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: 2022Field of study:PsychologySchool:Edge Hill University
Postgraduate Degree
from: 2018, until: 2020Field of study:Teaching in Higher EducationSchool:Edge Hill University
Master in Applied Behaviour Analysis
from: 2017, until: 2018School:Bangor University
Bachelor's degree
from: 2015, until: 2017Field of study:Bachelor of PsychologySchool:Bangor University
Bachelor's degree
from: 2014, until: 2014Field of study:Bachelor of PsychologySchool:HELP University
Pre-University
from: 2012, until: 2013Field of study:Cambridge A LevelSchool:Taylor's College Sri Hartamas
Work Experiences
Lecturer in Psychology
from: 2021, until: presentOrganization: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 objectivesAssociate Tutor
from: 2021, until: 2021Organization: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’ assignmentsGraduate Teaching Assistant
from: 2018, until: 2021Organization: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 workStudent Warden
from: 2017, until: 2018Organization: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 attendedInternational Student Advisor
from: 2016, until: 2017Organization: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: 2016Organization: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: 2015Organization: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: 2015Organization: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: 2014Organization: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: 2016Organization: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:2023Authors: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:2023Authors: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:2023Authors:Integrated Learning Communities as a peer support initiative for first year university students.
DocumentPublisher:Journal of Applied Social PsychologyDate:2020Authors:Exploring the impact of group identity at university on psychological and behavioural outcomes
DocumentPublisher:Journal of Further and Higher EducationDate:2020Authors:Methadone maintenance therapy users’ knowledge of, and attitudes towards methadone maintenance therapy: A meta-analysis.
DocumentPublisher:Heroin Addiction and Related Clinical ProblemsDate:2017Authors:
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