All of the articles in this proceedings volume have been presented at the International Conference on Multi-disciplinary Academic Research 2025 (ICAR2025) - Advances in Humanities, Education, Teaching, Learning & Arts during 29-30 September 2025 in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. These articles have been...

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) plays a vital role in supporting at-risk youth by enhancing emotional regulation, resilience, and positive behavior. However, existing interventions often lack a structured model that reflects the interdependence of SEL components. This study develops a conceptual...

Strong relationships between teachers and students are essential because they foster a supportive learning environment where students are acknowledged and understood. These relationships are often linked to improved academic outcomes and emotional well-being, yet their direct influence on ESL students’...

The readiness of Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers to effectively support children with special education needs (SEN) remains a pressing challenge within Malaysia’s efforts to implement inclusive education. Although national policies emphasize the importance of inclusive practices, many ECE teachers...

Despite the growing popularity of TikTok in language learning, limited research has examined its role in supporting informal English pronunciation practice through microlearning. This conceptual paper addresses this gap by proposing a framework that explains how TikTok influencer content can facilitate...

This pilot study explores the pedagogical support received by students in private higher education institutions (IPTS) within the Klang Valley, specifically through the lens of blended learning. Although the blended learning framework facilitates flexible and accessible educational opportunities, its...

This paper was conducted to examine the impact of alternative assessment methods on group assignment for Macroeconomics. Around 70 students take Diploma in Business Management from Kolej Poly-Tech MARA (KPTM) Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia were involved in this study. The main issues identified were students’...

Open and Distance Learning (ODL) is increasingly adopted in higher education to ensure continuity of education, highlighting the need to understand factors influencing student satisfaction in online learning environments. This study investigates the effects of instructional delivery mode, Internet self...

Children with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (HFASD) possess average to above-average cognitive abilities but often encounter distinct challenges in acquiring and using grammatical structures in language. Grammar proficiency is critical not only for academic achievement but also for effective...

Textbooks are important teaching resources that are commonly utilized by English language teachers in Malaysian primary schools. It is imperative that lexical items presented in the textbooks are aligned well with English as a second language (ESL) students’ proficiency level to support language learning....

The Nepal-Japan Project (NJP), launched in 2002, is a collaborative educational program between university students from Nepal and Japan that emphasizes active learning through fieldwork and school activities. Japanese and Nepalese students are paired one-on-one to design and implement educational programs,...

This study explores the development of digital ethics literacy as a preventive strategy against cyberbullying among high school students in Indonesia. Recognizing the increasing prevalence of cyberbullying in digital environments, this research investigates the effectiveness of game-based learning using...

Aligned with Sustainable Development Goal 4 and the Malaysian Education Blueprint, hybrid learning is seen as a delivery mode which provides equitable, high-quality, and globally relevant education. Although its use is growing, existing research shows mixed results regarding the implementation of hybrid...

Improving students’ language competency is widely acknowledged to be strongly associated with the quality of teaching they receive. High-calibre lecturers are believed to have a substantial impact on students’ language acquisition and overall academic performance. This study investigates the relationship...

Mental health challenges among Generation Y are rising globally, including within Muslim communities. Despite increased awareness, stigma and a lack of culturally appropriate support often discourage individuals from seeking professional help. In this context, asatizah, who are Islamic religious educators...

Listening skills are particularly challenging for English as a second language (ESL) students in preparing them for a real-world communication in both academic and professional settings. This study examined the role of English native-speaker audio in improving students’ listening skills through authenticity...

This paper examines the ethical and religious dimensions of special education within the framework of Shariah in Malaysia, focusing particularly on curriculum development and parental decision making. Although Malaysia has made progressive strides in inclusive education policy, a critical gap remains...

Since the direct presidential and vice-presidential elections were implemented, the campaign model in political contests in Indonesia had been a monologue in the form of grand campaigns and giving money/gifts/social assistance. This campaign model was broken by the dialogic campaign model practiced by...

As global employment landscapes continue to evolve, the need for graduates who are adaptable, competent, and job-ready has become increasingly critical. This study examines how training initiatives, strategic industry collaboration, and competency development influence learner employability within Malaysia’s...

Intercultural communication skills are essential for Generation Z in an increasingly open multicultural society. Therefore, research is needed to understand the dynamics of social life and strategies for intercultural interaction. The main issue discussed in this article is how to integrate students’...

The rapid evolution of digital communication tools, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has significantly transformed educational interactions. This study explores the impact of Generation Z’s preferred communication tools on interpersonal communication within post-COVID educational settings, with...

Generation Z has recently garnered significant public attention, and numerous studies have explored Generation Z from various perspectives, including their performance, attitudes, behavior, and the psychology they experience. This research looks at an interesting phenomenon that occurs in Generation...