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Overview

Organised by the University of Nottingham Malaysia in partnership with Verithos, this conference synthesises perspectives from academia, policy, and industry to address one of the most pressing challenges in higher education today.

Through a collaborative blend of expert keynotes, panel discussions, a teaching and learning showcase, and hands-on curriculum redesign labs, participants will critically evaluate emerging student behaviours and institutional responses. By the end of the event, participants should leave with strategies they can apply immediately.

The conference is HRD Corp claimable (Programme Number: 10001699412).

Workshop Details

Date: 8-9 July 2026
Time: 8.00am - 5.00pm
Venue: Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang

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Who Should Attend?

This workshop is designed for:

  • Academics and lecturers
  • Programme leaders and curriculum designers
  • Teaching and learning staff
  • Academic managers and administrators
  • Higher education professionals

If you are thinking about implementing AI in education or actively looking to redesign your courses, this conference offers evidence-informed, practical insights relevant to modern higher education.

Registration Fee

University of Nottingham Malaysia staff: RM200
Others: RM1,000

*Fee include access to all sessions across both days, tea breaks, lunch, workshop materials where applicable, Teaching and Learning Showcase access, and certificate of participation.

 

 

 

 

What You Will Take Away

 

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The AI Landscape

Master how generative AI tools are reshaping student learning, teaching paradigms, and assessment integrity.

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Institutional Governance

Examine how leading universities are rewriting policies and compliance frameworks to respond to AI.

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The Employability Matrix

Bridge the gap between classroom instruction and the AI-mediated capabilities employers now expect of graduates.

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Practical Pedagogy

Take home actionable and immediate classroom strategies to respond to evolving student needs.

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Curriculum Innovation

Redesign your syllabus and assessments to turn technological disruption into an academic advantage.

 

 

 

About the Speakers & Talks

 

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Professor Dr Hazel Melanie Ramos

Vice Provost
Teaching and Learning; Professor of Industrial/Organisational Psychology

Biography

A Senior Fellow of Advance HE, Prof Dr Hazel leads teaching and learning strategy at UNM. Her research spans organisational psychology, work-life balance, and psychological ownership, and she holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education from the University of Nottingham.

Institutional Readiness: How Universities Are Responding to Generative AI
Day 1, 10:30 - 11:00

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Dr Anthony Beh Kuan Jun

Assistant Professor
School of Psychology

Biography

Dr Anthony completed his PhD at the University of Nottingham, UK, researching sight loss in stroke survivors using MRI and eye-tracking methodologies. His current work examines how students and educators engage with AI tools in higher education, and how AI is reshaping learning, assessment, and academic practice.

Keynote: Why AI Changes Learning
Day 1, 09:15 - 10:00

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Dr Jessica Price

Associate Professor
School of Psychology; Associate Dean of Teaching and Learning for the Faculty of Science and Engineering

Biography

Dr Jessica holds her undergraduate, masters, and doctoral degrees from the University of Glasgow. Her research interests include discourse comprehension, bilingualism, and improving the student learning experience. She joined UNM in 2011 and currently leads teaching and learning strategy for the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Teaching and Learning in Practice: Redesigning Learning for AI-Mediated Classrooms, Teaching and Learning Spotlight
Day 1, 14:00 - 15:30

 

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Dr Tissa Chandesa

Assistant Professor
School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences

Biography

A Senior Fellow of Advance HE and Lord Dearing Award recipient, Dr Tissa holds a BSc and PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nottingham. His research spans computer vision, deep learning, generative and explainable AI, and the use of educational technologies to enhance teaching and learning in higher education.

Assessment and Curriculum Redesign Workshop
Day 2, 14:00 - 15:30

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Dr Jaya Kumar Karunagharan

Assistant Professor
School of Psychology; Director of Nottingham Recognition Scheme

Biography

A two-time Lord Dearing Award recipient and Senior Fellow of Advance HE, Dr Jaya holds a PhD in Psychology from UNM. His research examines stereotype threat in classroom settings. He is also a founding member of the Malaysian Senior Fellows Working Group.

Policy, Development, and Student Behaviour in the Age of AI
Day 1, 11:00 - 12:00

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Dr Mustafa Al-Shagga

Associate Professor and Director
Education and Student Experience, School of Pharmacy

Biography

A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy with over 20 years of academic experience, Dr Mustafa holds an MD from Aden University and a PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Malaya. He has conducted numerous training sessions on AI in teaching and is a recipient of the Dean Excellence Award for Teaching Leadership (2025).

Teaching and Learning in Practice: Redesigning Learning for AI-Mediated Classrooms, Teaching and Learning Spotlight
Day 1, 14:00 - 15:30

 

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Mustapha BenKalfate

Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer
Revenu IA

Biography

A LinkedIn Learning trainer since 2019 with over 70,000 professionals reached, Mustapha has led AI consulting and enterprise audits across 17 countries for clients including Pepsico, Microsoft, and Michelin. He designed the AI Literacy curriculum for Ideas International School, Kuala Lumpur, and has authored 12 books on business and technology, including AI Generation.

From Classroom to Workplace: What AI Means for Graduate Capability
Day 2, 09:00 - 10:00

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Ahmad Kashfi Alwi (Ash)

Founder
Verithos

Biography

Ash is the founder of Verithos, an AI-powered qualitative research platform built for universities and research institutions. With over 20 years of experience across government, GLCs, telco, and startups in Southeast Asia, including Cradle Fund, Telekom Malaysia, and Axiata Digital, he brings a cross-sector perspective on responsible AI adoption at scale.

AI in Industry: How Workflows, Skills, and Decision-Making Are Changing
Day 2, 10:30 - 11:15

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Adrian Low

Founder
Stageo

Biography

Adrian holds a BSc in Computer Science from Monash University and brings over 20 years of experience in technology consulting and digital transformation across Malaysia, the UK, and Asia. Through Stageo, he works at the intersection of professional education, technology, and institutional learning, and has previously led digital strategy for the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers.

The New Value of Human Expertise: Why AI is helping us rediscover the true purpose of education
Day 2, 10:00 - 10:30

 

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Dr Wong Woei Fuh

Lead Consultant
iesResearch, a subsidiary of iGroup

Biography

Dr Wong holds a PhD in Polymer Science from the University of Manchester and an MBA from the University of Louisville. With over 30 years of experience, including a decade at Web of Science under Thomson Reuters, he advises universities on global reputation, ranking performance, AI adoption, and higher education content strategy

AI Use is Evolving Faster than Teaching Practice: Building Educator Confidence through Safe, Transparent AI Adoption
Day 2, 11:15 - 12:00

 

 

 

Workshop Agenda

 

Time Activity
08:00 – 09:00 Registration
09:00 – 09:15 Opening Ceremony
09:15 – 10:00 Keynote: Why AI Changes Learning
By Dr Anthony Beh
10:00 – 10:30 Tea Break
10:30 – 11:00 Session 1: Institutional Readiness: How Universities Are Responding to Generative AI
By Prof Hazel Melanie Ramos
11:00 – 12:00 Session 2: Policy, Development, and Student Behaviour in the Age of AI
By Dr Jaya Kumar Karunagharan
12:00 – 14:00 Lunch and Networking
14:00 – 15:30 Session 3: Teaching and Learning in Practice: Redesigning Learning for AI-Mediated Classrooms
Teaching and Learning Spotlight
By Dr Jessica Price, Dr Mustafa Al Shagga & Teaching & Learning Spotlight
15:30 – 16:00 Tea Break
16:00 – 16:45 Panel Discussion: What Should Educators Do Next?
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08:00 – 09:00 Networking
09:00 – 10:00 Session 5: From Classroom to Workplace: What AI Means for Graduate Capability
By Mustapha BenKalfate
10:00 – 10:30 Session 6: The New Value of Human Expertise: Why AI is helping us rediscover the true purpose of education
By Adrian Low, Stageo
10:30 – 11:15 Session 7: AI in Industry: How Workflows, Skills, and Decision-Making Are Changing
By Ahmad Kashfi Alwi, Verithos
11:15 – 12:00 Session 8: AI Use is Evolving Faster than Teaching Practice: Building Educator Confidence through Safe, Transparent AI Adoption
By Dr. Wong Woei Fuh, PowerNote
12:00 – 14:00 Lunch and Networking
14:00 – 15:30 Session 9: Assessment and Curriculum Redesign Workshop
By Dr Tissa Chandesa
15:30 – 16:00 Tea Break
16:00 – 16:45 Closing Ceremony

 

 

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Ready to Redesign Learning for an AI-Mediated Future?

Join educators, academic leaders, and industry professionals for a two-day conference that moves beyond compliance to equip you with practical strategies for the new era of higher education. Registration closes 1st July 2026.

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