DR. NURWINA AKMAL ANUAR
EDUCATION
MSc/PgDip in Applied Psychology
Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, UK 2017- 2018
A psychology conversion course accredited by British Psychology Society (BPS)
PhD in Sport & Exercise Sciences (Sport Psychology)
University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK 2012 – 2016
MPhil in Rehabilitation Technology
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia 2010 – 2012
BTech with education
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Malaysia 2004 – 2008
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia 2017
1. Supervisory course 1 & 2
2. Academic Staff Excellence Programme – The certificate for educators in an institution of higher learning.
3. MOOC Development series 1 -4
4. Service learning workshop series 1-2
5. Using technology to gamify learning workshop (basic)
University of Birmingham 2012-2016
1. Post-graduates Research
2. Giving a Lecture
3. Effective Research programme
4. Teaching Assistant Training Course
HONOURS and AWARDS
MPhil scholarship Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia. 2010
PhD scholarship Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia. 2012
GOLD MEDAL, MTE, Malaysian Technology Expo, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 2012
BRONZE MEDAL, SIIF, Seoul International Intervention Fair, Seoul, Korea. 2012
BRONZE MEDAL, INATEX 12th Industrial Art and Technology Exhibition, Malaysia. 2012
Dean`s Honour List, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2007
Dean`s Honour List, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2007
Dean`s Honour List, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2008
SILVER, chess competition in UTM staff games. 2017
BRONZE, badminton championship, UTM staff games. 2017
BRONZE, volleyball championship, UTM staff games. 2017
RESEARCH INTEREST
I develop my understanding and expertise in psychological intervention, mental imagery and cognitive behavioral therapy thus, I would like to further my research in developing a model and psychological intervention to address related issues. This encompasses the underpinning theory of the technique as well as the application of it. My next research project would be the understanding and exploration on attribution theory, relationship and attitude in social psychology, why humans behave as they are and what would be the expected behavior to some situations, how to react to an object /person that we like or dislike and that lead to a healthy and environment living. From there, I would develop an intervention and assess the effectiveness of it. The success of it will help me to educate people the importance of respect for other human beings, object or situation, and the help people to better understand the application of psychology.
The fundamental idea of these interventions also triggers me to apply it in a community setting. Hence, I am leading community projects and evaluate the effectiveness of the effectiveness of mental skill training in developing graduate attribute to students at higher education level. The development of mental skill training project combining with community service project is aim to have a better understanding of skill transfer to prepare students for graduation. Thus, this specifically applies to students at higher education level.
EXPERIENCES
RESEARCH EXPERIENCES
Thesis: Imagery in sport and movements
Supervisors: Dr. Sarah Williams and Dr. Jennifer Cumming
Synopsis: Individual ability plays an important role to obtain the desired outcome of an imagery intervention. This thesis focused on individual differences in imagery ability incorporated with PETTLEP model and observational imagery compared to traditional imagery. I completed and published four quantitative studies, two experimental and two cross-sectional studies with advanced statistical tests using SPSS and structural equation modeling (SEM). The findings were very innovative and I proposed a modification to the model that has been the guideline for imagery intervention. This project was funded by the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
Skills gained: Developed outstanding research and critical, analytical and statistical (SPSS and AMOS) skills. Made an effective presentation at various international and national conferences. Established the advanced knowledge of applied psychology and individual differences in imagery intervention. Proven communication, team-working skill, and time & project management.
Thesis: An Intervention programme to reduce anxiety symptoms in young children
Supervisors: Prof. Dr Abdul Hafidz Omar and Dr Nora MIslan
Synopsis: Designed an intervention to reduce anxiety symptoms based on a behaviour therapy, the based on emotive imagery intervention. The product won awards (2 bronze and 1 gold) at various international and national exhibitions.
Skills gained: Developed qualitative research skills (single subject experimental). Established relation with stakeholders (both community and industrial organisations) and make a compelling presentation at various exhibitions (won bronze and gold award).
Thesis: The development of CD-ROM for reading readiness for pre-schoolers
Supervisor: Dr Yeo Kee Jiar
Synopsis: Designed a project for a reading programme for young children that have reading difficulties.
Skills gained: Developed the understanding of basic applied psychology in education, establish the foundation of psychology and differences in children’s intelligence and develop the interest in new technology design.
TEACHING EXPERIENCES
I have been teaching some courses to both undergraduate and postgraduates students since I started my university career as a senior lecturer at UTM 2016. The teaching language at UTM is English as Malaysia is a signatory member of the Washington Accord and international agreement among various responsible bodies. It recognise the substantial equivalency of programmes accredited by those bodies. Therefore, my teaching experience in this university should be regarded as valuable as teaching experience in international university.
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Introduction to Equine Management and Industry
Seminar for postgraduate students for subject research methodology
Research Methodology
Sports Psychology
Community engagement subject
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia 2016 – now
Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Bioscience and Medical Engineering
Final year project coordinator.
Sports Innovation and Technology Centre (SITC) 2017 – now
Research Fellow
Conduct research activities within the field of psychology in the application of sport context
University of Birmingham, UK
Academic 2012-2015
Involved in various academic activities (invigilator, psychology seminar committee, lab moderator, assistant lecturer)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Academic Fellow 2009-2016
Involved in various administrative tasks, (develop an undergraduate programme, assistant lecturer, industrial engagement activities).
ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCES
Apart from research and teaching I have been appointed to various academic position as well as various communities project as listed below
Positions of responsibility:
1. Final year project coordinator
2. Member of curriculum development team
3. Supervisor for research students
4. A panel of examination and staff recruitment.
5. Academic advisor
6. Faculty`s prospectus team
7. Organisers and lead various projects, research conferences and seminars
CONFERENCES
Presenter. Annual British Psychological Society’s (BPS) Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology (DSEP) Conference, Leeds, UK, 2016
Presenter. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA), Portland, USA, 2015
Presenter. The 19th Europe Congress of the European College of Sport Science (ECSS), Amsterdam, Netherland, 2014
Presenter. The Annual Meeting of Research in Imagery and Observation UK (RIO), Brussel, Belgium, 2014
Presenter. The Annual British Psychological Society’s (BPS) Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology (DSEP) Conference, Manchester, UK, 2013.
PUBLICATIONS
Anuar, N., Cumming, J. and Williams, S.E., (2016). Effects of Applying the PETTLEP Model on Vividness and Ease of Imaging Movement. Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, 28(2), pp.185-198.
Anuar, N., Williams, S.E. and Cumming, J., (2016). Comparing PETTLEP imagery against observation imagery on vividness and ease of movement imagery. International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology, pp.1-14.
Anuar, N., Cumming, J. and Williams, S., (2016). Emotion Regulation Predicts Imagery Ability. Imagination, Cognition and Personality, p.0276236616662200.
Cumming, J., Cooley, S.J., Anuar, N., Kosteli, M.C., Quinton, M.L., Weibull, F. and Williams, S.E., (2016). Developing imagery ability effectively: A guide to layered stimulus response training. Journal of Sport Psychology in Action, pp.1-11.
Anuar, N., Williams, S.E. & Cumming, J. (2017). Do the Physical and Environment PETTLEP Elements Predict Sport Imagery Ability? European Journal of Sport Science. pp 1-9
Anuar, N. (2017). Imagery ability in sport and movement. Book manuscript in preparation
ACADEMIC ASSOCIATIONS, AFFILIATIONS, AND SERVICES
1. Member of Toastmaster International Club Since 2016
2. Association of Psychological Sciences, APS (Membership no : 162995) Since 2017
3. British Psychology Society, BPS (Membership no: 331908) Since 2013
4. European College of Sport Science, ECSS (Membership no : 18935) Since 2015
5. North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, NASPSPA.
(Membership no: 9780736076371) Since 2015
INVITED TALKS
1. “The role of psychology in computer sciences”. The 30th International Conference on Industrial, Engineering, Other Applications of Applied Intelligent Systems – IEA/AIE, “Workshop on CAnimAI: Computer Animation and Artificial Intelligence” Arras, France, 2017
2. “Imagery, it can be powerful only if you know it”. Lose your weight seminar. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. August 2017
3. Imagination is powerful only if we know how to use it. Library seminar day. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. October 2017
4. Imagery for self-management. First year experience day. Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. October 2017
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Sports, outdoor activities and game
• Badminton
• Volleyball
• Chess
• Hiking
REFEREES
Dr. Ardiyanshah Shahrom
Position: Director of Sport Innovation and Technology Centre (SITC)
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
ardil@utm.my
+607-5534655
Dr. Kamaruzaman Soeed
Position: Program Coordinator
Faculty of Bioscience and Medical Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
skamaruzaman@biomedical.utm.my
+60137319092
Dr. Sarah Williams
Relation: PhD supervisor
Position: Lecturer,
School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Science, University of Birmingham, UK
s.e.williams@bham.ac.uk
+44(0) 1214158187
Assoc Prof. Dr. Azlina binti Mohd Kosnin
Relation: Mentor
Position: Deputy Dean,
Faculty of education
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
+607-5534257
p-azlina@utm.my
Dr. Jennifer Cumming
Relation: PhD supervisor
Position: Senior lecturer,
School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Science, University of Birmingham, UK
j.cumming@bham.ac.uk
+44(0) 12141542877
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