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Associate Professor Dr. Norwati Roslim
Associate Professor,
Universiti Teknologi MARA
Dr. Norwati Roslim pioneers corpus-based ESL research, enhancing textbook design and writing instruction through innovative methods.
Detailed Bio
Associate Professor Dr. Norwati Roslim, a lecturer at Universiti Teknologi MARA’s Academy of Language Studies, is a key contributor to English Language Teaching (ELT). Holding a Ph.D. in TESL from Universiti Putra Malaysia and a B.Ed. from the University of Southampton, she specialises in corpus linguistics and ESL teaching. As founder of the “Language Café” project, she promotes informal language learning. Her highly cited publications on prepositions and movie-based learning inform textbook design, supporting educators in enhancing students’ writing and speaking skills across Malaysia.Impact Story:
In 2022, Dr. Norwati Roslim’s “Language Café” initiative engaged 300 students at Universiti Teknologi MARA, fostering informal English practice. Over a semester, the project improved speaking confidence by 30%, per student surveys. A participant noted, “Dr. Norwati’s café made English fun and approachable.” Her innovative approach has inspired educators to create dynamic learning spaces, aligning with her mission to advance ESL through creative methods.Achievements:
- Published highly cited works on prepositions and movie-based learning.
- Received awards for teaching and innovation.
- Founded “Language Café” to enhance ESL learning.
- Keynote speaker at AsiaTEFL and ELT conferences.
- Published in Scopus-indexed journals.