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Unveiling the SoTL Practitioner: Positionality, Philosophy, and Project Reflections in Malaysian Higher Education

Unveiling the SoTL Practitioner: Positionality, Philosophy, and Project Reflections in Malaysian Higher Education
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Author(s): Goh Ying Soon (Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia)and Nurul Ajleaa Abdul Rahman (Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 20
Source title: Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) in Asian Higher Education
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Amrita Kaur (Wenzhou-Kean University, China)and Mohammad Noman (Wenzhou-Kean University, China)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-3727-1.ch016

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Abstract

This chapter presents our insights as practitioners of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) within the Malaysian higher education system, with the goal of deepening the understanding of this field. Our narrative is organized into four distinct sections, each offering a unique perspective on our SoTL experiences. The initial section of this chapter is dedicated to discussing the various challenges and opportunities we have encountered while implementing SoTL projects at a Malaysian university. In the second section, we outline the strategies and approaches we have developed to enhance the teaching and learning experience. The third section of this chapter reflects on the significant impact SoTL has had on our professional development and career progression within the Malaysian higher education landscape. The final section of this chapter highlights the essential role that SoTL plays in cultivating a culture of academic excellence and innovation in Malaysian universities.

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