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Detailed Bio

Ruzaini Ibrahim, a dedicated language teacher at the Language Academy, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), is a key contributor to English Language Teaching (ELT). Holding a Bachelor of Science with Education (TESL) from UTM and a Master of Applied Linguistics from Universiti Putra Malaysia, she specialises in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), second language acquisition, and computer-assisted language learning (CALL). Her work focuses on developing and refining the English for Communication Skills (ECS) assessment, a high-stakes test ensuring university graduates meet workplace communication demands. By integrating digital platforms like Webex and dedicated systems for writing assessments, Ruzaini enhances assessment validity and accessibility, aligning with Malaysia's CEFR standards and preparing students for professional success.

Impact Story:

In 2023, Ruzaini Ibrahim led the digital transformation of the ECS assessment at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, impacting 2,000 students across multiple faculties. Over a semester, the shift to Webex-based oral assessments and a dedicated writing system improved assessment accessibility by 30%, per UTM reports, ensuring alignment with workplace communication needs. An assessor noted, "Ruzaini's digital approach made evaluations seamless and relevant." Her efforts have strengthened ELT assessment practices, aligning with her mission to equip graduates with robust communication skills for professional settings through innovative, technology-driven testing.