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Noorlila binti Ahmad

Academic Qualifications

  • Doctor of Philopshophy in Educational Psychology - Doctor of Philosophy, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
  • Master of Education (Educational Psychology) - Masters Degree, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Islamic Studies (PGDIS) - Post Graduate Diploma, International Islamic University Malaysia
  • Bachelor of Communication - Bachelor Degree, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)

Noorlila binti Ahmad (Dr.)

Assistant Professor
IIUM Gombak Campus

KULLIYYAH OF EDUCATION


noorlila@iium.edu.my
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Area of Specialisation


  • Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Psychology ~ Other Psychology n.e.c - Stress Management, Emotional Disturbance, Psychological Well-being, Ecopsychology, Restorativeness, Adolescent, Human Cognition, Teaching Thinking, Special Education Needs, Lifespan development, Methodology
  • Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Education ~ Educational Psychology


Professional Membership


  • 2021 - 2025 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Associate Membership), Persatuan Psikologi Malaysia (PRISMA)
  • 2022 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Life Member), Malaysian Action Research Network (MARnet)
  • 2022 - 2027 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Ordinary Membership), Malaysian Association for Adolescent Health (MAAH)
  • 2022 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Life Membership/Ordinary), Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM)
  • 2023 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Member), International Students of Islamic Psychology (ISIP)
  • 2024 : Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Member), American Psychological Association


Teaching Responsibilities


ACTION RESEARCH 2022/2023 2021/2022
ADOLESCENCE 2025/2026
ADOLESCENCE PSYCHOLOGY IN EDUCATION 2024/2025
ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT IN COUNSELING 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021
ADVANCED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024
COUNSELING SKILLS FOR TEACHERS 2022/2023
EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021
INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS 2025/2026 2024/2025
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY 2020/2021
RESEARCH METHODS IN COUNSELING 2023/2024
STRESS MANAGEMENT FOR TEACHING AND LEARNING 2025/2026 2024/2025 2023/2024 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: ISSUES, PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES 2023/2024 2022/2023
UNDERSTANDING STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS 2022/2023 2021/2022 2020/2021


Supervision


A Narrative Inquiry Of Postgraduate Students In Pursuing Educational Degree Through Grit And Happiness In Life.
Ph.D In Progress Supervisor Supervisory Committee
Language Structure And Cognitive Implications Of Ai-Assisted Academic Writing Among Malaysian Cefr B2+ University Students.
Ph.D In Progress Member Supervisory Committee
Developing And Validating A Digital Competency Framework To Enhance Psychological Well-Being Among Secondary School Students In Klang Valley.
Ph.D In Progress Main Supervisor
The Impact Of Inclusive Education On Learning, Social And Psychological Outcomes Among Students With Special Educational Needs In Zanzibar.
Ph.D In Progress Main Supervisor
The Effect Of Head Teachers' Exemplary Leadership Practices (Elp) On Teacher Retention Mediated By Self-Efficacy In Perpaduan Preschools.
Ph.D In Progress Co-supervisor
Psychological Well-Being As Predictor Of Mental Health, Emotional Intelligence, Psychosocial Well-Being, And Academic Performance Among Undergraduate Students Within Selected Iptas.
Ph.D In Progress Co-supervisor
Students' Psychological Preparedness For Inclusive Program In National Primary Schools In Kuala Lumpur.
Ph.D In Progress Co-supervisor
Authentic Leadership And Students’ Self Esteem As Predictors Of Academic Achievement And Continuation In Mukah District..
Ph.D In Progress Co-supervisor
مشكلات التكيف النفسي لدى المطلقين والمطلقات في محافظة شمال الباطنة بسلطنة عمان: دراسة حالة.
An Exploration Of Adjustment Problems Among Divorced Persons: A Case Study In North Batinah Province Sultanate Of Oman.
Master Completed 2022 Main Supervisor


Research Projects


Completed
2023 - 2025 The relationship between nature connectedness, spirituality and psychological well-being among undergraduates in KOED
2023 - 2025 Understanding Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
2022 - 2023 The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Students' Mental Health and Psychological Well-Being in Malaysia
On-Going
2025 - Present DEVELOPING A COMPREHENSIVE MODULE FOR ARABIC DEBATE USING IBN KHALDUN'S THEORY "MALAKAH" FOR ARABIC LANGUAGE LEARNERS IN PERLIS
2025 - Present Psychological Well-Being and Academic Achievement: The Mediating Role of Academic Resilience Among First-Year Undergraduate Students in Algeria
2025 - Present Parents' Perceptions of School Life Quality: A Comparative Analysis of Trends in Tanzanian, Indonesian and Kyrgyz Schools (2021-2022)
2024 - Present BRIDGING FAITH AND LANGUAGE: ARABIC FOR IBADAH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
2023 - Present Pembangunan Kerangka Kompetensi Pendidikan Digital Insan Sejahtera dalam kalangan Remaja
2023 - Present Expanding the Horizon of the Flipped Learning Approach
2022 - Present Preparing to become a School Counselor in the Post-Covid World: Exploring the Experiences of Final-Year Students at Kulliyyah of Education
2022 - Present The IIUM International Lecturers? Technology Self-Efficacy in Teaching Arabic Post COVID-19 Pandemic


Awards & Recognition


20 Aug, 2025 Gold Medal - International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED, 2025) International
20 Aug, 2025 Silver Medal - International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED, 2025) International
14 Aug, 2025 A Flipped Model For ESL Teachers - Silver Award IIUM FESTIVAL OF IDEAS 2025 University
14 Aug, 2025 Model of Ecopsychology Effect on Emotional Disturbance - Gold Award IIUM FESTIVAL OF IDEAS 2025 University
26 Jun, 2025 Bronze Medal - International Teaching and Learning Invention Innovation (iTaLiiC 2025) International
17 Jun, 2025 Best Presenter - International Conference on Islamic Studies and Civilisation 2025 International
28 May, 2025 Bronze Medal - Malaysia Invention & Innovation Expo (MIIX 2025) International
28 May, 2025 Silver Medal - Malaysia Invention & Innovation Expo (MIIX 2025) International
23 May, 2025 Silver Medal - International Conference on Global Education (ICGE 2025) International
27 Feb, 2025 Gold Medal - Malaysia-Japan International Conference on Nanoscience, Nanotechnology and Nanoengineering (MJIC 2025) International
27 Feb, 2025 Silver Medal - International Grand Invention, Innovation and Design Expo (IGII Deation, 2025) International
27 Feb, 2025 Silver Medal - International Grand Invention, Innovation and Design Expo (IGII Deation, 2025) International
01 Aug, 2024 Bronze Medal - International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED) 2024 International
01 Aug, 2024 Fun and Fluent: How Play-Therapy Boosts Malay Language Skills - International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED) 2024 International
21 Apr, 2024 Silver Medal - KOLEJ VOKASIONAL TANAH MERAH International
12 Dec, 2023 Bronze Medal - International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED) 2023 International
12 Dec, 2023 Bronze Medal - International Competition on Sustainable Education 2023 International
26 Oct, 2023 Best Poster Platinum Award (Educator Category) - Universiti Malaya International
22 Jun, 2023 Bronze Medal - International Teaching Aid Competition (iTAC 2023) International
10 May, 2023 Gold Medal - Malaysia Invention & Innovation Expo (MIIX 2023) International
10 May, 2023 Gold Medal - Malaysia Invention & Innovation Expo (MIIX 2023) International
10 May, 2023 Educational Innovation Special Awards (Expert Innovator) - Malaysia Invention & Innovation Expo (MIIX 2023) International
11 Mar, 2023 Bronze Medal - Johor Autism Summit International
15 Feb, 2023 Bronze Medal - Teaching and Learning Innovation Competition (TLIC 2023) International
15 Feb, 2023 Bronze Medal - Teaching and Learning Innovation Competition (TLIC 2023) International
03 Feb, 2023 Gold Medal - INTERNATIONAL CREATIVE INNOVATION IDEA COMPETITION (ICIIC) International
02 Dec, 2022 Silver Medal - The International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED 2022) - KOED International
02 Dec, 2022 Silver Medal - CThe International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED 2022) - KOED International
02 Dec, 2022 Silver Medal - The International Competition on Sustainable Education (SUSED 2022) - KOED International


Publications


Articles

2026 Exploring technology self-efficacy challenges in teaching Arabic during COVID-19. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 16 (1) pp. 154-164
2025 Computer self-efficacy and computer anxiety: the effects on technology acceptance in implementing flipped learning approach. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, IX (III) pp. 4457-4469
2025 Coping with anxiety: lived experiences of final year students. Asian Social Work Journal, 10 (1) pp. 1-12
2025 Issues and challenges: preparation as a school counsellor. International Journal of Advanced Research in Education and Society, 7 (3) pp. 148-160
2025 Nature connectedness and its impact on undergraduate students’ psychological well-being: a qualitative perspective. ATTARBAWIY: Malaysian Online Journal of Education, 9 (1) pp. 293-310
2025 Parents' perceptions of school life quality: a comparative analysis of trends in Tanzanian, Indonesian and Kyrgyz schools (2021-2022). NAMA International Journal of Education and Development, 2 (1) pp. 141-160
2025 The concept and role of wasatiyyah (moderation) in educational landscape to lessen digital stress. International Institute Islamic Thought (IIIT), (2) pp. 10-13
2025 The impact of gamification in enhancing students’ speaking skills. UMRAN - International Journal of Islamic and Civilizational Studies, 12 (3) pp. 119-129
2025 The Islamic ethical principles and Maqasid al-Shariah to enhance digital competency among adolescents. UMRAN - International Journal of Islamic and Civilizational Studies, 12 (3) pp. 101-117
2025 The role of grit on happiness among university students: systematic literature review. Journal of Institutional Research South East Asia, 23 (3) pp. 393-417
2025 The role of opinions and voices of at-risk youth in transforming residential welfare homes. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, IX (VIII) pp. 4337-4352
2024 Exploring challenges and impacts: insights from school teachers in virtual learning environments. Arab World English Journal (AWEJ), 10 (Special Issue) pp. 172-190
2024 Nature connectedness: an investigation into alleviating emotional disturbances among university students. International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 8 (3) pp. 559-575
2024 Spirituality and nature connectedness as mediators between exposure to nature and psychological well-being of school students. Environment and Social Psychology, 9 (5) pp. 1-19
2024 Understanding special needs children through Maqasid Syariah lens. International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) Students' Magazine, () pp.
2023 Ecopsychology, restorativeness, spiritual values and emotional disturbances among undergraduates students: a systematic literature review. ASEAN Journal of Religion, Education, and Society, 2 (2) pp. 109-122
2023 Exploring parental pressure on academic performance among adolescents. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 13 (3) pp. 571-579
2023 Expressive art therapy approach in reducing self-haram among adolescent. International Journal of Education, Psychology and Counseling, 8 (52) pp. 189-200
2023 Social media in the language classrooms: maximizing students' Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 13 (8) pp. 746-755
2023 The role of religious coping strategies in managing stress among Muslim adolescents. International Journal of Advanced Research in Islamic and Humanities, 5 (3) pp. 1-15
2023 Utilizing Japanese community engagement understanding Malaysian traditional music therapy for children with special needs. JAPANEDU: Jurnal Pendidikan dan Pengajaran Bahasa Jepang, 8 (2) pp. 117-123
2022 Enhancing self-esteem among low-achieving adolescents: insights from the role of disputation technique. Journal of Positive School Psychology, 6 (7) pp. 2486-2499
2022 Exploring TESL students’ experience on remote teaching and learning during Covid-19 Pandemic. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 12 (5) pp. 1631 -1646
2022 The ecopsychological, spiritual, physiological health and mood benefits of zikr meditation and nature for muslim university students. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences, 12 (9) pp. 1930-1949
2022 The role of group play therapy in improving adolescents’ social interaction. Creative Education, 13 (10) pp. 3364-3373
2021 Elucidating Japanese community engagement with Malaysian traditional music therapy approach for special needs children. Journal of Legal, Ethical and Regulatory Issues, 24 (Special Issue 1) pp. 1-8
2021 Exploring the dynamic changes between mothers and teenagers through family and school programs. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences, 11 (279 - 293) pp. 1-14
2021 Roles of restorativeness in improving the psychological well-being of university students. Frontiers in Psychology, 12 () pp. 1-13
2021 The relationship between natural environment relatedness and emotional well-being: a systematic review and proposed conceptual framework. IIUM Journal of Educational Studies, 9 (4) pp. 77-98
Conference or Workshop Items

2023 A flipped learning model in an ESL context. In: International Conference on Sustainability Education Development 2023,
2023 Model of ecopsychology effect on emotional disturbance (MEEED). In: International Conference on Sustainability Education Development 2023 (ICSED 2023),
2023 Sustaining education through a flipped learning approach. In: International MACEE Melaka State-Led Conference (IMMELC) 2023: Re-discussing Teaching & Learning and Promoting Sustainability in Education,
2023 The role of traditional Malay music for children with special needs. In: Johor Autism Summit 2023,
2022 Application of group play therapy in improving adolescents’ social interaction. In: International Conference on Action Research (ICAR 2022),
2022 Enhancing self-esteem among school students in the Post Covid-19. In: International Conference on Action Research (ICAR 2022),
Book Sections

2026 Navigating opportunities, challenges, and ethical considerations of Artificial Intelligence in shaping family life. In: IGI Global Scientific Publishing, ISBN: 9798337321707, pp. 1-28
2026 Raising kids in the age of algorithms challenges of digital parenting. In: IGI Global Scientific Publishing, ISBN: 9798337321707, pp. 107-134
2021 Ethical framework for the Prophetic leadership. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: , pp. 186-189