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“Distinguished Educator in AI Integration Award”

Dr. Shanti Ramanlingam

Senior Lecturer

AI & Digital Education Educator

Educational Transformation Specialist

Department of Artificial Intelligence & Digital Innovations

Institute Aminuddin Baki,

Ministry of Education Malaysia

1. Detailed Portfolio

Dr. Shanti Ramanlingam is a distinguished academician and national leader in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital transformation in education. She currently serves as a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Technology Development and Management Centre, Institute Aminuddin Baki (IAB), Ministry of Education Malaysia.

With more than two decades of experience, she has contributed extensively to leadership development, educational technology, digital governance, and AI-enabled school transformation. Her work supports national initiatives such as MyDIGITAL, Malaysia Education Blueprint 2013–2025, Digital Education Policy, and RMK-12.

2. Professional Background

Dr. Shanti holds a PhD in Education and Social Science, a Master’s degree in Educational Administration, and a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology and Sociology. She has served as a Senior Lecturer, trainer, advisor, and subject matter expert for national and international education programmes.

She has played a vital role in developing AI-integrated leadership modules, managing learning management systems, and conducting capacity-building programmes for school leaders, district officers, and ministry officials.

3. Contribution to Artificial Intelligence in Education

Dr. Shanti is widely recognised for her leadership in AI-driven education. She has developed and delivered training programmes on AI governance, ethical AI use, digital leadership, and data-driven decision-making.

Her international engagements include AI education forums in Malaysia, Maldives, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines. She actively promotes ethical, inclusive, and sustainable AI adoption in schools.

4. Research, Publications and Training

Dr. Shanti has published extensively in indexed journals and conference proceedings related to AI, digital leadership, and educational innovation. She has authored eBooks on Artificial Intelligence in Education, Digital Transformation, and AI-driven school management.

She is also a certified trainer and consultant for national digital education initiatives, including MyDigital Leaders and Digital Leadership programmes.

5. Reflection on the Award

Dr. Shanti views this recognition as a responsibility to further advance ethical, inclusive, and human-centred AI in education. She believes AI should empower educators, enhance leadership quality, and improve learning outcomes.

She dedicates this recognition to educators who continue to embrace innovation for the betterment of future generations.

6. Queen Book Publication Title

“Dr. Shanti Ramanlingam: “Distinguished Educator in AI Integration Award”

“Distinguished Educator in AI Integration Award”

This award recognizes Dr. Shanti Ramanlingam for her outstanding contributions to the integration of Artificial Intelligence in education, particularly in advancing AI-driven leadership, digital transformation, and innovative teaching practices within the Malaysian education system and beyond.

The recognition honours her exemplary role in bridging educational leadership with emerging AI technologies, her commitment to developing ethical, human-centred AI applications, and her leadership in empowering school leaders, educators, and policymakers with future-ready digital competencies. Through her extensive training programs, research contributions, and policy-aligned initiatives, Dr. Shanti has significantly influenced the adoption of AI for instructional improvement, administrative efficiency, and sustainable educational innovation.

This award further acknowledges her impact in shaping AI governance in education, strengthening digital leadership capacity, and promoting responsible AI practices aligned with national education policies and global education transformation goals.