Ganguli Ariyawansa

Award-winning Lecturer recognized for enhancing student engagement and comprehension through innovative curriculum development and effective use of educational technology at Summerset Campus. Achieved over 90% positive feedback by implementing quality assurance practices and differentiated instruction. Core competencies include research methodology and student counseling, driving academic excellence and operational efficiency. Career goals focus on further enriching educational experiences and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

• CPD-UK Accredited Researcher (In Progress, 2025)Specialization: Technology-Enhanced Feedback Mechanisms in Higher Education
• Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education, University of Colorado Boulder, USA, 2024, 100%
• Children's Human Rights - An Interdisciplinary Introduction, University of Geneva, Switzerland, 2024, 91.94%
• Psychological First Aid, Johns Hopkins University, USA, 2024, 100%
• Innovating with the Business Model Canvas, University of Virginia, USA, 2024, 95%
• Data Science Foundations: Fundamentals, LinkedIn Learning, 2024, 100%
• Generative AI in Learning and Development, LinkedIn Learning, 2024, 100%
• Using Gen AI to Develop Personalized Learning Plans, LinkedIn Learning, 2024
• Generative AI Tools for Productivity and Research, LinkedIn Learning, 2024
• Generative AI: Introduction to Large Language Models, LinkedIn Learning, 2024
• Python for Non-Programmers, LinkedIn Learning, 2024
• Global Tutoring Programme 2022 (Primary) – Third Space Global, Sri Lanka, Specialization: Online Mathematics Tutoring for UK & USA Students
• Advanced & General Qualification 2021 & 2022 – Global High School (GHS) Teacher Training Program (Canada)Specialization: Teaching Strategies for Chemistry & Biology
• Certified Educator – Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals (UK)Specializations: General & Applied Sciences Qualifications, 2021
  Areas Covered: Assessment Planning, Quality Assurance, Assignment Writing, and Teaching Applied Sciences
  

• Tutor Platform Improvement Volunteer – Collaborated with product and engineering teams at Third Space Global (Sri Lanka) & Third Space Learning (UK) to enhance the online tutoring platform.
• Student Mentor – Provided voluntary STEM tutoring and academic support at Nilai University, Malaysia.
• Environmental Initiatives – Participated in environmental cleanup projects at Sepang Gold Coast & Dataran Nilai, Malaysia.
• Academic & Professional Development – Attended global conferences, symposia, and webinars on education, STEM, AI in learning, and intercultural communication.
• Extracurricular Memberships – Member of the International Students’ Club (Nilai University, Malaysia) and Environmental Club & Netball Team (Horizon Campus, Sri Lanka).

• Best Lecturer of the Academic Year 2023/2024 – Awarded by Summerset Campus, Sri Lanka, for excellence in higher education teaching and student engagement.
• Outstanding Tutor Rating (2024) – Received the highest tutor quality rating at Third Space Global, Sri Lanka, for student-centered online instruction.
• Tutor Co-Pilot Project Achievements (2024) – Contributed to an AI-powered tutor evaluation project that won: Innovate UK Grant (UK Research and Innovation) for AI-driven tutoring improvements, Finalist in The Learning Agency’s Tools Competition (USA) for innovation in online tutoring.
• Best Research Award (2021) – Received for co-authored paper on virtual learning adoption, presented at RIPHEN Sustainable Communities Symposium, Malaysia.
• Best Presenter Award (2021) – Won for first-authored paper on antioxidant properties of fruit-infused water, presented at Undergraduate Research Conference, Nilai University, Malaysia.
• Valedictorian, Class of 2021 – Recognized by Nilai University, Malaysia, for outstanding academic achievements.
• Best Student of the School of Applied Sciences, Class of 2021 – Awarded by Nilai University, Malaysia, for highest academic performance.
• Dean’s List Honors (2015-2020) – Awarded by Nilai University & Horizon Campus for consistently high academic performance.
• Gold Medalist (Diploma in Biotechnology, 2015-2018) – Achieved the highest CGPA (3.95/4.00) at Horizon Campus, Sri Lanka.
• Scholarship Achievements – Awarded Progression Scholarship 2019-2021 (Nilai University, Malaysia) and Merit Scholarship 2008-2015 (Musaeus College, Sri Lanka) for academic excellence.

• Antioxidant Properties of Fruit-Infused Water – https://journals.aijr.org/index.php/ajgr/article/view/3918/400
• Adoption of Virtual Learning in Higher Education – https://journal.msu.edu.my/books/RIPHEN-Proceeding-Book/
• Undergraduate Research Conference 2021 (URC 2021) Paper – http://crc.nilai.edu.my/URC2021/images/docs/ID_1.pdf

• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ng Shee Ping, Head, School of Applied Sciences, Nilai University, Malaysia, +60 19-323 0432, spng@nilai.edu.my
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Evyan Yang Chia Yan, Head, Centre for Research and Postgraduate Studies, Nilai University, Malaysia, +60 12-655 9285, evyanyang@nilai.edu.my
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. R. Rahini (retired), School of Applied Sciences, Nilai University, Malaysia, +60 11-2328 9043, rahinivelayuthamrv@gmail.com