Speakers

Detailed Bio

Associate Professor Ikhsanudin, based at Universitas Tanjungpura, Indonesia, is a key contributor to English Language Teaching (ELT). As founding president of the English Language Teaching Materials (ELTeaM) association, he focuses on materials development and teacher professional development. His role as Editor-in-Chief of a national ELT journal and reviewer for international journals supports global scholarship. Ikhsanudin’s integration of digital tools in teaching methodologies has strengthened ELT practices, particularly in Indonesia, where he collaborates with teacher groups to create culturally relevant, technology-enhanced resources.

Impact Story:

In 2022, Associate Professor Ikhsanudin’s digital materials workshops trained 150 Indonesian teachers, supported by Universitas Tanjungpura. Over a year, the initiative improved student engagement by 20%, per school feedback. A teacher noted, “Ikhsanudin’s resources made lessons vibrant and relevant.” His work has transformed ELT in Indonesia, aligning with his mission to empower educators through technology-enhanced, culturally responsive teaching.