMARY
EDUCATIONAL CARD VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
CHARACTERISTICS IN THE SCHOOL OF ZIBO NORMAL
GAMES
POST-OLYMPIC ERA COLLEGE IN SHANDONG
PROVINCE

DR. SITI KAUSAR ZAKARIA

2.25 pm-2.45 pm NAME OF PRESENTERS KOGILAM KANNIAPPAN HUANG HAO AZUREEN ABD AZIZ WANG JUN
PHAWANI VIJAYARATNAM

EXPLORATION AND
EXPLORATION AND PRACTICE OF ACADEMIC
THE EFFECTIVENESS AND
PRACTICE OF THE EARLY WARNING AND
CHALLENGES OF USING
IMPLEMENTATION QUALITY OVERVIEW CONCEPT OF SUPPORT MECHANISM FOR
PEAR DECK IN ENGLISH
TITLE OF PRESENTATION EVALUATION SYSTEM OF INTELLIGENCES AND UNDERGRADUATES IN
LANGUAGE CLASSES AT
LABOR EDUCATION IN MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES LOCAL UNDERGRADUATE
SUNWAY COLLEGE (KL):
LOCAL COLLEGES AND COLLEGES UNDER THE
A CASE STUDY
UNIVERSITIES CONCEPT OF “THREE ALL-
ROUND EDUCATION”
WORKSHOP / PARALLEL SESSIONS: SESSION 2

DR. GURDIP KAUR

DR NOORZAREITH DR SHOROUK ABOUDAHR
2.50 pm-3.10 pm NAME OF PRESENTERS DR. SITI KAUSAR ZAKARIA SAMINDER SINGH
SOFEIA ABDULRASHEED OLOWOSELU
DR SARFRAZ ASLAM

PARENTAL INFLUENCE
ANALYSIS OF PRINCIPALS’
ON CAREER AN ANALYSIS OF THE
CAPACITY BUILDING IN DIGITAL LEADERSHIP
ASPIRATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE OF AEC
INCLUSIVE EARLY APPROACHES ON TEACHERS’
READINESS OF COURSE CONTENT AND
TITLE OF PRESENTATION CHILDHOOD EDUCATION: DIGITAL TEACHING
CHILDREN WITH LECTURER COMPETENCIES
A DISCUSSION ON COMPLIANCES DURING THE
LEARNING DISABILITIES: BY CONVENTIONAL AND
PRELIMINARY FINDINGS GLOBAL PANDEMIC IN
EXPLORING SUPPORTIVE ONLINE LEARNERS
MALAYSIA
INVOLVEMENT
DR. ESAYAS TESHOME
3.15 pm-3.35 pm NAME OF PRESENTERS
TADDESE
THE IMPACT OF
MANDATED
COLLABORATION IN THE
TITLE OF PRESENTATION WORKPLACE: A CASE
STUDY OF ETHIOPIAN
PRIMARY SCHOOL
TEACHERS
CONFERENCE ABSTRACTS

Analysis of Principals’ Digital Leadership Approaches on Teachers’ Digital Teaching

Compliances during the Global Pandemic in Malaysia

Shorouk Aboudahr & Abdulrasheed Olowoselu

UNITAR International University Malaysia & Modibbo Adama University Nigeria

Principal digital leadership is the ability of a principal to use digital devices to influence teachers
to achieve school aims and objectives. The main purpose of this study is to identify the level of
digital leadership approaches of principals on the level of teachers' digital teaching
compliances during the global pandemic. About 100 secondary school teachers and 20
principals in Kedah, Malaysia participated in the study. The findings of this study revealed that
the level of digital leadership displayed by principals and teachers’ digital teaching
compliances are both at high level. However, the findings show that the ability to plan and
organize digital leadership programs is important and improved students' academic learning
and achievement despite the global pandemic complexities. The study concluded that digital
leadership approaches should be adopted as part of leadership approaches in schools.
Keywords: Digital Leadership, Teachers, Digital Teaching, Global Pandemic.

TE TUAKIRI O TE TANGATA|BEYOND THE SKIN OF MAN

Arapera Herewini-Card
Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand

This article focuses on research that draws attention to a Māori health model specifically
designed for Māori, with Māori and by Māori who are the indigenous people of Aotearoa New
Zealand. The health model is called Te tuakiri o te tangata which literally translated is Beyond
the skin of man therefore possibly implying an interest to study the anatomy of man. An interest
in arteries, veins, blood vessels, the circulatory system, the heart, all of which we know are
beyond the skin of man. However, this Māori health model, looks beyond the physical existence
of man, into a spiritual existence. Data collected for the purpose of this research identified that
for Māori it is important to remember that all things have a spiritual essence suggesting that all
things spiritual come from a celestial power and maintaining a healthy balance for Māori means
ensuring their physical and spiritual makeup are aligned with each other. This research follows a
kaupapa Māori approach as it sets out to make a positive difference for the indigenous people
of Aotearoa, New Zealand which discusses the cultural ground rules of respect and of sharing
processes and knowledges handed down from ancestors past. (Smith, 1999), p191. When
knowledge related to Te tuakiri o te tangata is gained it then places a responsibility upon all
educators to ensure that all children’s learning environments nurtures and cares for their physical
wellbeing and their spiritual wellbeing equally.
Enhancing Student Engagement in Higher Education Online Learning: Exploring Factors Affecting
Sustained Attention

Noorzareith Sofeia1, Zhao Jingxian2

Centre for Teaching & Learning, UNITAR International University, Faculty of Education, SEGi
University

Online education is becoming the primary style of instruction in higher education globally, raising
worries about its ability to hold students' attention. As online learning becomes more integrated
into educational systems, this study examines whether online teaching maintains students'
attention better than face-to-face instruction and the factors that affect it. The ultimate goal is to
increase online teaching, student engagement, and teaching and learning results. This case study
used semi-structured interviews at three Chinese colleges during global instability. Our study
examines teachers' instructional methods, technological pedagogical content knowledge
(TPACK) proficiency, students' active learning engagement, adaptability to the online learning
environment, teacher-student interaction dynamics, network stability, and the pervasive influence
of online teaching environments on students' sustained attention. The results show that online
students' sustained attention is lower than in face-to-face classes. This disparity is due to educators'
diverse teaching styles, TPACK proficiency levels, student active participation, online learning
challenges, teacher-student interaction limitations, network reliability issues, and distracting
entertainment software. Online teaching requires complete solutions to sustain student attention.
Pedagogical changes, student engagement initiatives, and online learning environment
optimizations are our suggestions. To improve student engagement and productivity online,
rigorous instructional experiments are recommended to test these methods.
Key words: Online Education, Student Attention, Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK),
Student Engagement, Teaching Methods

THE RESURGENCE OF JINGDEZHEN CERAMIC ART: AN ANALYSIS OF INFLUENTIAL FACTORS

Chen Jiasong, Dahlan bin Abdul Ghani

City University Malaysia

The resurgence of Jingdezhen Ceramic Art, a cherished cultural heritage of China, is influenced
by a multitude of factors that intersect art, culture, and economics. This research aims to
investigate these factors and their impact on revitalizing Jingdezhen Ceramic Art, shedding light
on the challenges and opportunities facing this historic art form. In the 21st century, Jingdezhen
has actively repositioned its ceramic industry by integrating traditional ceramic art with daily-use
ceramics, creating a unique blend of art and functionality. This transformation aligns with the
global trend of merging arts and business, where culture becomes a brand and an economic
driver. However, despite its rich history and cultural significance, contemporary ceramic
handicrafts in Jingdezhen face challenges related to originality in design and creativity. This study
seeks to explore the influence of cultural heritage, production methods, decorative design
elements, and modern design characteristics on the resurgence of Jingdezhen Ceramic Art.
Qualitative research, including in-depth interviews with key stakeholders in the industry, will be
conducted to gain insights into these factors. By delving into the perspectives of ceramic artists,
manufacturers, dealers, collectors, and academics, this research aims to provide a
comprehensive understanding of the dynamics at play in the resurgence of this treasured art form.

Keywords: Jingdezhen Ceramic Art, Cultural Heritage, Resurgence, Ceramic Industry, Creative
Economy, Cultural Factors, Design Elements, Qualitative Research.
The mediator impact of Perceived Parental Psychology on the Relationship between Subjective
Well-Being, Intelligence, Working Memory, and Self Esteem with Academic Performance of
University Students in China.

Chen Mo, Sarfraz Aslam

Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

This document represents a comprehensive outline of the various elements that impact the
scholastic achievements of college-level learners in China. The significance of comprehending
these factors is emphasized for educators, parents, and policymakers to devise precise
interventions, policies, and support systems. Through the promotion of equitable opportunities,
cultivation of a supportive learning milieu, and prioritization of students' psychological well-being,
stakeholders have the potential to augment academic achievements and facilitate a more
wholesome and balanced approach to education within China.

Keyword: Parental Psychology, Well-Being, Intelligence, Working Memory, and Self Esteem

Perception of Three-Generational Tamils on the Status of Tamil language and Tamil Education in
Malaysia: A Case Study

Cristelyn Sharna Christy

Faculty of Education and Humanities and Graduate School of Publications, UNITAR International
University, Malaysia

In today’s rapidly evolving cultural landscape, speaking heritage languages among societies
have become increasingly inadequate in capturing the generation’s attention as they fail to
understand the implications of not speaking their mother tongue languages (Sooi, 2023). The use
of other languages within a society due to economic, political reasons and employment have
widely spread especially within the Tamil society in Malaysia (Malaymail, 2023). This study will
present the narratives of a group of three generational Tamils which allows the researcher to
evaluate the status of TL within the current Tamil society and their perspective on Tamil Education
(TE) in Malaysia as 1) there is a need for an exploration on the status of TL within the Tamil society,
and 2) the necessity to identify and address the current society’s perception on Tamil Education
as it is reflecting on the low enrolment of students in Tamil schools, closure of Tamil schools and
lawsuit the close National Type (T) schools in Malaysia. This study employs a qualitative research
method where open- ended questionnaires and focus group discussion will be carried out. Three
generational Tamils from the T20 neighbourhood (Bangsar and Mont Kiara) were engaged in this
study to understand the status of Tamil language and their perception towards Tamil Education
in Malaysia. The outcome of this study will encourage the Tamil society to embrace TL by taking
the effort to learn and retain the language before the language falls under the category of
language loss within the Tamil households.

Keywords: mother tongue language, Tamil language, Tamils, perception, Tamil Education
 The Effectiveness and Challenges of Using Pear Deck in English Language Classes at Sunway
College (KL): A Case Study

Cristelyn Sharna Christy1*, Kogilam Kanniappan2*

1Faculty of Education and Humanities,2Graduate School of Publications, UNITAR International

University, Malaysia

Google Suite (G Suite) was launched in 2006 to support educators and students in their teaching
and learning experience (Giannikas & Papadima, 2019). G Suite introduced various inbuilt
platforms that can be used as teaching and learning tools, including Google Slides. Pear Deck
(PD) is an add-on educational tool that can be linked to GS, where it helps educators to design
interactive teaching and learning slides easily as well as assessments, promoting active learning.
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, traditional teaching methods for language
instruction have become increasingly inadequate in capturing students' attention and
maintaining their engagement. The purpose of this study is to address the following questions
based on identifying the problem: How effective is Pear Deck in English Language Classes, and
what are the challenges that teachers encounter while using Pear Deck? The research gap
consists of two main components: 1) the need for a detailed exploration of Pear Deck's
effectiveness in enhancing students' English language proficiency and engagement in the
context of Sunway College (KL), and 2) the necessity to identify and address the challenges that
teachers and students encounter when integrating Pear Deck into their English language classes.
This study employed three qualitative data collection methods: semi-structured interviews, focus
group discussions, and document analysis. The overall findings of this study have indicated that
PD is an effective tool if it is not used in every lesson. Hence, it comes down to teachers' creativity
in planning their lessons using PD.

Keywords: pear deck, digital tool, google education, G-Suite

A survey of anxiety and depression and related factors among hearing and visual impaired
medical college students

SI PEIPEI, Esayas Teshome Taddese

UNITAR International University

To understand the status of mental health among college students with hearing impairment and
visual impairment in Medical college, and to provide empirical evidence and suggestions for
targeted psychological assistance for disabled college students. Methods：Using typical survey
method, a total of 508 college students with hearing impairment, visual impairment and ordinary
college students were selected to conduct a self-evaluation questionnaire survey in the School of
Special Education of Medical University. The questionnaire covered self-made general situation
questionnaire and self-rating scales of anxiety & depression. Results：The detection rates of
anxiety symptoms in the three categories of hearing-impaired, visually-impaired and ordinary
college students were 21.21%, 15.38% and 22.91% respectively; the detection rates of depression
symptoms were 33.33%, 27.88% and 29.11% respectively, and the difference was not statistically
significant ( P>0.05). Conclusion There are almost no differences in the detection rate of anxiety
and depression symptoms among college students with hearing and visual impairment on
campus compared with ordinary college students. Social support from school, family, friends, or
lovers are the key factors in reducing anxiety and depression of college students with disabilities.

Key words: anxiety; depression; visually- impaired college students; hearing- impaired college
students
 The Investigation Research on the Present Situation of Mothers' Guided Participation in Parent-
child Reading
SIPANPAN, Shorouk Aboudahr2
1&2Faculty of Education and Humanities ,UNITAR International University, Malaysia

This study mainly uses the questionnaire survey method and the interview method, takes 300
young child mothers in the Z kindergarten of Zhenjiang city as the research object, has made
the investigation and research on the current situation of the child mother's guiding participation
in parent-child reading.Through the investigation found :(1) the parent-child reading has the
guidance participation, but the participation degree is general. (2) The mother pays attention
to the guiding participation in parent-child reading in psychology and behavior, and has
mastered simple skills, but there are still problems. (3) The main problems are: the mother's role
consciousness is not clear, the reading concept needs to be updated; the reading material is
chosen at will, the type of reading content is single; no practical reading plan is made, and the
creation of reading environment is not paid attention to; the reading guidance method is
monotonous and can not be used flexibly. The researchers analyzed the reasons from four
aspects: mother's lack of professional theoretical knowledge of early childhood education,
family's lack of reading atmosphere, kindergarten's lack of professional parent-child reading
support, and society's lack of specialized parent-child reading training courses.In view of the
existing problems, the guiding strategies for improving the parent-child reading instruction of the
mother in the child are: establishing the correct concept of role awareness and parent-child
reading; preparing appropriate and diverse reading materials; doing a good“time and
space”planner; helping mothers become a professional reading guide.
Keywords: Parent-child reading; Guided participation; Mother's guided participation

Overview Concept of Intelligences and Multiple Intelligences

Siti Kausar Zakaria1, Azureen Abd Aziz2, Phawani Vijayaratnam2
UNITAR International University1 ,Inti International University2

Intelligence is frequently misunderstood as only mathematical and linguistic intelligence. Other

forms of intelligence are not recognized in the educational world. The same is true when it comes
to thinking of intelligence as something that cannot be changed. The library method is used in
this concept paper to analyze the problem, purpose, rationale of the study, and research
findings. Theories of intelligence that favor IQ intelligence are less relevant in modern education,
which emphasizes transferable or career values. The application of IQ intelligence in a career
field is extremely limited. The theory of multiple intelligences, which recognizes the diversity of
human intelligences, is applicable in both education and career. The theory of multiple
intelligences can be used not only as a learning style, but also as a foundation of knowledge
when deciding on a career. A diverse talent has been not discovered if the focus had been
solely on the intelligence of mathematical logic and language. Similarly, human potential is
unlikely to be developed by focusing solely on analytical intelligence. Recent empirical
neuroscience research confirm that the theory of intelligence has a correlation with the structure
and nerves of the brain. The implications of this concept paper are critical for use in education
that only recognizes IQ intelligence. In dealing with complex problems in life, fluid and crystallized
intelligence are combining, implies that there is no such thing as general intelligence or
analytical intelligence solely. General intelligence must collaborate with other contextual
intelligences to complete many complicated tasks.
Keywords: Intelligence, Multiple Intelligence, Heredity, Environment, Learning styles,
Neuroscience, Fluid Intelligence, Crystallized Intelligence
 The Impact of Gamification On University Students’ Perceived Learning Outcome Using The Self -
Determination And Social Learning Theory

Ramila Devi 1*, Praveen Kumar2**

1Facultyof Business, Post Graduate Department, Unitar International University, Malaysia
2School of Commerce and Management, Graduate School, Bharath University, Chennai, India

Educational institutions are continually revising their strategies on the quality of education and
responsibility at all levels to prepare students for labor markets. The instructor needs to offer the
courses in a more meaningful way because conventional teachings are inadequate for the modern
generation with a lower attention span. In general, instructors discuss various teacher-centered
approaches such as flipped classroom, expeditionary learning, inquiry-based learning, game-based
learning, and personalized learning as an alternative however lacked adequate knowledge in
designing and instigating. The most topical development is game-based learning, a versatile
learning tool that allows the introduction of appropriate games in the classroom. Even though
incorporating games into the classroom is time-consuming, challenging, and costly, little is known
about their effect on students' self-determination, social learning, and game adaptability. The goal
of this study is to look into how gamification in the classroom, through various gamification tools and
user experience in playing games, affects students' learning abilities (cognitive, affective, and
behavioral), as well as motivation.

Keywords: Gamification, Self-determination theory, Social Learning, Improving classroom teaching,

Interactive learning environments, Teaching/learning strategies

Solvayal E-Dictionary Development Based on Cognitive Load Theory Design

Thanesh Balakrishnan, Edward Devadason

UNITAR International University

This study investigates the development and impact of Solvayal E-Dictionary, a technological tool
based on Cognitive Load Theory, in meeting the educational needs of lower primary students
studying the Tamil language. With a focus on the Multimedia Highway Corridor (MSC) initiative in
Malaysia and the broader context of Vision 2020, the study explores the role of Solvayal E-Dictionary
in providing a localized and innovative solution for language learners. The e-dictionary's integration
of multimedia elements aligns with Cognitive Load Theory, emphasizing a user-friendly interface to
enhance comprehension and engagement. The research objectives include identifying
educational needs, examining user experiences, and evaluating overall effectiveness. Qualitative
research methods, including interviews and focus group discussions, will be employed to capture
nuanced insights. The significance of Solvayal E-Dictionary in shaping a dynamic and engaging
learning environment is emphasized, highlighting its potential impact on improving the quality and
achievements of Tamil language students in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs).

Keywords: Solvayal E-Dictionary, Cognitive Load Theory, multimedia learning, language education,
technological innovation, engagement, Tamil language, Vision 2020, Multimedia Highway Corridor
(MSC), Malaysia,
Albania And Kosovo-Albania Immigrants’ Perceptions of Mental Well-Being and The Psychological Challenges
Faced In Malaysia.

Voltisa Thartori, Nik Ahmad Hisham Ismail

UNITAR International University

Immigrants who relocate to a foreign country often face numerous stressors and challenges as they try to
assimilate to a new culture. This transition can often have a significant impact on their mental well-being. In this
qualitative study, we aim to explore and examine the life experiences of 16 Albanian and Kosovo-Albania
immigrants who have settled in Malaysia, as well as those who previously resided in Malaysia but are now living
in Australia and Albania. This study aimed to investigate two main objectives: (i) to explore immigrants’
psychological problems and how they perceive and approach mental well-being; and (ii) to identify the
challenges and barriers that immigrants face in Malaysia. The data was obtained using a qualitative
phenomenological case study, using in-depth semi-structured interviews. The interviews were audio-recorded,
transcribed, and thematically analysed. The study's findings indicate that immigrants' mental well-being is
positively affected by inner peace, happiness, fulfilling family needs, a balanced life, and self-improvement. On
the other hand, challenges related to visa and employment pass issues, difficulty in securing employment status,
feeling like a foreigner, and lack of family support have a negative impact on their mental well-being. The
study's findings advocate for targeted support programmes to address the psychological challenges of
Albanian immigrants. Prioritising inner peace and self-improvement benefits their mental well-being.
Policymakers are encouraged to prioritise reducing employment pass difficulties and fostering an inclusive job
market to improve employment opportunities for this community.

Keywords: Immigrants, Mental wellbeing, Foreigner, Challenges, and barriers of immigrants

Relational Trust and Technology: What Does This Mean For Teaching And Learning?

Dr Rosina Merry
Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand (ECNZ)

This presentation will introduce the concept of relational trust and digital technology, a critical aspect derived
from the presenter's doctoral research. The foundation of this concept lies in acknowledging that educators,
including lecturers and teachers, as well as students, who foster trust in the transformative potential of digital
technology, are more inclined to actively embrace and integrate it into their teaching and learning practices.
As the landscape of education continues to evolve in the era of digitalization, understanding the dynamics of
relational trust becomes imperative for creating an environment conducive to technological advancement.

Keywords: Relational trust, Technology, Teaching, Learning

 Redefining Literariness: A Review of Mohd. Affandi Hassan’s Persuratan Baru (Genuine Literature)

Washima Che Dan

UNITAR International University

The Formalist tradition, which was first responsible for introducing the idea of the ‘literariness’ of a text,
resulted in much attention being given to the organisation and the form of language in creative works.
This meant that in defining the literariness of a text, more attention is given to the “special linguistic and
formal properties” (Baldick 2008) of literary texts and less to extraliterary conditions such as history or
sociocultural phenomena under which a literary text might have been created. These properties include
those literary devices common in literary studies such as patterns of sound and repetition, figures of
speech, and plot or narrative structure. Also important is the concept of “defamiliarisation” and its
application to both style and content. This paper reviews this idea of literariness and argues that the focus
on linguistic form as a measure of literariness has led to style becoming the overriding element in defining
literature. Subsequently, the purpose of literature has been somewhat distorted, in that the message (i.e.
the content) of a literary work has become of secondary importance. This paper reviews the analytical
framework introduced by Mohd. Affandi Hassan in analysing Malay literature, Persuratan Baru, and
considers its applicability in redefining literariness in the bigger context of Islamic literature.

Keywords: Literature, literariness, Formalism, Islamic literature, Malay literature, Persuratan Baru

Apprenticeship of Medical Students in China

Wu Yuting1*, Wong Siew Ping2

Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies, City University Malaysia, Selangor, Malaysia

This literature review delves into the evolution and significance of modern apprenticeships for medical
students in Jiangxi, China. Historically, medical education in China was rooted in traditional Chinese
medicine, with a primary apprenticeship-based training model. The introduction of Western medical
education in the early 20th century brought about a shift towards a more structured and hierarchical
system. However, the changing socio-political landscape, especially during the "Reform and Opening"
era, influenced the medical education system, leading to the introduction of "barefoot doctors" and
community-based healthcare. Modern apprenticeships have emerged as a pivotal component of
China's medical education system, offering students hands-on clinical experience alongside seasoned
professionals. This approach not only bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical
application but also addresses the rising demand for high-quality healthcare services in the country.
Despite its advantages, the apprenticeship model faces challenges such as ensuring standardization and
accessibility for all students. The review underscores the potential of apprenticeships in enhancing the
clinical skills, career readiness, and overall professional development of medical students.

Keywords: Modern Apprenticeships, Medical Education, Jiangxi, Clinical Training, Traditional Chinese
Medicine.
 Investigation and countermeasures of Wuyin Opera entering the campus: A case study of the
affiliated primary school of Zibo Normal College in Shandong Province

Xu Jianfei1*
1Faculty Of Education & Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

Wuyin Opera is a traditional Chinese musical art form that piques students' curiosity about music,
culture, and opera. But students today might be more familiar with contemporary music and
culture on campuses, which could be problematic for the Wuyin opera tradition. In order to raise
students' knowledge and understanding of traditional culture, the study will look into how Wuyin
opera might be taught on campuses. This study employs the "insiders and outsiders" paradigm in
ethnomusicology, drawing on theory and practice. It looks into the "Wuyin Opera on Campus"
project, gathering information through interviews and questionnaires. Examining this model's
shortcomings and coming up with fixes will help ensure the exceptional traditional Chinese music
culture known as "Wuyin Opera" is preserved and passed down for future generations.
Keywords: Wuyin Opera; traditional Chinese; musical art insiders and outsiders

A Study On The Professional Identity Of Preschool Education Students With Different Academic
Background

Yu Qingen 1, Noraini Hj.Zainal Abidin2

1&2Faculty Of Education and Liberal Studies, City University Malaysia.

The professional identity of college students majoring in preschool education has an important
impact on the quality of preschool education in my country and the development of the country.
Preschool education students are the main force of future preschool teachers, but differences in
gender, academic qualifications, school system, etc. will affect the quality of preschool
education students. Occupational identity makes a difference. This study selected preschool
education students from an undergraduate university in Zhejiang Province and preschool
education students from a vocational and technical college as the research subjects, analyzed
the overall situation of professional identity of preschool education college students, and
compared the differences in gender, academic qualifications, grade, and the presence or
absence of internships. Differences in four aspects to provide empirical support for related
research. Research shows that the vocational identity of preschool education students is at an
upper-middle level, with no significant differences in terms of gender, grade, and presence of
internships. There are large differences in "vocational abilities" among students with different
academic qualifications. Discuss based on the research results, analyze the influencing factors,
and make suggestions from three aspects: government, universities and individuals.

Keywords: Students majoring in preschool education; Professional identity; Pre employment

 Challenges of Working Mothers in Children's Preschool Involvement: Discussion of Preliminary Findings.

Yunera Carlyna K.Ghani, Gurdip Kaur Saminder Singh

Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Kelana Jaya, Selangor

This preliminary study explores the involvement of working mothers in their children's preschool
education in Malaysia, considering their perceptions and potential problems. As societal norms
evolve, more mothers balance employment with child-rearing, making it crucial to understand the
dynamics of preschool involvement in this context. Obtaining initial findings on working mothers’
involvement was critical as it contributed towards the development of the next phase of research.
Initial findings based on the qualitative methodology, interviewed 15 working mothers to
understand in-depth on the challenges Malaysian working mothers face on a daily basis parallel
their involvement in their children’s preschool education. Major findings include time constraints,
financial instability, work-life balance, evolution of education system and societal expectations.

Keywords: working mothers, preschool education, involvement

A Deeper Look Into The Value Of Practical Education Of Sports Competitions In Colleges And
Universities

Zhang Chenkun, Shorouk Aboudahr

UNITAR International University

At present, the educational significance of university sports competitions is becoming more and
more prominent, and it has become an important educational activity to promote the overall
development of students, which can play a role in improving the comprehensive quality of students
and cultivating their good will quality. In this context, this paper adopts the literature analysis
method and interview method to explore the values and ways of change in the practical
education of university sports competitions. The results show that university sports competitions have
the functions of direct parenting, radiation parenting and event guidance. In view of the results of
the study, this paper proposes the following optimization paths: (1) we should adhere to the value
concept of education as the core, so that college students can establish healthy sports values; (2)
improve the way of competition, shaping the "sports role model", and forming a good atmosphere
of full participation; (3) colleges and universities should actively organise competitions, and improve
the guarantee system of competitions; (4) universities should actively organise competitions, and
improve the guarantee system of competitions; (5) universities should actively organise
competitions, and improve the guarantee system of competitions. (3) Colleges and universities
actively organise competitions and improve the guarantee system of the competitions; (4) Establish
the guiding ideology of the competitions and arrange the competitions scientifically.

Keywords: sports competitions; practical education; value

 Research on The Expression And Innovation of The Context of Brush And Ink In The Creation of
Contemporary Chinese Oil Paintings – In The Case of Wu Guanzhong's Oil Painting

Zhou Yafei
UNITAR International University

Since the development of Chinese oil painting, it is far from enough to learn from Western oil
painting concepts and techniques. In the modern and contemporary times with the diversified
development of culture and art, the majority of Chinese oil painting creators must be deeply
rooted in the artistic and cultural soil of their own nation and absorb creative nutrients from ink
painting. Accordingly, it is necessary for us to analyze and study the expression of the artistic
language of ink painting in the creation of modern and contemporary Chinese oil paintings.
Starting from the language of artistic conception, the language of charm, the language of
space, and the language of brush and ink, it explains the structure and composition of the artistic
language of ink painting.

Key words expression and innovation, brush and ink, hospital policy China, contemporary
Chinese oil paintings, Wu Guanzhong's oil painting

Practice of the construction of pre-school education professional resource database in

colleges and universities based on WeChat official account.

Yang Yang
UNITAR International University, Malaysia

On the basis of combing and investigating the relevant status quo, this paper puts forward a
theoretical framework of pre-school education professional resource library in colleges and
universities based on WeChat official account. According to the theoretical framework, a pre-
school education professional resource library based on WeChat official account is preliminarily
designed to promote the optimization, aggregation, sharing and management of high-quality
pre-school education resources.

Keywords: WeChat official account; Preschool education majors in universities; Resource

database
 Parental Influence on Career Aspirations and Readiness of Children with Learning Disabilities: Exploring
Supportive Involvement

Noorzareith Sofeia1, Affezah Ali2, Wan Puspa Melati Wan Halim2,

Centre for Teaching & Learning, UNITAR International University 1.
Department of Social Science, School of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Taylor’s University2

This study explores the impact of parental influence on career development and employment preparation for
adults with learning impairments (LDs). Parental attitudes, support systems, and labelled outcome expectancy
are examined through quantitative surveys, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions. Quantitative
studies show that parents have moderate views of their LD children's employment readiness and abilities.
Parents' views of their children's aptitude and work preparedness are positively correlated. Qualitative data
stress how parents evaluate preparation based on skill improvements, vocational training, and distinctive talent
development. Parents' verbal encouragement, direction, and different activities are crucial. As advocates,
they inform employers and coworkers about their children's circumstances to create a friendly workplace.
Some parents worry about their kids' safety and adaptability in new workplaces. Regression research shows
that LD children's employment readiness is strongly influenced by labelled outcome anticipation, including self-
efficacy. This highlights the importance of parental impressions and judgments in determining their children's
workforce entry. The report suggests awareness, early intervention, supporting networks, targeted career
counselling, inclusion advocacy, collaboration, and parent mental health assistance. These policies attempt
to enable LD people to follow their career goals, ease family concerns, and help them enter the workforce.
Overall, acknowledging and resolving parental influence can help LD individuals find meaningful and happy
careers.

Keywords: Learning Disabilities, Parental Influence, Career Development, Employment Readiness, Outcome
Expectancy

The Evolving Landscape of Gender-Centric Usage in Social Media Platforms

Noorzareith Sofeia, Zhao Jingxian

Centre for Teaching & Learning, UNITAR International University, Faculty of Education, SEGi University.

A cross-sectional survey of Chinese and Malaysian social media users examines the changing gender-centric
social media ecosystem. The study examines gender differences in platform preferences, usage habits, and
communication styles in online social contexts. The 128 respondents' data reveal how gender affects social
media preferences, content sharing, and engagement. The findings show that gender affects social media
user experiences through affecting audience composition, engagement, and content choices. Male users
choose Twitter and Facebook, while female users prefer Pinterest and Instagram. This study also shows how
gender norms and societal expectations affect social media use, self-presentation, and marketing and
advertising methods. Social expectations and preconceptions influence how different genders exhibit
themselves online, according to most respondents. This research sheds light on gender and social media in the
digital age, emphasizing the necessity for cross-cultural and longitudinal studies. Future research should
examine intersectionality, platform-specific studies, and LGBTQ+ social media experiences. These research
fields aim to better understand gender dynamics on social media and improve digital inclusivity. This study
illuminates how gender identities and cultural expectations affect online platforms and behaviors, adding to
gender and social media research.

Keywords: Gender-Centric Social Media, Online Gender Disparities, Social Media User Behavior, Gender
Norms in Digital Space, Online Social Inclusivity
 The Impact of Mandated Collaboration in the Workplace: A Case Study of Ethiopian Primary School
Teachers

Esayas Teshome Taddese

UNITAR International University

This qualitative case study explores how implementing mandated collaboration in the workplace impacts
teachers’ professional practices based on the experience of primary school teachers in Ethiopia. The study
adopted a constructivist orientation, which prompted the use of qualitative methods of inquiry, and data
were collected through eighteen one-to-one interviews and three focus group discussions (FGDs). The
findings indicated that implementing mandated teacher collaboration might be helpful in the early
stages of teacher collaboration as a starter from which a voluntary and authentic collaborative culture
emerges, yet it is not necessarily a good thing once collaborative practices are well initiated. That means,
despite its potential for fostering teacher professional learning, mandated collaboration can be a threat
to the professional autonomy of teachers; it can also intensify conflict, nurture groupthink, and promote
social loafing among teachers.

Keywords: teacher collaboration; Teacher professional learning; primary school; professional

development; Ethiopia

Investigating Play-Based Learning in Malaysian Early Childhood Education: A Study of Diploma Students'
Perspectives and Challenges

Fong Jia Yean1, Izawati Ngadni2

1School of Social Science, UOW(Malaysia) KDU College
2Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University

Play is natural and essential to childhood (Tekyi-Arhin, 2023). This is important to children as play helps
children to develop important skills such as problem-solving skills, creativity skills, and social skills such as
sharing, taking turns, and communication skills (Faiz Fauzi, 2022). Play-based learning is a teaching method
that emphasizes play and promotes children's cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development
through activities that spark imagination and curiosity. Play is significant in early childhood education in
Malaysia nowadays as this is essential to prepare young children's minds for lifetimes of learning.
Implementation of play-based learning is increasing in early childhood education in Malaysia as it has
been integrated into the early childhood curriculum. This study explores the perception of diploma
students of play-based learning in Malaysia’s early childhood education and the challenges that students
identified in implementing play-based learning in Malaysia. This research uses a qualitative case study
approach to explore diploma students’ perspectives and challenges. This study will contribute to the
ongoing discourse on early childhood education in Malaysia by shedding light on the views of diploma
students who will become the next generation of educators.

Keywords: play-based learning, Malaysia Early Childhood Education, Benefit, Challenges, Perception.
 Analysis of the problems existing in the operation of academic committees in
local medical colleges and universities: A Case Study

Fu Jiayi
UNITAR International University

Despite the national policy guidance and university documents, academic committees of local medical
colleges and universities still need improvement. The academic committee can not give full play to its
role, which seriously affects the level of academic governance and the overall development of the
university. This qualitative case study examines the problems in the operation of the academic committee
in a local medical university from the perspective of team performance management and discusses the
underlying reasons. The study used a purposive sampling method to select five members of the academic
committee and five administrative staff from a local medical university in Shandong Province, China, as
participants. The researcher collected data through interviews. After analysing the data combined with
the team performance management model, the problems are concentrated in the following aspects:
the positioning of the academic committee is unclear; the composition is unreasonable; the operation
mechanism is not sound; there are differences in the ability of members to perform their duties; ignoring
stakeholders; team and individual lack of reflection and improvement. Based on the perspective of the
secretariat of the academic committee, the researchers put forward several suggestions for the
academic committee. These findings and recommendations will help the Academic Committee in the
case to improve and enhance operational efficiency in the next transition.

Keywords: operation, academic committees, Local medical, colleges, universities

The Impact of Critical Thinking on Learning

English Language (A Case Study)

A.Gandimathi
Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, UNITAR International University

Critical thinking has been encouraged largely in Malaysia to create awareness to the public. This is due
to the fact that students are not able to use their critical thinking skills and upon graduating are not able
to bring it out to their real life. Nowadays, some teachers use the traditional method of teaching whereby
the students may not be given the opportunity to think critically. As such, if critical thinking is initiated in
schools, it would mould citizens who are more creative and able to use their skills effectively later. This
case study investigates the use of critical thinking in language learning and how it enhances English
Language among ESL learners. A qualitative method was used and data were collected using semi-
structured interview. The sample involved post graduate students in Selangor in order to gain a deep
insight of students’ critical thinking enhancement in language learning. The data were analysed
qualitatively using content analysis. The findings of the study revealed that students were able to learn
better using critical thinking which enhanced their English language skills. Moreover, the results indicated
that the students were able to engage in reflective and independent thinking to solve problems in learning
by using critical thinking.

Keywords: critical thinking, constructivism, ESL leaners, learning

 Artificial Intelligence: Enhancing Tertiary Teaching Practice.

Graeme Severinsen
Te Rito Maioha, Early Childhood New Zealand (ECNZ)

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in tertiary education is now part of significant debate and
experimentation. This presentation examines the potential benefits of embracing AI, while addressing the
challenges and concerns associated with its adoption. Mitigation of AI, once seen as preserving academic
integrity, is struggling to keep apace. Instead, academics need to embrace AI, making it fit for purpose and
enjoying the opportunity to reinvigorate their teaching and assessment practices for more personalised
student learning and an improved student experience. This presentation will unpack how to incorporate AI
for enhancing online pedagogical practice in tertiary studies.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Tertiary, Teaching Practice

Capacity Building in Inclusive Early Childhood Education: A discussion on preliminary findings

Gurdip Kaur Saminder Singh; Sarfraz Aslam

UNITAR International University

The term 'Inclusion' has over the years gained much attention and at the same time misconception in many
countries around the globe. In the context of inclusion in education, the term "inclusion" in each country has
a set of policies, ideologies, and practices but nevertheless it all aims at ensuring that all students, regardless
of their backgrounds, abilities, or differences, have equal access to high-quality education. It demands
nations to create learning environments where every child is accepted, respected, and supported, and
where diversity is seen as a strength rather than a barrier. The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, a
global initiative adopted by United Nations Member States in September 2015, has specifically pointed out
the importance of inclusive education as a means to achieve sustainable development. It recognizes
inclusion in its Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) which is dedicated to Education and specifically
states that to be sustainable, nations must "ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote
lifelong learning opportunities for all." The Global Education 2030 Agenda recognizes that inclusion should
be a principal commitment from as early as infants and is a fundamental component of individual
empowerment, social progress, and sustainable societies. Although much has been deliberated in 'The
Education 2030 Framework for Action' on the importance of inclusion in early childhood education, this
paper discusses the early observations and dialogues collected in collaboration with twenty-five teachers
from multiple preschool settings. The major preliminary findings point out to a lack of training citing a huge
gap in pre-service and in-service training of educators in support of inclusive ECCE.

Keywords: inclusive early childhood education; capacity building; pre-service teachers; in-service
 The Evolution of Chinese Jingdezhen In The Blue And White Porcelain

Heyingjie, Khairun Nisa Mustaffa Halabi2

1Faculty 0f Art And Design, City University Malaysia

The study explores the fascinating journey of Chinese Jingdezhen porcelain, particularly focusing on its
transformation in the context of blue and white ceramics. Over centuries, Jingdezhen has been a
renowned center for porcelain production, and blue and white porcelain has held a significant place
within this tradition. This research endeavors to trace the evolution of blue and white porcelain in
Jingdezhen, shedding light on the intricate development, techniques, and artistic influences that have
shaped this unique art form. To comprehensively understand the evolution of blue and white porcelain in
Jingdezhen, a quantitative approach will be employed. This will involve collecting and analyzing historical
production data, including the quantity and types of blue and white porcelain produced over different
periods. Statistical methods will be used to identify trends, production peaks, and changes in design
preferences. Data will be sourced from historical records, archaeological findings, and museum
collections. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of Chinese
Jingdezhen blue and white porcelain. By combining quantitative and qualitative analyses, we will
uncover the historical, artistic, and cultural factors that have contributed to the development of this
exquisite porcelain tradition. The findings will offer insights into the changing tastes, production techniques,
and cultural significance of blue and white porcelain in Jingdezhen over time. Ultimately, this research
seeks to contribute to a deeper appreciation and knowledge of one of China's most treasured artistic
legacies.

Keywords: blue and white porcelain, Jingdezhen, innovation, tradition, cultural identity

Exploration of Ideological and Political Education in the Teaching of Public Tennis Courses in Universities
in the New Era

Hua GuoSheng, Sarfraz Aslam

Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

In the field of sports, various sports have different experiential characteristics, such as competitive sports.
Education and leisure sports, athletics, and ball games, etc., provide multiple aspects for ideological and
political construction. Through rigorous analysis, it has been found that tennis sports have fast pace and
confrontation. Strong sexual appeal, great fun, high requirements for physical and psychological qualities,
and at the same time, this integration. The education program is in line with the pursuit of fashion among
college students and is highly popular among students in Chinese universities. Likes and possesses other
physical education majors in cultivating students' ideological and moral character and willpower qualities.
An irreplaceable advantage characteristic. Therefore, tennis courses as ideological and political
education for college students. The carrier of governance education, fully utilizing the educational
function of tennis, through teaching in tennis education. The integration of ideological and political
teaching methods and means in learning is undoubtedly an important innovation for ideological and
political teaching measures.
 Skills, Attitude And Challeges Towards The Application Of Lms Learning Management System At The
Jiangxi Province In China: A Case Study

Hu Qinglin, Noraini Hj Zainal Abidin

City University

In recent years, the adoption of Learning Management Systems (LMS) has been a pivotal development
in the field of education, offering a digital platform that facilitates teaching and learning. This case study
specifically focuses on Jiangxi Province in China, aiming to understand the dynamics of LMS
implementation within this region. Jiangxi Province, with its diverse educational landscape, presents a
unique context for investigating the skills, attitudes, and challenges surrounding the application of LMS.
The study investigates the skills required for educators and students to effectively harness the potential of
LMS, considering technological proficiency, content development, and interactive engagement. It also
explores the evolving attitudes of both educators and students towards digital learning platforms,
shedding light on the adaptation process and the changing paradigms in education. Furthermore, this
research delves into the challenges faced in the implementation of LMS in Jiangxi Province. These
challenges may encompass issues such as infrastructure limitations, pedagogical adjustments, and the
digital divide. Understanding these challenges is critical to devising effective strategies for the successful
integration of LMS in the province's educational system. By shedding light on the skills, attitudes, and
challenges, this study provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders in Jiangxi
Province and offers a broader perspective on LMS adoption in the global educational context.

Keywords: Learning Management System (LMS), Education Technology, Skill Development, Attitudinal
Shift, Educational Challenges

Exploration And Practice of The Implementation Quality Evaluation System of Labor Education
In Local Colleges And Universities

Huang Hao
Faculty of Education & Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

The evaluation of the impact of labor education has emerged as a key area for educational
reform, which has improved the evaluation standards and frameworks for labor education and
curriculum implementation. However, there are still issues with the current labor education
implementation quality evaluation system in experimental and practical training courses,
including the use of straightforward evaluation methods and single means as well as the inability
to provide feedback on the evaluation results to the design and implementation of the
curriculum. This paper analyzes and summarizes the implementation objectives, implementation
processes, and evaluation results of the implementation of the experimental and practical
training courses based on their implementation in local colleges and universities. On this
foundation, the LCPI course evaluation model is investigated and developed with the goal of
offering an operational course evaluation model for the implementation of quality evaluation
of labor education in nearby colleges and universities. This model integrates course positioning
analysis, content setting, process evaluation, and implementation feedback.

Keywords: Local Universities; Experimental Training; Labor Education; Evaluation System

 Exploration and Practice of Academic Early Warning and Support Mechanism for Undergraduates in Local
Undergraduate Colleges under the Concept of “Three All-Round Education”

Wang Jun1,*
1Faculty of Education & Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

Academic atmosphere construction is the critical link in carrying out the core duties of moral instruction and
talent cultivation in universities. Using a literature analysis and theoretical-practical integration, this study
examines a local undergraduate institution as a case study to identify concerns and deficiencies in its
academic early warning and Support Mechanism. The study presents an academic early warning and support
mechanism based on the “Three All-Round Education”, stressing holistic, continuous, and comprehensive
student development by combining practical insights. The study seeks to aid academically challenged
students in improving their academic performance by facilitating their progress and contributing to the overall
improvement of the university's academic atmosphere by cultivating an environment of all-encompassing
education.

An Analysis of the Acceptance of AEC Course Content and Lecturer Competencies by Conventional and
Online Learners

Siti Kausar Zakaria, Noorhuda Abdul Karim, Norul Huda Mohd Ghazali
UNITAR International University

AEC (Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization) is a required course at higher education institutions in Malaysia. It
is offered by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education aims to educate students on the concept of good
ethics in everyday life as well as to help them appreciate the diversity of Malaysian society. This quantitative
study intends to investigate acceptance of course content and lecturers' competencies between online and
conventional learners, as well across faculties and ethnicities at a private university in this country. The data
collected randomly through google online questionnaires. A total of 359 undergraduates who enrolled the
course have answered the questionnaire. The collected data was entered into SPSS (Statistical Packaged for
Social Sciences) version 29.0. Result of Independent T-Test indicated that there was no significant difference in
acceptance of course contents between the online and conventional classroom contexts but regarding
lecturers’ competencies, it shows significance differences between groups respectively. Students positively
respond to the lecturers’ competencies compared to the course contents. Based on one-way ANOVA
analysis, there was a significant difference in acceptance of lecturers' competencies between faculties but
not the acceptance of course contents. There was also a significance difference in acceptance of course
contents between ethnic groups but not in lecturers’ competencies. This work is expected to add to existing
knowledge and help guide those working in higher education settings to establish more effective strategies
for the optimization of learning management systems. To ensure that the content is current and relevant, the
course should be reviewed on a regular basis. Curriculum designers and lecturers should work together to
identify areas that require updates or enhancements to keep up with evolving ethical and civilizational issues.
To improve their pedagogical skills, lecturers should actively seek professional development opportunities such
as creating an engaging learning environment.

Key words: Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization Course, Course Contents, Lecturers’ Competencies
Research on the Evaluation Criteria for the Grade of Schools with Ice and Snow Characteristics in the Post-
Olympic Era

Ma Minghan, Shorouk Aboudahr

Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

The success of the Beijing Olympic Games has greatly promoted the development of ice and snow sports in
China. This paper takes the grade evaluation standard of schools with ice and snow characteristics as the
research object, adopts the literature method and expert interview method to establish the grade
evaluation standard of schools with ice and snow characteristics preliminarily; adopts the Delphi method to
carry out the expert questionnaire survey, and amends and perfects the evaluation index system; determines
the weight of each index through the expert ranking method and mathematical statistics method, and
formulates the grade evaluation scale of the index system. The index system contains 5 first-level indicators,
14 second-level indicators, and 56 third-level indicators, which are highly operable and more objectively
reflect the needs of schools with snow and ice characteristics as a place to carry out high-quality sports
activities. Determine the weights of each level of the hierarchical evaluation criteria and the first three levels
of importance of the first-level indicators are resource system, operation system, management system, and
effect system, in that order. The top three in order of importance of the secondary indicators are: teacher
construction, venue equipment, and financial security. The study found that the ice and snow program have
high requirements for the environment, and the resource construction should not be neglected.

Keywords: school winter sports; snow and ice specialty schools; educational evaluation; grade evaluation
scale

Influence of music activities on college students' mental health

Li Qinbiao
Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

Mental health of college students is the focus of higher education According to the survey report on the
mental health status of Chinese college students in 2022, the overall mental health status of Chinese college
students is good Among them, the mental health status of undergraduate students in key universities is poor,
but the risk of depression is prominent, which should be caused This paper explores whether music
intervention can effectively help college students improve their mental health level by exploring the changes
of music activities on college students' mental health level Through eight music group activities, empirical
intervention, interview and observation, this study explores whether music activities can effectively improve
the mental health level of college students or whether it has a positive impact on them According to the
statistics of the experimental results, music activities, as a means to intervene college students' mental health,
especially in improving social skills and interpersonal communication ability, have significant help.

Keywords: musical activities, musical activities, college students

 Conceptual Paper: The Impact of Intercultural Communication Competence on University Students’
English Language Learning Motivation in Jiangxi, China

Liu Ping1, Wong Siew Ping2

1 Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies，City University Malaysia，Kuala Lumpur，Malaysia.
Jiangxi Science And Technology Normal University , Nanchang, Jiangxi Province ， China
No.589, Xuefu Avenue, Nanchang (Hong Jiaozhou Campus), Jiangxi Province ，China
2 Faculty of Education and Liberal Studies，City University Malaysia，Selangor，Malaysia.

In an era of globalization, where cultural diversity and cross-cultural interactions are increasingly prevalent,
the ability to communicate effectively across cultures is paramount. English language learning motivation
among students in Jiangxi, China, faces significant challenges. Students often perceive English language
as a daunting subject due to its complex grammar rules and unfamiliar cultural contexts. Moreover, the
lack of exposure to authentic English language -speaking environments and limited opportunities for
meaningful interactions with native English language speakers contribute to a decrease in students'
motivation to learn the language. Notably, traditional educational methods in China often emphasize
rote memorization and exam-oriented learning, hindering students' ability to engage in innovative
intercultural communication. Students with a higher degree of intercultural communication competence
(ICC) tend to approach English not just as a linguistic tool, but as a gateway to understanding and
engaging with a global community. Their competence in navigating cultural nuances and differences
enhances their confidence in real-world interactions, thereby increasing their motivation to learn and
master the language. Past research uncovers that students with higher ICC tend to exhibit greater
motivation for English language learning. This concept paper aims to explore the impact of ICC on
university students' motivation for English language learning. It was proposed to employ a cross-sectional
survey design, collecting data from a representative sample of Chinese university students majoring in
English language. The survey assesses their ICC levels and motivation to enhance their English language
skills. Findings will be analyzed quantitatively. Descriptive analysis and inferential analysis such as
correlation analysis, and multiple regression tests will be conducted. The study's findings hold theoretical
significance by contributing to the existing body of knowledge on ICC and its link to language learning
motivation. Additionally, it offers practical implications for educators and policymakers in Jiangxi, China,
before considering the need for reform in English language teaching methods and curricula to foster ICC
and intrinsic motivation among students. In a globalized world, enhancing ICC is vital for successful cross-
cultural interactions, and this study sheds light on its pivotal role in motivating students to excel in English
language learning, ultimately contributing to their personal growth and the development of a more
inclusive society in Jiangxi, China.

Keywords: Intercultural Communication Competence, English Language Learning Motivation, university

students, Jiangxi, China
 The Impact of Covid-19: Relationship of Technostress Among the Judiciaries Employees with Malaysia
Civil Litigation Reforms in Handling the Online Court Proceeding within the Court of Appeal Malaysia

Muzayana Binti Ibrahim, Nuzha Binti Mohamed Taha

UNITAR International University

This study explores the impact of COVID-19 on 108 employees from the Court of Appeal Malaysia at the
Palace of Justice in Putrajaya during the shift to online court proceedings. Using convenience sampling,
participants ranging from Grade 17 to JUSA C were included. Employing a quantitative approach with
three instruments (COVID-19 Scale, Work-Family Conflict Scale, and Technostress Scale), the research
reveals a modest positive correlation between COVID-19 and technostress among Judiciary employees
handling online court proceedings. Fears of COVID-19 infection notably elevate stress levels during this
transition. Despite minimal work-family conflicts and a preference for remote work, an enduring association
exists between work-family conflicts and technostress. A strong positive relationship is observed between
technology utilization and technostress among employees managing online court proceedings. The shift
from conventional to online courts, alongside issues like connectivity and digital infrastructure, significantly
contributes to technostress. This study underscores the need to address pandemic-related stressors,
particularly employees' fears of infection, emphasizing the multifaceted nature of technostress and its
impact on adapting to online court proceedings. Future research opportunities include expanding the
study across different court hierarchies and exploring the impact of online court proceedings on witness
credibility, shedding light on the nuanced dynamics of technostress in the digitalization of court
procedures.

Keywords: Covid-19, Technostress, Judiciaries Employees, Civil Litigation Reforms, Online Court, Appeal,
Malaysia

Revitalising The Rural Homestays Design Towards Sustainable Tourism In Nanchang

Tao Hui Juan1,2, Khairun Nisa Mustaffa Halabi3

1CityGraduate School, City University Malaysia. 46100 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
2Yichun University. 576 Xuefu Road,Yuanzhou District, Yichun City, Jiangxi Province
3Faculty of Creative Industries, City University Malaysia. 46100 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

This research article addresses the pressing issue of the rapid rural development of the homestay industry
in Nanchang, China, and its potential impact on sustainable tourism. As urbanization continues to influence
rural areas, the naturalistic way of life that attracts tourists to homestays is under threat. The study aims to
determine the extent to which urbanization has affected the homestay industry in Nanchang. The
significance of this study lies in its examination of the changing dynamics between rural and urban areas
as resources shift, potentially altering the appeal of homestays. The research also delves into the
consequences of this shift on the local economy, tourism industry, and the postmodern ideals homestays
aim to promote. The research methodology includes a pilot study followed by in-depth field research,
exploratory and descriptive research methods, interviews with homestay owners and guests, and
observational data collection. A comprehensive literature review provides context for the study. The results
reveal that naturalistic design principles positively impact sustainable tourism growth in rural Nanchang.
Travelers highly value encounters with nature, and they are willing to pay a premium for homestays that
incorporate naturalistic elements. These design concepts reduce ecological impact and align with
environmental ideals while preserving cultural integrity.

Keywords: Rural Homest, Ays Design, Sustainable, Tourism, Nanchang

 Engaging Secondary Students to Learn English with Educational Card Games

Ong Dee Jean

UNITAR International University

Teaching English to Thai secondary students can be a challenging and daunting task. English classes,
constrained to a mere three or four periods a week, occupy a small section of the secondary classrooms. Each
period consists of 50 minutes in the secondary classrooms. Thai secondary students are non-native English
speakers and they rarely communicate in the English language besides learning in the English classes. Students
often find traditional, text-book-based classrooms monotonous. The Mr Wolf and Food UNO card games,
designed to captivate and engage secondary students, aim to teach them about time and basic food
vocabulary. A group of 89 seventh grade students and 76 ninth grade students in a demonstration school in
Phatthalung Province, Thailand participated in the study. The study showed that students engaged more in
English while playing card games, learned the time and different food types, and found these games enjoyable.
The article describes the card game implementation in the classroom and how students benefitted from playing
the card games. The findings serve as a guide for utilizing card games as an educational tool in English learning
for secondary students in Thailand.

Keywords: Engaging, Secondary Students, Learn English, Card Games

The teaching thinking of "four-line advancing" in vocational education

Pan Dianwang , Sarfraz Aslam

Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malays

Vocational education, as an important form of education, plays a pivotal role in personnel training. Based on
the characteristics of vocational education, combined with the talent training path, this paper integrates the
Work-Line, Competency-Line, Outcome-Line and Method-Line into the classroom teaching process, forming a
"four-line advancing " teaching thinking, that is the WCOM proposed in this paper, in order to improve students'
learning driving force and efficiency, improve the quality of talent training.

Keywords: Vocational education; WCOM; learning driving force; learning efficiency

 Exploring University Educators' Views on The Impact of Artificial Intelligence Transformations In Higher
Education In Pakistan

Sarfraz Aslam
Gurdip Kaur Saminder Singh
Faculty of Education and Humanities, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

Artificial intelligence (AI) has developed significantly in recent years and is an emerging technology to
revolutionize how people live and learn. This technology has already been introduced in higher education,
although many educators are unaware of its scope and composition. Colleges and universities currently
confront many challenges, and an appropriate application of AI can help solve specific challenges. A mixed-
method research design was used for this study. A total of 238 IPFP fellows (Assistant Professors) in different
universities in Pakistan filled out an online questionnaire developed from previous studies. The survey results
indicated that awareness of AI in Pakistan is low; awareness of the possibilities of using AI in education must be
disseminated further. Less than half (48.2%) of all respondents knew that AI was a hot topic in education. There
has been a broad consensus that AI could be implemented in higher education. Furthermore, interviews
revealed that combining human abilities and AI could generate productive results in higher education. AI-based
technology platforms will be able to provide universities with insightful knowledge regarding students’ learning.
However, pilot programs are needed to introduce AI and its role in higher education. AI is a reality but still lacks
practical application in higher education. AI and technology are essential components for the development of
developing countries. However, considerable financial and technical assistance is required to transform AI into
higher education levels as a primary initiative. Furthermore, experts are needed to train and enhance the
professional skills of faculty members.
Keywords: AI, Technology, Transformation, Higher Education

INCOED 3.0 2023 WORKSHOP

Workshop Conductor:
Ms Sundari Subasini Nesamany
Lecturer/Programme Leader
Faculty of Education and Humanities (FEH), UNITAR International University, Selangor, Malaysia

Title of Workshop : You can call it a Contract! 2.0 (sequel from INCOED 2022)
Specification of the Workshop: Boundaries and Professionalism in Teacher-Student Relationships
Workshop Objective : This concise 45-minute workshop aims to raise awareness and provide
quick insights into the importance of establishing and maintaining healthy
boundaries and professionalism in teacher-student relationships.

Agenda: Segments Durations

Introduction 5 minutes
Understanding the Boundaries 10 minutes
Dynamics of Power 10 minutes
Practical Tips 10 minutes
Q & A and Closing 10 minutes
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