KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Dr. Isma Rosila Binti Ismail
University Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia
Dr. Isma Rosila binti Ismail serves as a lecturer in the Language and Communication Department, Universitas Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia. She holds qualifications, beginning with a BA of Human Sciences from the International Islamic University Malaysia. She furthered her education with a Master in Information Management from Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia, and pursued her PhD program from the University of Southern Queensland in Queensland, Australia.
Her expertise includes Communication, Intercultural Communication, Human Communication, Organization Communication, Environmental Communication, Teaching and Learning, and Human Culture. Her deep understanding and comprehensive knowledge in these areas have significantly contributed to the advancement of the field. Besides teaching, she is actively involved in research. Her research interests focus on Intercultural Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Organization Communication, Human Communication, and Environmental Communication. This field of research required a detailed understanding of culture and communication, the intercultural communication issues across the globe as well as the roles of communication in highlighting the environmental issues. Additionally, she has a keen interest in culture and heritage.
Dr. Mikdar Rusdi
University Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan, Brunai Darussalam
Dr. Mikdar Rusdi is a Senior Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Usuluddin, Seri Begawan Religious Teachers University College. With a distinguished academic background, Dr. Mikdar has made significant contributions to his field of expertise, reflecting his dedication to advancing Islamic knowledge and education.
Dr. Mikdar's academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Tafsir Al-Qur'an from Al-Azhar University. He furthered his studies at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), obtaining both his Master's and Doctorate degrees from the Faculty of Islamic Studies, Department of Al-Qur'an and Sunnah.
As a Senior Assistant Professor, Dr. Mikdar Rusdi is dedicated to teaching students at Seri Begawan Religious Teachers University College. Besides his teaching responsibilities, he is actively involved in research, continuously contributing valuable insights to the academic community. His research interest focuses on Islamic studies and education, and Islamic teaching and learning.
Prof. Dr. Budi Waluyo
Walailak University, Thailand
Dr. Budi Waluyo is a lecturer in Languages Department, School of Languages and General Education, Walailak University, Thailand. He earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Bengkulu in Indonesia. Subsequently, he pursued his Master's degree at the University of Manchester, UK and obtained his PhD from Lehigh University, USA. Committed to delivering exemplary teaching and learning experiences, he has been honored as a Fellow of the UK's Higher Education Academy (FHEA). His areas of expertise as an educator and researcher include English Language Teaching (ELT), Educational Technology, and International Education.
Dr. Dian Fajrina, M.Ed
University Syiah Kuala, Indonesia
Dr. Dian Fajrina is a lecturer in English Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at Universitas Syiah Kuala, Indonesia. She has an extensive academic background. She earned her master’s degree from Flinders University in Adelaide, South Australia, and a Doctoral degree from the University of Canterbury in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Her expertise includes Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Applied Linguistics, Cross-Cultural Understanding, and Sociolinguistics. Her academic and professional focus is on enhancing English teaching and learning, particularly in contexts where English is a second or foreign language.
Her research project includes students' of English Education writing strategies and cultural transfer from Bahasa Indonesia as first language to English as target language. Besides, her current research interest includes English teaching and learning and linguistics. Through her research, she aims to contribute to the improvement of English language education, providing insights that can help learners navigate the challenges of language acquisition more effectively. Her work reflects her dedication to advancing the understanding of language learning processes among her students.
Dr. Heri Fajri, M.Pd
University Jabal Ghafur, Indonesia
Dr. Heri Fajri, M.Pd now serves as a vice rector of Jabal Ghafur University, Indonesia. He is also a lecturer in History Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at Jabal Ghafur University. He earned his bachelor’s degree in History Education at Universitas Syiah Kuala. He then pursued a master’s degree in Educational Management and a doctoral degree in Social Science Education from Universitas Syiah Kuala. His research interest includes social science teaching and learning, history education, and educational management. His contributions to these fields continue to influence the academic community and enhance the quality of education.