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AIN NADZIMAH ABDULLAH Department of English Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia 43400 Serdang Selangor MALAYSIA
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AIN NADZIMAH ABDULLAH
Staff Number A 01259
Office Address Department of English Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia Serdang Selangor 43400 MALAYSIA
Telephone +603 8946 8740 (office) / 012 219 7626 (mobile)
Email [email protected] / [email protected]
Homepage http://www.fbmk.upm.edu.my/~ain/
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Education
2008 PhD (Sociolinguistics) University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
1985 Master of Arts (Linguistics - ESL) California State University, Fresno, California, USA
1983 Bachelor of Arts (TESOL) University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa, USA
1978 Higher School Certificate Victoria Institution, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
1976 Malaysian Certificate of Education Convent Bukit Nanas, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
Field of Specialization
Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics
Areas of Interest
Bilingualism, Multilingualism, Language Contact, Language Planning and Policy, English as a Lingua Franca and World Englishes
Professional Memberships
1. Malaysian Modern Languages Association Member (1994 – present) 2. Malaysian Modern Languages Association Committee (1994 – 2008), Secretary (2008 – 2012) 3. Malaysian Modern Languages Association Committee (2016 – 2018) 4. Malaysian English Language Teachers Association Member (MELTA) (1996 – present) 5. ASIA TEFL Member (2004 – present) 6. British Association for Applied Linguistics Member (BAAL) (2008) 7. Association for the Study of Literature and the Environment - Association of South-east Asian Nations (ASLE-ASEAN) – Member (August 2016 – July 2017) 8. Academic Officers Association, Universiti Putra Malaysia (1994 – present)
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Academic and Administrative Positions
August 2011 - August 2016 Deputy Dean (Postgraduate Studies and International Affairs) Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia
April 2010 - August 2011 Deputy Director (Networking and Social Computing) InfoComm Development Center (IDEC) Universiti Putra Malaysia
March 2009 - present Associate Professor Department of English Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia
June 2004 – February 2009 Senior Lecturer Department of English Language Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia
August 1995 - May 2004 Lecturer Department of English Language Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia
June 1991 - July 1995 Language Instructor Department of English Language Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Universiti Putra Malaysia
February 1986 - May 1991 Language Teacher MARA Junior Science College Majlis Amanah Rakyat
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TEACHING
COURSES
Postgraduate Courses Undergraduate Courses Undergraduate Courses - Distance Education Undergraduate Courses - Outside the University Postgraduate Courses - Outside the University Teaching Evaluation
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Courses
Postgraduate Courses
BBI 4410 Academic Reading BBI 4412 Academic Writing BBI 5101 Historical Development of the English Language BBI 5102 Language Planning and Policy BBI 5201 Analyzing Language BBI 5218 Syntax and Morphology BBI 5219 Sociolinguistics BBI 5301 Language and Culture FBK 5600 Research Project Seminar
Undergraduate Courses
BBI 3101 Introduction to the History of English BBI 3201 Introduction to General Linguistics BBI 3202 Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology BBI 3204 Introduction to Sociolinguistics BBI 3208 Bilingualism BBI 3310 Introduction to Language and Culture BBI 3221 Language Planning BBI 3213 Introduction to Syntax and Morphology BBI 3301 Introduction to Language and Culture BBI 3402 Expository Writing BBI 3404 Grammar for Communication BBI 3415 Professional Writing
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Undergraduate Courses - Distance Education
BBI 3201 Introduction to General Linguistics BBI 3204 Introduction to Sociolinguistics BBI 3310 Introduction to Language and Culture
Undergraduate Courses - Outside the University
i. KOPEDA, Shah Alam, Selangor (1994 – 1996) ii. Kolej Yayasan Melaka, Melaka (1996 – 1999) iii. IKIP, Kuantan, Pahang (1996 – 1998) iv. OPEN University Malaysia (2010 – 2012) v. Malaysian Science University, Shah Alam, Selangor (2016)
BBI 3201 Introduction to General Linguistics BBI 3204 Introduction to Sociolinguistics BBI 3310 Introduction to Language and Culture BBI 3213 Introduction to Syntax and Morphology BBI 3402 Expository Writing
Postgraduate Courses - Outside the University
OPEN University Malaysia (2015 – present)
BPAW7103 Technical / Academic Writing (Doctor of Business Administration and Doctor of Nursing)
. September 2015 - December 2015 . January 2016 - April 2016 . May 2016 - August 2016 . September 2016 - November 2016 . January 2017 - April 2017 . May 2017 - August 2017
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SCHOLARLY WORKS
Journal Articles A. Citation Indexed B. Non-Citation Indexed
Books
Book Chapters
Proceedings
Modules / Study Guides
Popular Writings
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Journal Articles
A. Citation-Indexed
1. How Soo Ying, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2017). Patterns of Dominance of Language Vitalities among Malaysian Students’ Primary National Type and Secondary Schools. Indonesian Journal of Applied Linguistics. [CIJ: Scopus; Indonesian Publication Index; Asean Citation Index; DOAJ]
2. Muhaida Akmal Mohamad, Shameem Rafik-Galea, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2016). The Teaching of Sound-Letter Association across Gender among Young English Language Learners. Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy, 4. [CIJ: MyJurnal]
3. Dariush Saberi, Syamsiah Mashohor, Helen Tan, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2016).The Effectiveness of an Online Abstract Checker Application. Advanced Science Letters. [CIJ: CPCI-S; CAS; Compendex; Elsevier; Scopus]
4. Niveen R.M. Elshawa, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Sabariah Md. Rashid. (2016). Teachers’ Assessment Literacy and Washback Effect of Assessment. International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature, 5(4), 135-141. [CIJ: Scopus, DOAJ; EBSCO; Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref; Informatics]
5. Tam Lee Mei, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan, Swee Heng, & Zalina binti Mohd Kasim. (2016). Language Choice and Use of Malaysian Public University Lecturers in the Education Domain. Advances in Language and Literary Studies, 7(1), 21-32. [CIJ: Academia.edu; BASE;CNKI scholar;DOAJ; DRJI; Gale; Google Scholar; Index Copernicus (ICV 2014: 6.50); Linguistics Abstracts Online; Linguistlist; LOCKSS; National Library of Australia; OAJI; Open Access Library; Open J-gate; PKP Open Archives Harvester;The MLA International Bibliography;Ulrichs]
6. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Bilingualism in Malaysia: Language Education Policy and Local Needs. PERTANIKA Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 23(S), 55-70. [CIJ: Scopus; Ebsco; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
7. Syamsiah Mashohor, Tunku Haifaa Tunku Osman, Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Engineering Abstract Quality Index using Santos’ Moves. International Journal of Advances in Software Engineering and Research Methodology, 2(2), 10-14. [Archive: SEEK Digital Library]
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8. Shadi Khojastehrad, Shameem Rafik-Galea, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). International Students’ Attitudes towards Malaysian English Ethnolects. English Language Teaching, 8(10), 7-20. [CIJ: CNKI Scholar; EBSCOhost; ERIC; ERA; Linguistics Abstracts; MLA International Bibliography; ProQuest; SHERPA/RoMEO; Ulrich’s]
9. How Soo Ying, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Language Vitality of Malaysian Languages and its Relation to Identity. GEMA Online Journal of Language Studies, 15(2), 119-136. [CIJ: Scopus; EBSCO; DOAJ; ESCI; Wiley- Blackwell; Linguistic List; Open J-Gate]
10. Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Discourse Connectors and Cohesion in Writing. Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 6(3 S2), 441-447. [CIJ: LOCKSS]
11. Mehdi Granhemat, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng, & Helen Tan. (2015). The Influence of Gender and Ethnicity on the Choice of Language in the Transaction Domain of Language Use: The Case of Undergraduates. International Journal of Applied Linguistics & English Literature, 4(5), 249-254. [CIJ; DOAJ; EBSCO; Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref; Informatics; Open J-Gate; MLA, Linguistics Abstracts Online (Wiley-Blackwell)]
12. Hossein Abolfathiasl & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Pragmatic Consciousness- Raising Activities and EFL Learners’ Speech Act Performance at ‘Making Suggestion’. Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 6(2), 333-342. ISSN 1798-4769. [CIJ: BASE; DOI; EBSCO; Linguistics Abstracts Online; Linguist List; LOCKSS; ProQuest; Scopus; SHERPA/RoMEO]
13. Ezhar Tamam & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Malaysian Journalists' Perceptions on the Role of the Media. The Social Science Journal, 52, 46-53. doi:10.1016/j.soscij.2014.08.004 (Impact Factor: 0.606) [CIJ: Sage Urban Studies Abstracts; Social Sciences Citation Index; Scopus]
14. Ebrahimi Seyed Foad, Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2014). Discourse Functions of Grammatical Subject in Result and Discussion Sections of Research Article across Four Disciplines. Journal of Writing Research, 6(2), 125-140. [CIJ: Compile; CNKI; DOAJ; EBSCO; JournalSeek; Linguist List; MLA International Bibliography; Scopus]
15. Zainab Thamer Ahmad, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Chan Swee Heng. (2014). Malaysian University Students’ Attitudes towards Six Varieties of Accented Speech in English. Advances in Language and Literary Studies, 5(5), 181-191. ISSN 2203- 4714. [CIJ: Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref; Informatics;Open J-Gate; MLA; Linguistics Abstracts Online (Wiley-Blackwell]
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16. Mehdi Granhemat, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2014). Using the Multi-Ethnic Group Measure as an Indicator of Malaysian Ethnic Identities. Malaysian Journal of Languages and Linguistics, 3. MJLL ISSN 2231-8359. [Linguist List; Malaysian Abstracting and Indexing System (MyAis); Ulrichs, Google Scholar; MyJurnal; TIRF]
17. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Tan Bee Hoon, Sabariah Md Rashid, Chan Mei Yuit & Helen Tan. (2014). Designing and Implementing an Exit Communication Test to Gauge Oral Proficiency in a University. International Journal of Innovation in Education, 2(2/3/4), 121-136. [CIJ: British Education Index; Google Scholar; GALE]
18. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2013).Norms of Language Choice and Use in Relation to Listening and Speaking: The Realities of the Practice in the Malaysian Banking Sector. Pertanika Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 21(S), 117-130. [CIJ: Scopus; Ebsco; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
19. Hossein Abolfathiasl & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2013). Pragmatic Strategies and Linguistic Structures in Making Suggestions: Towards Comprehensive Taxonomies. International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature, 2(6), 236-241. [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref;Informatics;Open J-Gate; MLA, Linguistics Abstracts Online (Wiley-Blackwell]
20. Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin, Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2013). Exploring Multilingual Practices in Billboard Advertisements in a Linguistic Landscape. Pertanika Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 21(2), 783-796. [CIJ: Scopus; Ebsco; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
21. Zainab Thamer Ahmed, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2013). The Role of Accent and Ethnicity in the Professional and Academic Context. International Journal of Applied Linguistics and English Literature, 2(5), 249-258. [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref; Informatics]
22. Angela Rumina Leo & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2013).Language Choice and Use of Malaysian Tamil Christian Youths: A Survey. Frontiers of Language and Teaching, 4, 149-166. [CIJ: ProQuest; EBSCO; Academia]
23. Yu Zhonggen, Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2013). Mandarin Attrition among Tertiary Students. Pertanika Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 21(1), 217-234. [CIJ: Scopus; Ebsco; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
24. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng, & Mazlin Mazlan. (2013). Science Literacy in the Malaysian ESL Context. Malaysian Journal of Languages and Linguistics, 2(1), pp. 1-11. [Linguist List; Malaysian Abstracting and Indexing System (MyAis); Ulrichs; Google Scholar; MyJurnal, TIRF]
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25. Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). A Proposed Metadiscourse Framework for Lay ESL Writers. World Applied Sciences Journal, 20 (1), 1-6. [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; DOI]
26. Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Jayakaran Mukundan, & Dan J. Tannacito. (2012). Discourse Connectors: An Overview of the History, Definition and Classification of the Term. World Applied Sciences Journal, 19 (11), 1659-1673. (Impact Factor: 0.23) (ISSN: 1818-4952) [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; DOI]
27. Chuah Ek Lon, Helen Tan, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Conveying Communicative Intent: Moves and Metadiscourse in Abstract Writing. International Journal of Applied Linguistics & English Literature, 1 (7), 56-65. [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref; Informatics; Open J-Gate; MLA; Linguistics Abstracts Online (Wiley-Blackwell)]
28. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2012). Reconciling Diverse Community through Language Policy Practices in Malaysia. International Journal of Applied Linguistics & English Literature, 1 (7), 51-55. [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; Ulrichs; CNKI; Crossref; Informatics; Open J-Gate; MLA; Linguistics Abstracts Online (Wiley- Blackwell]
29. Shadi Khojastehrad & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Effect of Context on the Type of Hesitation Strategies Used by Iranian EFL Learners in Oral L2 Tests. English Language Teaching, 5(7), 102-109. [CIJ: CNKI Scholar; EBSCOhost; ERIC; ERA; Linguistics Abstracts; MLA International Bibliography; ProQuest; SHERPA/RoMEO; Ulrich’s]
30. Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Roselan Baki. (2012).Constructing An Organized and Coherent Text: How Discourse Markers are viewed by Iranian Post-Graduate Students? International Journal of Humanities and Social Science, 2(9), 196-202.(ISSN 2220-8488 (print), 2221-0989 (online) [CIJ: DOAJ; EBSCO; CROSSREF]
31. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Nurkarimah Binti Yusof. (2012).Investigating the Construct of Anxiety in Relation to Speaking Skills among ESL Tertiary Learners. 3L: The Southeast Asian Journal of English Language Studies, 18(3), 155 – 166. [CIJ: Linguist List; Malaysian Abstracting and Indexing System (MyAis); Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ); Ulrichs Web Serials Directory, EBSCO Host; Open J-Gate; MLA International Bibliography; MLA Directory of Periodicals and Language; Siri Malaysia and Linguistics Behaviour Abstracts (LLBA)].
32. Ezhar Tamam & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Influence of Ethnic-Related Diversity Experiences on Intercultural Sensitivity of Students at a Public University in Malaysia. Asia Pacific Education Review, 10(1), 1-10.(Impact Factor: 0.839) [CIJ: Social Science Citation Index; ERIC; SCOPUS]
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33. Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Perceptions of Iranian English Language Teachers towards the Use of Discourse Markers in the EFL Classroom. Theory and Practice in Language Studies, 2 (10), 2002-2010. (print ISSN 1799-2591; online ISSN 2053-0692) [CIJ: Academic Journals Database; BASE; CNKI; DOI; EBSCO; GALE; Linguistics Abstracts Online; Linguist List; LOCKSS; MLA; Open J-Gate; ProQuest; SHERPA/RoMEO; Scopus]
34. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Yu Zhonggen. (2012). Determining Attrition of Writing Skills among Chinese EFL Learners. International Journal of Assessment and Evaluation in Education, 2, 1-18. [CIJ: MyJurnal – Malaysian Citation Centre]
35. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Rosli Talif & Jariah Mohd. Jan. (2012). Flowers in the Garden: A Glance on Multilingualism in Malaysia. Malaysian Journal of Languages and Linguistics, 1, 45-51. [CIJ: Linguist List; Malaysian Abstracting and Indexing System (MyAis); Ulrichs; Google Scholar; MyJurnal; TIRF]
36. Yu Zhonggen, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al. (2011). Linguistic Representation of English Vocabulary Attrition. Pertanika Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 19(2), 393-407. [CIJ: Scopus; EBSCO; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
37. Yu Zhonggen, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al. (2011). English Language Skills Attrition in Speed and In-Depth Reading Comprehension among EFL Learners. Pertanika Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 19(1), 233-241. [CIJ: Scopus; Ebsco; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
38. Lim Chia Wei, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Shameem Galea. (2009). Exploring the Language of Traffic Signs in the Malaysian Linguistic Landscape. Gading Business and Management Journal, 13(2), 1-15. [CIJ: MyJurnal – Malaysian Citation Centre]
39. A.R.M. Mostafizar Rahman, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2008). What Determines the Choice of Language with Friends and Neighbours? The Case of Malaysian University Graduates. Language in India, 8. http://wwww.languageinindia.com/oct2008/chiceoflanguagewithfriends.html) [CIJ: EBSCO Host database; MLA International Bibliography and the Directory of Periodicals; ProQuest (Linguistics and Language Behavior Abstracts]
40. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2007). Gaining Linguistic Capital through a Bilingual Language Policy Innovation. Journal of the Educational Sciences, 3 (2), 161-180. [CIJ: DOAJ; ASSIA, Linguistics and Language Behavior Abstracts database; ProQuest's International Bibliography of the Social Sciences (IBSS)]
41. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2006). Shaping Reading Tasks for the MUET: Developing the Craft. The English Teacher. Vol. XXXV. pp. 86-98. [CIJ: MyCite (Malaysian Citation Centre)]
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42. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2005). After an English Language Policy Initiative: Listening to the Voices of Classroom Implementers. Journal of Pan- Pacific Association of Applied Linguistics, 9(1), 139-149. [CIJ: Linguistics and Language Behavior Abstracts (LLBA); ERIC; KISS).
43. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2004). Exploring Affect in ESL Writing Behaviour. Journal of the Malaysian English Language Teaching Association. Vol. XXXIII, 1-12. [CIJ: MyCite (Malaysian Citation Centre)]
44. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2002). The Sociolinguistics of Banking: Language Use in Enhancing Capacities and Opportunities. Pertanika Journal of Social Science and Humanities, 10(2), 109-116. [CIJ: Scopus; Ebsco; DOAJ; CABI; ERA; BIOSIS]
B. Non-Citation Indexed
45. Abdul Rashid Abdul Sitra, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2017). Personality traits and nonverbal communication skills of Malaysian TESL trainee practitioners. Journal of Language and Communication, 4(1), 12-24.
46. How Soo Ying, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Chan Swee Heng. (2017). Patterns of dominance of language vitalities among Malaysian students in primary national-type and secondary schools. Indonesian Journal of Applied Linguistics, 6(2), 271-287.
47. Niveen R. M. Elshawa., Ain Nadzimah Abdullah., & Sabariah Md Rashid (2017). Malaysian instructors’ assessment beliefs in tertiary ESL classrooms. International Journal of Education and Literary Studies, 5(2), 29-46.
48. Hossein Abolfathiasl & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2014). Improving Metapragmatic Awareness in EFL Classroom: Is Pragmatic Consciousness-Raising Effective? Journal of Language and Communication, 1(1), pp. 59-73.
49. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Innovations in MCQ Design: Testing the Construct of Reading in the MUET. Journal of Language Studies, 7(2), 17-29.
50. Yu Zhonggen, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al. (2010). Sexual Differences in Foreign Language Attrition. Journal of Nanjing University of Postal and Telecommunications (Social Science), 12(2), 96-101.
51. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2010). The Singapore Malay Language Choice and Use: Consensus Not Conflict. Reading the Malay World. CRNLE Journal Special Edition. pp. 216 – 224.
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52. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng & Rosli Talif. (2010). The Language Experience of Incumbent Workers: Some Pragmatic Insights. Jurnal Bahasa Jendela Alam, 6, 776-788.
53. Mostafizar Rahman, A. R. M., Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2010). Language Choice in Education in a Multilingual Setting: The Malaysian Context. Khulna University Studies, 10(1&2), 9-22.
54. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2009). Use of Language in Education in a Unique Multilingual Ecology. Journal of Language Studies, 5(1), 37-56.
55. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2009). Recognizing the Affective Domain in Test Taking Experience. The English Language Journal, 2, 12-21.
56. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2009). Contemporary Linguistic Beliefs among Malaysian Legal Professionals. Journal of Language Studies, 5(2), 65- 72.
57. Mostafizar Rahman, A. R. M., Chan S. H., & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2008). What Languages are Chosen in the Malaysian Family Domain? The case of Malay, Chinese and Indian Undergraduates. Journal of Socioeconomic Research and Development, 5(4), 384-388.
58. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2008). Dynamics of Workplace ESL Communication. Jurnal Bahasa Jendela Alam, 5, 724-739.
59. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2007). Reacting to a Reactive Policy: Using English to Teach Science. Journal of Language Studies: Academy of Language Studies, 3, 99-114.
60. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2006). Speaking Skills at the Malaysian Primary Level: What Teachers and Students Think. Jurnal Bahasa Jendela Alam, 4, 574-589.
61. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Mei Yuit. (2005). Interacting with Advertisements: Making Sense through Text Construction and Deconstruction. Journal of Communication Practices, 2 (1), 23-42.
62. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Helen Tan. (2003). Malaysian ESL Academic Writing Skills: Establishing Knowledge Bases. Attitudes and Processes. Studies in Foreign Language Education, 18, 143-156.
63. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2003). Examining the Use of English within a Dominant National Language Setting. Studies in Foreign Language Education, 18, 73-90.
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64. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2003). Gaining Linguistic Capital through a Bilingual Language Policy Innovation. South Asian Language Review, 13(1&2), 100-117.
65. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2001). The Competitive Edge of Bilingualism on the Job Market. Modern Languages Journal, 13, 175-186.
66. Jamali Ismail, Rosli Talif & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (1998). Language Preference for Science and Technology at Tertiary Level in Malaysia. Modern Languages Journal, 11, 79-91.
67. Faridah Noor Mohd. Noor, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Sharifah Zainab Syed Abdul Rahman. (1996). Does Belief Affect Language Choice? Jurnal Bahasa Jendela Alam, 1, 57-64.
Books
1. Rosli Talif, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al. (2010). Perspectives and Defines of Workplace English in Malaysia. Serdang: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
2. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Jenny Goh Lay Choo, & Chang Siew Juen. (2010). Malaysian University English Test (MUET). Shah Alam: SAP Publications.
3. David, M., Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al. (2009). Duis Burger Arbeiten Zur Sprach-Und Kulturwissenschaft in Duisburg Papers on Research in Language and Culture: Code switching in Malaysia. Berlin: Peter Lang.
4. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al. (2009). UPM-ELTP (UPM- English Language Test for Pilots) Test Manual. Serdang: Weng Seng.
5. Rodolfo Jacobson, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah (Eds). (2008). The Pulse of a Malaysia University: Ethno – and Sociolinguistic Issues and the TESOL Dimension. New York: Peter Lang.
6. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Jenna Ooi. (2008). MUET: Complete Revision and Practice Book Malaysian University English Test. Subang Jaya: SAP.
7. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Helen Tan. (2007). Score in MUET. Shah Alam: Oxford Fajar.
8. Rosli Talif, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, et al (Eds). (2007). Research in Language, Literature and Communication. Serdang: UPM Press.
9. M.K. David, Hafriza Burhanudeen & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah (Eds.) (2006). The Power of Language and the Media. Frankfurt: Peter Lang.
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10. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Helen Tan. (2006). MUET: Model Test Papers. Shah Alam: Penerbit Fajar Bakti.
11. Chan Swee Heng, Helen Tan, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Christiantine Della. (2006). (4th Reprint). Reading and Discussion Skills. Petaling Jaya: Pearson.
12. Rosli Talif, Chan Swee Heng, Wong Bee Eng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rohimmi Noor (Eds.). (2005). Beyond Barriers, Fresh Frontiers: Selected Readings on Languages, Literatures and Cultures. Serdang: UPM Press.
13. Rosli Talif, Shameem Rafik-Galea, Chan Swee Heng et al. (2002). Diverse Voices 2: Selected Readings in Language. Serdang: UPM Press. ISBN: 983-41184-1-4.
14. Chan Swee Heng, Helen Tan, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Christine Della. (2000). Reading and Discussion Skills. Kuala Lumpur: Prentice Hall.
Book Chapters
1. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng, & Suraya Amirrudin. (2015). Writing Challenges Faced by International Students in Academic Writing. In Fred Dervin and Regis Machart (Eds.), The New Politics of Global Academic Mobility and Migration (pp.141-156). Frankfurt: Peter Lang.
2. Lim Chia Wei, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2014). Responding to Road Traffic Signs: Exploring the Semiotic Perspective in Discourse. In Normala Othman and Zahariah Pilus (Eds.), Discourse Analysis in Malaysian English Language Teaching (pp.115-136). Malaysia: August Publishing. (ISBN: 978-983-3317-84-4)
3. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2014). Codeswitching in Universities in Brunei Darussalam and Malaysian. In Roger Barnard & James McLellan (Eds.), Code Switching in University English-Medium Classes: Asian Perspectives (pp.155-162). UK: Multilingual Matters. (ISBN: 978-1-78309-090-7).
4. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Shameem Rafik-Galea. (2012). A Synchronic Investigation of the Significance of Foreign Language for the Tourism Trade. In Artinah Zainal et al (Eds.), Malaysia in Current Issues in Hospitality and Tourism (pp.637-640). The Netherlands: CRC Press Taylor and Francis Group.
5. Chan, S.H., Helen Tan, Wong, B.E., Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2011). The Realization of Discursive Meaning in Academic Writing through Metadiscourse. In Faiz S. Abdullah and Zalina Kasim (Eds.), Recent Research Topics in Malaysian English Studies. (pp. 68-78). Serdang: Universiti Putra Malaysia.
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6. Lim Chia Wei, Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2011). Responding to Road Traffic Signs: Exploring the Semiotic Perspective in Discourse. In Normala Othman and Zahariah Pilus (Eds.), Discourse Approaches in Malaysian English Language Teaching. (pp.115-136) August Publishing. (ISBN 978- 983- 3317-84-4)
7. Mazlin Mazlan, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2011). Learning English for Science and Technology: Profiling Stakeholders’ Reflections and Awareness. In Faiz S. Abdullah and Zalina Kasim (Eds.), Recent Research Topics in Malaysian English Studies (pp.88-114). Serdang: Universiti Putra Malaysia.
8. Wong Bee Eng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2011). Use and Importance of English in the Workplace. In Faiz S. Abdullah and Zalina Kasim (Eds.), Current Topics in Malaysian Language Research (pp.50-69). Serdang: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
9. Chan Swee Heng, Wong Bee Eng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Rosli Talif, & Helen Tan. (2010). What do Postgraduate Students Expect from Thesis Writing? In Arshad Abd. Samad and Sharifah Zainab Syd Abd. Rahman (Eds.), Readings in Professional Development in Teaching English as a Second Language (pp.1-13). Serdang: UPM Press.
10. David, M.K., McLellan, J., Kuang, C.H. & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2009). Code switching practices in newspaper headlines in Malaysia: A 50 year comparative study and lexical analysis. In David, M.K., McLellan, J., Shameem Rafik-Galea and Ain Nadzimah Abdullah (Eds.), Code Switching in Malaysia (pp.179-202). Frankfurt: Peter Lang.
11. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2008). The Communicative Sensitivity of Bilingual Societies: Are Malaysia’s Globalizing Tendencies Compatible with Her Multicultural Environment? In Rodolfo. J. et.al. (Eds.), The Pulse of a Malaysian University: Ethno – and sociolinguistic Issues and the TESOL Dimension (pp. 69 - 78). New York: Peter Lang.
12. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan, S.H. and Jariah Md Jan. (2008). Competing Languages in the Malaysian Courtroom. In Normala Othman and Subramaniam Govindasamy (Eds.), English and Asia (pp. 359-372). Kuala Lumpur: IIUM Press.
13. Chan Swee Heng and Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2007). A Shift in Language Policy: Impact on Stakeholders. In Rosli Talif et al. (Eds.), Research in Language, Literature and Communication (pp. 45-57). Serdang: UPM Press.
14. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2007). Test Impact: A Qualitative Analysis of Test-Taking Experiences. In Tan Bee Hoon et al. (Eds.), Theoretical and Practical Orientations in Language and Literature Studies (pp.132-146). Petaling Jaya: Pearson Longman.
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15. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2007). Reverting to English for Mathematics and Sciences: Listening to Citizen Voices. In Jayakaran Mukundan et al. (Eds.), ELT Matters 3: Developments in English Language Learning and Teaching (pp.80-93). Serdang: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
16. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2007). Is there a Gender Effect in the Learning of Mathematics and Science? In Jayakaran Mukundan et al. (Eds.), ELT Matters 4. Developments in English Language Learning and Teaching. Serdang: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
17. Rosli Talif, Wong Bee Eng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Sabariah Md Rashid & Jariah Md Jan. (2007). Corpora Analysis: Benefits towards ESL Learners’ Vocabulary Competence. In Tan Bee Hoon et al. (Eds.), Theoretical and Practical Orientations in Language and Literature Studies (pp.114-131). Petaling Jaya: Pearson Longman.
18. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2006). Introduction to Sociolinguistics. In Jacobson (Ed.), Language and Language Use: Directions and Development of a BA English Programme (pp. 33-41). Prentice Hall: Kuala Lumpur.
19. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2005). The Malaysian Legal Context; Do They Really have a Language Choice? In Rosli Talif, Chan Swee Heng, Wong Bee Eng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah and Rohimmi Noor (Eds.), Beyond Barriers, Fresh Frontiers: Selected Readings on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (pp. 1-16). Serdang: UPM Press.
20. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2005). The Debate on Bilingualism in a New Light: What does the Iceberg Analogy tell us? In Wong Bee Eng (Ed.), Second Language Acquisition: Selected Readings (pp.166-179). Sasbadi-Melta ELT Series.
21. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2005). English Language Test Taking Experience in the Malaysian Context. In Chan Swee Heng (ed.), ELT Concerns in Assessment (pp.168-185). Sasbadi-Melta ELT Series.
22. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2004). Language Loyalty and Identity in a Globalized World. In ELT Matters 2: Contemporary Developments in English Language Teaching. Penerbit UPM.
23. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2001). Bilingualism is Profitable. In Mukundan, J. & Teh Chee Seng, Trends in English Language Teaching (pp. 211- 217). Serdang, Selangor: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
24. Rosli Talif & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2000). The Malaysian Bilingual Iceberg. In Chan Swee Heng, Mohammad A. Quayum, & Rosli Talif (Eds.), Diverse Voices: Readings in Languages, Literatures and Cultures (pp. 200-205). Serdang, Selangor: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
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25. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (1995, 1997) as contributor in Lim, R. and Chan, S.H., English for the Social Sciences: Developing Reading and Speaking Skills. (1st and 2nd edition). (pp.12-30).Serdang, Selangor: Universiti Putra Malaysia Press.
Proceedings
1. Syamsiah Mashohor, Tunku Haifaa Tunku Osman, Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). Engineering Abstract Quality Index using Santos’ Move. Published in Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Advances in Computing, Control and Networking. ISBN: 978-1-63248-073.
2. Muhaida Akmal Mohamad, Shameem Rafik-Galea, &Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2015). The Teaching of Sound-Letter Association across Gender among Young English Language Learners. Published in Conference Proceedings of the International Seminar on Language Teaching. ISBN: 978-983-9122-26-8.
3. Hadi Kashiha, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah& Helen Tan. (2014). A Cross-Linguistic Analysis of Multi-Word Combinations in Academic Oral Speech. Published in Conference Proceedings of 8th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2014. eISBN: 978-967-960-353-8
4. How Soo Ying, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah& Chan Swee Heng. (2014). What is the Language Vitality of the English Language among Malaysian Primary School Students? Published in Conference Proceedings of 8th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2014. eISBN: 978-967-960- 353-8
5. Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng & Zalina Mohd Kasim. (2014). Public Multilingualism: What Do Billboard Advertisements Say? Published in Conference Proceedings of 8th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures 2014. eISBN: 978-967-960-353-8
6. Mehdi Granhemat, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng, & Helen Tan. (2014). Patterns of Language Choice and Use in the Education Domain: The Case of University Undergraduates. Published in Conference Proceedings of 6th International Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences 2014.
7. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Tan Bee Hoon, Sabariah Md Rashid, Chan Mei Yuit & Helen Tan. (2013). Assessment Issues and Challenges: Implementation of an Oral Test for University Students. Published in Conference Proceedings of International Conference on Assessment for Higher Education across Domains and Skills 2013.
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8. Nurkarimah Yusof, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2013). How Anxious are ESL Tertiary Learners When Taking a Speaking Test? Published in Proceedings of the 2nd UPALS International Conference on Languages 2013. ISBN: 978-967-11647-1-6
9. Abdul Rashid Abdul Sitra, Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2013). Use of Soft Skills in Communication among TESL Trainee Practitioners. Published in Conference Proceedings of the 22nd MELTA International Conference 2013. ISBN 978-983-9411-02-7.
10. Chuah Ek Lon, Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). The Introduction in Abstract Writing of Term Papers: Rhetorical Moves and Linguistic Realizations. Published in Conference Proceedings of MyCASELT 2012. eISBN: 978-967-0171-22-7.
11. Hossein Abolfathiasl & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Pragmatic Strategies and Linguistic Structures in Making ‘Suggestions’: Towards Comprehensive Taxonomies. Published in Conference Proceedings of the Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching (MICELT) 2012. ISBN: 978-967-960- 326-2.
12. Mehdi Gran Hemat, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah& Helen Tan. (2012). Methodological Issues in the Examination of the Interplay of Language Policy, Ethnic Identity and National Identity. Published in Conference Proceedings of 7th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2012. ISBN 978-967-960-315-6.
13. Lam Yik San, Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng &Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). A Comparative Study of Rhetorical Moves in Abstracts of Published Research Articles and Students Term Papers in the Field of Computer and Communication Systems Engineering. Published in Conference Proceedings of 7th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2012. ISBN 978- 967-960-315-6.
14. Chuah Ek Lon, Chan Swee Heng &Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Negotiating Abstract Writing in Technical Papers. Published in Conference Proceedings of 7th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2012. ISBN: 978-967-960-315-6.
15. Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin, Chan Swee Heng &Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2012). Exploring Multilingual Acts in Billboard Advertisements: The Linguistic and Code Practices in a Linguistic Landscape. Published in Conference Proceedings of 7thMalaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2012. ISBN: 978-967-960-315-6.
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16. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah& Jackson Wong Kok Ming. (2012). Teasing Out Cultural Values Embedded in Reading Texts Used For Assessment. Published in Conference Proceedings of Regional Conference on Cross Cultural Communication and National Integration 2012. ISBN: 978-967-5985-25-6.
17. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng & Cheah Mun Chun. (2012). Linguistic Vitality of Bahasa Malaysia in an Integrated Society. Published in Conference Proceedings of Regional Conference on Cross Cultural Communication and National Integration 2012. ISBN: 978-967-5985-25-6.
18. Rokiah Mustapha, Chan Swee Heng &Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2009). Functional Values Attached to Multilingualism by Malaysian Undergraduates. Published in Proceedings of MICOLLAC 2009 (6th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures: Universals, Distinctions and Cross-disciplinary Perceptive) Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM. ISBN: 978- 983-4114-4-0
19. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah& Chan Swee Heng. (2009). What is My Language Choice?: Sociolinguistic and Psychological Factors as Determinacy. Published in Proceedings of MICOLLAC 2009. ISBN: 978-983-4114-4-0.
20. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2008). Language Needs Situated in a Context-Sensitive Workplace. Published in Proceedings of the 6thInternational Seminar of Language for Specific Purposes.
21. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng, & Wong Bee Eng. (2008). Towards Integrating Workplace Language Needs and Curricular Provisions at Tertiary Institutions. Published in Refereed proceedings of the TARC International Conference on Learning and Teaching 2008.
22. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Wong Bee Eng. (2008). Tracking the Progress of the Malaysian Language Policy Innovation. Published in Proceedings of the 6th Asia TEFL International Conference 2008.
23. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng, & Rosli Talif. (2008). The Language Experience of Incumbent Workers: Some Pragmatic Insights. Published in Proceedings of the International Conference on Language Teaching & Learning 2008. ISBN 978-983-43160-1-3.
24. Chan Swee Heng, Wong Bee Eng, & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2007). Taking Stock of the Viability of the Malaysian Language Policy Innovation. Published in Proceedings of International Conference of Globalization in Education: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implications for Vietnam and the Region at SEAMEO RETRAC, Vietnam 2007.
25. Chan Swee Heng & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2007). Innovations in MCQ Design: Testing the Construct of Reading. Published in Proceedings of International Conference of Asia TEFL 2007. 22 | CURRICULUM VITAE / Ain Nadzimah Abdullah
26. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (2007). Complying with National Language Policy: Language Use in the Legal Domain. Language: Published in Proceedings of International Conference of Language in the Realm of Social Dynamics, 101-116.
27. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Chan Swee Heng. (2007). Reacting to the Dynamics of Social Change in Language Education Planning and Policy. Published in Proceedings of International Conference of Language in the Realm of Social Dynamics, 1, 3-10.
Modules/ Study Guides
1. Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Helen Tan. HMEF 5133. (2016). Directed Reading Module. Open University Malaysia.
2. Chan Swee Heng and Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. HPES 7013. (2012). Study Guide for Doctoral Seminar in Education. Open University Malaysia.
3. Chan Swee Heng and Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (2010). HBET4703. ESP Study Guide for English for Specific Purposes. Open University Malaysia.
4. Chan Swee Heng and Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. 2009. PJJ Module. BBI 3422. Research Methods in English. Serdang: Pusat Pendidikan Luar UPM.
5. Helen Tan, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Chan Swee Heng. (2001). BBI 2411 Reading and Discussion Skills. Serdang, Selangor: Institute of Distance Education and Learning, Universiti Putra Malaysia.
6. Helen Tan, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, & Chan Swee Heng. (1998). BBI 2402 English for Academic Purposes II. Serdang, Selangor: Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia.
7. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah and Ghazali Kamaruddin. (1996). BBI 3201: Introduction to General Linguistics. Serdang, Selangor: Institute of Distance Education and Learning, Universiti Putra Malaysia.
Popular Writings
1. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (15 November 1999). Planning for Languages Part I. Tribun Putra, Bil. 14, pp 4.
2. Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif. (15 December 1999). Planning for Languages Part II. Tribun Putra, Bil. 15, pp. 4.
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3. Rosli Talif & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (5 September 1998). BM-English bilingualism: Not a linguistic conflict. Tribun Putra. Bil. 2, pp. 10.
4. Rosli Talif & Ain Nadzimah Abdullah. (28 December 1998). Bilingualism is profitable. Tribun Putra, Bil. 5, pp. 14.
5. Creative Writer for Academia Newsletters Publication, Office of the Deputy Vice- Chancellor (Academic and International), 2010
6. Creative Writer for Academia 4th Issue Newsletters Publication, Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International), October 2011.
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RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
RESEARCH PROJECTS Principal Researcher - On-going Research Projects Principal Researcher - Completed Research Projects Co-Researcher - On-going Research Projects Co-Researcher - Completed Research Projects Self-Funded - Completed Research Projects
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RESEARCH AWARDS Gold Medal Silver Medal Bronze Medal
Research Grants (Leadership) - On-going / Completed Principal researcher On-going 5 Completed 14 Co-researcher On-going 2 Completed 39 Self-funded Completed 4
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Research Awards Gold 2 Silver 7 Bronze 2
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RESEARCH GRANTS
Researcher Role Number Funding Agency of Research Projects International Principal Researcher 2 Osaka Gas Foundation for International Grants Cultural Exchange, Japan Co - Researcher 1 CICHE, United Kingdom National Grants Principal Researcher 1 Ministry of Information and Culture, Malaysia Co - Researcher 12 Ministry of Science and Technology, Malaysia Ministry of Education, Malaysia Ministry of Information and Culture, Malaysia Ministry of Women and Family Affairs, Malaysia University Grants Principal Researcher 15 Universiti Putra Malaysia Co - Researcher 28 Universiti Putra Malaysia Private Sector Principal Researcher 2 Messrs’ Shahrizat, Rashid and Lee Grants Co - Researcher - -
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RESEARCH PROJECTS
Principal Researcher - On-going Research Projects
1. Title Malaysian Lower Primary Test of Reading (Miri LoPToR) 2 Source of funding Osaka Gas Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (OGFICE) Amount RM 85 519.50
2. Title Malaysian Lower Primary Test of Reading (Miri LoPToR) 1 Source of funding Osaka Gas Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (OGFICE) Amount RM 79 324.94
3. Title Eye Movement Analysis and Information Processing to Reading and Summary Writing in Second Language Acquisition (SLA) Source of funding Putra Grant - GP-IPS/2015/ 9450400 Amount RM 15 000
4. Title Learning Academic Vocabulary through Corpus-Based and Data-Driven Approaches Source of funding GIPP (Incentive Research Grant for Teaching and Learning), UPM No. Vot: 9323669 Amount RM 15 000
5. Title Practice and Interpretation of Silence among Nigerian and Malaysian Tertiary Students Source Putra Grant – GP-IPS/2016/9490900 of funding Amount RM 15 000
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Principal Researcher – Completed Research Projects
1. Title Exploring the Strength of Language Vitality Indicators: Sustainability in the Shaping of Linguistic Identities among Multi-Ethnic Malaysians Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Project No.: 06-02-12-1933RU. Amount RM 37 000
2. Title Defining the Construct of Anxiety in Oral Competence among ESL Learners at Tertiary Level Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Amount RM 9000
3. Title A Corpus- Informed Study of Discourse Markers in Research Proposal Abstract of Graduate Social Science Students at Malaysian Universities Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Amount RM 14 000
4. Title National Language as Heritage Language: Maintenance and Use among Malaysians Source of funding Jabatan Warisan Negara, Ministry of Information and Culture Amount RM 132 474.80
5. Title Language Choice and Use in Relation to Language Policy as Practiced among Malaysian Financial Institutions Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Amount RM 54 990
6. Title Development of a Socio-Psychological Framework to Map Language Choice and Use in the Legal Workplace Source of RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) funding: Amount: RM 37 644
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7. Title Attitudes towards the English Language of International Students at Universiti Putra Malaysia Source of UPM – FBMK funding FBMK/0701/JBI03 Amount RM 5000
8. Title Defining Parameters of Multilingualism in terms of Economic Values Source of UPM-FBMK funding FBMK/0701/JBI02 Amount RM 5000
9. Title Language Use in Enhancing Capacities and Opportunities in the Banking Industry Source of UPM – FBMK funding FBMK/0701/JBI01 Amount RM 5000
10. Title A Study of Language Choice and Use in Civil Matter Proceedings Source of funding UPM – FBMK FBMK/0601-JBI09 Amount RM 3000
11. Title Legalese in Letters of Demand Source of funding UPM – FBMK FBMK/0601-JBI08 Amount RM 3000
12. Title Learning Mathematics and Science in English in the Primary School: Impediments to Implement Action Source of funding UPM – FBMK FBMK/ 0301-JB1018 Amount RM 4950
13. Title Language in the Malaysian Legal Context Source of funding Messrs’ Shahrizat, Rashid and Lee Amount RM 10 000
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14. Title Belief and Language Choice Source of funding Messrs’ Shahrizat, Rashid and Lee Amount RM 3500
15. Title Language Use in the Construction Workplace Source of funding UPM – FBMK FBMK/ 0365-JB1018 Amount RM 4500
Co-Researcher - On-going Research Projects
1. Title Building an Abstract Checker Prototype as a Tool to Develop Abstract Writing Researchers Helen Tan, Syamsiah binti Mashohor, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah Source of funding FRGS (Fundamental Research Grant Scheme) 06-02-14-1496FR Amount RM 97 800
2. Title Development of a Self-assessment Checklist for Malaysian Tertiary Level Students’ Report Writing Researchers Vahid Nimehchisalem, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Sabariah Md Rashid, Yong Mei Fung, Shameem Mohd Rafik Khan Source of funding GP-IPM (Universiti Putra Malaysia) GP-IPM/2014/9427200 Amount RM 38 690
Co-Researcher – Completed Research Projects
1. Title Assessment Literacy of Public University Lectures Researchers Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah Source of funding GIPP (Incentive Grant Research for Teaching and Learning) (Universiti Putra Malaysia) No. Vot – 9323626 Amount RM 18 000
2. Title International Students’ Perception of Malaysian English and its Impact on Intercultural Communication Researchers Shameem Mohd. Rafik Khan, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Jusang Bolong, Shadi Khojastehrad. Source of funding GP-IPS (Universiti Putra Malaysia) GP-IPS/2013/9395500 Amount RM 8000
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3. Title Assessing Communicative Soft Skills at Tertiary Institutions: Defining the Domains and Criteria Researchers Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Ezhar Tamam, Syamsiah Mashohor, Wan Azizun Wan Adnan Source of funding ERGS (Exploratory Research Grant Scheme, Ministry of Education) ERGS/1-2012/5527075 Amount RM 50 000
4. Title Oral Communication Skills: Test Implementation and Validation, Stakeholders’ Perceptions, Instructional Strategies, and Vocabularies Researchers Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Tan Bee Hoon, Chan Mei Yuit, Helen Tan, Sabariah Mohd Rashid Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Vote No: 93001 Amount RM 52 800
5. Title Implementation of National Language as Heritage Policy: The Curriculum and Use and Maintenance of Bahasa Kiasan, Bahasa Diraja and Bahasa Lama Researchers Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, et al Source of funding Department of Heritage, Ministry of Information and Culture Amount RM 92 460
6. Title Enhancing Abstract Writing for Engineering Reports Using Logical Formulators Research University Researchers Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah and Syamsiah Mashohor Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Amount RM 35 000
7. Title Social Interactions in Film Adaptations of ‘Chick Lit’ Novels Researchers Rosli bin Talif, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Jariah Mohd Jan and Diana Abu Ujum Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) No. Projek: 06-04-11-1543RU Amount RM 20 000 \
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8. Title Patterns of Language and Cultural Maintenance among the Tamil Speech Community in Malaysia Researchers Paramasivam Muthusamy, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Shameem Rafik Khan and Maya Khemlani David Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Pusat Kos: 9199708 Amount RM 69 250
9. Title Language Use and Business Management Communication Practices in Malaysian Manufacturing and Contacting Organizations Researchers: Shameem Rafik Galea, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah et al Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Amount RM 63 980
10. Title Intercultural Contact in ‘Malaysian Tourism’ in Relation to Language Attitudes and Motivation in Foreign Language Learning: Towards a Malaysian Model Researchers Shameem Mohd. Rafik Khan, Afida Mohd Ali, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Renate Kaerchner-Ober and Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FRGS (Fundamental Research Grant Scheme, Ministry of Education) Amount RM 25 000
11. Title Development of a Framework for the Analysis of Multilingualism in the Malaysian Education Domain Researchers Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Shameem Rafik Galea Source of funding RUGS (Research University Grant Scheme) Amount RM 27 440
12. Title The Development of the Mediated Employer-Employee Language Profile (Melp) as a Mechanism to Benchmark English Language Needs of the Malaysian Service Sector Industry. Researchers Rosli Talif, Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Sabariah Md Rashid, Wong Bee Eng, Rohimmi Noor Source of funding MOSTI (Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation) MOSTI 04-01-04-SF0437 Amount RM 111 790.00
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13. Title: English Language Competence of Post-Graduate Students at Universiti Putra Malaysia Researchers: Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Wong Bee Eng Source of UPM-FBMK (Universiti Putra Malaysia) funding: FBMK/0701/JBI03 Amount: RM 5000
14. Title Defining the Construct of Reader Orientation in Post- Graduate Writing Researchers - Source of funding FRGS (Fundamental Research Grant Scheme, Ministry of Education) Project Code-03-01-07-186FR Amount RM 29 845
15. Title Language Use in Enhancing Capacities and Opportunities in the Banking Industry Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK-UPM (Universiti Putra Malaysia) FBMK/0701/JB101 Amount RM 5000
16. Title The Use of English at Public Tertiary Institutions Researchers - Source of funding Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia Amount RM 176 000.00
17. Title English Language Use in Public Institutions of Higher Learning Researchers - Source of funding Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia Amount RM 50 000.00
18. Title Assessing Employability of Graduates for the Malaysian Job Market through the Mediated Employer-Employee language Profile Researchers - Source of funding FBMK/0601-JBI05 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
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19. Title Representation of Plurilingual Competence and Language Use among Multilingual Learners Researchers - Source of funding FBMK/0601/JBA010 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
20. Title Apprehension and Gender Effect in the Learning of Mathematics and Science in English Researchers - Source of funding FBMK/0601-JBI017 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 2750
21. Title Testing English for Science and Technology Researchers - Source of funding FBMK/0602/JBI01 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
22. Title A Domain Analysis of UPM Undergraduates’ Language Use Researchers - Source of funding FBMK/0602/JBI016 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
23. Title Language Use in the Legal Workplace Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/0602/JBI017 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
24. Title Representation of Malays and Malay Culture in Malaysian- Singaporean Literature in English Researchers Rosli Talif, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Washima Che Dan, Norita Omar, Jariah Md Jan Source of funding IRPA (Intensive Research in Priority Areas) Ministry of Science and Technology (Kod 54291) Amount RM 182 000.00
25. Title Inter-Generational Transmission of Values across Ethnic Groups Researchers Maya Khemlani David, Faridah Noor, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding Ministry of Women and Family Affairs Amount RM 68 000
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26. Title A Study of Language Choice and Use in Criminal Matters Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/0501-JBI01 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
27. Title Evaluating the Factor of Anxiety on ESL Performance: Are there Attacks of Anxiety that Affect ESL Reading Performance? Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/0501-JBI05 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
28. Title Bridging the Gap Between Projected and Actual Lexical Competence Among ESL Learners Through a Corpus Based Approach Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/0501-JBI08 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
29. Title Investigation of Malaysian University Students Perceptions and Evaluation of Their Multilingualism Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/0501-JBA010 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 3000
30. Title ESL Learners’ Vocabulary Competence: Identification and Usage Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/03-01-JBI019 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 4920
31. Title Rhetorical Conventions as a Reflection of Linguistic Reflectivity Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding UPM/ Short-term Kod 50220-98-01 Amount RM 2543
32. Title L1 in Partnership with L2: A Happy Marriage or One Leading to Divorce? Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/03-01-JBI0146 (Universiti Putra Malaysia) Amount RM 5821
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33. Title Examining the Bilingual Iceberg Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding UPM/ Short-term Kod 50220-97-03 Amount RM 6730
34. Title Tertiary English Language Proficiency Programs: The Underlying Philosophies Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding UPM/ Short-term Kod 50220-97-03 Amount RM 3623.25
35. Title The Teaching of Literature in Malaysia Researchers Rosli Talif, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Nora Md Noor Source of funding CICHE/UPM Amount RM 200 000.00
36. Title Designing an Oral Skills Intervention Package Researchers Chan Swee Heng, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Rosli Talif Source of funding IRPA/ Ministry of Science and Technology Amount RM100 000.00
37. Title Do We Need to Speak English in Malaysia? Researchers Rosli Talif, Arshad Abdul Samad, Ain Nadzimah Abdullah Source of funding IRPA/ Ministry of Science and Technology Amount RM 100 000.00
38. Title Perception towards English Language Use at Tertiary Level for Science and Technology Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding UPM/ Short-term 50220-96-02 Amount RM 6972
39. Title ESL Learners’ Competence in Writing at UPM Researchers Ain Nadzimah Abdullah, Chan Swee Heng Source of funding FBMK/0301-JBI020 Amount RM 4920
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Self-funded
1. Bilingualism is Profitable. Principal Researcher. Self-funded. (1998). Completed.
2. Do I need to be Bilingual? Principal Researcher. Self-funded. (1998). Completed.
3. Not a linguistic Conflict to be Bilingual. Principal Researcher. Self-funded. (1998). Completed.
4. Summarizing Literacy among Post Graduate Students at UPM. Self-funded. (1997). Co-Researcher. Completed.
COPYRIGHT
1. Copyright entitled “Online Abstract Checker based on Santos’ Moves” – Ref: UPM/100-45/1 (A) 2. Copyright entitled “Learner Corpus of Engineering Abstract (LCEA)” Ref: UPM/100-45/2© 3. Inventory for Assessing Comprehensive Soft Skills – Ref: http://www.iacss.net/
RESEARCH AWARDS
GOLD MEDAL
1. Title Investigating Malaysian Students’ Perceptions and Evaluation of Their Multilinguism Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date 19th– 21st July 2011
2. Title Exploring the Language of Traffic Signs in the Malaysian Linguistic Landcape: its Meaning Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date 19th– 21st July 2011
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SILVER MEDAL
1. Title Abstractchecker.com Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date 2016
2. Title Descriptive writing self-assessment guide Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date 2016
3. Title Invention of Learner Corpus of Engineering Abstracts (LCEA) Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date 2014
4. Title The Development of the Mediated Employer-Employee Language Profile (MELP) as a Mechanism to Benchmark English Langugae Needs of the Malaysian Service Sector Industry Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date 20th –22nd July 2010
5. Title: Development of a Sociopsychological Framework to Map Language Choice and Use in the Legal Workplace Exhibition: Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date: 20th –22nd July 2010
6. Title English Language Test for Academic Staff (ELTAS) Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, University of Malaya Date 2009
7. Title Investigating Malaysian Students’ Perceptions and Evaluation of Their Multilinguism Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date August 2006
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BRONZE MEDAL
1. Title Legalese: Unraveling the Intricacies Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date: August 2006
2. Title The representation of Malays and Malay culture in Malaysian and Singaporean literature in English Exhibition Exhibition of Inventions, Research and Innovation, UPM Date March 2005
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CONFERENCE PAPERS
SUMMARY OF CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
International conferences 131 National conferences 20 Total Number of Papers Presented 151
Papers have been presented in the following countries: England, Wales, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, Cyprus, Australia, China, Vietnam, Thailand, India and Malaysia.
Invited Speaker 1 Plenary Speaker at Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2012. Paper titled “Why bother with sociolinguistics and sociolinguistic research?” (Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside Hotel, Putrajaya, 10- 11 July 2012) 2 Keynote Speaker at MARA National English Education Summit 2013. Paper titled “Shaping attitude: Acknowledging students’ language beliefs and needs”. (Puteri Resort, Ayer Keroh, Melaka, 1-4 July 2013) 3 Featured Speaker at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching (MICELT) 2014. Paper titled “Language vitality indicators: Sustainability of languages among Malaysians”. (Palace of the Golden Horses, Kuala Lumpur, 13-15 September 2014)
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1. Perceptions of Stakeholders on the Linguistic Landscape in Kuala Lumpur. Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin & Zalina Mohd Kasim)
2. Questions and Functions of Questions in the Promotion of Life Insurance Products. Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Wan Irham Ishak, Shameem Rafik-Galea & Mei Yuit Chan)
3. Integrating Data-Driven Approach to Teach Academic Vocabulary in Writing Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi & Sharon Sharmini)
4. The Relationship between Malaysian TESL Trainee Teachers’ Personality Traits and their Verbal Communication Skills. Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Abdul Rashid)
5. Investigating the Use of Conversational Silence by Nigerian and Malaysian Science and Non-Science Graduate Students in Academic Discourse: Some Methodological Issues. Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Bashir Ibrahim, , Shameem Rafik-Galea & Zalina Mohd Kasim)
6. Lexico-Grammatical Structure of the Rhetorical Moves in Hard and Soft Science Postgraduate Thesis Abstracts. Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Dariush Saberi, Helen Tan & Syamsiah Mashohor)
7. Malaysian University Students’ Attitudes towards Accented Speech Varieties of English and the Affecting Social Variables. Paper presented at 9th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 16 - 18 August 2016. (with Zainab Thamer Ahmed & Chan Swee Heng)
8. The Effectiveness of an Online Abstract Checker Application. Paper presented at 3rd International Conference on Computer, Communication and Control Technology, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 19 – 21 April 2016. (with Syamsiah Mashohor & Helen Tan)
9. The Relationship between Personality Traits and Nonverbal Communication Skills of TESL Trainee Practitioners in Malaysia. Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching, 28 – 30 March 2016. (with Abdul Rashid bin Abdul Sitra & Chan Swee Heng)
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10. What are Malaysian Tertiary Students’ Preferences for Accented Speech in the Use of English and in Choice of English Language Instructors? Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching, 28 – 30 March 2016. (with Zainab Thamer Ahmed, & Chan Swee Heng)
11. Developing an English Language Wordlist for Malaysian Lower Primary Students. Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching, 28 – 30 March 2016. (with Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi, Sharon Sharmini & Mazlin Mazlan)
12. Vitality of the English Language among Malaysian National Type Primary School Students. Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching, 28 – 30 March 2016. (with How Soo Ying & Chan Swee Heng)
13. Connecting Personality Traits to Communication Skills of TESL Trainee Practitioners in Malaysia. Paper presented at 13th Asia TEFL International Conference at Nanjing International Youth Cultural Centre, Nanjing, China, 6 – 8 November 2015. (with Abdul Rashid, Chan Swee Heng & Ravindran)
14. Malaysian Degree Students’ Difficulty Areas in ESL Descriptive Writing. Paper presented at International Conference on English Language Teaching. Malacca, 19 – 21 October 2015. (with Vahid Nimehchisalem, Shameem Begum Mohd Rafik Khan, Yong Mei Fung, Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi & Sabariah Md Rashid)
15. Assessing Soft Skills Use of Students at Malaysian Tertiary Institutions. . Paper presented at International Conference on English Language Teaching. Malacca, 19 – 21 October 2015. (with Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi & Chan Swee Heng)
16. Malaysian University Students’ Responses towards Accented English. Paper presented at 2nd International Language and Language Teaching Conference. Yogyakarta, Indonesia, 25 – 26 September 2015. (with Zainab Thamer & Chan Swee Heng)
17. Classroom Assessment Beliefs and Practices at a Malaysian Tertiary Institution. Paper presented at BUC Second International Multidisciplinary Conference: English Language, Literature, and Information Technology 2015. Al Buraimi University College, Oman, 2 - 3 May 2015. (with Chan Swee Heng, Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi, and Helen Tan)
18. The Teaching of Sound-Letter Association across Gender among Young English Language Learners. Paper presented at International Seminar on Language Teaching. Bangi, 4 - 5 February 2015. (with Muhaida Akmal Mohamad & Shameem Rafik- Galea)
19. Effects of Gender and Ethnicity on Patterns of Language Choice in the Family and Transaction Domains among University Undergraduates. Paper presented at National Research & Innovation Conference 2014. Port Dickson, 5 -7 December 2014. (with Mehdi Gran Hemat, Ain, Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
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20. Pragmatic consciousness-raising activities and EFL learners’ speech act performance of ‘making suggestions. Paper presented at Language and Education Conference 2014. Negeri Sembilan, 20 - 21 October. (with Hossein Abolfathiasl)
21. English Language Vitality in Malaysia: An Early Construction among Primary School Learners. Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching 2014. Palace of Golden Horses, September 13 - 15. (with How Soo Ying & Chan Swee Heng,)
22. A Cross-Linguistic Analysis of Multi-Word Combinations in Academic Oral Speech. Paper presented at 8th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2014. (with Hadi Kashiha, Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan) e-ISBN: 978-967-960-353-8
23. What is the Language Vitality of the English Language among Malaysian Primary School Students? Paper presented at 8th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2014. Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 12 -14 August. (with How Soo Ying & Chan Swee Heng)
24. Public Multilingualism: What Do Billboard Advertisements Say? Paper presented at 8th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 2014. Rainbow Paradise Resort, Penang, 12 -14 August. (with Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin, Chan Swee Heng & Zalina Mohd Kasim)
25. Patterns of Language Choice and Use in the Education Domain: The Case of University Undergraduates. Paper presented at 6th International Conference on Humanities and Social Sciences 2014. Royale Chulan Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 6 – 7 June 2014. (with Mehdi Gran Hemat, Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
26. Language Anxiety Issues among ESL University Students: A Study from the Instructors’ Perspectives. Paper presented at International Language Conference 2014. International Islamic University Malaysia, 4-6 June 2014. (with Nurkarimah Yusof & Chan Swee Heng)
27. What is the Language Vitality of the English Language among Malaysian Primary School Students? Paper presented at 8th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures. Tanjung Bungah, Penang, 12 - 14 August 2014. (with How Soo Ying & Chan Swee Heng)
28. Vitality of the English Language at the Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Levels. Paper presented at Asia TEFL International Conference and MELTA International Conference 2014. Kuching, Sarawak, 28 - 30 August 2014. (with How Soo Ying & Chan Swee Heng)
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29. The Interpretation of Accented Speech in English by Malaysian University Students. Paper presented at Asia TEFL International Conference and MELTA International Conference 2014. Kuching, Sarawak, 28 - 30 August 2014. (with Zainab Thamer Ahmed & Chan Swee Heng)
30. Assessment Issues and Challenges: Implementation of an Oral Test for University Students. Paper presented at International Conference on Assessment for Higher Education across Domains and Skills 2013 (AHEADS 2013). Kuala Lumpur, 17 - 19 December 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng, Tan Bee Hoon, Sabariah Md Rashid, Chan Mei Yuit & Helen Tan)
31. English as a Global Language in the 21st Century: Its Place in Banking. Paper presented at International Conference on Languages, Linguistics and Society 2013 (ICLALIS 2013) at Promenade Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 22 - 24 October 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
32. Writing to Engage Readers through Metadiscourse. Paper presented at International Conference on Languages, Linguistics and Society 2013 (ICLALIS 2013). Promenade Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 22 - 24 October 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
33. The Malaysian National Education Blueprint: How do Teachers Perceive Bilinguality for the Malaysian Secondary School Student? Paper presented at International Conference on Languages, Linguistics and Society 2013 (ICLALIS 2013). Promenade Hotel, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 22 - 24 October 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng)
34. Patterns of Language Choice in the Education Domain: The Malaysian Context. Paper presented at 11th Asia TEFL International Conference. Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines, 26 - 28 October 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng & Rahman A.R.M)
35. Science Literacy in the Malaysian ESL Context. Paper presented at Multidisciplinary Approaches in Language Policy and Planning Conference. Calgary, Canada, 5 - 7 September 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng)
36. English Language Policy for Malaysian Universities: Meeting the Language Needs of Local Economies. Paper presented at Multidisciplinary Approaches in Language Policy and Planning Conference. Calgary, Canada, 5 - 7 September 2013. (with Chan Swee Heng)
37. English Language Vitality among Malaysian Primary School Students. Paper presented at International Conference SoLLs.INTEC.13 (Knowledge-Innovation- Excellence: Synergy in Language Research and Practice) 2013. Cyberview Resort& Spa, Cyberjaya, 2 - 3 July 2013. (with How Soo Ying & Chan Swee Heng)
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38. Malaysian University Students’ Attitudes towards Six Varieties Speech English. Paper presented at International Conference SoLLs.INTEC.13 (Knowledge- Innovation-Excellence: Synergy in Language Research and Practice) 2013. Cyberview Resort& Spa, Cyberjaya, 2 - 3 July 2013. (with Zainab Thamer & Chan Swee Heng).
39. How anxious are ESL Tertiary Learners When Taking a Speaking Test? Paper presented at the 2nd UPALS International Conference on Languages 2013. Academy of Language Studies, UiTM Penang, 29 - 31 May 2013. (with Nurkarimah Yusof &Chan Swee Heng)
40. Use of Soft Skills in Communication among TESL Trainee Practitioners. Paper presented at the 22nd MELTA International Conference 2013, Johor Baru, 28 - 31 May 2013. (with Abdul Rashid Abdul Sitra & Chan Swee Heng)
41. The Introduction in Abstract Writing of Term Papers: Rhetorical Moves and Linguistic Realizations. Paper presented at Malaysian International Conference on Academic Strategies in English Language Teaching (My CASELT) 2012. Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam, 27 - 28 November 2012. (with Chuah Ek Lon, Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
42. Probing the Construct of Bilinguality in the Context of the Malaysian Education Blueprint. Paper presented at Malaysian International Conference on English Language Teaching (MICELT) 2012. Kinta Riverfront Hotel, Ipoh, 8 – 10 October 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Saeid Raoofi)
43. A Corpus-based Study of Discourse Connectors in Iranian and Malaysian English Language Textbooks. Paper presented at Malaysian International Conference on English Language Teaching (MICELT) 2012. Kinta Riverfront Hotel, Ipoh, 8 – 10 October 2012. (with Seyed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi, Arshad Abdul Samad & Jayakaran Mukundan)
44. Insights into Linguistic Vitality of English and its Relevance to Tertiary Level Language Policy. Paper presented at the 10th Asia TEFL International Conference at Hotel Leela Kempinski. Gurgaon, Delhi, India, 4 - 6 October 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng, Helen Tan & Chuah Ek Lon)
45. Conveying Communicative Intent: Moves and Metadiscourse in Abstract Writing. Paper presented at the 10th Asia TEFL International Conference at Hotel Leela Kempinski. Gurgaon, Delhi, India, 4 - 6 October 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng, Helen Tan & Chuah Ek Lon)
46. A Synchronic Investigation of the Significance of Foreign Languages for the Tourism Trade in Malaysia. Paper presented at International Hospitality and Tourism Conference 2012. Concorde Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 3 - 5 September 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Shameem Rafik-Galea)
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47. Methodological Issues in the Examination of the Interplay of Language Policy, Ethnic Identity and National Identity. Paper presented at the 7th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MICOLLAC). Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, Putrajaya, 10 - 11 July 2012. (with Mehdi Gran Hemat, Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
48. Exploring Multilingual Acts in Billboard Advertisement: The Linguistic and Code Practices in a Linguistic Landscape. Paper presented at the 7th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MICOLLAC). Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, Putrajaya. 10 - 11 July 2012. (with Aini Andria Shirin Anuarudin & Chan Swee Heng)
49. Effect of Context on Hesitation Strategies Used by Iranian Postgraduate Students at UPM. Paper presented at the 7th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MICOLLAC). Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, Putrajaya. 10 - 11 July 2012. (with Shadi Khojastehrad)
50. Comparative Study of the Rhetorical Moves in Engineering Published Research Articles and Students Term Papers. Paper presented at the Paper presented at the 7th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MICOLLAC). Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, Putrajaya. 10 - 11 July 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng, Helen Tan & Lam Yik San)
51. Negotiating Abstract Writing in Technical Paper. Paper presented at the 7th Malaysian International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (MICOLLAC). Pullman Putrajaya Lakeside, Putrajaya. 10 - 11 July 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng, Helen Tan & Chuah Ek Lon)
52. Writing Challenges Faced by Foreign Students in Academic Writing. Paper presented at 3rd International Conference on Academic Mobility and Migration. FBMK UPM, 4 - 5 July 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Suraya Amirrudin).
53. Use of Homeland National Language among Iranians Living Abroad: Diasporic Associations. Paper presented at 3rd International Conference on Academic Mobility and Migration. FBMK UPM, 4 - 5 July 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Narjes Karimi Maryamabadi)
54. Discourse Strategies in Personal Selling of Life Insurance. Paper presented at University of Malaya Conference on Discourse and Society 2012. Intercontinental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 27 – 29 June 2012. (with Shameem Rafik-Galea & Wan Irham Ishak)
55. Teasing Out Cultural Values Embedded in Reading Texts Used for Assessment. Paper presented at Regional Conference on Cross-Cultural Communication and National Integration (RECCNI) 2012. Palace of the Golden Horses, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, 19 – 21 June 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Jackson Wong Kok Ming)
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56. Linguistic Vitality of Bahasa Malaysia in an Integrated Society. Paper presented at Regional Conference on Cross-Cultural Communication and National Integration (RECCNI) 2012. Palace of the Golden Horses, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, 19 – 21 June 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Cheah Mun Chun)
57. Interpreting Hesitant Pauses as a Communication Strategy. Paper presented at 21st Malaysia English Language Teaching Association (MELTA) International Conference. Four Points, Sheraton, Kuching, 7 - 8 June 2012 (with Chan Swee Heng)
58. Defining the Construct of Anxiety in Relation to Speaking Skills among ESL Learners at Tertiary Level. Paper presented at 21st Malaysian English Language Teaching Association (MELTA) International Conference 2012. Sunway Putra Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28 – 29 May 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Nurkarimah Yusof)
59. Interpreting Hesitant Pauses as a Communication Strategy. Paper presented at 21st Malaysian English Language Teaching Association (MELTA) International Conference 2012. Sunway Putra Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 28 – 29 May 2012. (with Chan Swee Heng & Wan Nurfateihah Wan Nawang)
60. English as Malaysia’s Second Most Important Language: Its Linguistic Vitality. Paper presented at 3rd FLL Postgraduate Conference. Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, 8 - 9 Dec 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng & Cheah Mun Chun)
61. Language Choice for Writing in Commercial Banks in the Klang Valley. Paper presented at 3rd FLL Postgraduate Conference. Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, 8-9 Dec 2011. ( with Chan Swee Heng & Abigail Boh Chuang Nee)
62. Ethno Linguistic Vitality of Melayu Deli Dialect in Deli Serdang Regency, Northern Sumatra. Paper presented at 3rd FLL Postgraduate Conference. Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, 8 - 9 Dec 2011. (with Sari Dewi)
63. Hesitation Strategies in Oral L2 Test among Iranian EFL Learners. Paper presented at 3rd FLL Postgraduate Conference/ Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, 8 - 9 Dec 2011. (with Shadi Khojasteh Rad)
64. Reflection of 1 Malaysia Values in the Malaysian UPSR English Language Tests. . Paper presented at 3rd FLL Postgraduate Conference/ Faculty of Languages and Linguistics, University of Malaya, 8 - 9 Dec 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng & Jackson Wong Kok Ming)
65. Reconciling Diverse Communities through Language Policy Practices in Malaysia. Paper presented at Cultural Difference and Social Solidarity: Dividing and Uniting Communities beyond Multiculturalism. Middle East Technical University-Northern Cyprus Campus, 4 – 8 July 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng)
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66. Linguistic Vitality of the National Heritage Language: Community Patterns of a Language Use. Paper presented at Cultural Difference and Social Solidarity: Dividing and Uniting Communities beyond Multiculturalism. Middle East Technical University-Northern Cyprus Campus, 4 – 8 July 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng)
67. A Unique Functional Distribution of Language Choice and Use in the Malaysian Financial Sector. Paper presented at Cross-Cultural Pragmatics at a Crossroads II: Linguistic and Cultural representations across Media Conference. University of East Anglia, Norwich, 30 June 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng)
68. Manufacturing Organizations Language Use in Operational Management. Paper presented at First Interdisciplinary Conference Applied Linguistics & Professional Practice. Health Communication Research Centre, Cardiff University, 23 - 24 June 2011. (with Shameem Rafik-Galea & Afida Mohamad Ali)
69. Exploring the Linguistic Landscape of a Selected ‘Cityscape’ in Malaysia. Paper presented at 3rd Global Advances in Business Communication Conference and Exhibition. Persada Johor International Convention, 9 June 2011. (with Aini Andria Shirin)
70. Learning the Pragmatics of Language: Children’s Experience with Visual Representations. Paper presented at 20th MELTA International Conference 2011 English Language Education and Global Learning: Policy, Practice, and Performance. Primula Beach Hotel, Kuala Terengganu, 30 May – 1 June 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng & Lim Chia Wei)
71. Metadiscourse Evidence in ESL Writing and the Reformulation of a Metadiscourse Framework. Paper presented at 20th MELTA International Conference 2011 English Language Education and Global Learning: Policy, Practice, and Performance. Primula Beach Hotel, Kuala Terengganu, 30 May – 1 June 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng & Helen Tan)
72. Designing a Test to meet the Specific Needs: Suggestions for a Test Specifications. Paper presented at 20th MELTA International Conference 2011 English Language Education and Global Learning: Policy, Practice, and Performance. Primula Beach Hotel, Kuala Terengganu, 30 May – 1 June 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng & Sabariah Md. Rashid)
73. Linguistic Vitality of the National Heritage Language: Community Patterns of Language Use. Paper presented at SoLLs.INTEC.11 International Conference on Language, Culture, & Literacy: Engaging Diversity in Challenging Times. Equatorial Hotel Bangi, Selangor, 11 - 12 May 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng)
74. Providing a Window into Representation: Mental Collectivities Captured in Language Test Design. Paper presented at SoLLs.INTEC.11 International Conference on Language, Culture, & Literacy: Engaging Diversity in Challenging Times. Equatorial Hotel Bangi, Selangor, 11 - 12 May 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng)
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75. Norms of Language Choice and Use in Relation to Listening and Speaking: The Realities of the Practice in the Malaysian Banking Sector. Paper presented at The Fourth English Language Conference (ELC 2011) “Challenges and Prospects in Language Learning and Teaching”. Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris Tanjung Malim, Perak, 7 - 8 March 2011. (with Chan Swee Heng & Abigail Boh)
76. The development of the Mediated Employer Language Profile (MELP) as a Mechanism to Benchmark English Language Needs of the Malaysia Service Sector Industry. Paper presented at The Third International Conference on International Studies (ICIS 2010) on A New Asian Century: Dynamics and Implications. Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur, 1 - 2 December 2010. (with Rosli Talif & Chan Swee Heng)
77. Values attached to Language Use by the ‘Educated’ in Multilingual Malaysia. Paper presented at The 2nd International Conference on the Role of Social Sciences and Humanities in Engineering (ICoHSE) 2010. Bay View Beach Resort, Penang, 11 November 2010. (with Chan Swee Heng, Tam Lee Mei & A.R.M. Mostafizar Rahman)
78. Value attached to the English language in relation to 1Malaysia: Perspectives from Malaysian Undergraduates. Paper presented at Seminar Kebangsaan ‘1Malaysia’. Universiti Malaysia Sabah, 1 - 3 November 2010. (with Chan Swee Heng)
79. Testing of Tangible Mental Collectivities in Language Tests its relevance to 1Malaysia. Paper presented at Seminar Kebangsaan ‘1Malaysia’. Universiti Malaysia Sabah, 1 - 3 November 2010. (with Chan Swee Heng)
80. Tertiary Students’ Understanding of ‘1Malaysia’. Paper presented at Seminar Kebangsaan ‘1Malaysia’. Universiti Malaysia Sabah, 1 - 3 November 2010. (with Sabariah Md. Rashid)
81. Language Choice and Use in relation to Language Policy as practiced among Malaysian Financial Institutions. Paper presented at the Second Conference of the Asia-Pacific Rim LSP and Professional Communication Association. Hilton Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 15 - 17 July 2010. (with Chan Swee Heng)
82. How ready are Tertiary-level Teachers in Using Computers to Teach Language? Paper presented at 19th MELTA International Conference 2010 “Transformation in English Language Education: Vision Innovation, Implementation”. M.S. Garden Hotel Kuantan, 11 - 12 June 2010. (with Chan Swee Heng & Wan Irham Ishak)
83. Taking a Pause in the Tempo of Using Computer Technology in the Language Classroom. Paper presented at Malaysia International Center for English MICELT 2010. Hotel Equatorial, Melaka, 12 May 2010. (with Chan Swee Heng & Wan Irham Ishak)
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84. Courtroom Language Choice in the Context of Language Policy Dictates. Paper presented at International Conference on Language Policy and Language Learning: New Paradigms and New Challenge 2009. University of Limerick, 18 - 20 June 2009. (with Chan Swee Heng)
85. Towards the Creation of the Multilingual Malaysian: Implication from a Language Education Policy. Paper presented at International Conference on Language Policy and Language Learning: New Paradigms and New Challenge 2009. University of Limerick, 18 - 20 June 2009. (with Chan Swee Heng)
86. Linking Attitude to Language Use and Functions in the Workplace Environment. Paper presented at UiTM Penang Academy of Language Studies (UPALS) International Conference on Languages. Bayview Hotel Penang, 27 - 28 May 2009. (with Chan Swee Heng)
87. Functional values attached to Multilingualism by Malaysian Undergraduates. Paper presented at the 6th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Marriott Hotel, Putrajaya, 28 - 30 April 2009. (with Chan Swee Heng & Rokiah bt Mustapha)
88. “Tertiary students’ Language Experience: Perceptions with Sociolinguistic Significance”. Paper presented at Conference on Language Learning and Teaching 2009: Confronting Realities in Diverging Horizons. Sunway Hotel, Seberang Jaya, Pulau Pinang, 5 - 6 March 2009. (with Chan Swee Heng)
89. The Use and Importance of English in the Malaysian Workplace. Paper presented at Conference on Language Learning and Teaching 2009: Confronting Realities in Diverging Horizons. Sunway Hotel, Seberang Jaya, Pulau Pinang, 5 - 6 March 2009. (with Chan Swee Heng)
90. Competing languages in Malaysian Courtroom. Paper presented at English and Asia: First International Conference. Crown Princess Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 24 November 2008. (with Chan Swee Heng)
91. Meeting the Objectives of Languages Policy: Stakeholders’ Readiness in the Use of English for Mathematics and Science. Paper presented at MELTA International Conference 2008: English Language and Media Literacies. Le Meridian, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 5 - 6 June 2008. (with Chan Swee Heng)
92. Engaging the Audience in Academic Writing. Paper presented at MELTA International Conference 2008: English Language and Media Literacies. Le Meridian, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 5 - 6 June 2008. (with Chan Swee Heng & Wong Bee Eng)
93. The Realisation of Discourse Meaning through a Social Agreement between the Reader and the Writer. Paper presented at MELTA International Conference 2008: English Language and Media Literacies. The Gurney Georgetown, Penang, 26 - 27 May 2008. (with Helen Tan, Chan Swee Heng & Wong Bee Eng)
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94. Multicultural Tolerance in the Mixing of Codes in the Dispensing of Justice in Malaysia. Paper presented at 3rd International University of Malaya Law Conference at Auditorium Tun Mohd Suffian. Faculty of Law, University of Malaya, 6 - 7 May 2008. (with Chan Swee Heng)
95. Language Needs Situated in a Context-Sensitive Workplace. Paper presented at 6th Language for Specific Purposes International Seminar. Persada Johor International Convention Center Johor Bahru, 9 - 10 April 2008. (with Chan Swee Heng & Rosli Talif)
96. The Language Experience of Incumbent Workers: Some Pragmatic Insights. Paper presented at International Conference on Language Teaching & Learning 2008. Hilton Petaling Jaya Hotel, Petaling Jaya, 17 - 19 March 2008. (with Rosli Talif & Chan Swee Heng)
97. Are Language Proficiency Programs at Tertiary Institutions Context-Sensitive? Paper presented at the 1st International Language Conference (ILC) 2008 at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), 3 - 5 March 2008. (with Rosli Talif & Chan Swee Heng)
98. Is there a Gender Effect in the Learning of Science in English? Paper presented at the TED – ELTC ETeMS Conference 2007. Royal Adelphi Hotel, Seremban, 27 - 29 November 2007. (with Mazlin Mazlan & Chan Swee Heng)
99. Linking a Strategic Language Plan to Economic Growth: The Malaysian Situation. Paper presented at the UKFIET Conference. University of Oxford, England, 11 - 13 September 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng)
100. Emergent Critical Issues from a New English Language Policy. Paper presented at the Language Ideologies and Media Discourse Conference. University Leeds, England, 3 - 8 September 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng & Wong Bee Eng)
101. Taking Stock of the Viability of the Malaysian Language Policy Innovation. Paper presented at the SEAMEO International Conference: Globalisation in Education: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implications for Vietnam and the Region. Ho Chi Minh City, Dalat, Vietnam, 14 August 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng & Wong Bee Eng)
102. Creating "The Malaysian" Through Language Policy Rationalization. Paper presented at LITCON 2007 organized by Universiti Sains Malaysia. Berjaya Georgetown Hotel One Stop Midlands Park, Penang, 25 - 27 July 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng)
103. Embedding English in the Learning of Science. Paper presented at TLEiA2 Conference organized by Universiti Utara Malaysia. Holiday Villa Langkawi, Kedah, (4 - 16 June 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng).
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104. Patterns of Language Choice in the Media Domain: The Malaysian Context. Paper presented at TLEiA2 Conference organized by Universiti Utara Malaysia. Holiday Villa Langkawi, Kedah, 14 - 16 June 2007. (with Rahman, A.R. M. & Chan Swee Heng)
105. Learning Science in English: Profiling Stakeholders’ Reflections and Awareness. Paper presented at TLEiA2 Conference organized by Universiti Utara Malaysia. Holiday Villa Langkawi, Kedah, 14 - 16 June 2007. (with Mazlin Mazlan & Chan Swee Heng)
106. Innovations in MCQ design: Testing the construct of reading. Paper presented at 5th ASIA TEFL Conference. Putra World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur, 8 - 10 June 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng)
107. Patterns of Language Choice in the Education Domain: The Malaysian Context. Paper presented at 5th ASIA TEFL Conference. Putra World Trade Center, Kuala Lumpur, 8 - 10 June 2007. (with Rahman, A.R. M. & Chan Swee Heng)
108. Malaysian Adolescents’ Attitudes towards English. Paper presented at SOLLsINTEC’O7 organized by the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Sheraton Subang Hotel, 15 - 17 May 2007. (with Rahman, A.R. M. & Chan Swee Heng)
109. Code Choice: Speaking of Crime. Paper presented at the Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2007 organized by the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Holiday Villa, Subang, 22 - 24 May 2007.
110. Patterns of Language Choice in Selected Domains among Malaysian Undergraduates. Paper presented at the Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC) 2007 organized by the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Holiday Villa, Subang, 22 - 24 May 2007. (with Rahman, A.R.M. & Chan Swee Heng)
111. Shaping Reading Tasks for the MUET: Developing the Craft. Paper presented at the 2nd International Conference on English Language Teaching (ELT) Materials organized by the Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Swiss- Garden Resort and Spa, Damai Laut, Perak, 8 - 9 February 2007. (with Chan Swee Heng & Jariah Md. Jan)
112. Multilingualism in Malaysia: An Absolute Necessity for the 21st Century. Paper presented at the 11th English in South East Asia Conference. Curtin University, Perth, Australia, 12 - 14 December 2006. (with Ain Nadzimah Abdullah & Rosli Talif)
113. Addressing Language Contact through an Examination of Local and Global Parameters. Paper presented the 1st International Conference on Language Contact in Times of Globalization. University of Groningen, Holland, 28 - 30 September 2006. (with Chan Swee Heng)
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114. Testing English for Science and Technology: The Malaysian Experience. Paper presented at the 6th Asia TEFL International Conference. Fukuoka, Japan. 18 - 20 August 2006. (with Chan Swee Heng & Mazlin Mazlan)
115. Reverting to English for Mathematics and Science: Listening to Citizen Voice. Paper presented at the 7th Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching (MICELT). Hotel Equatorial, Melaka, 8 - 10 May 2006. (with Chan Swee Heng)
116. Is there a Gender Effect in the Learning of Mathematics and Science in English? Paper presented at the 7th Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching (MICELT). Hotel Equatorial, Melaka, 8 - 10 May 2006. (with Mazlin Mazlan & Chan Swee Heng)
117. Developing MUET Materials. Paper presented at Workshop for STPM English language teachers organized by Penerbit Fajar Bakti. Hotel Grand Pacific, Kota Baru, Kelantan, 10 May 2006.
118. Linguistics and Language Teaching. Paper presented at Workshop for STPM English language teachers organized by Penerbit Fajar Bakti. Hotel Grand Pacific, Kota Baru, Kelantan, 10 May 2006.
119. Complying with National Language Policy: Language Use in the Legal Domain. Paper presented at the International Conference on Language in the Realm of Social Dynamics organized by University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce. Montien Riverside Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand, 8 - 10 March 2006. (with Rosli Talif)
120. Reacting to the Dynamics of Social Change in Language Education: Planning and Policy. Paper presented at the International Conference on Language in the Realm of Social Dynamics organized by University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce. Montien Riverside Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand, 8 - 10 March 2006. (with Chan Swee Heng)
121. Language Choice and Use among Singaporean Malays. Post-Colonial Research Colloquium. Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM, 15 February 2006.
122. Confronting Ethical Dilemmas in the Promotion of Literacy in the ESL Domain. Paper presented at the International Conference on Professional Ethics organized by the Malaysian Modern Languages Association. Hilton Hotel, Petaling Jaya, 7 - 8 February 2006. (with Chan Swee Heng)
123. MYREN International Seminar organized by Ministry of Energy, Water and Communications, Multimedia Development Corporation and Malaysian Research and Education Network. Crowne Plaza Mutiara Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 16 - 17 January 2006.
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124. 3rd Asia TEFL International Conference, Beijing, China, 4 - 6 November 2005. (presenter)
125. The Singaporean Malay Language Practices: Bilingualism with Diglossia. Paper presented at the Symposium on the Representation of Malays in Malaysian and Singaporean Literature in English. Faculty of Modern Languages, UPM, 15 - 17 June 2004.
126. Language Loyalty and Identity in a Globalized World. Paper presented at the Malaysia International Conference on English language Teaching (MICELT), organized by the Faculty of Educational Studies, UPM. Equatorial Hotel, Melaka, 10 - 12 May 2004.
127. Terrestrial Television as a Tool for Promoting Linguistic Diversity. Paper presented at International Conference on Language and Communication in the Media organised by the Malaysian Modern Languages Association. Legend Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 27 - 29 April 2004.
128. The Malaysian Legal Context: Do You Really Have a Choice? Paper presented at the Third Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures organised by the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Sunway Lagoon Resort Hotel, 30th October 2003.
129. Investigating Teacher Concerns: Science and Mathematics in English. Paper presented at the International Conference in English Language and Development for Equity in the 21st Century organized by Institute Perguruan Bahasa Antarabangsa, Kuala Lumpur and the Teacher Education Division, Ministry of Education, Malaysia. IBPA, Lembah Pantai, Kuala Lumpur, 24 - 26 September 2002. (with Rosli Talif)
130. Writing Development: Adult Language Leaners’ Affective Reactions and Performance. Paper presented at the International Conference on Literacy, organized by Universiti Sains Malaysia and Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT). Berjaya Georgetown Hotel, Penang, 8 -10 May 2001. (with Lee Geok Imm & Chan Swee Heng)
131. Message Construction and Deconstruction: Strategies, Coherence and Reader Response. Paper presented at the 2nd Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures organised by FBMK, UPM. Hotel Istana, KL, 17 - 19 April 2001. (with Chan Swee Heng & Chan Mei Yuit)
132. The Short Story in Context. Paper presented at the 3rd Malaysian International Conference on English Language Teaching, organised by the Faculty of Educational Studies, UPM, ELS. International Language Centre, and Pearson Education Malaysia. Riviera Bay Resort, Malacca, 15 - 17 May 2000. (with Rosli Talif )
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133. The Short Story in Context: Literature and Culture. Paper presented at the conference on Choosing and Using Literature for the Classroom, organised by the United States Information Service (USIS), United States Embassy, K.L., Bahagian Pendidikan Menengah MARA, and Faculty of Education, Universiti Malaya. City Bayview Resort, Langkawi, 23 – 24 August 1999. (with Rosli Talif)
134. Languages in Partnership: Confusion or Congruence. Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures ’99, organised by Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Mines Beach Resort, Sri Kembangan, 10 - 12 May 1999. (with Chan Swee Heng)
135. The Malaysian Bilingual Iceberg. Paper presented at the Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, organised by the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia. MINES Beach Resort, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, 10 - 12 May 1999. (with Rosli Talif)
136. Language Allegiance in Challenging Times: Looking at Malaysia. Paper presented at the Malaysian English Language Teachers Association Biennial International Conference, organised by the Malaysian English Language Teachers Association. Hilton Hotel, Petaling Jaya, 24 - 26 May 1999. (with Rosli Talif)
137. Composing in English: Rhetorical Styles and Conventions as a Reflection of Linguistic Relativity. Paper presented at Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching organised by Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Rasa Sayang Hotel, Penang, 18 - 20 May 1998. (with Chan Swee Heng)
138. Bilingualism is Profitable. Paper presented at the Malaysia International Conference on English Language Teaching, organised by the Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia. Rasa Sayang Hotel, Penang, 18 - 20 May 1998. (with Rosli Talif)
139. Do I Need to be Bilingual in Malaysia? Paper presented at the Voices of Asia, organised by the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Nikko Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, 19 – 21 October 1998. (with Rosli Talif)
140. Examining the Tip of the Bilingual Iceberg. Paper presented at the Third International Conference on Language Development, organised by INTAN. Bayview Hotel, Langkawi, 29 -31 July 1997.
141. Writing Literacy: Summarizing Skills in Post-Graduate Writing. Paper presented at National Seminar on Literacy organised by the School of Humanities, Universiti Sains Malaysia. Sheraton Hotel, Penang, 26 - 27October 1996. (with Chan Swee Hen
142. Literature: Trialling of Materials. Paper presented at the Seminar in English Language Studies, organised by the Faculty of Modern Languages, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Moray House, Herriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, U.K., The British Council and Centre for Extension and Continuing Education. Universiti Putra
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Malaysia, 6 - 7 December 1995. (with Rosli Talif, Nora Mohamed Nor & Sharon Go Seng Pang)
143. Shaping the Implementation of Language Policy Change in Malaysia: Parental Concerns as Educational Realities. Paper presented at the 29th Annual Congress of the Applied Linguistics Association of Australia, University of South Australia, Adelaide, organized by the University of South Australian and the Australian Applied Linguistics Association, 15 - 17 July 2004. (with Chan Swee Heng)
144. Interacting with Advertisements: Making Sense through Text Construction and Deconstruction. Paper presented at the 29th Annual Congress of the Applied Linguistics Association of Australia, University of South Australia, Adelaide, organized by the University of South Australian and the Australian Applied Linguistics Association, 15 - 17 July 2004. (with Chan Swee Heng)
145. Examining the Use of English within a Dominant National Language Setting. Paper presented at the 5th. English in South East Asia Conference. Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Western Australia, 6 - 8 December 2000. (with Chan Swee Heng)
146. Banking in Bahasa Malaysia and English in Malaysia. Paper presented at the 5th. English in South East Asia Conference. Curtin University of Technology, Perth, Western Australia, 6 - 8 December 2000. (with Rosli Talif)
147. L1 and L2: A Happy Marriage or One Leading to Divorce? Paper presented at 22nd Annual Applied Linguistics Association of Australia Congress, organized by Applied Linguistics Association of Australia. University of Southern Queensland, Towoomba, Australia, 1 - 4 October 1997. (with Chan Swee Heng)
148. Teacher Perception on Malaysian Students Ability to Learn Oral English. Paper presented at the International Language in Education Conference (ILEC `96). University of Hong Kong, 16 -18 December 1996. (with Abd Majid Isa & Rosli Talif)
149. Do We Need to Speak English in Malaysia? Paper presented at the Sixteenth Annual Thai TESOL International Convention, organised by the THAI TESOL. Jomtien, Pattaya, Thailand, 11 - 13 January 1996. (with Jamali Ismail & Rosli Talif)
150. The Use of English for Science and Technology and its Implications on Educational and Social Change. Paper presented at the International Conference on Innovations in Education, organised by the Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 11 - 14 July 1995. (with Jamali Ismail & Rosli Talif)
151. Teacher Perception on the Preparation of Students for the Malaysian Literature in English Programme (LEP) through the Class Reader Programme (CRP). Paper presented at the Oxford Literature Conference, organised by the Oxford University, England, 10 - 13 April 1994. (with Rosli Talif)
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SUPERVISION
UNDERGRADUATE SUPERVISION
POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION MASTERS
MASTERS WITH THESIS - On-going Chair of Supervisory Committee Co-Supervisor MASTERS WITH THESIS - Completed/Graduated MASTERS WITHOUT THESIS - On-going MASTERS WITHOUT THESIS - Completed/Graduated
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Chair of Supervisory Committee - On-going Co-Supervisor - On-going Chair of Supervisory Committee - Completed/Graduated Co-Supervisor - Completed/Graduated
OTHERS SUPERVISED Post-doctoral Research Fellow Graduate Research Fellow Special Graduate Research Assistant Research Assistant ______
SUMMARY OF SUPERVISORY ACTIVITIES
Total number of students supervised who have graduated: i. Undergraduate (40) ii. Postgraduate (both as Chair and Co-Chair) Master (46) PhD (14)
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Undergraduate and Postgraduate
Undergraduate Completed 40
Postgraduate Master Chair (ongoing) 2 Master (With Thesis) Co-Supervisor (ongoing) 6 Chair (graduated) 5 Co-Supervisor (graduated) 6 Master Graduated 35 (Without Thesis) Chair (ongoing) 13 PhD Co-Supervisor (ongoing) 15 Chair (graduated) 4 Co-Supervisor (graduated) 10
Others
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow 1 Graduate Research Fellow 5 Special Graduate Research Assistant 5 Research Assistant 3
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THESIS EXAMINATIONS
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY Chair of Thesis Examination Committee Internal Examiner External Examiner
MASTER Chair of Thesis Examination Committee Internal Examiner External Examiner
I have been appointed as thesis EXTERNAL EXAMINER to other institutions: 1. La Trobe University, Australia 2. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) 3. Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) 4. University of Malaya (UM) 5. International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) 6. Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) 7. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) 8. Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) 9. Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) 10. Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) 11. Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
And thesis INTERNAL EXAMINER at Universiti Putra Malaysia
SUMMARY OF ROLE IN POSTGRADUATE THESIS EXAMINATIONS PhD Chair of Thesis Examination Committee 8 Internal Examiner (within the university) 29 External Examiner (other universities) 19 Master Chair of Thesis Examination Committee 4 Internal Examiner (within the university) 11 External Examiner (other universities) 18
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PROFESSIONAL EXTENSION ACTIVITIES
Expert Reference Academic Advisory Board / Board of Studies / Assessor Commissioned Research Report Mentoring Manuscript Reviewer Selected Student Development Activities Grant Proposal Reviewer Selected Invited Talks Selected Conference Review Panels and Program Committees Online Resource Development and Coordination Service to University Putra Malaysia Consulting Activities Editorial Assignments Modules Designed and Taught to Clients outside UPM
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EXPERT REFERENCE
1. Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) - Program Reviewer / Auditor Reviewed the following programs: a. BA (Honors) Translation and Interpretation - Han Chiang University College of Communication b. Bachelor of Education (TESL) (Hons) - HELP University c. Master of Arts in Teaching of English as Second Language (MATESL) – Lincoln University College d. Master of English Studies – Open University Malaysia e. Bachelor of Education (Hons) Primary English - UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus f. Bachelor of Applied Language Studies (Honors), English for Intercultural Communication - Universiti Teknologi MARA g. Bachelor of English with Communication (Hons) - Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin h. Bachelor of Education (Hons) (PJJ) - Universiti International Tun Abdul Razak (UNITAR), Selangor i. Master in Education - Fairview International College Sdn Bhd j. Postgraduate Diploma in in Education (International Baccalaureate) – Fairview International College Sdn Bhd k. Postgraduate Programs Audit – Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia l. Bachelor of Education (Hons) (PJJ) - Universiti International Tun Abdul Razak (UNITAR), Kota Baru, Kelantan 2. Malaysian Examinations Council – Test Developer and Vetter 3. Matriculation Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia – Chief Examiner for Matriculation National Examinations 4. Matriculation Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia – Head Moderator for Matriculation National Examinations 5. Matriculation Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia – Designed National Syllabus 6. Expert Review Panel for Undergraduate English Language Programs, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Kolej Universiti Islam Melaka 7. Subject Matter Expert – Sociolinguistics – Open University Malaysia 8. Expert Reference for Bachelor of Arts (English Language with Communication) and Bachelor of Arts (Teaching English as Second Language) Diploma Programme, Faculty of Languages and Communication, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu 9. Subject Matter Expert – Psycholinguistics – Open University Malaysia 10. Examiner - English for Business Communication – Open University Malaysia 11. Examiner - Psycholinguistics – Open University Malaysia 12. Examiner - Sociolinguistics – Open University Malaysia
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ACADEMIC ADVISORY BOARD / BOARD OF STUDIES / ASSESSOR
1. Kolej Gemilang, Kuala Lumpur 2. Kolej Universiti Islam Melaka (KUIM) 3. Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA, Kuala Lumpur 4. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) 5. OPEN University Malaysia (OUM) 6. External Assessor for Programme of Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in English, English Learning Centre, University of Lincoln 7. External Reviewer for Verification of the IELTS Exam Paper, Linton University College 8. External Reviewer for Promotion to Associate Professor – Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
COMMISIONED RESEARCH REPORT
1. Consultancy Report prepared for Writing and Culture Project at the University of Hong Kong under Prof Alan Davies. Was commisioned to provide and validate the Malaysian perspective in Malaysian students’ writing. (2002) 2. Consultancy report prepared for and submitted to Department of National Heritage, Ministry of Information and Culture, Malaysia titled Maintenance and Use of the National Language among Malaysians. (2015) 3. Consultancy report prepared for and submitted to Department of National Heritage, Ministry of Information and Culture, Malaysia titled Implementation of National Language as Heritage Policy within the national Language Curriculum. (2015) 4. Consultancy Report prepared for Education, Planning and Research Division, Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia titled Reading Readiness among Primary School Students in Miri, Sarawak. (2015) 5. Consultancy Report prepared for Education, Planning and Research Division, Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia titled Developing and Validating the Miri Lower Primary Test of Reading.(2016)
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MENTORING
1. Dr Syed Ali Rezvani Kalajahi – Post Doctoral Fellow at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia 2. Dr Ramiza Darmi – Basic Teaching Course, CADE, Universiti Putra Malaysia 3. Nor Adawiah Badrul Hisham – Graduate Research Fellow, Universiti Putra Malaysia 4. Nurkarimah Yusuf – Graduate Research Fellow, Universiti Putra Malaysia 5. Ashkan Shoberi – Graduate Research Fellow, Universiti Putra Malaysia 6. Chin Sin Zhi – Graduate Research Fellow, Universiti Putra Malaysia
MANUSCRIPT REVIEWER
1. Global Media Journal – Malaysian Edition 2. GEMA Online Journal of Language Studies 3. International Journal of Educational Development 4. Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development 5. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities 6. 3L The Southeast Asian Journal of English Language Studies 7. World Applied Sciences Journal 8. ESTEEM Journal 9. SAGE Open Journal 10. Journal of Language and Communication 11. AKADEMIKA: Journal of Southeast Asia Social Sciences and Humanities 12. Journal of Nusantara Studies 13. Journal MAHAWANGSA 14. Modern Language Association Malaysia Journal
SELECTED STUDENT DEVELOPMENTACTIVITIES
1. Academic advisor to undergraduate Bachelor of Arts (English Language) students from the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM for each academic session. 1998 academic year – present. 2. Advisor to Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication Postgraduate Student Welfare Committee (2012 – 2016) 3. Supervise student internship with government and non-governmental organization for each cohort of academic sessions. 2014 academic year – present 4. Jury of English Debate THE GREAT SERDANG DEBATE CHAMPIONSHIP, Student High Council of Kolej Tun Dr. Ismail 5. Jury for Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) competition, Faculty of Science 6. Panellist to Interview International Graduate Research Fellowship Candidate, School of Graduate Studies 7. Jury for Intercollege Public Speaking Competition, Student High Council of 17th College, UPM 63 | CURRICULUM VITAE / Ain Nadzimah Abdullah
8. Advisor to Graduate Research Fellowship recipients, UPM 9. Panel Review Committee for UPM Postgraduate Students’ Seminar/ Conference Presentation 10. Examiner/Rater for the UPM Test of Communication in English Language’ (UPM-TOCIE) 11. Supervisor for Teaching and Counselling Practicum for TESL students, Faculty of Educational Studies, UPM 12. Program Advisor for Bachelor Programme (English Language) for Executives Students, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 13. Industrial Training Supervisor for Students undergoing Industrial Training, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 14. Thesis Proposal Reader for Doctorate Students at the Faculty of Educational Studies, UPM 15. Advisor to Mobility Program from Mejiro University, Japan and UPM
GRANT PROPOSAL REVIEWER
1. Research University Grant Scheme (RUGS) 2. UPM - Exploratory Research Grant Scheme (ERGS) 3. Research Grant Proposals Evaluation Committee, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication 4. Acculturation Research Collaborative Effort (RACE) Research Grant Scheme 5. UPM - Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS) 6. Postgraduate Research Grants (IPS)
SELECTED INVITED TALKS
1. ‘Avoiding Plagiarism’ - Putra Sarjana Program Talk Series, School of Graduate Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia 2. ‘Understanding the Morphology of English’ - Management and Science University (MSU) 3. ‘Publishing my Research’ - Universiti Tenaga Nasional 4. ‘Why I should Master the English Language’ - Student Development Programme, MARA College Seremban 5. ‘The Importance of the English Language in Malaysia’ - Matriculation Unit, Ministry of Education 6. ‘How to pass the IELTS with flying colors?’ - Asia-Europe Institute, Universiti Malaya 7. ‘Telephone Etiquette’ - English Language Course for Staff, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, Universiti Putra Malaysia 8. ‘Speaking to the Client’ - English Language Course, Faculty of Science, Universiti Putra Malaysia 9. ‘Presenting at Conferences’ - Putra Sarjana Program Talk Series, School of Graduate Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia
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10. ‘Designing a Relevant Language Program’ - Kolej Universiti Islam Melaka 11. ‘Passing the Malaysian University English Test’ - Universiti Tenaga Nasional 12. ‘Effective Presentation Skills’, Matriculation Unit, Ministry of Education 13. ‘Teacher-Step Up Programme’ – Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA 14. ‘Professional Writing Enhancement’ - Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA 15. ‘Linguistic Awareness for Teachers’ – MARA Junior Science College, Seremban
SELECTED CONFERENCE REVIEW PANELS AND PROGRAM COMMITTEES
1. International Conference on Language and Communication in the Media 2. Gen-Next Symposium English Language Learning 3. Writing in the Wilderness Workshop 4. Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures, and Cultures 5. National Research and Innovation Conference for Graduate Students in Social Sciences 6. International Conference on Academic Mobility and Migration 7. English Language Services – Universiti Putra Malaysia Joint Steering Committee 8. Seminar on Grid Awareness and Data Security
ONLINE RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION
1. Online Abstract Checker based on Santos’ Moves 2. Learner Corpus of Engineering Abstracts (LCEA) 3. Inventory for Assessing Comprehensive Soft Skills
SERVICE TO UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA
1. Programme Facilitator for short-term visit from Gumilyov Eurasian National University 2. Leader of Talent Group at INFOCOMM Development Center, UPM 3. Audit Team Leader, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication 4. Committee Member for writing of Convocation Speech, Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic and International) 5. Representative of Universiti Putra Malaysia to ‘Performance Beyond Borders: For Deans and Deputy Deans’ program organized by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia 6. Committee Member of UPM Website for Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation) 7. Chair of the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM Academic
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Programme Marketing Committee 8. Website Monitoring Committee Member at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 9. Chair, Postgraduate Advisory Committee at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 10. Coordinator of Mobility and International Affairs at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication 11. Panel Review Committee for UPM Students’ Seminar/ Conference Presentation at School of Graduate Studies, UPM 12. Committee Member in Candidate Selection for the Young Lecturer Scheme at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 13. Member of the Review Committee / Curriculum Restructuring of Master of Applied Linguistics at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 14. Committee Member of Three Minute Thesis Competition (3MT) at the School of Graduate Studies, UPM 15. Advisor for Graduate Studies’ Roadmap Committee, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 16. Committee Member for Department of English Program Review at Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 17. Deputy Coordinator of Customer Satisfaction Survey at InfoComm Development Center, UPM 18. Section Chief for Business Continuity, Security and Occupational Health Committee at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication 19. Committee Member for ‘UPM Test of Communication in English Language’ (UPM-TOCIE) at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 20. Research Committee Member, Faculty Modern Languages and Communication 21. Chairman of Quality Management System Review Committee ISO 9001: 2008, InfoComm Development Centre (iDEC) 22. Chairman of Committee to Steer the Innovative and Creative Group (KIK), InfoComm Development Centre (iDEC) 23. Committee Member in the Revision of Promotional Materials for Research, Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation), UPM 24. Academic Committee Member of English Language Department, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 25. Jury for Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition, Faculty of Science, UPM 26. Academic Advisory Board for Postgraduate Programs at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 27. Panellist/ Committee Member in Acculturation Research Collaborative Effort (RACE) Research Grant Scheme Evaluation, Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation), UPM 28. Committee Member in University Research Grant Scheme Evaluation, Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation), UPM 29. Website Monitoring Committee Member, UPM 30. Evaluator for PhD and Master Proposal Defence at the Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 31. Working Committee Mustapha Prize Specialized Scientific Meeting, Office of the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research and Innovation), UPM
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32. Co-ordinator, Academic Writing Skills Course 33. Co-ordinator, B.A. English program, Universiti Putra Malaysia 34. Acting Head, Department of English Language, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 35. Member, Student Selection Committee, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 36. Committee Member, Faculty Day Celebrations, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 37. Committee Member, Quality Day Celebrations, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 38. Committee Member Faculty Newsletter, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 39. Instructor, English Language course for Officers from the Department of Agriculture, Indonesia 40. Working visit to Pusat Matrikulasi Cermaijaya, Kuching, Sarawak 41. Committee Member, Faculty Customer Relations Unit, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 42. Diploma in English, Curriculum Committee 43. Committee Member, B.A. (English) Curriculum Design Committee 44. Committee Member, M.A. (English) Curriculum Design Committee 45. Committee Member, PhD (English) Mixed-Mode Curriculum Design Committee
CONSULTING ACTIVITIES
1. The UPM – English Language Test for Pilots – Certification from Malaysia Department of Civil Aviation (Test developer and Examiner) 2. Consultancy Services to New Gen Airways, Thailand – MOU signed between UPM and New Gen Airways (Examiner) 3. Consultancy Services to Thai Air Asia, Thailand – MOU signed between UPM and Thai Air Asia (Examiner) 4. Consultancy Services to Malaysia Airlines – MOU signed between UPM and Malaysia Airlines (Examiner) 5. Consultancy Services to Air Asia, Malaysia – Pilot Public Announcement Training
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EDITORIAL ASSIGNMENTS
1. Guest Editor for Book – English Language and ESL, Faculty of Languages and Communication, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin 2. Editorial Committee – Journal of Language and Communication, UPM 3. Editorial Committee – Journal of the Modern Language Association, Malaysia 4. Editorial Committee – Language in the World, Minnesota, USA 5. Editorial Committee – Self Assessment Report, School of Graduate Studies,UPM 6. Editorial Committee – UPM Annual Report 7. Editorial Committee – Department of English Book Project, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 8. Editorial Committee – Faculty Book Project, Faculty of Modern Languages and Communication, UPM 9. Editorial Committee – Book Project Modern Language Association, Malaysia 10. Editor, COPPA Document, School of Graduate Studies, UPM 11. Editorial Committee – Mustapha Prize, UPM
MODULES DESIGNED AND TAUGHT TO CLIENTS OUTSIDE UPM
1. AIR ASIA - Making Public Announcements 2. Awareness in Linguistics for Language Teachers - Thailand Nakhon Ratchasima Rajabhat University at Faculty of Educational Studies, UPM 3. STEP UP Language Program for Academic Staff – Kolej Poly-Tech MARA, Kuala Lumpur 4. AIR ASIA - English for Aircraft Technicians 5. Universiti Tenaga Malaysia - Academic Writing and Publishing for Academic Staff 6. Ministry of Education - English Language Program for Matriculation Teachers 7. Vantage Sdn Bhd. – Grammar for SME Bank Employees 8. BIOENERGY – Linguistics for Teachers 9. Malaysian Modern Language Association – Testing for Teachers 10. Education, Planning and Research Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia – Writing Test Items for the Miri Lower Primary Test of Reading
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