Digital Education and E-Learning Innovations

Dr. Annisaa Basar is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Educational Foundation and Humanities, Faculty of Education, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, Dr. Basar contributes significantly to the fields of education and humanities through her teaching, research, and mentorship. Her work at one of Malaysia’s leading universities reflects her dedication to advancing knowledge and fostering the development of future educators and scholars. Dr. Basar’s expertise and passion continue to inspire students and colleagues alike.

Dr. Zaharah Hussin, PhD is an Associate Professor at the Department of Educational Foundation and Humanities, Faculty of Education, University of Malaya. With a strong academic background, Dr. Hussin specializes in Islamic Education, Akhlaq and Character Education, Qualitative Content Analysis, Delphi Technique, and Design and Development Research. Her expertise and dedication to these fields have made her a valuable contributor to the academic community. Through her teaching, research, and mentorship, Dr. Hussin continues to inspire students and colleagues, advancing knowledge and practice in education and humanities.

Dr. Muddassar Sarfraz holds the position of Assistant Professor within the School of Management at Zhejiang Shuren University, People's Republic of China. In addition, he is a member of the Research Center for Engineering and Management at the Politehnica University of Timisoara, Romania. After completing a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship in business administration at Hohai University, he has gained considerable experience as a researcher and lecturer at various prominent institutions. Dr. Sarfraz has taught a diverse range of subjects, including business research methods, business management, corporate social responsibility, business strategy, organization behaviour, project management and strategic management. His reputation as a keynote speaker at national and international conferences further highlights his expertise and influence in the academic community. With an impressive publication record, Dr. Sarfraz has published over 200 papers to international academic journals and conferences, showcasing his dedication to advancing knowledge in his field. In addition to his scholarly contributions, he holds editorial positions as an associate and guest editor for numerous journals, as well as serving on the editorial boards of several others. Dr. Sarfraz's professional affiliations include memberships in the British Academy of Management, Chinese Economists Society, World Economic Association, and the American Economic Association. Furthermore, he represents Pakistan as an ambassador for the International MBA program at Chongqing University in the People's Republic of China

Dr. Paloma Miranda holds a PhD in Educational Sciences from the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. Her research focuses on key areas such as learning in immigration contexts, the Chilean school system, didactics of geography and social sciences, teacher training in history and social sciences, and initial teacher training. With a strong commitment to advancing educational practices, Dr. Miranda’s work contributes to improving teaching methodologies and addressing critical issues in education. Her expertise and dedication make her a valuable figure in the field of educational research and teacher development.

Dr. Christos Parthenis is an Associate Professor in the Pedagogical Department of Secondary Education with the subject of "Intercultural education: Epistemological assumptions and educational practice". He is also the Director of the Intercultural Education Laboratory of the University of Athens. Since 2020, he is the Scientific Manager of the Educational-Research Program "Integration and Education of Roma Children", which is implemented by the Laboratory of Intercultural Education, of the Philosophy School of the University of Athens. He has been the Project manager and lead researcher in the research entitled "University of Athens Research on Early Childhood and the Inclusion of Roma Families in Greece" within the Early Childhood Program (ECP) of the Open Society Foundation (OSF), between 2017- 2019, and Scientific Head of the Educational-Research Program "Integration and Education of Roma Children", implemented by the Center for Intercultural Education, of the Philosophy School of the University of Athens, during the period 2016-2018. X. Parthenis has completed his circular studies at the Department of Sociology of the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, delivering a thesis on "Social and economic integration of immigrants in Sweden" (1992, University of Gothenburg, Sweden), at the Department of Pedagogy of the University of Gothenburg of Sweden, with a Bachelor`s thesis "The National Identity of the Children of Greek Immigrants" (1993, University of Gothenburg, Sweden) and at the Department of Methodology, History and Theory of Science of the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, with a Bachelor`s thesis "The Symbolic Interaction" (1995, University of Gothenburg, Sweden).

Jin Changlun holds a Ph.D. in Finance and is an expert in microeconomics, macroeconomics, financial economics, and international portfolio investment. His research has been published in Finance Research Letters and Chinese Economic Review. Jin serves as an anonymous referee for various reputable academic journals, contributing to the rigor of scholarly publications.

Dr Monika Krajcovicova is a Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the School of Education, The University of Notre Dame Australia. Monika specializes in interculturality, educational equity and social justice, and internationalization within higher education. Her research endeavours are dedicated to enhancing educational practices, policies, and experiences for children from diverse cultural backgrounds and supporting disadvantaged communities. Additionally, she is committed to supporting and enhancing the educational experiences of students in university environments, aiming to contribute to the creation of an inclusive, supportive, and globally aware academic community. Monika has served as an International Editorial Board Member of the Social Pathology and Prevention (S.P.P.) journal and as a Management Committee Member of the Multicultural Families Organisation Inc. in Gold Coast, Australia. Dr Monika Krajcovicova has held various leadership roles in higher education institutions. She served as the Coordinator for International Relationships (2007-2010) before becoming the Vice-Dean of International Relationships (2010-2011) at the Faculty of Education, University of Presov in Slovakia. Furthermore, she was the Program Director (2015-2017) for the Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Education and Care, Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Education, and Master of Early Childhood Education at the School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University, Australia. As a Program Co-coordinator at the School of Education, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Monika assisted in the Bachelor of Primary Education program.

Dr. Sadegh Hamedinasab has a PhD in curriculum planning and is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Educational Sciences at Farhangian University, where I work on curriculum technology.

Dr. Christer Ljungwall is Assoc. Prof. at Gothenburg University, Sweden. He specializes in international economics, development economics, and politics, with a specific emphasis on issues pertaining to P.R. China. He has held several positions over the years, including Prof. at Peking University-HSBC Business School, P.R China; Science Counselor and Sr. diplomat at the Embassy of Sweden, P.R China; Assoc. Prof. at Copenhagen Business School, Denmark; Sr. Economist with the Asian Development Bank, the Philippines; and Research-fellow at Peking University, P.R China. He is the author of numerous academic articles in economics, five monographs, and 100+ reports. His current research work focuses on Int. Trade, knowledge production & innovation, and geoeconomics. He is an advisor to governments and businesses and a frequently invited speaker on issues pertaining to Asian economic development and innovation. Dr. Ljungwall received his PhD in economics from Gothenburg University in 2003.

Dr. Kazi Enamul Hoque, PhD is an accomplished academic and Associate Professor at the Faculty of Education, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. With a distinguished career in education, Dr. Hoque has made significant contributions to the field through his teaching, research, and mentorship. His work at one of Malaysia’s premier institutions reflects his dedication to advancing educational practices and fostering academic excellence. Dr. Hoque’s expertise and commitment continue to inspire students and colleagues alike, making a lasting impact on the academic community.

Thomas E. Ricks: Thomas Ricks is an Associate Professor with Tenure and holds a Graduate Faculty Status in the School of Education, College of Human Sciences and Education in Louisiana State University. His PhD is in Mathematics Education from the University of Georgia (2007) and his Master's Degree is in Mathematics Education from Brigham Young University (2003). He has published over 35 papers and given many international presentations. Dr. Ricks’ research interests include mathematics and science education teaching and learning, teacher preparation, complexity, and international cross-cultural comparisons, particularly between the U.S. and China.