Vinothini Vasodavan, Taylor's University
Vinothini Vasodavan
Lecturer and Hub Leader for Teacher Development and Innovation
Taylor's University

Dr. Vino presently holds the position of lecturer within the School of Education at Taylor’s University, where her primary commitment lies in delivering high-quality education. Her unwavering passion for education extends beyond the confines of traditional roles, aspiring to serve as an inspiration to both students and colleagues alike. In her prior role, Dr. Vino served as an Instructional Designer (ID) within the eLearning Division of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Malaya.

Within the realm of academic inquiry, Dr. Vino's research pursuits are anchored in the dynamic field of collaborative learning. Her scholarly endeavors are notably influenced by the conceptual framework of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK), propelling her to devise innovative learning tasks that advance pedagogical practices.

Dr. Vino's scholarly contributions have been recognized through various accolades, including the prestigious gold medal and outstanding innovative award for sustainable development goals (SDGIIA, 2021) bestowed upon Project Bacabaca. Additionally, she secured a silver medal at IUCEL (2023) for her project, "Increase Learners Engagement with Walter the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Learning Buddy," and a gold award at e-CONDEV (2022) for the project titled "21st Century Skills Wheels: Re-Designing Learning Tasks Using Collaborative Tools."

Beyond her research accomplishments, Dr. Vino possesses a rich array of professional certifications, including being a Certified Training and Development Manager by HRDF, a Train the Trainer certification, and recognition as a Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator and a Certified Nearpod Educator. These certifications underscore her commitment to continuous professional development and proficiency in leveraging innovative educational technologies.

vino.vasodavan@taylors.edu.my