Curriculum Vitae

DR. NOFOUZ N. M. MAFARJA

Senior Lecturer
  • Department of Mathematics and Science Education
    Faculty of Education
  • nofouz
  • 03-7967 5005

BIOGRAPHY

Nofouz Mafarja (Ph.D.) is Senior Lecturer at the Department of Mathematics and Science Education, Faculty of Education, University of Malaya. Her research focuses on physics education, scaffolding in education, collaborative learning (Reciprocal teaching strategy), word problem solving in physics, critical thinking skills, STEM Education, academic self-concept, attitude learning physics, reading comprehension in science, and Research Methodology. She is presently involved in several research projects on industrial revolution 4.0, teaching innovation, learning support, virtual reality, Hybrid Learning System PjBL Model, society 5.0, critical thinking skill, Generative AI tools and teaching practices. she had experience on teaching sciences, curriculum development, educational technology, tutoring, educational leadership, science and teacher training.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • PhD.Ed, (SCIENCE EDUCATION)
    Universiti Malaya (um)
  • M.S.Ed, (TEACHING SCIENCE)
    An-najah National University
  • B.S.Ed, (TEACHING SCIENCE)
    Al-quds Open University

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

  • Coordinator
    02 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2027 (Department of Mathematics and Science Education, Faculty of Education)
  • Committee Members
    28 Apr 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 (Department of Mathematics and Science Education, Faculty of Education)
  • Task Force Member
    29 Aug 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 (University Malaya)

MEMBERSHIPS

  • APA INTERNATIONAL AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP, MEMBER
    2023 to 2025 (International)

PUBLICATIONS

Article in Journal
WoS
  1. Mafarja, Nofouz; Mohamad, Mimi Mohaffyza; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri (2024). Effect of Cooperative Learning With Internet Reciprocal Teaching Strategy on Attitude Toward Learning STEM Literacy, SAGE OPEN. 14(3). doi:10.1177/21582440241280899
  2. Zulnaidi, Hutkemri; Mafarja, Nofouz; Rahim, Suzieleez Syrene Abdul; Salleh, Umi Kalsum Mohd (2024). Ethical mediation: The influence of mathematics teachers cooperation on readiness for the industrial revolution era in Indonesia and Malaysia, ACTA PSYCHOLOGICA. 243. doi:10.1016/j.actpsy.2024.104151
  3. Abidin, Nor Eeza Zainal; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri; Mamat, Shariffah; Mafarja, Nofouz (2023). Sport engagement model in Malaysia: Effect of cost and volunteerism, HELIYON. 9(11). doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21198
  4. Mafarja, Nofouz; Mohamad, Mimi Mohaffyza; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri; Fadzil, Hidayah Mohd (2023). Using of reciprocal teaching to enhance academic achievement: A systematic literature review, HELIYON. 9(7). doi:10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e18269
  5. Mafarja, Nofouz; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri (2022). Relationship between Critical thinking and academic self- concept: An experimental study of Reciprocal teaching strategy, THINKING SKILLS AND CREATIVITY. 45. doi:10.1016/j.tsc.2022.101113
ESCI
  1. Mafarja, Nofouz; Mohamad, Mimi Mohaffyza; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri; Affandi, Haryanti Mohd (2025). The Language of Innovation: Promoting STEM Literacy and Computational Thinking in the Digital Age, JOURNAL OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING. 17(1), 14-31. doi:10.30880/jtet.2025.17.01.002
  2. Zainudin, Raihan; Zulnaidi, Hutkemri; Mafarja, Nofouz; Kamali, Mohd Zahurin Mohamed (2025). Development and validation of my online teaching with GeoGebra (MyOT_G+) kit on mathematical reasoning among pre-university students, CONTEMPORARY EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY. 17(2). doi:10.30935/cedtech/15989
  3. Almaki, Samah Hatem; Al Mazrouei, Ahmed Khalaf; Mafarja, Nofouz; Naseem, Warda; Sial, Muhammad Adnan; Naveed, Rana Tahir (2024). Factors influencing inclusive teachers' acceptance to adopt eLearning platforms in classroom: a case study in Oman, FRONTIERS IN EDUCATION. 9. doi:10.3389/feduc.2024.1477659
Scopus
  1. Almaki S.H., Mafarja N., Al Mansoori H.M.S. (2025). Teacher well-being and use of artificial intelligence applications and tools: Moderation effects of leadership support in inclusive classroom, STEM Education. 5(1), 109-129. doi:10.3934/steme.2025006
  2. Chinedu C.C., Mafarja N., Hussein M.H., Saleem A. (2025). Rethinking the pedagogy of sustainable development in the AI era, Rethinking the Pedagogy of Sustainable Development in the AI Era. , 1-406. doi:10.4018/979-8-3693-9062-7
  3. Mafarja N., Mohamad M.M., Zulnaidi H., Mohd Affandi H. (2025). The Language of Innovation: Promoting STEM Literacy and Computational Thinking in the Digital Age, Journal of Technical Education and Training. 17(1 Special Issue), 14-31. doi:10.30880/jtet.2025.17.01.002
  4. Zainudin R., Zulnaidi H., Mafarja N., Mohamed Kamali M.Z. (2025). Development and validation of my online teaching with GeoGebra (MyOT_G+) kit on mathematical reasoning among pre-university students, Contemporary Educational Technology. 17(2). doi:10.30935/cedtech/15989
  5. Almaki S.H., Al Mazrouei A.K., Mafarja N., Naseem W., Sial M.A., Naveed R.T. (2024). Factors influencing inclusive teachers acceptance to adopt eLearning platforms in classroom: a case study in Oman, Frontiers in Education. 9. doi:10.3389/feduc.2024.1477659
  6. Mafarja N., Mohamad M.M., Zulnaidi H. (2024). Effect of Cooperative Learning With Internet Reciprocal Teaching Strategy on Attitude Toward Learning STEM Literacy, SAGE Open. 14(3). doi:10.1177/21582440241280899
  7. Mafarja N., Zulnaidi H., Fadzil H.M. (2023). Effect of reciprocal teaching strategy on physics student s academic self-concept, International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education. 12(2), 1023-1034. doi:10.11591/ijere.v12i2.23628
  8. Mafarja N., Zulnaidi H. (2022). Relationship between Critical thinking and academic self- concept: An experimental study of Reciprocal teaching strategy, Thinking Skills and Creativity. 45. doi:10.1016/j.tsc.2022.101113
  9. Mafarja N., Zulnaidi H., Mohd. Fadzil H. (2022). Using Reciprocal Teaching Strategy to Improve Physics Students Critical Thinking Ability, Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education. 18(1). doi:10.29333/EJMSTE/11506
Books
  1. Chinedu, C. C., Mafarja, N., Hussein, M. H., & Saleem, A. (Eds.). (2025). Rethinking the Pedagogy of Sustainable Development in the AI Era. IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9062-7
  2. Mafarja, N., Zulnaidi, H., & Fadzil, H. M. (2024). Reciprocal teaching on critical thinking skills. UM Press.
Chapter in Books
  1. Mafarja, N., Zulnaidi, H., & Mohamad, M. M. (2025). Developing Critical Thinking Skills Through AI-Enhanced Science Education for Sustainability. In C. Chinedu, N. Mafarja, M. Hussein, & A. Saleem (Eds.), Rethinking the Pedagogy of Sustainable Development in the AI Era (pp. 173-196). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-9062-7.ch009

RESEARCH PROJECT

National
  1. 2025 - 2026, UM Living Labs @ UMSDC
    TEACHING FOR A COOLER FUTURE: EMPOWERING PRE-SERVICE SCIENCE TEACHERS THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL STEM (E-STEM) AND CLIMATE CHANGE PEDAGOGICAL CONTENT KNOWLEDGE (CC-PCK) VIA CAMPUS-BASED ACTION ( Co-Researcher)
  2. 2025 - 2025, FPEND Research Grant
    Development of Game-Based Alternative Assessment for the Economics Subject, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) ( Co-Researcher)
University
  1. 2024 - 2026, Bantuan Khas Penyelidikan (BKP Special)
    Meta-Learning Strategies for Improving the Adaptability and Generalization of Generative AI Tools in Mathematics Instruction ( Principal Investigator(PI))

PAPER PRESENTED

PLENARY SPEAKER
  1. WOMEN IN STEM: BREAKING BARRIERS AND DRIVING INNOVATION, Pathways to Discovery 5, Department of Mathematics and Science Education, CAREMS (University) (16 Nov 2024 - 16 Nov 2024)
INVITED SPEAKER
  1. Adaptive Curriculum in 21st Century Education, Guest Lecturer, Pendidkan Fisika, Universitas Jember (International) (16 May 2025 - 16 May 2025)
  2. Fostering Innovation in Science Education: Bridging Knowledge and Creativity, Third International Scientific Conference on the Reality of Education and Scientific Research in Southeast Asian Countries, Scientific Events Gate Sdn.Bhd., Binyan University Indonesia (International) (17 Feb 2025 - 19 Feb 2025)
ORAL PRESENTER
  1. Innovative Teaching Strategies in Physics Education: EnhancingStudent Conceptual Understanding Through Active Learning and Digital Tools, the 8th International Conference on Future Education, The International Institute of Knowledge Management (International) (17 Jul 2025 - 18 Jul 2025)
  2. The Language of Innovation: Promoting STEM Literacy and Computational Thinking in the Digital Age, 9th World Conference on TVET 2024, faculty of Technical and Vocational education, Universiti Tun Hussein onn Malaysia (National) (14 Oct 2024 - 16 Oct 2024)
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
  1. Reimagining Learning Spaces: From Classrooms to Global Networks, International Conference on Future of Education - (ICFE-24), RESEARCH FORA (International) (11 Dec 2024 - 11 Dec 2024)

ACADEMIC/ PROF. SERVICES

Evaluation
  1. (2025) Evaluation of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education System to Develop The Quality of Entrepreneurship Education in Chinese Universities: Based On Cipp Models, National, (External Examiner)
  2. (2025) Developing Social Entrepreneurship Talents Training Model to Enhance Innovative Spirit and Entrepreneurial Ability Among University Students in Zhejiang Province, China, National, (External Examiner)
  3. (2025) A Case Study of Critical Thinking Education for Undergraduate Students in China, International, (Reviewer)
  4. (2025) Outcomes of Incorporating a Literacy Intervention in a Pre-kindergarten 4-year-old Physical Education Clas, International, (Reviewer)
  5. (2025) The Future of a.i. in Education Post Milenial Generations, International, (Reviewer)
  6. (2025) Impact of Industrial Training in Enhancing The Career Readiness of Hospitality Students, International, (Reviewer)
  7. (2025) Outcomes of Incorporating a Literacy Intervention in a Pre K 4 Year Old Physical Education Class, International, (Reviewer)
  8. (2025) Exploring Effective and Efficient Strategies to Teach Highly Intensive Mathematical Requirements Inundergraduate Physics Major Courses", International, (Reviewer)
  9. (2025) Optimized Image Enhancement for Skin Lesion Classification Using Deep Learning, International, (Reviewer)
  10. (2025) Exploratory Factor Analysis of Scientific Creativity Constructs in Stem-based Product Design, International, (Reviewer)
  11. (2025) Organizing Collaborative Learning in Stem Education to Develop Students' 21st-century Skills, International, (Reviewer)
  12. (2025) Artificial Intelligence (ai) Technologies in Science Education: a Multi-method Approach Toward An Evidence-based Framework for Meaningful Pedagogical Integration, International, (Reviewer)
  13. (2025) Peview Paper Title: Factors Influencing Student Acceptance of Ar, Vr, and Xr in Learning / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  14. (2025) Review Paper Title: Exploring Scientific Inquiry Literacy (sil) Among Physics Teachers / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  15. (2025) Review Peper Title: Enhancing The Fourier Transform Learning Capabilities of Second-year Electrical Engineering Students Through Flipped Classroom Approach /the 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  16. (2025) Review Paper Title: Writing in Support of Mathematical Understanding for Emergent Bilingual Learners / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  17. (2025) Review Paper Title: Designing An Art and Design Appreciation E-learning Course Using The See-think-wonder Thinking Routine and Merrill’s Principles of Instruction / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  18. (2025) Review Paper Title: Students’ Opinions On Learning Microcontroller Activity With Online Simulations / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  19. (2025) Review Paper Title: Enhancing Algorithmic Thinking Through Graph-theoretic Unplugged Activities / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  20. (2025) Review Paper Title: Outcome-based Education in Stem: a Case of Kmutt (ratchaburi) / The 2025 10th International Stem Education Conference., International, (Reviewer)
  21. (2025) Reviewing Course Documentation, Program Specifications, and Assessment Criteria. Evaluating and Approving Formative and Final Assessment Materials. Assessing Moderation Procedures and Grading Standards. Analyzing and Verifying Final Student Grades, International, (External Examiner)
  22. (2025) Effect of Using Scienceprocess Skills-integrated Inquiry-based Approach On Grade Ninestudents’ Cell Biology Academic Achievement", International, (Reviewer)
  23. (2025) Exploring The Effects of Wsq Learning Guidance Strategies Combined With The Sdgs Newsenglish Course On Higher-order Thinking Skills", International, (Reviewer)
  24. (2025) The Effects of Online Courses On Academic Performance The Role of Innovative Teaching Models and Teacher-student Interaction, International, (Reviewer)
  25. (2024) The Fbmp Research Colloquium (frc) 4.0, National, (External Examiner)
Contribution to event
  1. (2025) Appointment as Co-host Committee Coordinator, National, (Event Coordinator)

SUPERVISION

Postgraduate Student
PhD/ Doctoral
  1. (2025) DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION OF AN INTERACTIVE STEM MODULE USING ARDUINO FOR TEACHING THE GREEN TECHNOLOGY TOPIC IN FORM 4 SCIENCE, RABIATUL ADAWIYAH BINTI SUEP
  2. (2024) فاعلية دمج استراتيجيتي البنتاجرام والرحلات المعرفية في تنمية الحس الهندسي والكفاءة الاستراتيجية وخفض التجول العقلي في لدى طالبات الصف التاسع في فلسطين THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INTEGRATING THE PENTAGRAM AND KNOWLEDGE JOURNEYS STRATEGIES IN DEVELOPING GEOMETRIC SENSE, STRATEGIC COMPETENCE, AND REDUCING MIND WANDERING AMONG NINTH-GRADE FEMALE STUDENTS IN PALESTINE, REEM S A ABULEHIA
  3. (2022) A framework of blended teaching for the technology program to enhance student motivation in learning, ZHENG YIQIAO (Universiti Tun Hussein Onn (uthm))

TEACHING

Bachelor
  1. (2024) PIC2004 - Science for Young Children
  2. (2024) SIP1008 - Teaching of Matter, Force and Energy
  3. (2024) SIP3007 - Technology in Physics Education

COURSE ATTENDED

Internal/ External Course
  1. 9TH WORLD CONFERENCE ON TVET 2024 , FAKULTI PENDIDIKAN TEKNIKAL DAN VOKASIONAL, UNIVERSITI TUN HUSSEIN ONN MALAYSIA, 86400 PARIT RAJA (15 Oct 2024 - 16 Oct 2024)