Tagline:Educator and Researcher | Passionate About Leveraging Technology and Behavioural Principles to Enhance Learning and Drive Research Excellence

United Kingdom

About

With over 6 years of dedicated teaching experience, I bring a deep understanding of psychology to the educational realm. My expertise lies in harnessing behavioral principles to create dynamic online educational interventions that not only engage students but also drive remarkable improvements in their academic performance and motivation. My passion for research extends beyond the classroom to research development and management, fostering multidisciplinary partnerships, and securing research grants. As an educator, I'm not just committed to enhancing student learning; I'm equally dedicated to contributing to the broader knowledge base.

Education

  • Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

    from: 2018, until: 2022

    Field of study:PsychologySchool:Edge Hill University

  • Postgraduate Degree

    from: 2018, until: 2020

    Field of study:Teaching in Higher EducationSchool:Edge Hill University

  • Master in Applied Behaviour Analysis

    from: 2017, until: 2018

    School:Bangor University

  • Bachelor's degree

    from: 2015, until: 2017

    Field of study:Bachelor of PsychologySchool:Bangor University

  • Bachelor's degree

    from: 2014, until: 2014

    Field of study:Bachelor of PsychologySchool:HELP University

  • Pre-University

    from: 2012, until: 2013

    Field of study:Cambridge A LevelSchool:Taylor's College Sri Hartamas

Work Experiences

  • Lecturer in Psychology

    from: 2021, until: present

    Organization:Birmingham City University

    Description:

    • Teach in a variety of settings from small group tutorials to large lectures
    • Supervise student projects at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
    • Mark assignments as well as assess the work and progress of students by reference to defined criteria and provide constructive feedback to students
    • Develop own teaching materials and learning activities to meet the defined learning objectives

  • Associate Tutor

    from: 2021, until: 2021

    Organization:Glasgow Caledonian UniversityLocation:Remote working

    Description:

    • Delivered live teaching sessions for Level 5 Psychology students via e-learning technologies
    • Monitored student progress closely and provided constructive feedback during assignment drop-in sessions
    • Assisted in the marking of students’ assignments

  • Graduate Teaching Assistant

    from: 2018, until: 2021

    Organization:Edge Hill UniversityLocation:Ormskirk, England, United Kingdom

    Description:

    • Undertook supervised PhD research which evaluates the effectiveness of educational interventions to support university students in learning statistics and critical thinking
    • Conducted literature review and developed teaching and testing materials for the educational interventions
    • Collated and analysed data using software packages like JASP, SPSS, and MS Excel
    • Attended professional development events directly related to the research and presented conference papers and articles to recognised academic media
    • Delivered a range of teaching activities, including lectures and tutorials in both face-to-face and online learning formats
    • Contributed towards the development of appropriate learning materials directed towards the delivery of psychology courses at undergraduate level
    • Monitored student progress against agreed criteria and intervened appropriately to support student learning, including marking student work

  • Student Warden

    from: 2017, until: 2018

    Organization:Bangor UniversityLocation:Bangor, United Kingdom

    Description:

    • Assisted in fostering a healthy and friendly community spirit in a postgraduate hall that accommodates about 150 students by promoting and participating in on-campus activities
    • Provided pastoral care to students on-site and referred students to seek advice and support whenever necessary
    • Responded to on-site emergencies and alerted appropriate authorities to risks to health and safety
    • Ensured good order and behaviour is maintained within the hall and provided detailed written reports of all incidents or emergencies attended

  • International Student Advisor

    from: 2016, until: 2017

    Organization:School of Psychology Bangor UniversityLocation:Bangor, United Kingdom

    Description:

    • Offered peer support to new international students in the transition to the university.
    • Held an hour meeting with students on a weekly basis to guide them on locating key places, understanding academic rules of conduct and misconduct, enhancing employability, etc.
    • Answered queries from students during meetings and through emails.

  • Conversion Campaign Officer

    from: 2016, until: 2016

    Organization:Bangor International CollegeLocation:Bangor, United Kingdom

    Description:

    • Assisted overseas students in completing application processes through phone conversations.
    • Introduced Bangor International College as well as studies and experiences at Bangor University.
    • Answered queries from students regarding the university and their applications.
    • Remained sensitive to the information provided by students.
    • Provided written report for future records and follow-ups.

  • Research Assistant

    from: 2015, until: 2015

    Organization:University Malaya Medical CentreLocation:Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    Description:

    • Designed research procedures in the area of psychological medicine for proposal submission.
    • Obtained ethnic approval from Institutional Review Board. Attended Good Clinical Practice workshop and passed exam to be a certified investigator.
    • Conducted research to collect data by interviewing more than 20 participants under supervision of psychiatrist (primary investigator).
    • Transcribed interviews to texts for data analysis. Drafted introduction and method sections for research report.
    • Proofread report before submitting for publication. Obtained approval to be published on Heroin Addiction & Related Clinical Problems journal recently.

  • Special Education Teacher

    from: 2015, until: 2015

    Organization:TDJ Education Sdn BhdLocation:Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    Description:

    • Assisted students with special needs in carrying out daily routines.
    • Led special needs students to carry out BrainGym activities and recorded daily performance for future action plan or intervention.
    • Planned and conducted classes in teaching Malays, English, Chinese, Mathematics, and Science to students at primary school level.
    • Learned to control and modify problematic behaviors by using reinforcements.

  • Art Teacher

    from: 2013, until: 2014

    Organization:Poh Chuan Art CentreLocation:Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

    Description:

    • Planned and prepared art lessons for students from different age ranges.
    • Conducted art lessons for about 20 primary school students.
    • Used creative ways in facilitating art lessons.
    • Completed paperwork needed to keep track of students’ performance.
    • Discovered how art therapy can help children with learning disabilities to learn.

  • Employee Engagement & Internal Communications Intern

    from: 2016, until: 2016

    Organization:Taylor's Education GroupLocation:Selangor, Malaysia

    Description:

    • Studied well-known companies’ workplace philosophies and current business trends to evaluate the need for a new working environment. Developed slide deck for the project, Taylor’s Workplace of the Future in preparation to introduce to senior executives.
    • Analysed utilisation of Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) over 12 months for contract renewal. Drafted new brochure and designed e-banners for promotion of the programme on the employee portal.
    • Explored suitable articles and videos to promote knowledge sharing among HR community.
    • Simplified employee engagement survey results into 2 pages info-graphic targeted to 3000 employees. Analysed institutions’ survey results for future action plan.
    • Organised a reception to present internship experience to senior executives and department managers.

Publications

  • Learning critical thinking skills online: can precision teaching help?

    DocumentPublisher:Education Tech Research DevDate:2023
    Authors:
  • Bite-sized and peer-assisted video-based learning in statistics education: benefits on attainment, attitudes and preferences of university students

    DocumentPublisher:International Journal of Technology Enhanced LearningDate:2023
    Authors:
  • A technology-enhanced learning intervention for statistics in higher education using bite-sized video-based learning and precision teaching

    DocumentPublisher:Research and Practice in Technology Enhanced LearningDate:2023
    Authors:
  • Integrated Learning Communities as a peer support initiative for first year university students.

    DocumentPublisher:Journal of Applied Social PsychologyDate:2020
    Authors:
  • Exploring the impact of group identity at university on psychological and behavioural outcomes

    DocumentPublisher:Journal of Further and Higher EducationDate:2020
    Authors:
  • Methadone maintenance therapy users’ knowledge of, and attitudes towards methadone maintenance therapy: A meta-analysis.

    DocumentPublisher:Heroin Addiction and Related Clinical ProblemsDate:2017
    Authors:

Skills

  • Statistics
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Research
  • Microsoft Office
  • Data Analysis
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Teaching
  • Social Media
  • SPSS
  • Time Management
  • Human Resources
  • Art
  • Psychology
  • Microsoft Word
  • Project Management
  • User Experience Design (UED)
  • User Experience (UX)
  • UX Research
  • Design Thinking
  • Product Development