Harwati Hashim

• Doctor of Philosophy
• Assoc. Professor at National University of Malaysia

Professional placements are integral to teacher education and serve as critical spaces for skill development and identity formation among both pre-service and in-service teachers. However, existing research has not fully examined how the evolving professional development needs of both pre-service and in-service foreign language teachers interact wi...

Amid globalization, the demand for English oral proficiency continues to grow. This study employs a quasi-experimental design to investigate the integration of an AI chatbot into the mobile-assisted blended learning (MABL) framework. It examines the impact of this approach on the spoken English abilities of Chinese non-English major university stud...

In the constantly evolving landscape of higher education, integrating cutting-edge technologies has become crucial for enhancing learning experiences. As advancements in Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) continue to redefine educational paradigms, it is essential to understand their unique contributions to Chemistry education. The obj...

Global competence has a permanent place in today’s education system. Various researchers and past studies have associated global competence with three main domains of Knowledge, Skills, and Dispositions. This study aims to identify the experts’ consensus regarding the indicators to represent the constructs in the Knowledge domain, necessary in the...

Globalisation demands proficient English educators to produce graduates competent in the English language for the 21st century. Achieving this goal necessitates optimising teacher training programs, yet challenges persist, such as ESL pre-service teachers’ unpreparedness in utilising technology. The Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge (...

This study examines the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) integration on the professional identities of Chinese tertiary English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers. It explores how these educators perceive and adapt to the incorporation of AI tools into their teaching practices, focusing on both the opportunities and challenges encountered....

Embarking on the journey of learning Chinese as a foreign language in college entails grappling with a myriad of distinctive challenges, ranging from navigating its intricate writing system to mastering its tonal pronunciation and unraveling its rich cultural nuances. In this complex landscape of language acquisition, comprehending the nuanced lear...

Language learning has been transformed by the use of mobile learning (m-learning) technologies in educational settings, especially with growing interest in improving productive skills. Considering m-learning as a prominent menace, the objective of this paper was to investigate the effects of m-learning tools on English as a foreign language (EFL) l...

Purpose: This study delves into the intricacies of writing learning strategies and systematically assesses their use. Design/ Methodology/ Approach: Certainly! Here’s the proofread version of your text: By using quantitative methods, which include systematic questionnaires and CET-6 tests (CET stands for “College English Test,” a standardized Engli...

This study aims to investigate the effect of the Project-based Learning (PjBL) Class Model on Chinese undergraduates’ argumentative writing performance. A mixed-methods approach was employed to attain the main objective of the study. It included 50 non-English major students in the control group (25) and experimental group (25) from a Chinese Unive...

Today’s young people spend a lot of time on gaming and mobile devices, which limits their social interactions and ability to communicate well. Integrating Virtual Reality technology in language learning provides a simulated or gaming-like environment for students to practice their communication skills. The main aim of the study is to explore the im...

This study explores the relationship between extroversion personality traits, as measured by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) test, and learning strategy preferences among English language learners. Employing a quantitative methodology, data were collected from a sample of 1621 participants to investigate the predominant extroversion personal...

Synthesis writing, a critical skill for university students, involves selecting, organizing, and connecting information from multiple texts. However, many students struggle with this task, highlighting a need for effective instructional approaches. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has reshaped educational practices, there is a pressing n...

Synthesis writing, a critical skill for university students, involves selecting, organizing, and connecting information from multiple texts. However, many students struggle with this task, highlighting a need for effective instructional approaches. In the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has reshaped educational practices, there is a pressing n...

Although much research has been done on university students' language learning strategies in EFL and ESL settings, little has been written and said about 21st-century university students and the strategies they use to improve their second language skills. The importance of English in today's world is undeniable suggesting a need to conduct study on...

The innovative curriculum-based ideological and political education (CIPE) trend in China's higher education integrates ideological and political education (IPE) into curricula to develop students' citizenship skills. Foreign language teaching (FLT) has leveraged CIPE's advancement due to its rich cultural nuances. Yet, effectively implementing IPE...

English Language Learning (ELL) stands as a pivotal subject in worldwide education, gainingincreasing significance in the landscape of 21st-century learning. The integration ofInformation and Communication Technology (ICT) in ELL, particularly from early childhood,has been a focal point. Nonetheless, a knowledge gap persists concerning the challeng...

Language learning strategies (LLS) have been proven effective in helping global English learners to acquire the language effectively. While English is taught as a second language in Malaysian schools, developing strong receptive skills is crucial for effective communication and academic success. However, research focusing on identifying LLS for enh...

Over the past two decades, due to the rapid development of information and communication technologies (ICT), mobile learning (M-learning) and blended learning (BL) have emerged as new trends in sustaining English as a foreign language (EFL) education. The tumultuous COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted traditional teaching and learning, but it has also...

The evolving societal landscape and technological advancements have redefined educational demands, leading to notable improvements in teaching methodologies driven by continuous technological evolution. Blended learning, a widely embraced approach, transcends traditional educational boundaries, emphasizing the paramount role of student communicatio...

Sustainable Development Goal 4 aims to achieve good quality education and in order to achieve SDG 4, it is very crucial for English as Second Language tertiary learners to have strong English language competency. Verbal communication ability is highly related to English language competency. Learners must possess effective verbal communication skill...

span lang="EN-US">The ever-growing digital world has driven the rise of various social media platforms, creating unique challenges for school teachers. Incidents involving teachers’ unprofessional online behavior may potentially damage careers and the reputation of the teaching profession. Accordingly, this constructivist grounded theory research i...

This study attempted to explore attitudes and slants of Rural National Primary School English Language Teachers in Sarawak, Malaysia towards the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages(CEFR)-aligned Primary Curriculum Framework. This study used quantitative analysis to interpret data gathered through the questionnaire. A set of a quest...

Vocabulary and grammar skills are fundamental in language learning. It is essential for educators to discover the learners' preferences, needs and interests using the Language Learning Strategies (LLS) in learning the English language. However, a big number of teachers and learners are still unaware of the LLS used to elevate effective ESL learning...

Malaysia has had tremendous success in increasing women participation in science-related fields by diffusing empowering values into the formal school curricula. A subliminal effect of these female empowerment campaigns, however, is that male students are beginning to lag behind in science education, giving rise to the phenomenon known as "The Lost...

Speaking skills play a vital role in communication as it is a tool for acquiring English language elements, including other language skills. However, language learning strategies are crucial for students' speaking skills, especially the young ones. Gender has proven to have a significant influence on the language learning approaches utilized. Femal...

Due to the unprecedented faculty closures, the COVID-19 pandemic has rendered online learning as one of the most effective tools for maintaining access to higher education. While there is a growing body of literature investigating the pedagogical aspect of online learning, less attention has been paid to address the issue of online research supervi...

(1) Background: The current advancement in technology-enhanced learning and teaching sustainability has extended its progression in teaching spelling. Teaching spelling is paramount as is the impetus for English language mastery. However, a burgeoning paucity in technology-enhanced learning and the teaching of spelling has led to the purpose of thi...

The past decades have witnessed the rise and boom of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL). As this dual-focused pedagogical approach continues to grow with remarkable vitality and sustainability, however, there is a paucity of knowledge regarding its development and application in China, necessitating a systematic review of previous rese...

The use of games in teaching especially in English Language Teaching (ELT) has become a norm among educators globally. The difficulties students’ face in acquiring spellings and definition of the words, extensive use of mother tongue, lack of dictionary skills and the pedagogical negligence in acknowledging students’ learning abilities in acquiring...

The use of games in teaching especially in English Language Teaching (ELT) has become a norm among educators globally. The difficulties students' face in acquiring spellings and definition of words, extensive use of mother tongue, lack of dictionary skills and the pedagogical negligence in acknowledging students' learning abilities in acquiring voc...

Teaching and learning to spell forms the basis for mastering English Language. The emerging mobile learning trends in the current 21st century education is useful in teaching and learning spelling. However, there were limited reviews about them. As such, a systematic review was conducted to provide an up-to-date synthesis on the mobile learning tre...

The 21st century brings about unprecedented changes to society and how the education process takes effect in schools. the implementation of digital technology brings about a plethora of strategies and approaches to teaching with the aid of technology. The flipped learning approach is one of these approaches gaining momentum in the education scenari...

The use of games in teaching especially in English Language Teaching (ELT) has become a norm among educators globally. The difficulties students' face in acquiring spellings and definition of the words, extensive use of mother tongue, lack of dictionary skills and the pedagogical negligence in acknowledging students' learning abilities in acquiring...

Modern trends lead to innovative technologies in education, including the birth of digital and gamified learning or gamification. In English language classrooms, meaningful teaching and learning are significant to developing students’ English proficiency, focusing on linguistics and communicative competence. Various language activities and games ar...

Due to the implementation of global education and global citizenship education in the 21st century, more focus is given to developing teachers’ global competence in English language teaching. This study aims to examine the perceptions of English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers of (1) global competence integration in English teaching and (2) the...

The power of mobile devices has been harnessed as a platform for augmented reality (AR) that has embarked on opportunities to combine more inputs called multimodal inputs. There has been little research into the multimodal inputs that combine emotion, speech and markers in a mobile AR learning environment. This study aims to propose a framework for...

Modern trends lead to innovative technologies in education, including the birth of digital and gamified learning or gamification. In English language classrooms, meaningful teaching and learning are significant to developing students’ English proficiency, focusing on linguistics and communicative competence. Various language activities and games ar...