Innovative Research Award

Ean Teng Khor is an education researcher, lecturer, and academic leader whose work integrates artificial intelligence, learning analytics, educational data mining, and technology-enhanced learning. Based at the National Institute of Education (NIE), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, she has contributed to the advancement of AI-enabled educational innovation through research, teaching, academic leadership, and externally funded projects. Her research portfolio demonstrates sustained engagement with personalised learning systems, educational predictive analytics, generative artificial intelligence, conversational agents, and human–AI collaboration for learning.[1]

Abstract

This article presents an academic profile of Ean Teng Khor and evaluates her scholarly contributions in the fields of Artificial Intelligence in Education, Learning Analytics, Educational Data Mining, and Technology-Enhanced Learning. Through interdisciplinary research, externally funded projects, academic leadership, and international engagement, she has contributed to the development of evidence-based educational innovations designed to support personalised learning, educator development, and digital transformation across educational sectors. Her work demonstrates a sustained focus on integrating advanced computational methods with learning sciences to improve educational outcomes and learner experiences.[1]

Keywords

Artificial Intelligence in Education; Learning Analytics; Educational Data Mining; Generative AI; Conversational AI; Personalised Learning; Machine Learning; Educational Technology; Adaptive Learning; Human–AI Collaboration.

Introduction

The increasing integration of artificial intelligence into educational environments has created opportunities for innovative approaches to teaching, learning, assessment, and learner support. Within this evolving landscape, Ean Teng Khor has established a research profile focused on leveraging data-driven methods and intelligent technologies to support educational improvement. Her academic work spans generative AI, learning analytics, educational data mining, predictive modelling, adaptive learning systems, and technology-enhanced pedagogy.[1]

Her contributions have been developed through collaborations with educators, policymakers, researchers, and institutions across multiple educational sectors. This combination of technical expertise and educational insight has enabled the translation of research findings into practical educational applications that address contemporary challenges in teaching and learning.[1]

Research Profile

Ean Teng Khor earned a Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) in 2005 and a Master of Science in Information Technology in 2007 from Multimedia University, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy from Universiti Sains Malaysia in 2015. Her academic appointments include positions at Wawasan Open University, East Asia Institute of Management, Nanyang Technological University, and the National Institute of Education.[1]

Her research expertise encompasses AI-enabled learning design, conversational AI, educational predictive analytics, personalised learning systems, machine learning applications in education, digital learning ecosystems, and data literacy development. She currently serves as Founding Leader of the Learning Analytics Special Interest Group at NIE and participates in multiple editorial, reviewing, and conference leadership roles within the international learning sciences community.[1]

Research Contributions

A defining characteristic of Ean Teng Khor’s research is the application of artificial intelligence and analytics to support personalised and adaptive learning. As Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator, she has led and contributed to multiple competitive research projects funded by organizations including Singapore’s Ministry of Education, SkillsFuture Singapore, and AI Singapore.[1]

• Development of AI-mediated learning systems using retrieval-augmented generation and intelligent interventions.
• Research on teacher data literacy and evidence-informed educational decision-making.
• Learning analytics frameworks for workplace and lifelong learning environments.
• Adaptive AI-supported language learning and multilingual tutoring technologies.
• Educational predictive modelling for identifying and supporting at-risk learners.

Beyond funded research, she has contributed to academic community development through editorial board memberships, peer review activities, keynote presentations, conference leadership, educator professional development initiatives, and academic assessment roles across international institutions and scholarly organizations.[1]

Publications

Ean Teng Khor’s publication record includes journal articles and conference papers addressing learning analytics, educational technology adoption, microlearning, predictive modelling, and personalised learning. Several publications have appeared in internationally recognized journals and have contributed to scholarly discussions surrounding data-informed educational practice and AI-supported learning environments.[2][3][4][5]

Research Impact

According to the Scopus author profile, Ean Teng Khor has accumulated 176 citations across indexed publications with an h-index of 6. These metrics reflect measurable scholarly engagement within fields related to educational technology, learning analytics, and artificial intelligence in education.[1]

Her impact extends beyond publication metrics through successful supervision of student researchers, leadership of collaborative research initiatives, development of AI-enabled educational tools, and professional engagement with educators and policymakers. The practical orientation of her research has supported knowledge transfer between academic scholarship and educational practice.[1]

Award Suitability

Ean Teng Khor’s academic profile demonstrates several characteristics commonly associated with recognition through research and innovation awards. These include sustained scholarly productivity, leadership of externally funded projects, contributions to educational innovation, international academic service, successful mentorship of emerging researchers, and recognition through multiple research awards and distinctions.[1]

Her research agenda aligns with contemporary priorities in education and digital transformation by addressing responsible applications of artificial intelligence, personalised learning, educator capacity building, and data-informed decision-making. The combination of research excellence, practical impact, and academic leadership provides a substantive basis for consideration within academic recognition programs such as the Top Teachers Awards.[1]

Conclusion

Ean Teng Khor has established a multidisciplinary academic profile at the intersection of artificial intelligence, learning sciences, educational technology, and analytics. Through research leadership, funded projects, scholarly publications, teaching innovation, and service to the international academic community, she has contributed to advancing understanding of how intelligent technologies can support learning and educational improvement. Her record of scholarship and professional engagement reflects an ongoing commitment to evidence-based educational innovation and the responsible integration of AI within learning environments.[1]

External Links

• Scopus Author Profile
• ORCID Profile
• Google Scholar Profile
• Web of Science Profile
• Top Teachers Awards Website

References

1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ean Teng Khor, Author ID 54393424800. Scopus. https://www.scopus.com/pages/authors/54393424800
2. Khor, E. T., & K. M. (2023). A systematic review of the role of learning analytics in supporting personalized learning. Education Sciences, 14(1), 51. DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/educsci14010051
3. Teng, K. E. (2014). An Analysis of ODL Student Perception and Adoption Behaviour using Technology Acceptance Model. International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 15(6), 275–288. DOI: https://doi.org/10.19173/irrodl.v15i6.1732
4. Puah, S., Khalid, M. I. S., Looi, C. K., & Khor, E. T. (2022). Investigating working adults’ intentions to participate in microlearning using the decomposed theory of planned behaviour. British Journal of Educational Technology, 53(2), 367–390. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/bjet.13170
5. Khor, E. T. (2022). A data mining approach using machine learning algorithms for early detection of low-performing students. The International Journal of Information and Learning Technology, 39(2), 122–132. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/IJILT-09-2021-0144