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Professor Dr Ong Eng Tek

Professor

Academic Qualifications

PhD (Science Education)
M.Ed (Curriculum & Instruction)
BSc. with Ed. (Hons)(Mathematics & Chemistry Education)

Areas of Interest
Cooperative Learning
Publications

  1. Ong E.T. (2022) Science Education in Malaysia. In Huang R, X. Bing, Tlili, A., Yang, F., Zhang, X., Zhy, L., & Jemni, M. (eds), Science Education in Countries Along the Belt & Road: Future Insights and New Requirements (pp. 277-295). Singapore: Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6955-2_17

  2. Singh, C.K.S., Madzlan, N.A., Ong, E.T., Gopal, R., Muhammad, M.M., Shukor, S.S., Mostafa, N.A., Singh, T.S.M., & Maniam M. (2021). Using Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Methods during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Malaysia: Preservice and In-Service Teachers’ Perspectives. In M. M. C. Shohel (Ed.), E-Learning and Digital Education in the Twenty-First Century (pp. 1-17). London: IntechOpen Book Series.

  3. Chu, W.W., Ong, E.T., Ayob, S.K., Mohd Azi, M. S., Abdullah, A.S., Abd Karim, N.S., & Tho, S.W. (2021). The innovative use of smartphone for sound STEM practical kit: A pilot implementation for secondary classroom. Research in Science & Technological Education, 39(4). Published online https://doi.org/10.1080/02635143.2021.1978963

  4. Ong, E.T., Ng, K.T., Charanjit Kaur Swaran Singh, Mohd Hairi Ibrahim, Nurulhuda Abd Rahman, Norwaliza Abdul Wahab, & Fauziah Mohd Sa’ad. (2021, Accepted for publication). Investigating the Attitudes toward Science among the Secondary Students of Orang Asli and Mainstream Ethnicities in Malaysia. Review of International Geographical Education, 11(9), 2497-2509.

  5. Razalli, A.R., Kamaruddin, K., Ong, E.T., Wong, K.T., & Daud, N.A.M. (2021). Evaluating teaching workload of academic staff for optimum and effective use of expertise resources. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 11(6), 13-26.

  6. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Harsharan Kaur, J.S., Mulyadi, D., Ong, E.T., Tarsame Singh, M.S., Mostafa, N.A., Yunus, M.M. (2021). In-service Teachers’ Familiarisation of the CEFR-aligned School-based assessment in the Malaysian Secondary ESL Classroom. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities, 29(S3), 1-23.

  7. Zainah Don, & Ong, E.T. (2021). Dismal science achievement among upper secondary school students in Penang during the COVID-19 pandemic: A survey of the contributing factors. High Technology Letter, 27(10), 817-824.

  8. Ong, E.T., Abdul Manas Hanafi Mohamed Noor, Charanjit Kaur Swaran Singh, Janchai Yingprayoon, Norwaliza Abdul Wahab, & Mohd Hairy Ibrahim. (2021). The mastery level of basic science process skills between the Malay and the Orang Asli upper primary students in Malaysia. Review of International Geographical Education (RIGEO), 11(8), 1196-1206.

  9. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Nor Azmi, M., Dodi, M., Noor Alhusna, M., Ong, E.T., Siti Shuhaida, S., Tarsame Singh, M.S. (2021). Teacher Educators’ Vision of an ‘Ideal’ Teacher. Studies in English Language and Education, 8(3), 1158-1176.

  10. Aqmarollah Mohd Nasip & Ong, E.T. (2021). 5E Inquiry-Based Teaching Module for Primary School Science Teachers: A Need Analysis. Review of International Geographical Education (RIGEO), 11(4), 730-737.

  11. Ong, E.T., Devi, G., Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Md Nasir, I., Norwaliza, A.W., Mohamad Termizi, B., & Tho, S.W. (2021). 5E Inquiry Learning Model: Its Effect on the Learning of Electricity among Malaysian Students. Cakrawala Pendidikan, 40(1), 170-182.

  12. Singh, C.K.S., Ong, E.T., Singh, T.S.M., Maniam, M., & Mohtar, T.M.T. (2021). Exploring ESL learners’ reading test taking strategies. Studies in English Language and Education, 8(1), 227-242. 

  13. Ong, P., Duraippah, K., & Ong, E.T. (2020). Enhancing the Achievement of Subject-Verb Agreement Among the Year 5 Students Using Word Bricks Game. ASEAN Journal of Open and Distance Learning, 12(2), 55-67.

  14. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Kanmani, R., Tarsame Singh, M.S., Ong, E.T., Melor, M.D., Henita, R., & Ilmi Z.I. (2020). A Review of Research on the Effectiveness of using Kahoot to Enhance Students’ Motivation to Learn English. Palarch’s Journal Of Archaeology Of Egypt/Egyptology, 17(6), 12252-12264.

  15. Ong, E.T., Kodri, M, Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Lay, Y.F., Ng, K.T., & Md Nasir, I. (2020). STAD cooperative learning model: Its effect on the achievement of zoology among pre-service biology teachers in Indonesia. Solid State Technology, 63(1s), 784-795.

  16. Ong, E.T., Devi, G., Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Norwaliza, A.W., Mohamad Termizi, B., Tho, S.W. (2020). The effect of employing the 5E Inquiry Learning Model on the learning of acid and alkali among Year 3 Malaysian students. Solid State Technology, 63(1s), 680-691.

  17. Md Nasir Ibrahim, Hazlin Anita Zainal Abidin, Mohd Zahuri Khairani, Eng Tek Ong and Che Aleha Ladin. (2020). Review: Pameran Ini Saya Punya Kerja: Manifestasi dua seni. Wacana Seni Journal of Arts Discourse, 19, 79-85.

  18. Zainah, D., & Ong, E.T. (2020). Examining a 5E Inquiry Learning Module for Malaysian Science Teachers: A Needs Analysis. Solid State Technology, 63(1s), 507-516.

  19. Norwaliza Abdul Wahab, Siti Irene Astuti Dwiningrum, Ong, E.T., Nordina Alia Nordin. (2020). Forest School Concept Based on Indigenous Knowledge for Orang Asli Schools: From an Expert’s Perspective. Solid State Technology, 63(1s), 610-618.

  20. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Nor Adriena, A.A.M., Tarsame Singh, M.S., & Ong, E.T. (2020). A review of research on teahers’ views on integrating gamification and technology in English as second language classroom. Journal of Critical Reviews, 7(19), 4333-4341.

  21. Md Nasir, I., Mohd Zahuri, K., Mohd Azam, S., Ong, E.T., & Che Aleha, L. (2020). Integration of 21st Century Skills among Arts Education Instructors at the Sekolah Seni Malaysia Kuala Lumpur. Journal of Critical Reviews, 7(14), 522-527.

  22. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Tarsame Singh, M.S., Nadiah, Y.A., Sasigaran, M., Mohd Ridhuan, I., Ong, E.T., Tanalachumi, K., Kalaiselvi, C., Manesha Kaur, R. S., & Jagvinder Kaur, S. S. (2020). Rethinking English Language Teaching Through Telegram, Whatsapp, Google Classroom and Zoom. Systematic Reviews in Pharmacy, 11(11), 45-54.

  23. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Ong, E.T., Tunku Mohani, T.M., Tarsame Singh, M.S., & Nor Azmi, M. (2020). Quality Teachers of the 21st Century: An Overview of Theories and Practice. International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change, 13(1), 1481-1494.

  24. Norwaliza, A.W., Goh, S.C., Ong, E.T., Mohd Hairy, I., & Haryanti, M.A. (2020). Construction of the forest school framework based on indigenous knowledge in Malaysia. Cakrawala Pendidikan, 39(2), 269-278.

  25. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Tarsame Singh, M.S., Hasimah, J., Ong, E.T., Harsharan, K., Nor Azmi, M., & Melor, M.Y. (2020). Teaching Strategies to Develop Higher Order Thinking Skills in English Literature. International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change, 11(8), 211-231.

  26. Shahid, C., Ong, E.T., Wong, K.T., & Perveen, A. (2020). Expectation and Reality of Learner Autonomy and Communicative Competence in Pakistan Higher Education Institutions: A Review. International Journal of Education, Psychology and Counseling, 5(34), 91-101.

  27. Ong, E.T., Luo, X.K., Yuan, J., & Yingprayoon, J. (2020). Professional development programme on the use of STEM-based 5E inquiry learning model. Science Education International, 31(2), 179-184.

  28. Ong, E.T., Keok, B.L., Yingprayoon, J., Swaran Singh, C.K., Borhan, M.T., & Tho, S.W. (2020). The Effect of 5E Inquiry Learning Model on the Science Achievement in the Learning of “Magnet” among Year 3 Students. Jurnal Pendidikan IPA Indonesia (Indonesian Journal of Science Education), 9(1), 1-10.

  29. Ong, E.T., Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Lay, Y.F, Tarsame Singh, M.S., & Melor, M.Y. (2020). Conceptual approach to cooperative learning: Its effect on the learning of conceptual approach among the pre-service Biology teachers. Universal Journal of Educational Research, 8(5), 1980-1990.

  30. Shahid, C., Ong, E.T., Wong, K.T., & Perveen, A. (2020). Academic Motivation and Self Efficacy of Teachers and Students at Higher Secondary Level in Pakistan. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 9(12), 418–430.

  31. Mohamad Termizi, B., Salmiza, S., Tan, A. S. L. & Ong, E.T. (2020). Readiness in implementing student-centred learning (SCA): An insight to developing a problem-based learning (PBL) module. Universal Journal of Educational Research, 8(1), 119-126.

  32. Mahmood, C.S., Ong, E.T., Wong, K.T., & Perveen, A. (2019).  EFL Learners Communicative Competence in Undergraduate Programmes in Pakistan: A Case of Two Universities in Pakistan. International Journal of Advanced Science and Technology, 29(20), 248-260.

  33. Siti Maisarah Bahrun, Ong, E.T., & Mohd Zikri Samngani. (2019). The Effectiveness of Cooperative Learning STAD Method (Student Teams-Achievement Division) on the Achievement in Islamic Religious Education. Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, 239, 171-175. 

  34. Mahmood, C.S., Ong, E.T., Wong, K.T., & Perveen, A. (2019). Students and Teachers Attitude towards Communicative Language Teaching at Tertiary Level in Pakistan. IOSR Journal of Research & Method in Education (IOSR-JRME), 9(6), 69-73.

  35. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Tunku Mohani, T.M., Tarsame Singh, M.S., Ong, E. T., & Melor, M.Y. (2019). Student Participation as a Reflection of the Teacher’s Knowledge, Skills, and Values.  International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 23(4), 1077-1087.

  36. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Tarsame Singh, M.S., Ong, E.T., & Melor, M.Y. (2019). The Effects of Cooperative Interactive Learning Strategies to Improve Undergraduates’ Speaking Skills. International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 23(4), 1053-1067.

  37. Noor Shah Saad, Eng Tek Ong, & Akhsanul In’am (2019). Scientific reasoning skills among Arabic secondary school students and its relationship with teaching styles of Arabic secondary school Brunei Darussalam teachers. Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, 349, 391-396.

  38. Wahid, R., Ong, E.T., & Saat, M. I. M. (2019). Fostering Intellectual Excitement Questionnaire: The Development and Validation. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 9(7), 832–842.

  39. Sabri Mohd Salleh & Ong, E.T. (2019). The development and validation of an instrument to measure higher order thinking skills. Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical & Control Systems, 11(Special Issue-08), 150-162.

  40. Nurulhuda Abd Rahman, Ong, E.T., Nor’ain Mohd Tajudin, Paramesvary Perumal, & Khuan Wai Bing (2019). Perceived training needs of science teachers in fostering HOTS among lower secondary students in Peninsular Malaysia.  Journal of Advance Research in Dynamical & Control Systems, 11(Special Issue-05), 1409-1419.

  41. Charanjit Kaur, S.S., Ong, E.T., & Tarsame Singh, M.S. (2019). Redesigning assessment for holistic learning. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, 5(3), 620-625.

  42. Madang, K., Ong, E.T., Baharom, S., & Samsudin, S. (2019). The effectiveness of STAD on the learning of fishes in vertebrate zoology among biology education pre-service teachers in sriwijaya university. IOP Conference Series: Journal of Physics: Conference Series, 1166, 1-7.

  43. Goh, C.F., & Ong, E.T. (2019). Flipped Classroom as an Effective Approach in Enhancing Student Learning of a Pharmacy Course with a Historically Low Student Pass Rate. Currents in Pharmacy Teaching and Learning, 11(6), 621-629.

  44. Ong, E.T., Charanjit Kaur, S. S., Nurulhuda, A.R., Laili Farhana, M.I. (2019). The Character of Biology Teaching Practices: Pedagogical Hiatuses and the Implications for
    Continued Professional Development. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, 5(2), 389-399.

  45. Nurulhuda, A.R., Parameswary, P., & Ong, E.T. (2018). Motivation and Self-efficacy of Science Teachers in Fostering HOTS in Peninsular Malaysia. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 8(12), 1825-1842. 

  46. Charanjit Kaur Swaran Kaur, Tarsame Singh Masa Singh, Ong Eng Tek, & Mohd Zulkarnain Mohd Kasim. (2018). Problems faced by teachers during teaching practice. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, 6(Special Issue), 184-188. 

  47. Ong, E.T., Mohd Hairy Ibrahim, Norwaliza Abd Wahab, Sabri Mohd Salleh, Charanjit Kaur Swaran Singh, & Mohamad Termizi Borhan. (2018). Contributing Factors for Academic Success in this Globalised Era: Voices from the Successful Orang Asli in Malaysia. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, 4(12), 625-632.

  48. Ong, E.T., Arumugam, G., Sabri, M.S., Nor’ain, M.T., Nurulhuda, A.R., & Mohamad Termizi, B. (2018). 5E Inquiry Learning Model: Its Effect on Science Achievement among Malaysian Year 5 Indian Students. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 8(12), 348-360. 

  49. Ong, E.T., Wong, K.T., & Sabri, M.S. (Eds). (2018). Assessment and Quality in Education: Selected papers from the 7th UPSI-UPI International Conference in Education. Tanjung Malim: Fakulti Pembangunan Manusia, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris.

  50. Lay, Y.F., Ong, E.T., Han, C.G.K., & Chan, S.H. (2018). A Glimpse of Evolution Education in the Malaysian Context. In H. Deniz & L.A. Borgerding (Eds.), Evolution Education Around the Globe (pp. 357-374). Cham, Switzerland: Springer.

  51. Ang, S. Z., & Ong, E.T. (2018). Tahap kebiasaan, kefahaman konseptual, penguasaan dan minat terhadap kemahiran proses sains dalam kalangan guru sains SJKC. (The levels of familiarity, conceptual understanding, mastery, and interests towards science process skills (SPS) amongst science teachers at National-type Schools (Chinese)). Malaysian Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 8(2), 45-59.

  52. Nor’ain, M.T., Nurulhuda, A.R., Ong, E.T., & Rosnidar, M. (2018). Impact of fostering higher order thinking skills training programme on science teachers’ knowledge. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 7(3), 453–464. 

  53. Safiee, N., Jusoh, Z.M., Noor, A.M.H.M., Ong, E.T., & Salleh, S.M. (2018). An early start to STEM Education through Project-based Inquiry Learning in the context of a magnet. IOP Conf. Series: Materials Science and Engineering, 296, 1-5.

  54. Ong, E.T., Norazura, S., Zaharah, M.J., Sabri, M.S., & Abdul Manas, H.M.N. (2017). STEM Education through Project-Based Inquiry Learning: An exploratory study on its impact among year 1 primary students. Malaysian Science & Mathematics Education Journal, 7(2), 43-51.

  55. Nik Azmah Nik Yusuff, Ong Eng Tek, & Salasiah Zainuddin. (2017). The development and validation of integrated science process skills instrument for primary school. E-Proceedings of the 6th Global Summit on Education: Trends and Challenges in Education, 4th December 2017, Melia Hotel Kuala Lumpur.

  56. Aminah Ayob, Md Nasir Ibrahim, Ong Eng Tek, Mazlini Adnan, & Jameyah Sheriff. (2017). Buku Aktiviti: PIL Cerdas Untuk Prasekolah, Tadika & Taska. Kuala Lumpur: Al-Ameen Serve Holdings Sdn.Bhd.

  57. Aminah Ayob, Md Nasir Ibrahim, Ong Eng Tek, Mazlini Adnan, & Jameyah Sheriff. (2017). Modul Latihan Pendidik: PIL Cerdas Untuk Prasekolah, Tadika & Taska. Kuala Lumpur: Al-Ameen Serve Holdings Sdn.Bhd.

  58. Ong, E.T., Nurulhuda Abdul Rahman, Rosdy Wahid, Nor’ain Mohd Tajudin, Razak Abd Samad Yahya, Azwani Mazuwai & Ahmad Nazri Kosni. (2017). The character of teaching practices in a teacher education institution: Findings from observation checklist. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers & Teacher Education, 7(2), 33-45.

  59. Rosdy Wahid, Ong, E.T., & Noraini Idris. (2017). Validating the Teaching and Learning Guiding Principles for Teacher Educators from the Perspective of Policy Makers and Teacher Trainers. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 7(3), 586-598.  

  60. Chan Wai Yin, Ong, E.T., & Sabri Mohd Salleh. (2016).The use of Jigsaw in primary science: What do year 5 children say about its influence on attitudes towards science? Jurnal Pendidikan Sains dan Matematik Malaysia, 6(2), 32-43.

  61. Nurulhuda Abd Rahman, Azwani Masuwai, Nor’ain Mohd Tajudin, Ong, E.T., & Mazlini Adnan. Validation of Teaching and Learning Guiding Principles Instrument for Malaysian Higher Learning Institutions. (2016). Malaysian Journal of Learning and Instruction, 13(2), 125-146.

  62. Ong, E.S.P., Mohd Sabrinordin Mohd Yusoff, & Ong, E.T. (2016). Persepsi pelapis Jurulatih Utama (JU) Muda KBAT Terhadap Kursus Orientasi Pelapis JU Muda 2016. Jurnal Penyelidikan Tempawan, 33, 32-41.

  63. Nik Azmah Nik Yusuff, Norazimah Md Ali, Norazilawati Abdullah, & Ong, E.T. (2016).  The effectiveness of hands-on/authentic learning on elementary school students’ achievement in and attitudes towards science.  Malaysian Science & Mathematics Education Journal, 6(1), 79-100.

  64. Ong, E.T., Aminah, A., Md Nasir, I., Mazlini, A., Jameyah, S., & Noriah, I. (2016).  The effectiveness of an in-service training of early childhood teachers on STEM integration through Project-Based Inquiry Learning (PBIL). Turkish Journal of Science Education, 13(Special Issue), 44-58.  

  65. Lay, Y.F., Ong, E.T., Ng, K.T., & Norazah, M.S.T. (2016). Examining the Validity and Reliability for a Measurement Model of the Malaysian Teacher Disposition Index (MTDI). In A.G. Welch & S. Areepattamannil (Eds.), Dispositions in Teacher Education A Global Perspective (131-148). Rotterdam: Sense Publisher.

  66. Mazlini Adnan, Aminah Ayob, Ong, E.T., Mohd Nasir Ibrahim, Noriah Ishah, & Jameyah Sheriff. (2016). Memperkasa Pembangunan Modal Insan Malaysia di Peringkat Kanak-Kanak: Kajian Kebolehlaksanaan dan Kebolehintegrasian Pendidikan STEM dalam Kurikulum PERMATA Negara. Geografia Online Malaysian Journal of Society and Space, 12(1), 29-36.

  67. Sabri Mohd Salleh, Ong, E.T., Mohmad Noor Mohmad Taib. (2015). How do good teachers teach for critical thinking. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers & Teacher Education, 5(2), 20-32.

  68. Ong, E.T., Puspa, R., Ruthven, K., Sabri, S., Nik Azmah, N.Y., Siti Esah, M. (2015). Acquisition of basic science process skills among Malaysian upper primary students. Research in Education, 94, 88-101. (University of Manchester).

  69. Ong, E.T., Norjuhana, M., Siti Eshah, M., Sabri, M.S., Nik Azmah, N.Y., & Yeam, K.P. (2015). Basic Science Process Skills Test for Primary Schools: Item Development and Validation. Malaysian Science & Mathematics Education Journal, 5(1), 70-88.

  70. Ong, E.T., Sabri, M.S., & Ruthven, K., (2015). Konsep Sekolah Bestari: Satu Kupasan (Smart School Concept: A critique). In Mahizer Hamzah et al. (Eds.), Trend dan Isu: Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran. Tanjung Malim: Fakulti Pendidikan dan Pembangunan Manusia.

  71. Aminah, A., Noriah, I., Ong, E.T., Md Nasir, I., Mazlini, A., & Jameyah, S. (2015). STEM untuk PERMATA Negara. Tanjung Malim: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris.

  72. Ong, E.T., & Shamalah Manikam. (2014). Penguasaan kemahiran proses sains asas dalam kalangan murid India di beberapa buah sekolah rendah di Perak (The mastery of basic science process skills among Indian students in a few primary schools in Perak). Sains Humanika, 2(1), 159-169.

  73. Nik Azmah, N.Y., Ong, E.T., Norazilawati, A., & Rosnidar, M. (2014). Levels of teacher trainees’ acquisition of integrated science process skills in authentic contexts. Malaysian Science & Mathematics Education Journal, 4(2), 67-79.

  74. Mohd Al-Junaidi, M., & Ong, E.T. (2013). Test of basic and integrated science process skills (T-BISPS): How do form four students in Kelantan fare? International Journal for Assessment and Evaluation in Education (IJAEE), 3, 15-30.

  75. Ong, E.T, Norjuhana, M., & Yeam, K.P. (2014). Exploring attitudes towards science among Malay and Aboriginal primary students. Journal of Turkish Science Education, 11(3), 21-34.

  76. Noraini, I., Nurulhuda, A.R., Nor’ain, M.T., Shahrul Kadri, A., Mazlini, A., Ong, E.T., Devadason, R.P., & Shamsul Nizam, K.M. (2014). Development of a Teacher Education Model for Preparing Quality Teachers for the Future. Tanjung Malim: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris.

  77. Ong, E.T., & Mohd Al-Junaidi, M. (2014). Pembinaan dan penentusahan instrumen kemahiran proses sains untuk sekolah menengah (Development and validation of a science process skills instrument for secondary schools). Jurnal Teknologi, 66(1), 7-20.

  78. Ong, E.T., & Sabri, M.S. (2014). Konsep Kartun: Apa, mengapa dan bagaimana (Concept cartoon: What, why and how). In Mahizer Hamzah et al. (Eds.), Trend dan Isu Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran (Trends and Issues in Teaching and Learning) (pp. 33-48). Tanjung Malim: Fakulti Pendidikan dan Pembangunan Manusia.

  79. Ong, E.T. (2013). The effects of an in-service professional development course on Acehnese science teachers’ perceived pedagogical knowledge and skills. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers and Teacher Education (JRPPTTE), 3(2), 5-16.

  80. Ong, E.T., & Bibi Hazliana Mohd Hassan. (2013). Penguasaan kemahiran proses sains asas dalam kalangan murid sekolah rendah di Selangor berdasarkan jantina, lokasi sekolah dan aras tahun (Mastery of basic science process skills among primary school students in Selangor by gender, school location and grade level). Jurnal Pendidikan Sains dan Matematik Malaysia, 3(2), 77-90.

  81. Ong, E.S.P.O., Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (2013). Sikap terhadap pendidikan muzik dalam kalangan guru pelatih pendidikan muzik (Attitudes towards music education among music major teacher trainees). Tempawan Jurnal Penyelidikan (Research Journal of Specialist Teachers’ Education Institute), 30, 131-142.

  82. Tan, S.C, Ong, E.T., & Ong, E.S.P. (2013). Keberkesanan kaedah pembelajaran koperatif jenis “Numbered Heads Together” terhadap pencapaian Biologi dalam kalangan pelajar tingkatan 4 (Effectiveness of Numbered Heads Together cooperative learning method on Biology achievement among Form 4 students). Tempawan Jurnal Penyelidikan (Research Journal of Specialist Teachers’ Education Institute), 30, 24-33.

  83. Ong, E.T., Wong, Y.T., Sopia, M.Y., Sadiah, B., & Asmayati, Y. (2013). Acquisition of basic and integrated science process skills amongst form 2 students in Sarawak: Interaction effects of gender, ethnicity, and school location. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (Pertanika JSSH), 21(3), 981-998.

  84. Ong, E.T. (2013). Pembelajaran Menggunakan Plus-Minus-Interesting (Teaching Using Plus-Minus-Interesting). In Nurulhuda Abdul Rahman & Md Nasir Ibrahim (Eds.), Pemikiran kritis dan kreatif: Konsep, pendekatan dan aplikasi dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran (Critical and creative thinking: Concept, approach and application in teaching and learning) (pp. 91-107). Tanjung Malim: Penerbit UPSI.

  85. Ong, E.T., Rosmawati, M.K., Sabri, S., & Nurulhuda, A.R. (2013). Keberkesanan penggunaan Modul Kartun Ekosistem Terancam (Endangered Ecosystem) dalam meningkatkan pencapaian pelajar (Effectiveness of endangered ecosystem cartoon module in enhancing student achievement). Jurnal Pendidikan Sains dan Matematik Malaysia, 3(1), 95-111.

  86. Treagust, D.F., Chandrasegaran, A.L., Lilia Halim, Ong, E.T., Zain, A.N.M., and Karpudewan, M. (2013). Understanding of basic particle nature of matter concepts by secondary school students following an intervention program. In G. Tsaparlis and H. Sevian (Eds.). Concepts of matter in science education (pp. 124-142). Dordrecht, Netherlands: Springer.

  87. Ong, E.T., & Rosma, O. (2013). Pengajaran berlandaskan Model Konstruktivisme Lima Fasa Needham (Needham’s Five-Phase Constructivist Teaching Model). In Mahizer Hamzah, Abu Talib Mohamed Hashim, Noraini Mohamed Nor, & Norazilawati Abdullah (Eds.), Trend dan Isu: Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran (Trends and Issues: Teaching and Learning) (pp. 41-57). Tanjung Malim: Fakulti Pendidikan dan Pembangunan Manusia.

  88. Ong, E.T. (2013). Unit 1 Kemahiran Saintifik: Kemahiran Proses Sains dan Kemahiran Manipulatif (Unit 1 Scientific Skills: Science Process Skills and Manipulative Skills). In Norazilawati Abdullah (Ed.), KRS3013 Kemahiran Tumpuan Dalam Sains (pp. 1-36). Tanjung Malim: Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris

  89. Rosma, O., Ong, E.T., Shakinaz, D., & Wong, K.T. (2012). Tahap kemahiran berfikir dalam kalangan guru sekolah rendah (The levels of thinking skills among primary school teachers).  Jurnal Pendidikan BITARA (Journal of Education), 5, 116-129.

  90. Ong, E.T., Wong, Y.T. Yew Tuang, Sopia, M.Y., Sadiah, B., Asmayati Yahaya, & Zaid Md Said. (2012). Malaysian-based Science Process Skills Inventory: Development, validation, and utilisation. CREAM: Current Research in Malaysia, 1(1), 125-149. (Published by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, Putrajaya)

  91. Jusni Nasiran & Ong, E.T. (2012). Modul: Unit 1 Format Penyediaan Kertas Kerja. (Module: Unit 1 Format for Preparation of Working Papers). Ipoh: Institut Darul Aman (IDR).

  92. Suzilawati, S., Ong, E.T., & Shakinaz, D. (2012). Kesan penggunaan pembelajaran berasaskan masalah terhadap pencapaian Biologi dalam kalangan pelajar Tingkatan 4 (The effect of problem based learning on Biology achievement among Form 4 students). Jurnal Pendidikan Sains dan Matematik Malaysia, 2(2), 49-61.

  93. Ong, E.T., & Yeo, C.Y. (2012). The effectiveness of Jigsaw-II cooperative learning method on student chemistry achievement, interest, interaction level, and attitudes. In Ahmad Nurulazam Md Zain and Devadason Robert Peter (Eds), Transforming School Science Education in the 21st Century (pp. 172-180). Penang: SEAMEO RECSAM.

  94. Adillah, A., Ong, E.T., & Zulqarnain, A.B. (2012). Investigating self-estimated multiple intelligences amongst Malaysian science-based secondary students. Malaysian Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 2(1), 65-81.

  95. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2012). The effectiveness of smart schooling in terms of student achievement in Science: A study of Malaysian practice. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 35(1), 1-21.

  96. Ong, E.T. (2012). Promoting HIV/AIDS Preventive Education Amongst Biology Teachers of MARA Junior Science Colleges. Tanjung Malim: Penerbit UPSI (UPSI Press).

  97. Ong, E.T. (2011). HIV/AIDS Preventive Education Amongst Biology Teachers: Assessing Knowledge and Attitudinal Change. International Journal for Assessment and Evaluation in Education (IJAEE), 1, 52-64.

  98. Ong, E.T., Wong, Y.T., Sopia, M.Y., Sadiah, B., & Asmayati, Y. (2011). The development and validation of an encompassing Malaysian-based science process skills test for secondary schools. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 34(2), 203-236.

  99. Ong, E.T., & Yeo, C.Y. (2011). The effectiveness of Jigsaw-II cooperative learning method on student chemistry achievement, interest, interaction level, and attitudes. Malaysian Journal of Science and Mathematics Education, 1(1), 46-61.

  100. Muhamad Ikhwan, M.S., Ong, E.T., & Sadiah, B. (2011). Self-Regulated Learning: Gender differences in motivation and learning strategies amongst Malaysian science students. Jurnal Pendidikan BITARA (Journal of Education), 4, 90-101.

  101. Ong, E.T., Wong, Y.T., Sopia, M.Y., Sadiah, B., Asmayati, Y., & Zahid, M.S. (2011). The Development and Validation of Malaysian-Based Basic and Integrated Science Process Skills (MB-BISP). Tanjung Malim: Penerbit UPSI.

  102. Ong, E.T., Wong, Y.T., Sopia, M.Y., Sadiah, B., Asmayati, Y., & Zahid, M.S. (2011). Inventori Kemahiran Proses Sains Asas dan Bersepadu Berkonsepkan Malaysia: Edisi Guru (Malaysian-Based Basic and Integrated Science Process Skills Inventory: Teacher’s Edition). Tanjung Malim: Penerbit UPSI.

  103. Ong, E.T., & Noor Shah, S. (2011). Pembelajaran Kooperatif: Pendekatan Konseptual (Cooperative Learning: A Conceptual Approach). In Nurulhuda Abdul Rahman (Ed.), Strategi dan Kaedah Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran (Strategies and Methods of Teaching and Learning) (pp. 58-71). Kuala Lumpur: Pearson.

  104. Ong, E.T. (2011). Pengajaran Menggunakan Analogi (Teaching with Analogy). In Nurulhuda Abdul Rahman (Ed.), Strategi dan Kaedah Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran (Strategies and Methods of Teaching and Learning) (pp. 95-105). Kuala Lumpur: Pearson.

  105. Ong, E.T., Wong, Y.T., Sopia, M.Y., Sadiah, B., Asmayati, Y., & Zahid, M.S. (2011). Inventori Kemahiran Proses Sains Asas dan Bersepadu Berkonsepkan Malaysia: Edisi Pelajar (Malaysian-Based Basic and Integrated Science Process Skills Inventory: Students’ Edition). Tanjung Malim: Penerbit UPSI.

  106. Ong, E.T. (2011). Unit 5 Pembelajaran Kooperatif: Pendekatan Berstruktur (Structural Approach to Cooperative Learning). In Nurulhuda Abdul Rahman, Rosnidar Mansor, & Ismail Raoh (Eds.), Modul 2: Pengajaran, Teknologi & Pentaksiran (Module 2: Teaching, Technology, and Assessment) (pp.58-73). Tanjung Malim, Perak: Penerbit UPSI.

  107. Ong, E.T. (2011). Unit 6 Pembelajaran Kooperatif: Pendekatan Kurikulum (Curricular Approach to Cooperative Learning). In Nurulhuda Abdul Rahman (Ed.), Modul 2: Pengajaran, Teknologi & Pentaksiran (Module 2: Teaching, Technology, and Assessment) (pp.74-97). Tanjung Malim, Perak: Penerbit UPSI.

  108. Treagust, D.F., Chandrasegaran, A.L., Ahmad N.M. Zain, Eng-Tek Ong, Mageswary Karpudevan, & Halim Lilia. (2011). Evaluation of an intervention instructional program to facilitate understanding of basic particle concepts among students enrolled in several levels of study. Chemistry Education and Research Practice, 12(2), 251-261.  

  109. Ong, E.T., & Johairi, A.R. (2010). Tahap Penguasaan Kemahiran Proses Sains Bersepadu (KPSB) dalam Kalangan Pelajar Tingkatan 2 di Daerah Temerloh (The acquisition of Science Process Skills amongst Form 2 students in Temerloh District). Jurnal Pengajian BITARA UPSI, 3, 1-20.

  110. Nurulhuda, A.R., Ismail, A.R., Othman, L., Ishak, H., Ong, E.T., Omar Hisham, M.B., & Abdul Talib, M.H. (Eds.). (2011). Manual Instruksi KPD3016 & KPD3026: Pengajaran, Teknologi & Penaksiran (Instructional Manual for KPD3016 & KPD3026: Teaching, Technology & Assessment). Tanjung Malim, Perak: Faculty of Education and Human Development.

  111. Nurulhuda Abd Rahman, Noor Azman Razalee, A Rahman Omar, Razak Abd Samad Yahya, & Ong, E.T. (2010). The Development and Validation of Learning Attitudes about Physics (LAAP) Inventory. Journal of Science and Mathematics, 3(1), 39-49.

  112. Sopia, M.Y., Ong, E.T., Hasimah, A., & Sadiah, B. (2011). Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL): Teaching for Understanding. Tanjung Malim: Penerbit UPSI

  113. Ong, E.T., & Tan, S.C. (2010). Keberkesanan kaedah “Numbered Heads Together” terhadap pencapaian biologi dalam kalangan pelajar di Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (The effectiveness of Numbered Heads Together on Biology achievement among undergraduates at Sultan Idris Education University). Jurnal Teknologi, 53, 35-46.

  114. Ong, E.T. (2010). Biology Education in the Context of HIV/AIDS: A Step Towards Education for Sustainable Development (ESD). Journal of Science and Mathematics, 2(1), 12-22.

  115. Sopia, M.Y., Ong, E.T., Hasimah, A., Sadiah, B., & Lai, Y.Y. (2010). Teaching science through English: Engaging pupils cognitively. International CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) Research Journal, 1(3), 20-34.

  116. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2010). The distinctiveness and effectiveness of science teaching in the Malaysian ‘Smart School’. Research in Science and Technological Education, 28(1), 25-41. (Routledge)

  117. Aminah Ayob, Rajendran Nagappan, & Ong, E.T. (2010). Citizenship project brings sustainable development education to Malaysia’s youth. In M. Witthauys, K. McCandless, & R. Lambert (Eds.), Tomorrow Today (pp. 110-112). Paris: UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation) and Tudor Rose.

  118. Luo, X.K., Ong, E.T., & Yingprayoon, J. (2009). Promoting Innovative Science Teaching Strategies at the Research Institute for Science Education (RISE), Guangxi Normal University. The ICASE Newsletter: Newsletter of the International Council of Association for Science Education, 8-9.

  119. Ong, E.T., & Ahmad Nizam, A. (2009). Keberkesanan Modul Kartun dalam Pengajaran dan Pembelajaran Biologi Tingkatan 4 (The Effectiveness of Cartoon Module in the Teaching and Learning of Form 4 Biology).  Journal of Science and Mathematics, 1(2), 105-124.

  120. Sopia, M.Y., Marsh, D., Ong, E.T., & Lai, Y.Y. (2009). Learners’ perceptions towards the teaching of science through English in Malaysia: A quantitative analysis. International CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) Research Journal, 1(2), 54-69.

  121. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2009). The effectiveness of smart schooling on students’ attitudes towards science. Eurasia Journal of Science, Mathematics & Technology Education, 5(1), 35-45.

  122. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2008). Perkins’ Smart Schools and Malaysian Smart Schools: A Critical Analysis. Malaysian Journal of Educational Technology, 8(1), 7-18.

  123. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2008). Malaysian Science Teachers’ Conceptions on Constructivist Practice: Recommendations for Teacher Education. International Journal of Education, 3(1), 1-16.

  124. Ong, E.T. (2007). The effectiveness of cooperative learning via cooperative learning in science teacher education at UPSI.  Journal of Pedagogy, 2, 132-142

  125. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2007). ICT Practices in Malaysian Smart and Mainstream Schools: Results of Interview Data. Malaysian Journal of Educational Technology, 7(1), 47-58.

  126. Foo, L.K., & Ong, E.T. (2007). Science anxiety among Form Four students in Penang: A gender comparison. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 30(1), 84-109.

  127. Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (2006). The theory of Multiple Intelligences and its applications in science classroom. SEAMEO RECSAM Learning Science and Mathematics Online Journal, Issue 1, Article No.1

  128. Rosnidar Mansor, Che Nidzam Che Ahmad, Sadiah Baharom, Ong, E.T., & Shaherny Zaid (Eds.). (2006). Biologi: Minda Kesejahteraan Sejagat (Biology: Worldwide Peaceful Mind). Prosiding Persidangan Biologi Kebangsaan 2006 (2006 National Biology Conference Proceedings), 26-28 Jun 2006, Hotel Legend, Kuala Lumpur.

  129. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2005). Acquisition of science process skills amongst Form 3 students in Malaysian smart and mainstream schools. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 28(1), 103-124.

  130. Ong, E.T., Hajira Bee, A.R., & Liau, T.L.M. (2005). Monograph Series 2. Cooperative learning in a cooperative school: RECSAM-Bainun Cooperative School (REBACOS) Project. Penang, Malaysia: SEAMEO Regional Centre for Education in Science and Mathematics

  131. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2004a). The perceptions on science learning experience of Malaysian students in Smart and Mainstream schools. Malaysian Journal of Educational Technology, 4(1), 21-35.

  132. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2004b). Investigating the smart science learning experience amongst Malaysian students. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 27(1), 87-116.

  133. Arellano, E.L., & Ong, E.T. (2002). Science/Mathematics locus of control of Malaysian science and mathematics educators: Implications to teacher-training programmes. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 25(2), 32-47.

  134. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2002). Reliability and validity of a Malay version instrument on attitudes towards science. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 25(2), 48-65.

  135. Ong, E.T., & Ruthven, K. (2003). Validity and Reliability of Smart Science Learning Experience Inventory (SSLEI). Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 26(2), 76–106.

  136. Ong, E.T., & Tang, W.U. (2002). An exploratory study on the use of computer-based recording and analyzing (COBRA) interface in scientific investigation. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 25(1), 107-116.

  137. Bevins, C.S., Windale, M., Ong, E.T., & Harrison, B. (2001). Active Teaching and Learning Approaches in Science: Towards a model for Malaysian Science Education. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 24(1), 11-28.

  138. Ong, E.T. (1998). The effect of cooperative learning on the mathematics achievement of Form 4 students in a Malaysian secondary school. Journal of Science and Mathematics Education in Southeast Asia, 22(2), 44-67.

  139. Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (2003). A constructivist view of learning and its implications for science teaching. Classroom Teacher, 8(1), 30-40.

  140. Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (2003). Pengajaran sains berteraskan pandangan konstruktivis terhadap pembelajaran. (Science teaching that is based on a constructivist view of learning). Classroom Teacher, 8(1), 113-120.

  141. Windale, M., Ong, E.T., Harrison, B., & Smyth, S. (2001). Energy/Tenaga: Active Teaching & Learning Approaches for Sustainability (A bilingual Malay-English Resource Pack which includes Teacher’s Notes). Sheffield, UK: Sheffield Hallam University.

  142. Ong, E.T. (2001). Two Workshops on Promotion of Scientific and Technological Literacy (STL) for All: Malaysia. Connect – UNESCO International Science, Technology & Environmental Education Newsletter, 26 (1-2), 9-10.

  143. Ng, K.T., Ong, E.T., et al. (co-editors/working committee). (2001). Pemenang Penyertaan Yang Terpilih Anugerah Pendidikan Sains MTSF (Selected Winning Entries of MSTF Science Education Award) 1997-1999. Malaysia Toray Science Foundation – Ministry of Education, Malaysia – SEAMEO RECSAM.  Penang: Malaysia Toray Science Foundation.

  144. Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (September, 2001). Penggunaan ICT dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran sains (The use of ICT in the teaching and learning of science). Classroom Teacher, 6(2), 1-13.

  145. Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (September, 2000). The teaching of social skills in cooperative learning. Classroom Teacher, 5(2), 41-49.

  146. Hajira Bee, A.R., & Ong, E.T. (September, 2000). The nature of science. Classroom Teacher, 5(2), 10-19.

  147. Hajira Bee, A.R., & Ong, E.T. (March, 2000). Penyiasatan Saintifik (Scientific Investigation). Classroom Teacher, 5(1), 39-60.

  148. Hajira Bee, A.R., Ong, E.T., & Liau, T.L.M. (March, 2000). RECSAM-Bainun Cooperative School Project (REBACOS). Classroom Teacher, 5(1), 61-77.

  149. Tan, K., & Ong, E.T. (2000). Current State of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education in the SEAMEO Region. Connect – UNESCO International Science, Technology & Environmental Education Newsletter, 25(3-4), 7- 9.

  150. Tan, K., Ong, E.T., & Ismail Othman. (September, 1999). Penyelidikan ke arah keberkesanan dan kecemerlangan pengajaran dan pembelajaran dalam sains. (Research towards effectiveness and excellence in the teaching and learning of science). Classroom Teacher, 4(2), 1-8.

  151. Ong, E.T., & Yeam, K.P. (September, 1999). Model Pembelajaran Generatif (Generative Teaching Model). Classroom Teacher, 4(2), 51-59.

  152. Ong, E.T. (March, 1999). Pemikiran saintifik: Kitaran pembelajaran hipotetikal deduktif. (Scientific thinking: Hypothetical-deductive learning cycle). Classroom Teacher, 4(1), 28-37.

  153. Ong, E.T. (March, 1999). Pembelajaran kooperatif: Suatu pengenalan. (Cooperative learning: An introduction). Classroom Teacher, 4(1), 58 - 67.

  154. Ong, E.T. (Ed.). (1998). Pemenang Penyertaan Yang Terpilih Anugerah Pendidikan Sains MTSF (Selected Winning Entries of MSTF Science Education Award) 1994-1996. Malaysia Toray Science Foundation – Ministry of Education, Malaysia – SEAMEO RECSAM.  Penang: Malaysia Toray Science Foundation.

  155. Ong, E.T. (March, 1998). Problem solving in science and technology. Classroom Teacher, 3(1), 16-24.

  156. Hajira Bee, A.R., & Ong, E.T. (March, 1998). Hala tuju pendidikan sains di Malaysia dan implikasinya terhadap pengajaran & pembelajaran. (Trends for science education in Malaysia and the implications for teaching and learning). Classroom Teacher, 3(1), 25-35.

  157. Ong, E.T. (September, 1997). Cooperative learning: Theory, research, & classroom practice. Classroom Teacher, 2(2), 13-23.

  158. Ong, E.T. (March, 1997). The what, why & how of analogies in science teaching. Classroom Teacher, 2(1), 27-39.

  159. Ng, K.T., & Ong, E.T. (March, 1997). How do aeroplanes fly? How do rockets propel? Teaching science via creative technology. Classroom Teacher, 2(1), 40-52. 

Presentations

  • Ong, E.T. (2021). Inquiry Learning in Science: Research and Classroom Practice. Plenary Address presented at the 3rd International Conference in Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (ICSTEM) 2021, 13th SEPTEMBER 2021, Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Terengganu.
     
  • Ong, E.T. (2021). Implementation of Integrated STEM Education: Sharing of a Research-Based, Research-Validated Pedagogical Approach. Keynote presented at the International Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics (ICSTEM) 2021 and 9th International Postgraduate Conference on Science and Mathematics (9th IPCSM) 2021, 7th August 2021, Sultan Idris Education University, Tanjung Malim.
  • Ong, E.T. (2019). Project-based Inquiry Learning (PIL): A Pedagogical Approach to
    Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) Education
    . Keynote presented at the 2nd International Multidisciplinary Research Conference 2019 (IMRC 2019) at Leyte Normal University, Tacloban City, Philippines. 4th March 2019.

  • Ong, E.T. (2019). A Pedagogical Approach to STEM Education: Project-based Inquiry Learning (PIL). Keynote presented at the 6th ICASE World Science and Technology Education Conference at Pattaya, Thailand. 2-6 December 2019.

  • Ong, E.T. (2018). Contributing Factors for Academic Success in this Globalised Era: Voices from the Successful Indigenous People (Orang Asli) in Malaysia. Plenary address presented at the 14th International Conference on “Asia Pacific Cultural Values: Cultures, History And Pride”, December 20-21, 2018, Angkor Century Hotel, Siem Reap City, Cambodia.

  • Ong, E.T. (2018). Pedagogical Gaps in Teaching Practices: Implications for Teacher Education. Keynote presented at the “International Conference on Innovations in Teaching and Learning” (ICITL), Virtual University of Pakistan, Lahore, Pakistan, 25-26 June, 2018.

  • Ong, E.T. (2017). Model Pembelajaran Inkuiri Berasaskan Projek: Pedagogi STEM Berasaskan Penyelidikan Untuk Abad Ke-21. Keynote presented at Seminar National, Universitas Sriwijaya (Tema: STEM Untuk Pembelajaran Sains Abad 21), Aula Gedung Serba Guna Pascasarjana Universitas Sriwijaya, 23 September 2017.

  • Ong, E.T. (2017). Integrating STEM Education into Early Childhood Education through
    Project-Based Inquiry Learning.
    Keynote presented at the 4th CAPEU International Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM): Innovations of Human Talents, Universitas Negeri Surabaya, 22-23 May 2017.

  • Ong, E.T. (2016). ESD in Malaysian Early Childhood Education: Integrating STEM Education through Project-Based Inquiry Learning. Keynote presented at the 7th Beijing International Forum on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) & 4th Asia-Pacific Expert Meeting, Beijing, 26-29 October 2016.

  • Ong, E.T. (2016). The use of cooperative learning approach to promote a culture of peace in the multi-ethnic classrooms in Malaysia. Keynote address presented at the 12th International Conference on Southeast Asian Cultural Values (pp.77-83). Phnom Penh, Cambodia: The Royal Academy of Cambodia. (Phnom Penh Hotel, 8-9 December 2016).

  • Ong, E.T. (2012). Malaysian-Based Science Process Skills Inventory: Development, Validation, and Utilisation. Invited paper, presented at TARC Symposium 2012, Innovative Science Education for Students of Diverse Backgrounds: Strategies, Approaches, and Assessment, 27 September 2012, TAR College, Setapak (Wangsa Maju), Kuala Lumpur.

  • Ong, E.T. (2012). Inventori kemahiran proses sains: Pelengkap dan alternatif kepada PEKA (Penilaian Kerja Amali) (Science process skills inventory: Complement and alternative to practical work assessment). Invited speaker, Seminar Kreativiti dan Inovasi dalam Kurikulum (Seminar on Creativity and Innovation in the Curriculum). Tema: Transformasi Kurikulum: Kreativiti Disemai, Inovasi Dituai (Theme: Curriculum Transformation: Creativity Planted, Innovation Harvested), PNB Ilham Resort, Port Dickson, 1-4 October 2012, Bahagian Pengembangan Kurikulum, Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia.

  • Ong, E.T. (2011). Pedagogi Inkuiri Dalam Sains: Apa, Mengapa dan Bagaimana. (Inquiry Pedagogy in Science: What, Why and How). Invited Paper presented at the Seminar Pendidikan Sains dan Matematik Kebangsaan 2011 (National Seminar on Science and Mathematics Education), Pearl Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 31 October – 3 Nov 2011, Curriculum Development Division, Ministry of Education, Malaysia.

  • Ong, E.T. (2010). Constructivism and its implications for innovative science teaching. Keynote address presented at the 8th Sino-Japan Symposium on Using Hands-On Experiments for Education Innovation & the 3rd International Workshop on Innovative Science Teaching. Research Institute for Science Education, Guangxi Normal University, Guilin, China, 16-18 August 2010.

Research

  1. The development and validation of Malaysian-based science process skills inventory.
    FRGS/KPT 05-28-06-08 (Nov 08 –April 30 2011)

  2. The development and validation of a Malaysian-based, primary-school science process skills inventory. FRGS/KPT 2012-0027-107-02 (2 May 2012 – 2 Nov 2014)

  3. HIV/AIDS  Preventive Education: A Step Towards Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
    UNESCO Contract No: FC09-070 (SAP.3240217699) (2009)

  4. Promoting HIV/AIDS Preventive Education Amongst Biology Teachers from MARA Junior Science Colleges. UNESCO Contract No: 4500147236 (2011)

  5. Penguasaan Kemahiran Proses Sains dan Sikap Terhadap Sains dalam Kalangan Pelajar Sekolah Rendah di Song, Sarawak. Lion’s Club.
    Code: 2015-0091-106-15 (2015)

  6. Penghasilan Rancangan Mengajar Sains Berteraskan Kaedah Inkuiri dan Keberkesanannya Terhadap Pencapaian Sains Pelajar Tahun 5.
    (University Special Research Grant. Code: 2016-0125-107-01 (2016/2017)

  7. Socio-Cultural Education Framework for Indigenous People (IP) in Perak.
    University Special Research Grant. Code: 2017-0282-107-01 (2017/2018)

  8. The Effectiveness of 3E-Based Cooperative Learning in Science Teacher Education.
    NRGS Action Research Grant. Code: 2018-0199-106-82 (2018)

  9. Malaysian-Based Research-Validated Module On Inquiry-Based Science Teaching For Primary Schools. FRGS (Ministry of Education Malaysia)
    FRGS/1/2018/SSI09/UPSI/01/3 (1 Jan 2019 – 31 March 2022)

  10. Profiling Science Process Skills and Attitudes towards Science Among Indigenous People in Perak. Rising Star Research Grant (2019/2010).

  11. The effectiveness of cooperative learning via cooperative learning in science teacher education at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris .
    Code: 04-16-43-06.

  12. The use of concept cartoon in eliciting ideas and cartoon module in restructuring students’ ideas: An exploratory study.
    Code: 2011-0082-107-01 (2011/2012)