Our deepest condolences to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamad Johdi (KOED) for his son’s passing (KOE). May Allah forgive him, shower him with mercy, and grant Dr. Johdi and his family strength and patience during this difficult time. Sincerely,Kulliyyah of Education
GOMBAK, 14 July 2026 – The Department of Language and Literacy at the Kulliyyah of Education (KOED) recently welcomed a delegation from Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia for a strategic meeting aimed at expanding regional academic partnerships. The primary objective of the visit was to explore new avenues for institutional cooperation. Representatives from both universities focused on three core areas, beginning with joint research collaboration to co-author academic publications and tackle modern challenges in literacy education. Additionally, the discussions highlighted staff mobility through visiting lecturer programs to share best teaching practices, as well as student mobility initiatives to give learners valuable global exposure. To ensure these goals become a reality, the session concluded with the official signing of a Letter of Intent. This serves as the initial step toward a formal Memorandum of Understanding, binding both institutions to a shared future of mutual growth. The partnership underscores the Kulliyyah of Education’s dedication to internationalization, promising to enrich the academic journey of students and educators alike.
Kulliyah of Education (KOED) celebrates the retirement and honors the distinguished career built by Prof. Dr. Ratnawati Mohd. Asraf since she joined IIUM in November 1989. Her dedication to academic excellence and her profound impact on the Kulliyyah of Education are deeply appreciated. The institution wishes her a retirement filled with the same passion and fulfilment she brought to her years of service, and prays for her lifelong health and happiness.
Kulliyah of Education (KOED) celebrates the retirement and honors the distinguished career built by Prof. Dr. Ratnawati Mohd. Asraf since she joined IIUM in November 1989. Her dedication to academic excellence and her profound impact on the Kulliyyah of Education are deeply appreciated. The institution wishes her a retirement filled with the same passion and fulfilment she brought to her years of service, and prays for her lifelong health and happiness.
Heartiest congratulations to our honorable Rector, Prof. Emeritus Datuk Dr. Osman Bakar, on being awarded the prestigious Tokoh Maal Hijrah Kebangsaan 1448H/2026M! May this achievement continue to bring blessings to the Ummah. ✨.Sincerely,Kulliyyah of Education, IIUM.#IIUM #KOED
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the amazing achievement of our KOED Alumna (Class of 2015, B.Ed. Guidance and Counseling), Nawal Binti Sabaruddin, for winning FIRST PLACE in the Anugerah Ikon: Guru Bimbingan dan Kaunseling at the 55th National Teacher’s Day Celebration 2026! 🏆✨.May she continue to guide, inspire, and change lives for the better. Keep soaring high, Sr. Nawal! 🙌🎓.#KOEDAlumni #KOEDPride #HariGuru2026 #gurubitaranadinegara
Happy Teacher’s Day to all our dedicated educators at KOED and beyond! 👨🏻🏫👩🏻🏫.Teachers aren’t just educators; they are the heartbeat of a knowledgeable and virtuous nation. “Guru Bitara Nadi Negara” Your dedication is the light that guides the Ummah. 🕯️✨
GOMBAK, May 15, 2026 – The Wadi Budi hall at IIUM Gombak was filled to capacity yesterday as the Kulliyyah of Education successfully hosted its landmark seminar, “The ASD Journey: Navigating Challenges and Therapeutic Strategies from Home to Classroom.” The event, held as part of the EDEP 1610 course requirements for Semester 2, 2025/2026, aimed to move beyond theoretical learning by bringing real-world experiences to future educators.
The KOED 3-Minute Thesis Competition 2026 was successfully held on 20 April 2026 at LT 1, KOED. The programme was organised by the Office of DDRRI, HOR, and KEPSA, with the participation of 11 postgraduate students, comprising 9 PhD students and 2 M.Ed students. The competition provided a platform for students to present their research clearly and concisely within three minutes, while promoting research communication skills and a vibrant postgraduate research culture at KOED. The three winners for the PhD category, namely Ezwati binti Adnan (G2413280), Ahmad Widad bin Zainoddin (G2517857), and Azha Nazeer (G2331026), were selected as KOED representatives to the IIUM-level competition, while Iman Ashraf Aly Aly was selected as the winner for the M.Ed category.
On 3 April 2026, the Department of Language and Literacy (DLL) at KOED honoured to host a research delegation from Kazakhstan today to discuss the future of language education in multicultural contexts. From program sharing to future research collaborations, it was a morning of rich insights and global networking.
