Shadrack Mwakalinga | Educational Justice | Outstanding Contribution Award

Dr. Shadrack Mwakalinga | Educational Justice | Outstanding Contribution Award

Lecturer at Catholic University of Mbeya | Tanzania

Dr. Shadrack Ernest Mwakalinga is an education scholar whose research focuses on educational justice, teacher professionalism, curriculum implementation, science and mathematics education, and the sociocultural dynamics that influence students’ learning experiences. His scholarly contributions examine issues such as equity in education, free education policy outcomes, gender disparities in science participation, assessment practices, motivation in teaching and learning, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in classrooms. He also investigates challenges in educational leadership, including teacher misconduct, corruption, and ethical considerations in pedagogy. His multidisciplinary approach extends to studies on alternative education pathways, lifestyle factors affecting academic performance, and barriers to schooling within Tanzanian communities. Dr. Mwakalinga has published widely in international peer-reviewed journals and has contributed empirical insights that inform educational policy, curriculum innovation, and school improvement efforts. He is recognized for advancing discourse on learner-centered approaches, professional growth among educators, and the creation of inclusive and holistic learning environments. His research impact is reflected in 34 citations, with an h-index of 4 (all since 2020), underscoring the growing relevance of his work within the global education research community.

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Featured Publications

Mwakalinga, S. (2024). The use of artificial intelligence in teaching and learning: Opportunities and challenges. Students vs lecturers perception. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research.

Mwakalinga, S., & Leandry, L. (2021). Application of assessment and evaluation in learning: Theories and realities. International Journal of Education and Research, 9(10), 65–72.

Mwakalinga, S. E. (2024). The role of alternative education to students’ holistic learning: A case of Tanzanian schools in Morogoro. British Journal of Multidisciplinary and Advanced Studies, 5(6), 25–39.

Kissima, A., Lema, G. S., & Mwakalinga, S. (2024). Analysing mathematics performance in Tanzanian primary schools through the lens of candidate items response analysis reports. Journal of Education and Practice.

Mwakalinga, S. (2022). Teaching science practicals in Tanzanian secondary schools. International Journal of Social Science and Human Research.

Farrukh Kamran | Education Assessment and Evaluation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Farrukh Kamran | Education Assessment and Evaluation | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at University of Baltistan Skardu, Pakistan

Dr. Farrukh Kamran is a highly accomplished academic and educator specializing in English Language and Literature, Education, Teacher Training, and Educational Research. He currently serves as a Lecturer at the University of Baltistan, Skardu, Pakistan. With over a decade of experience in higher education, he has contributed significantly to teacher education, digital transformation in learning, and educational policy analysis.

Publication Profile 

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Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Kamran has over 15 years of experience in academia, starting his career as an English Language Instructor under the EAMP project at Kohat University of Science & Technology in 2009. He later served as a Lecturer at Government Postgraduate College Kohat from 2010 to 2019. Since September 2019, he has been working as a Lecturer at the University of Baltistan, Skardu. In addition to his regular appointments, he also contributed as a visiting lecturer at the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) Peshawar, Kohat Campus, and Kohat University of Science & Technology, where he taught various courses related to English and Education.

Research Interests 🔬

  • Formative Assessment & Feedback

  • Digital Transformation in Education

  • AI Literacy & Educational Technology

  • Self-Regulated Learning

  • Educational Sustainability & Green Leadership

  • Interdisciplinary & Inclusive Education

  • Multilingualism & Language Interplay

  • Teacher Evaluation & Educational Policy

  • Life Skills & Social Skill Development

  • Ethical Education and Leadership

Conclusion🌟

Dr. Farrukh Kamran is a dedicated scholar and educational reform advocate with a diverse academic background and extensive teaching experience. His research bridges theory and practice in education, promoting sustainable, inclusive, and digitally competent learning environments. Recognized for his excellence in teaching and academic performance, Dr. Kamran contributes to national and international scholarship through active research and publication in well-regarded journals. His work not only enriches the field of education and language learning but also informs policy and pedagogical innovations in Pakistan and beyond.

Publications 📚

  • 🧠📊 Zhang, C., Hu, M., Wu, W., Chen, Y., Kamran, F., & Wang, X. (2025).
    A profile analysis of pre-service teachers’ AI acceptance: Combining behavioral, technological, and human factors.
    Teaching and Teacher Education, 163, 105086.


  • 🌱📘 Ramzan, A., Siddique, A., & Kamran, F. (2025).
    Pedagogical innovation for sustainable education: A case study of teacher education programs in Pakistan.
    Research Consortium Archive, 3(2).


  • 🌍🗣️ Alam, I., Kamran, F., & Kamal, M. (2025).
    English in contact with Pashto and other Pakistani languages: A review of studies on the language interplay.
    Social Sciences Spectrum, 4(2), 387–401.


  • 🏫📈 Afzal, A., Khan, A., & Kamran, F. (2025).
    From Policy to Practice: A Critical Monitoring of Punjab’s Progress toward SDG-4 Implementation in School Education.
    Research Journal for Social Affairs, 3(2), 475–482.


  • 💻🎓 Mehboob, K., Kamran, F., & Ain, Q. U. (2024).
    From Chalkboards To Digital Platforms: The Impact Of Media On Modern Education.
    Gomal University Journal of Research, 40(4), 411–424.


  • 🌳🧑‍🏫 Urooj, T., Kamran, F., & Jamil, M. (2024).
    Head Teachers’ Perspectives and Implementation of Green Leadership in Pakistani Secondary Schools.
    Journal for Social Science Archives, 2(2), 369–377.


  • 🧬🧑‍🏫 Ahmad, F., Fida, F., Kamran, F., & Jamil, M. (2024).
    Life Skills Integration in Teaching: A Phenomenological Study of FG Public School Teachers’ Lived Experiences.
    ProScholar Insights, 3(1), 54–65.


  • 🌿📚 Rafiq, S., Kamran, F., & Afzal, A. (2024).
    Assessing Environmental Awareness Integration in the Curriculum: A Case Study of Lahore’s Private Schools.
    Al-Qudwah, 2(4).


  • 🧠📖 Jamil, M., Kamran, F., & Taj, S. (2024).
    Understanding Education for Sustainable Development: Prospective Teachers’ Perspectives, Pedagogical Approaches, and Implementation Challenges.
    Qlantic Journal of Social Sciences, 5(4), 110–118.


  • 🤖🏫 Safdar, S., Kamran, F., & Anis, F. (2024).
    Beyond accommodation: Artificial intelligence’s role in reimagining inclusive classrooms.
    Indus Journal of Social Science, 2(2).