1. Al-Mamari, H. S. M., & Kumar, J. A. (2025). Role of Prior Experience with Online Teaching and Learning in the Prediction of MOOC Readiness. Journal of Learning for Development, 12(1), 220–231. https://doi.org/10.56059/jl4d.v12i1.1247
2. Kumar, J.A.*, Zhuang, M & Thomas, S. (2024). ChatGPT for natural sciences course design: Insights from a SWOT analysis, Natural Science Education. https://doi.org/10.1002/nse2.70003 (Scopus)
3. Kumar, J.A.* (2024). Facial Animacy in Anthropomorphised Designs: Insights from Leveraging Self-Report and Facial Expression Analysis for Multimedia Learning. Computer & Education. Volume 223. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compedu.2024.105150. (WOS Q1, IF 8.9).
4. Al-Mamari, H.S.M, Kumar,J.A.*, & Bervell, B (2024). MOOCs adoption among Omani faculty members: investigating the effects of gender and faculty disciplines on readiness. Journal of Educators Online, 21(3). https://doi.org/10.9743/jeo.2024.21.3.10. Index: Scopus
5. Varaman, P., Kumar, J. A.*, Abdul Rabu, S. N., & Osman, S. (2024). The Effect of Educational Robots on Primary Schools’ Mathematics Learning Achievement, Interest, and Attitude. Journal of Educators Online, 21(2). https://doi.org/10.9743/JEO.2024.21.2.17. Index: Scopus
6. Khoo, N. A. K. A. F., Osman, S., Daud,M. F., Kumar,J. A., &Kurniati, D. (2024). The implications of digital communication between parents and teachers from a teachers’ point of view. Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Studies, 24(1), 184–195. Index: Scopus Q3
7. Suparman, I., Kumar, J. A*., & Osman, S. (2023). English learners’ intentions to adopt online learning post-pandemic: Ease precedes usefulness. Comunicar: Revista Científica de Comunicación y Educación, 31(77). https://doi.org/10.3916/C77-2023-03 . Index: WOS Q1, IF 5.1
8. Kumar, J. A.*, Ibrahim, N., McEvoy, D., & Sehsu, J. (2023). Anthropomorphised learning contents: Investigating learning outcomes, epistemic emotions and gaze behaviour. Education and Information Technologies, 28, 7877–7897. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-022-11504-8. Index: WOS Q1, IF 4.8
9. Kumar, J. A.*, Silva, P. A., Osman, S., & Bervell, B. (2023). Hey, let’s take a selfie: insights of selfie defamiliarisation in the classroom. Online Information Review, 47(5), 820-837. https://doi.org/10.1108/OIR-11-2021-0608. Index: WOS Q1, IF 2.901
10. Aliyu, J., Osman, S., Kumar, J. A., & Mohd Jamil, M. R. (2023). The design and development of a learning strategy to enhance students’ engagement in simultaneous equations: An evaluation viewpoint. Journal of Technology and Science Education, 13(1), 36-52. https://doi.org/10.3926/jotse.1691 . Index: Scopus Q4
11. Varaman, P., Kumar, J. A., & Abdul Rabu, S. N. (2023). The Effect of Using the Frog Virtual Learning Platform for Mathematics Education in Primary Schools. Journal of Creative Practices in Language Learning and Teaching (CPLT), 11(3), 68-82. https://10.24191/cplt.v11i3.25100. Index: MyCite
12. Ahmad, S., Kumar, J. A., Mohamad, M., & Sanusi, A. M. (2023). Profiling Engineering Students' Receptive Vocabulary in Malaysian Polytechnics. Journal of Creative Practices in Language Learning and Teaching, 11(3), 206-215. https://10.24191/cplt.v11i3.25108. Index: MyCite
13. Kumar, J. A.*, Richard, R. J., Osman, S., & Lowrence, K. (2022). Micro-credentials in leveraging emergency remote teaching: The relationship between novice users’ insights and identity in Malaysia. International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1186/s41239-022-00323-z. Index: WOS Q1, IF 7.6
14. Kumar, J. A.*, Osman, S., Sanmugam, M., & Rasappan, R. (2022). Mobile learning acceptance post pandemic: A behavioural shift among engineering undergraduates. Sustainability, 14(6), 3197. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14063197. Index: WOS Q2, IF 3.9
15. Bervell, B., Kumar, J. A.*, Arkorful, V., Agyapong, E. M., & Osman, S. (2022). Remodelling the role of facilitating conditions for Google Classroom acceptance: A revision of UTAUT2. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 38(1), 115-135. https://doi.org/10.14742/ajet.7178. Index: WOS Q1, IF 4.1
16. Samaila, K., Md. Khambari, M. N., Kumar, J. A.*, & Masood, M. (2022). Factors Influencing Postgraduate Students’ Intention to Use Learning Management System. Tuning Journal for Higher Education, 9(2), 151-176. https://doi.org/10.18543/tjhe.2177. Index: ESCI, Scopus Q4
17. Bervell, B., Umar, I. N., Masood, M., Kumar, J. A., Armah, J. K., & Somuah, B. A. (2022). Promoting Voluntary Use Behavior of Learning Management Systems Among Tutors for Blended Learning in Distance Higher Education. Contemporary Educational Technology, 14(4), ep379. https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/12193. Index: Scopus Q1
18. Annamalai, N., Ab Rashid, R., Alqaryouti, M. H., Sadeq, A. E., Al-Smadi, O. A., & Kumar, J. A. (2022). Online Teaching Practicum in Malaysia in the Time of COVID-19 Pandemic. Frontiers in Psychology, 13, Article 871971. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.871971. Index: WOS Q1
19. Aliyu, J., Osman, S., Kumar, J. A., Abdul Talib, C., & Jambari, H. (2022). Students’ Engagement through Technology and Cooperative Learning: A Systematic Literature Review. International Journal of Learning and Development, 12(3), 2340-2340. Index: ERA
20. Ahmad Fuad Khoo, N. A., Osman, S., Daud, M. F., Abu, M. S., Ismail, N., & Kumar, J. A. (2022). Looking Through Different Point of Views: Characteristics of a Good Mathematics Teacher. ASM Science Journal, 17, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.32802/asmscj.2022.859. Index: Scopus Q4
21. Kumar, J. A.* (2021). Educational chatbots for project-based learning: investigating learning outcomes for a team-based design course. International Journal of Educational Technology in Higher Education, 18, 65. https://doi.org/10.1186/s41239-021-00302-w. Index: WOS Q1, IF 7.611
22. Kumar, J. A.*, Silva, P. A., & Prelath, R. (2021). Implementing studio-based learning for design education: a study on the perception and challenges of Malaysian undergraduates. International Journal of Technology and Design Education, 31, 611–631. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10798-020-09566-1. Index: WOS Q3, IF 2.177
23. Annamalai, N., Ramayah, T., Kumar, J. A.*, & Osman, S. (2021). Investigating the use of Learning Management System (LMS) for Distance Education in Malaysia: A Mixed-Method Research. Contemporary Educational Technology, 13(3). https://doi.org/10.30935/cedtech/10987. Index: Scopus Q1
24. Sanmugam, M.*, Kumar, J. A., & Selvarajoo, A. (2021). Effects of Gamified Learning on Students of Different Player Traits in Malaysia. IAFOR Journal of Education: Studies in Education, 9(6). https://doi.org/10.22492/ije.9.6. Index: Scopus Q4
25. Bervell, B.*, Naufal, I., Kumar, J. A., Somuah, B. A., & Arkorful, V. (2021). Blended Learning Acceptance Scale (BLAS) in Distance Higher Education: Toward an Initial Development and Validation. SAGE Open, 11(3). https://doi.org/10.1177/21582440211040073. Index: WOS Q2, IF 2.032
26. Aliyu, J., Osman, S., Daud, M. F., & Kumar, J. A. (2021). Mathematics Teachers’ Pedagogy through Technology: A Systematic Literature Review. International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, 20(1), 323-341. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.20.1.18. Index: Scopus Q4
27. Kumar, J. A.*, Bervell, B., & Osman, S. (2020). Behavioral Intention to Use Mobile Learning: Evaluating the Role of Self-Efficacy, Subjective Norm, and WhatsApp Use Habit. IEEE Access, 8, 208058-208074. https://doi.org/10.1109/ACCESS.2020.3037925. Index: WOS Q2, IF 3.367
28. Kumar, J. A.*, Bervell, B., & Osman, S. (2020). Google Classroom: Insights from Malaysian higher education students’ and instructors’ usage experiences. Education and Information Technologies, 25, 4175–4195. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-020-10163-x. Index: WOS Q2, IF- 2.917
29. Kumar, J. A.*, Kumar, V., Sanmugam, M., & Osman, S. (2020). Mobile apps for learning: Exploring IT undergraduates’ preference in Malaysia. Journal of Computational and Theoretical Nanoscience, 17(2-3), 1113-1116. https://doi.org/10.1166/jctn.2020.8775. None Indexed
30. Kumar, J. A.*, Rajamanickam, S., & Osman, S. (2020). Exploring the use of mobile apps for learning: A survey among final year engineering undergraduates in Malaysia. ASM Science Journal, 13(Special Issue 3), 63-67. Index: Scopus Q4
31. Ganesen, P., Osman, S., Abu, M. S., & Kumar, J. A. (2020). The Relationship Between Learning Styles and Achievement of Solving Algebraic Problems Among Lower Secondary School Students. International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology, 29(9s), 2563-2574. Index: ERA
32. Saundarajan, K., Osman, S., Kumar, J. A., Daud, M. F., Abu, M. S., & Pairan, M. R. (2020). Learning Algebra using Augmented Reality: A Preliminary Investigation on the Application of Photomath for Lower Secondary Education. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 15/16, 123-133. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v15i16.10540. Index: Scopus Q2
33. Annamalai, N.*, & Kumar, J. A. (2020). Understanding Smartphone use Behavior among Distance Education Students in Completing their Coursework in English: A Mixed-Method Approach. The Reference Librarian. https://doi.org/10.1080/02763877.2020.1815630. Index: Scopus Q2
34. Li Ying, C., Osman, S., Kurniati, D., Masykuri, E. S., Kumar, J. A., & Hanr, C. (2020). Difficulties that Students Face when Learning Algebraic Problem-Solving. Universal Journal of Educational Research, 8(11), 5405-5413. https://doi.org/10.13189/ujer.2020.081143. Index: Scopus Q4 and ERA
35. Kumar, J. A. & Al-Samarraie, H.* (2019). The Investigation of Novice Pre-University Students’ Views towards MOOCs: The Case of Malaysia. The Reference Librarian, 20(2), 134-147. https://doi.org/10.1080/02763877.2019.1572572. Index: Scopus Q2
36. Kumar, J. A. & Bervell, B.* (2019). Google Classroom for mobile learning in higher education: Modelling the initial perception of students. Education and Information Technologies, 24, 1793–1817. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-018-09858-z. Index: Scopus Q1, ESCI
37. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2019). Exploring the effects of emotional design and emotional intelligence in multimedia-based learning: an engineering educational perspective. New Review of Hypermedia and Multimedia, 25(1-2), 57-86. https://doi.org/10.1080/13614568.2019.1596169. Index: Scopus Q2, WOS Q4 (IF-0.889)
38. Kumar, J. A. & Al-Samarraie, H.* (2018). MOOCs in the Malaysian higher education institutions: the instructors’ perspectives. The Reference Librarian, 59(3), 163-177. https://doi.org/10.1080/02763877.2018.1458688. Index: Scopus Q2
39. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2018). Exploring the effects of visual aesthetics in e-learning for engineering students. Knowledge Management & E-Learning: An International Journal, 10(3), 250-264. https://doi.org/10.34105/j.kmel.2018.10.015. Index: Scopus Q3, ESCI
40. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2018). Exploring How Emotional Intelligence and Academic Achievement Influences E-Learning Achievement: A Case Study in Malaysian Polytechnics. Advanced Science Letters, 24(1), 226-229(4). https://doi.org/10.1166/asl.2018.11967. Index: ESCI
41. Kumar, J. A., Osman, S., & Pranchis, R. K. M. (2018). A preliminary study on pre-service TESOL teachers’ attitudes towards the use of ICT for teaching in Malaysia. Journal of Fundamental and Applied Sciences, 10(1S), 1268-1275. None Indexed
42. Osman, S., Che Yang, C. N. A., Abu, M. S., Ismail, N., Jambari, H., & Kumar, J. A. (2018). Enhancing Students’ Mathematical Problem-Solving Skills through Bar Model Visualisation Technique. International Electronic Journal of Mathematics Education, 13(3), 273-279. https://doi.org/10.12973/iejme/3919. Index: ERA
43. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2016). Emotional Design in Multimedia: Does Gender and Academic Achievement Influence Learning Outcomes? Malaysian Online Journal of Educational Technology, 4(3): 37-50. Index: MyCite 2016
44. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2016). Emotional Design in Multimedia Learning: How Emotional Intelligence Moderates Learning Outcomes. International Journal of Modern Education and Computer Science, 8(5). https://doi.org/10.5815/ijmecs.2016.05.07. None Indexed
45. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2014). Exploring the perception and acceptance of information and communication technology (ICT) in the classroom for polytechnic students. Journal of Teaching and Education, 03(03):175–185. Index: ERA (201160)
46. Kumar, J. A.* & Muniandy, B. (2012). The Influence of Demographic Profiles on Emotional Intelligence: A Study on Polytechnic Lecturers in Malaysia. International Online Journal of Educational Sciences, 4(1), 62–70. Index: None Indexed
47. Kumar, J. A.*, Muniandy, B., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2012). The Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Students’ Attitude towards Computers: A Study on Polytechnic Engineering Students. International Journal of Modern Education and Computer Science, 4(9), 14–22. https://doi.org/10.5815/IJMECS.2012.09.02 . Index: None Indexed
Ibrahim, N., Kumar, J. A., Osman, S., Sehsu, J., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2024). Anthropomorphism in Multimedia Learning. In J. A. Kumar, N. Jamiat, & W. A. J. Wan Yahaya (Eds.), Instructional Technology and Multimedia: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities (pp. 95-102). USM Publication. Index: MAPIM
Kumar, J. A., Min, N. L., Yie, D. L., Hisham, E. Z. B., Kiong, L. S., Qi, Y. J., Varaman, P., & Osman, S. (2024). Game-Comic Mobile Learning Application for Primary Students in Malaysia. In J. A. Kumar, N. Jamiat, & W. A. J. Wan Yahaya (Eds.), Instructional Technology and Multimedia: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities (pp. 111-119). USM Publication. Index: MAPIM
Adnan, N. A. S., Osman, S., & Kumar, J. A. (2024). Pencapaian Kemahiran Operasi Asas Matematik dan Motivasi Murid Tahun 1 Melalui Aplikasi Mudah Alik Photomath. In M. Sanmugam, S. N. Abd Rabu, & W. A. J. Wan Yahaya (Eds.), Pengaplikasian Teknologi dalam Pengajaran & Pembelajaran. Index: MAPIM
Masykuri, E. S., Nugraheni, I. I., & Kumar, J. A. (2022). Performing discourse students' skill by using video. In A. Rachmiatie, I. J. Triwardhani, A. Alhamuddin, & C. U. Abdullah (Eds.), Islam, Media and Education in the Digital Era. Routledge. Index: [Not specified]
Kumar, J. A., Jamiat, N., & Wan Yahaya, W. A. J. (2024). Instructional Technology and Multimedia: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities. USM Publication. ISBN: 978-967-461-823-0. Index: MAPIM
Muniandy, B., Awabil, G., Mandela, R., Afutu Kotey, R. L., Kumar, J. A., & Muyaka, J. (2022). Handbook of Research on Distance Education in Ghana Vol 1. Sub-Saharan Publishers. ISBN: 978-9988-9171-6-6. Index: [Not specified]
Kumar, J.A., Mohmin, N.A & Masood, M (2021). Extended Abstract E-Book: International Conference on Creativity and Innovation in Instructional Digital Technology (CIIDT 2021). E-ISBN: 978-967-2619-70-3. Index: [Not specified]
USM Online Assessment Guidelines for Remote Teaching. https://doi.org/10.13140/RG.2.2.15517.26081. Index: [Not specified]
Chief Editor:
Extended Abstract E-Book: International Conference on Creativity and Innovation in Instructional Digital Technology (CIIDT 2021). E-ISBN 978-967-2619-70-3
Instructional Technology and Multimedia: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities USM Publication- Malaysian Scholarly Publication Council (MAPIM) (2024)
Editor:
Handbook of Research on Distance Education in Ghana (Publication 2022)
Journal of Creative Practices in Language Teaching and Learning (CPLT), Special Issue. Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Kedah (Published August 2023)
Associate Editors:
European Proceedings of Social and Behavioural Sciences (EpSBS) - Web of Science. Conference Proceedings Citation Index - Social Sciences & Humanities (CPCI-SSH). https://www.europeanproceedings.com/proceedings/EpSBS/ep19001-series-editors
Kumar, J.A.* (2025) AI on AI: Can GenAI Tools Design and Evaluate Course Outlines Better Than We Think? MIT AI & Education Summit 2025. (Full paper Submitted)
Kumar, J.A.* Ganguly, R., Kirby, C.K. (2025) Ctrl + AI + Debug: Navigating low-level programming with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) , MIT AI & Education Summit 2025. (Poster + Abstract Submitted)
Ganguly, R., Kumar, J.A., Kirby, C.K. (2025). Socio-Demographic and Academic Factors in Extension Policy Usage: A Mixed-Method Study in Computing Education. Accepted for presentation at the 30th Annual ACM Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education (ITiCSE 2025) (Netherlands). Full paper accepted – publication index in Scopus/Wos
Sun, H, Kumar, J.A. Vandepol, N., Van Hof, J (2025). Implementing Midsemester Feedback for Actionable Course Transformation (MidFACT) – MSU SpringTalks 2025
Kumar, J.A., Sun, H, Vandepol, N., Van Hof, J (2025). Midsemester Feedback for Actionable Course Transformation (MidFACT): An Evidence-Driven Approach – MSU SpringTalks 2025 (Poster)
Ganguly, R., Kumar, J.A. (2025). Understanding Student Perceptions and Utilization of Assignment Deadline Extensions in Computer Engineering - MSU SpringTalks 2025
Kumar, J.A., (2025) Innovative Approaches to Teaching and Learning: AI, EdTech, and Evaluations at EDLI, Michigan State University, J-1 Scholar Showcase, MSU (poster)
Kumar, J.A. (2025). The Global Landscape of Research on AI Literacy: A Bibliometric Analysis of Trends, Collaborations, and Emerging Themes. IEEE 2025 Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE). Nashville (accepted) abstract accepted – publication index in Scopus/Wos
Kumar, J.A. & Silva, P.A. (2020). Work-in-Progress: A Preliminary Study on Students’ Acceptance of Chatbots for Studio-Based Learning. 2020 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON), 27–30 April 2020, Porto, Portugal. Index: Scopus
Rodzi, N.M., Kumar, J. A., Osman, S., & Sunjayanto, S. (2019). Exploring Lecturers’ Acceptance of Learning Management System in Malaysian Higher Educational Institution. The 2nd International Conference on Education (ICE 2019), 28 September 2019, Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo, Central Java, Indonesia. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J. A., Kumar, V.A., Sanmugam, M., & Osman, S. (2019). Mobile apps for learning: Exploring IT undergraduates’ preference in Malaysia. 3rd Asia International Multidisciplinary Conference (AIMC 2019), 1-2 May 2019, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Johor, Malaysia. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J. A. (2019). Exploring Engineering Undergraduates’ Emotional Intelligence: A Gender Comparison Study. In Z. Bekirogullari, M. Y. Minas, & R. X. Thambusamy (Eds.), ICEEPSY 2018: Education and Educational Psychology, vol 53, European Proceedings of Social and Behavioural Sciences (pp. 198-210). https://doi.org/10.15405/epsbs.2019.01.20. Index: WOS
Kumar, J. A., Rajamanickam, S., & Osman, S. (2018). Exploring the use of mobile apps for learning: A survey among final year engineering undergraduates in Malaysia. International Conference on Creativity, Innovation, and Invention in Digital Technology (CIIDT 2018), 11-13 December 2018, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Index: None Indexed
Norliza Mhd Rodzi & Kumar, J. A. (2018). Exploring Factors Influencing Wawasan Open University Lecturers’ Use Of LMS. International Conference on Creativity, Innovation, and Invention in Digital Technology (CIIDT 2018), 11-13 December 2018, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J. A., Muniandy, B., Wan Ahmad Jaafar, W. Y., & Cowen, B. (2016). Emotional design in multimedia learning: The relationship between emotional intelligence and learner satisfaction. Proceedings of the 2nd International HCI and UX Conference in Indonesia (CHIuXiD 2016), 13-15 April 2016, Jakarta, Indonesia. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J. A., Muniandy, B., & Wan Ahmad Jaafar, W. Y. (2014). The emotional effect of multimedia induced emotions on e-learning among polytechnic students. Conference Proceedings, International Conference on Emerging Trends in Academic Research, 25-26 November 2014, Bali, Indonesia. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J. A., Muniandy, B., & Wan Ahmad Jaafar, W. Y. (2014). Exploring the perception and acceptance of information and communication technology (ICT) in the classroom for polytechnic students. International Journal of Arts and Sciences’ (IJAS) International Conference for Academic Disciplines, 28-31 October 2014, Rome, Italy. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J.A. (2011). Emotional Intelligence: Why it matters to every profession. Kolokium Pendidikan dan Teknikal Politeknik Tuanku Sultanah Bahiyah 2011, Kedah, Malaysia. Index: None Indexed
Kumar, J.A. (2010). Lecturers’ Perception towards Research in Profession: A Case Study among Lecturers from the Electrical Engineering Department, Polytechnic Tuanku Sultanah Bahiyah, Kulim Kedah. Kolokium Politeknik Tuanku Sultanah Bahiyah Siri 1/2010, Kedah, Malaysia. Index: None Indexed
01/01/26-12/31/30 (pending)
Kirby, C (PI) & and others. Kumar, J.A. (Key personal - Researcher),
Funding:Institute of Educational Sciences (IES)
Gateway: Generative AI for Teaching in Higher Education Research in Gateway
Budget: ~$10 Million
2025-2026 (pending)
Kumar, J.A. (PI), Kirby, C (Co-PI)
Funding: Spencer Foundation
Title: Social Moderators in Robotics Learning Among Tamil Primary School Students in Malaysia: The Influence of Parents, Teachers, Peers, and Gender
Budget: $50,000
2025-2026
Mi Ran Kim (PI) & Hala Sun, Kumar, J.A. (Training Module Developer),
Funding: Statler Foundation
Title: Enhancing hotel industry workforce readiness: A comprehensive study of impacts of hospitality business students’ internship experiences and outcomes (#015605)
2024-2026
Mi Ran Kim (PI) & Hala Sun, Kumar, J.A. (Training Module Developer),
Funding: Center for Ethical and Socially Responsible Leadership - PI (awarded, 2024)
Title: AI ethics and self-regulated learning (SRL) training module for business students
2020 - 2024
Kumar, J.A. (PI), Osman, S (Co-PI), Shanmugam, M (Co-PI), Abd Rabu, SN (Co-PI)
Funding: Ministry of Education, Malaysia (80% Completed and Transferred)
Title: Analyzing the Effects of Anthropomorphism for Emotional Design in Multimedia Learning Using Emotional Recognition Systems
Budget: $30,000
2022 - 2025
Kumar, J.A. (Co-PI), Osman, S (PI),
Funding: Ministry of Education, Malaysia
Title:A Model for Developing Students' Interest and Self-Efficacy in STEM through Geometry Learning Based on Augmented Reality Technology (Model Pembentukan Minat dan Efikasi Kendiri Pelajar dalam STEM menerusi Pembelajaran Geometri Berasaskan Teknologi Augmentasi Realiti)
Budget: $28,000
2023
Kumar, J.A. (PI), SanHei Nhor (co-PI),
Funding: Association for Asian Studies [Applied – Rejected]
Title: Digital inclusion and access to learning technology: A Gender perspective study from Cambodian High School towards quality education
Budget: $7,500
2019 - 2021
Kumar, J.A. (Co-PI), Osman, S (PI),
Funding: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Research Grant [completed]
Title: Mastery of High-Level Thinking Skills in Mathematics through Cooperative Learning Strategies Think-Talk-Write
Budget: $24,000
2020 - 2023
Kumar, J.A. (Co-PI), Shanmugam, S (PI), Wan Yahaya, W.A.J (Co-PI)
Funding: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Short Term Grant [completed]
Title: Redesigning Player Traits in a Gamified Learning Environment Using Minimax and Maximin Principle
Budget: $15,600
2020 - 2023
Kumar, J.A. (Co-PI), Shanmugam, S (PI), Wan Yahaya, W.A.J (Co-PI)
Funding: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Short Term Grant [completed]
Title: Gamifying a Higher Education Blended Learning Course: A Design Guideline for Promoting Students' Motivation, Engagement, Enjoyment, and Learning Achievement
Budget: $5,200
2017 - 2018
Kumar, J.A. (Co-PI), Chau K.T (PI), Tan, Y.Y(Co-PI)
Funding: USM Internal grant BJIM Grant [completed]
Title: Expression of Digital Graphic Arts through the Community Web among the Disabled
Budget: $1,000
2019 - 2022
Kumar, J.A. (PI), Shanmugam, S (co-PI), Silva, P(co-PI), Bervell , B(Co-PI)
Funding: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) Short Term Grant [completed]
Title: Facilitating the Use of Mobile-Based Communications for Studio-Based Learning in Higher Learning Institutions
Budget: $6,000
Creative Commons Publications
1. Sun, H., & Kumar, J. A (2024). Software Evaluation Full Report. Michigan State University. https://doi.org/10.17613/p2rg8-vgm85
2. Kumar, J. A (2025). Listening to Students When It Matters: How MidFACT can Transform Teaching at MSU. https://edli.commons.msu.edu/2025/02/11/how-midfact-can-transform-teaching/
3. Kumar, J. A (2025). Evaluating Workshops: A Practical Guide for Practitioners. https://edli.commons.msu.edu/2024/11/11/evaluating-workshops-a-practical-guide-for-practitioners/
Publications under review / submitted
Peer-Reviewed Journal
Bridging Individual Confidence within Team Dynamics: A Focus on Pre-Service Teachers’ Use of Digital Collaborative Platform, Journal of Teachers Education, Authors: Mariam Osama Abdelkader, Jeya Amantha Kumar*, Sharifah Osman, Scott Schopieray- Submitted
Impact of Task-Based Flipped Learning on EFL Writing Skills and Engagement in Cambodian Secondary Education. Journal of English for Academic Purposes. Authors: Nhor SanHei, Jeya Amantha Kumar*, Manjeet Kaur Mehar Singh– [Review 1- complete]
Mapping the Landscape of AI Literacy Research in the United States: A Bibliometric Analysis in Educational Research (2021–2025) - American Educational Research Journal. Authors: Jeya Amantha Kumar * & Caitlin Kirby [under review]
Faculty and Student Perceptions of Midsemester Feedback: A Pilot Study on Reflective Teaching and Course Improvement; Authors: Jeya Amantha Kumar*, Hala Sun, Jeremy Van Hof and Natalie Vendepol [under review]
Conference / Poster
Kumar, J.A.* (2025) AI on AI: Can GenAI Tools Design and Evaluate Course Outlines Better Than We Think? MIT AI & Education Summit 2025. (Full paper Submitted)
Kumar, J.A.* Ganguly, R., Kirby, C.K. (2025) Ctrl + AI + Debug: Navigating low-level programming with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) , MIT AI & Education Summit 2025. (Poster + Abstract Submitted)
Ganguly, R., Kumar, J.A., Kirby, C.K. (2025). Socio-Demographic and Academic Factors in Extension Policy Usage: A Mixed-Method Study in Computing Education. Accepted for presentation at the 30th Annual ACM Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education (ITiCSE 2025) (Netherlands). Full paper accepted – publication index in Scopus/Wos
Kumar, J.A., (2025) The Global Landscape of Research on AI Literacy: a Bibliometric Analysis of Trends, Collaborations, and Emerging Themes. IEEE 2025 Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE). Nashville (abstract accepted) Full paper submitted – publication index in Scopus/Wos