Rozhan Hj Bin Mohammed Idrus
Dr. Rozhan Hj Bin Mohammed Idrus


Associate Prof. Dr. Rozhan bin Mohammed Idrus was born on the Island of Penang in 1959 and is now married with 5 children. He hold a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Pure Physics and a Ph.D in Solid State Physics, both from the University of Salford in the United Kingdom.

Dr Rozhan commenced employment in 1986 at the School of Distance Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia in Penang, Malaysia and was promoted to the post of an Associate Professor in 1994 and has held the posts of Deputy Director (Productions) (1993-1996) and the Chairman of the Remedial Sciences Programme (1987-1991).

FURTHER TRAINING COURSES

Environment Management System ISO 14001 (EMS) [UPM, UNEP & DANCED] - 1999

Workshop on Quality Assurance in Distance Education (Organised by USM and COL), Berjaya Georgetown Hotel, Penang, MALAYSIA, 8 - 10 September, 1999

Production of Multimedia Distance Learning Materials (Computer Base Instructions and Training Services, Universiti Sains Malaysia) - 1998

Internal Audit ISO 9000 Course (Quality Bureau & Human Resource Unit, Universiti Sains Malaysia) May 27-28, 1998

Workshop on Using Communications Networks in Supporting Distance Education Students and Tutors (MARA Institute of Technology, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) November 11-12, 1997

Distance Education Technology Workshop - Audio/Audio-graphics and Video Conferencing (Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia) January 20, 1996

Planning & Management in Distance Education (International Extension College & London University, U.K.) June 12- July 7, 1995

Performance Management (Universiti Sains Malaysia) & Total Quality Management (Universiti Sains Malaysia) - 1995

Training for Trainers in Total Quality Management (Universiti Sains Malaysia & The Public Administration Institute of Malaysia) - 1994

Technical Training in Instructional Design (Open Learning Agency, Vancouver, Canada) at The Open Learning Institute, Richmond, British Columbia, Canada under The Open Learning Institute International Training and Development Office - July 3- August 29, 1987

Module Writing Course - Murdoch University, Perth, Western Australia 6150, Australia under The Australian Universities International Developmental Programme - 1986

AFFILIATIONS

International Organization for Science and Technology Education (IOSTE) - Member
International Congress of University Adult Education - Member
The Malaysian Educational Technology Association - Committee Member
The Malaysian Solid State Science and Technology Society - Life Member
The Electron Microscopy Society, Malaysia - Life member

PUBLICATIONS

Books/Chapter in a Book
Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (2001). Student Support Services in Distance Education (In Malay). In Hanafi Atan, Ab.Rasid Mat Zin & Zuraidah Abdul Rahman (Eds.). Learning Skills and Strategies in Distance Education (In Malay), Yusran Publishing House, Chapter 3, pp. 43-57 [ISBN 983-40666-1-9]

Mohd Arif Ismail, Rosnaini Mahmud, Yusup Hashim & Rozhan Mohammed Idrus, Editors (2001). Diversity in Instructional Technologies - Issues & Challenges (In Malay), Malaysian Educational Technology Association (META) Publishers [ISBN 983-2446-10-4]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (2001). Elements of Distance Learning in Full-Time Study - A Proposal for Institutions of Higher Education (In Malay). In Mohd Arif Ismail, Rosnaini Mahmud, Yusup Hashim and Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (Eds.). Diversity in Instructional Technologies - Issues & Challenges (In Malay). Malaysian Educational Technology Association (META) Publishers, pp. 258-265 [ISBN 983-2446-10-4]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (2000) Wireless Classroom: The Next Step in Learning Facilitation. In Razmah Man and Yusup Hashim (eds) Potential and Challenges in Electronic and Virtual Learning [In Malay]. Malaysian Educational Technology Soc. Publishers, pp.139-143 [ISBN 983-2063-03-5]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus and Habibah Hj Lateh (2000) Elements of Pedagogy in Online Learning: Preliminary Perceptions. In Razmah Man and Yusup Hashim (eds) Potential and Challenges in Electronic and Virtual Learning [In Malay]. Malaysian Educational Technology Soc. Publishers pp. 231-236 [ISBN 983-2063-03-5]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus and Habibah Hj Lateh (2000) Virtual Multimedia via Online Education in Distance Learning at the Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. In Ow Yong Kean Guan (ed) International Conference and Exhibition on Education Super Highway 1999. SEAMEO RECSAM, pp. 148-153 [ISBN 967-930-008-0]

K. G. Saw, Rozhan M. Idrus and K. Ibrahim (1999) Amorphous Carbon Thin Film by D.C. Magnetron Sputtering. In Sahbudin Shaari and Burhanuddin Yeop Majlis (eds) 1999 IEEE National Symposium on Microelectronics - Proceedings. IEEE Malaysia Section Publishers, pp. 290-292 [ISBN 983-99335-1-5]

Rozhan M. Idrus and Mohd Nain Awang (1999) Perkakasan Pendidikan Telah Bertambah..Tugas Guru Lebih Mencabar [In Malay]. 11th Educational Technology Convention Proceedings. Malaysian Educational Technology Society, First Edition, pp. 20-27 [ISBN 983-2099-04-8]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (1999) Maintaining Separation in Space and Time in Distance Education. In Rozhan Mohammed Idrus, Yusup Hashim and Md Noor Saleh (eds) Information Technology in Distance and Open Learning. Universiti Sains Malaysia Press, pp 129-136 [ISBN 983-861-194-8]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus, Yusup Hashim and Md Noor Saleh, Editors (1999) Information Technology in Distance and Open Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia Press [ISBN 983-861-194-8]

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (1999) Learning Support System in Distance Education [In Malay], First Edition, Utusan Publications & Distributors Sdn.Bhd. [ISBN 967-61-1001-9]

Rozhan M. Idrus and Hanafi Atan (1997) The Educational Transition Characteristics of Distance Learners at University Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. In Evans T, Jacupec V & Thompson D (eds) Research in Distance Education 4. Deakin University Press, Geelong. pp 94-101 (Chapter 9) [ISBN 0-9498-2367-8]

Rozhan M. Idrus (1997) Distance Learning Strategies in Human Resources Development. Educational Technology 2000: A Global Vision for Open and Distance Learning. The Commonwealth of Learning, Vancouver, British Columbia, pp 223-229 [ISBN 1-895369-56-8]

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J.Grundy (1994) The crystallization of CoZr amorphous alloys via electrical resistivity. In B.V.R. Chowdari, M. Yahaya, I.B. Talib and M.M. Salleh (eds) Solid State Ionic Materials, World Scientific Publishing Co.Pte.Ltd. pp 235-239 [ISBN 981-02-1861-3]

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J.Grundy (1994) The crystallization of Ni100-xZrx amorphous alloys via thermal activation. In Azmi Rahmat et.al. (eds) International Conference on Recent Advances in Materials and Mineral Resources, Universiti Sains Malaysia, pp141-146 [ISBN 938-9700-24-3]

Rozhan M. Idrus, Ibrahim H. Jaafar and Ahmad H. Zakaria (1989) Advancement in the delivery of distance education courses in Malaysia. In Staff of Mathematics and Science Centre, Ngee Ann Polytechnic (eds) Proceedings of the Conference on New Tool and Devices in Education. Ngee Ann Polytechnic (Grace Communications Printers), pp 110-119 [ISBN 981-00-1573-9]

Rozhan M. Idrus (1989) Learning University Physics at a distance. In B.C. Tan and I. J. Rasiah (eds) Proceedings of the National Physics Symposium 88. The Malaysian Institute of Physics, pp 178-192 [ISBN 983-99624-0-X]

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ibrahim Hj Jaafar. Usage of technological equipment in the teaching and learning via distance education at USM. Forum 1 - Papers from the 2nd Convention on Educational Technology 1990. pp.53 - 63, 1993. eds: Naim Hj Ahmad [In Malay]

Rozhan M. Idrus. A guide to writing a laboratory manual. Centre for Off-Campus Studies, First edition, 1987. Publisher: Universiti Sains Malaysia.

Rozhan M. Idrus. Learning techniques for off-campus students. Centre for Off-Campus Studies, First edition, 1987. Publisher: Universiti Sains Malaysia [In Malay]

Refereed & Edited

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (2001) Educational Transition Characteristics of Distance Education Students in Higher Education in Malaysia. DE Network, Vol.1, No.1, pp. 4-5

Hanafi Atan, Zuraidah Abdul Rahman, Nazirah Ahmad Azli & Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (2001) Effectiveness of the Electronic Writing Board in the Teaching of Biology via
Distance Education ( In Malay). Malaysian Journal of Educational Technology, Vol.1, No.1, pp. 47-59

Rozhan Mohammed Idrus & Habibah Hj Lateh (2000) Online Distance Education at the
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia: Preliminary Perceptions. Educational Media
International, Vol.37, No.3, pp.197-201

Saw Kim Guan, Rozhan M.Idrus & Kamarulazizi Ibrahim (2000) Diamond-Like Amorphous Carbon Thin Films by d.c. Magnetron Sputtering. Journal of Materials Science Letters, Vol.19, No. 9, pp. 735-737.

Saw Kim Guan, Mohd Nain Awang, Rozhan Mohammed Idrus, Hanafi Atan, Nazirah
Ahmad Azli, Ibrahim Jaafar, Zuraidah Abdul Rahman and Zainal Abdul Latiff (1999)
Transition in Perceptions: Key Elements in the Facilitation of Distance Education. Malaysian Journal of Distance Education, Vol.1, No.1, pp 17-26

Ahmad Mohamad, Rozhan Mohammed Idrus and Abdul Rahman Othman (1999) Course
Delivery in Distance Education: Use of Supplementary Video Programmes. Malaysian
Journal of Distance Education, Vol.1, No.1, pp 27-34

Hanafi Atan and Rozhan Mohammed Idrus (1999) Audiographics Teletutorial in
Distance Education Versus Face-to-Face Learning in Physics. Malaysian Journal of Distance Education, Vol.1, No.1, pp 35-43

Saw Kim Guan, Mohd Nain Awang, Rozhan Mohammed Idrus, Hanafi Atan,
Nazirah Ahmad Azli, Ibrahim Jaafar, Zuraidah Abdul Rahman and Zainal Abdul Latiff
(1999) Educational Transition of East Malaysian Distance Learners, Open Learning, Vol. 14, No.3, pp 24-36

Rozhan M. Idrus and M.Nain Awang (1999) Optimizing Effectiveness of Teaching-Learning via Multimedia in Distance Education [In Malay]. To be published in Jurnal Pendidikan UKM, Vol. 23

Saw Kim Guan and Rozhan M. Idrus (1997) Post-Fordist Distance Education and Transformative Learning. International Journal of University Adult Education. Vol. XXXVI, No. 2, pp 22-35,

Rozhan M. Idrus (1997) System Administration Mismatch in Implementing Quality Assurance in a Dual-Mode Distance Education Institution. In Chew Poh Chooi, Angeline Francis, Siew Kam Sum & Amelia Abd.Aziz (eds) Proceedings of the 11th Asian Association of Open Universities Annual Conference, Vol.2, pp 247 - 252

Rozhan M. Idrus (1996) Access to the Education of Adults via Distance Education. International Journal of University Adult Education. Vol. 35, No.3, pp 21-38

Rozhan M. Idrus and Hanafi Atan (1995) The Educational Transition Characteristics of Science Based Students in the Distance Education Programme at the University Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. In Sechrest, T, Thomas, M & Estes N (eds) The Twelfth International Conference on Technology and Education, Vol.1, pp 236-238

Rozhan M. Idrus (1994) Role of the Teacher during Teleconferencing. In Thomas, M, Sechrest, T & Estes, N (eds) The Eleventh International Conference on Technology and Education, Vol.2, pp 1265-1267

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1994) The crystallization of thin Ni-Zr alloys observed in the diffraction mode of an electron microscope. J. Phys. D: Appl. Phys. 27: 129 -132

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1993) Crystallization temperatures of thin Co-Zr amorphous alloy films from electron diffraction. Z. Phys. B. 92: No. 1, 17 -19

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Collaborative learning through teletutorials. British Journal of Educational Technology. Vol.24, No. 3, 179 - 184

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1993) Crystallization characteristics of amorphous alloys of Fe-Zr. Solid State Science and Technology. Vol. 1 No. 1, 28 - 40

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1993) Crystallization of thin Fe-Zr alloys. J. Mat. Sci. Letts. 12: 509 - 510

Rozhan M. Idrus (1992) Technological innovations towards adult self-directed learning in the Off-Campus Academic Programme at the Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. International Council for Distance Education Bulletin. Vol. 28, pp 48-54

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ab. Rasid Mat Zin. (1992) Adult learners in distance education at the Centre for Off-Campus Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. International Journal of University Adult Education. Vol. 31, No. 1, pp 51-62

Rozhan M. Idrus (1992) Enhancing teletutorials via collaborative learning - The Malaysian experience. DEOS News. Vol. 2, No. 14

Rozhan M. Idrus (1992) Learning techniques of physics students. National Physics Conference, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 24 October, Eds. Ithnin Abdul Jalil.

Rozhan M. Idrus and Hanafi Atan (1992) Effectiveness of the audio-graphics teletutorial as a delivery system for an undergraduate Physics course in distance learning. National Physics Conference, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, 24 October. Eds. Ithnin Abdul Jalil.

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1991) Characterization of sputter deposited amorphous alloys. Jurnal Fizik Mal. Vol. 12, No. 3, pp 57-59

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1991) Resistivity of sputtered Ni-Zr thin films. Bulletin Fizik UTM. Vol. 4, No. 3, pp 14-18 (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J Grundy (1991) Crystallization of Fe-Zr alloys in the range Fe91Zr9 to Fe11Zr89. Proceedings of the International Workshop on Solid State Materials. In A. Daud, M. Rasat and S. Radhakrishna (eds) The Institute for Advanced Studies, Universiti Malaya.

Rozhan M. Idrus, Ahmad Hj. Mohamad and M. Zaini Omar (1991) Utilization of advanced educational technology for rural development. Proceedings of the 3rd. Asian Conference on Technology for Rural Development , In M. Mohinder Singh, Soon Ting Kueh, S. Radhakrishna and Yap Thoo Chai. (eds) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 12 - 14 August.

Rozhan M. Idrus and P.J. Grundy (1986) Crystallization of Co-Zr amorphous alloys in the range Co9Zr91 to Co21Zr79. J. Phys. D: Appl. Phys. 19, pp 1245 -1255

Non-Print:
Radio Broadcasts:
Rozhan M. Idrus - The Concept of a 24-hour Study Centre. 12 December 1999 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Ab.Rasid Mat Zin and Rozhan M. Idrus - Distance Education Systems (Sistem Pendidikan Jarak Jauh). 14 March 1999 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Examination Myths (Dongengan Peperiksaan). 8 February 1998 (In
Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Educational Transition of Distance Learners. 6 July 1997 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M.Idrus - Physics in Everyday Life - Concept of Pressure. 17 October 1993 (In
Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Concept of the wave. 23 May 1993 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen
Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, PenanMalaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Introduction to Foundation Sciences. 24 June 1990 (In Malay).
Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Lets think Physics. 26 September 1988 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Motion. 7 December 1987 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen
Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Rozhan M. Idrus - Reflection of waves. 13 October 1986 (In Malay). Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) Studios, Burma Road, Penang, Malaysia

Video Production
Rozhan M. Idrus - Electromagnetic Induction. Producers: R.Karthigesu and Rozhan M.
Idrus, Educational Technology Unit, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 41 min. - PAL/VHS, October 1988 (In Malay)

Papers/posters presented at conferences, symposia, workshops
Papers:
Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Modular Instruction in Distance Education. Workshop on Writing Modular Instruction - Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organisation (SEAMEO), Regional Centre for Education in Science and Mathematics (RECSAM), Penang, MALAYSIA, 11 December

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Strategising Distance Education Towards Global Learning. Islamic Business Workshop 2000, Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 18 November

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Influence of ICT Towards a New Global Muslim Order. The 4th International Islamic Political Economy Conference: Asia-Europe Muslim Partnership, Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 15-17 November

Rozhan M Idrus, Nazirah Ahmad Azli, H.Atan, I. Jaafar, Z. Abdul Rahman, Z.A.Latiff, Saw, K.G. and M.N. Awang (2000) Educational Transition Characteristics of Female Distance Learners. International Forum on Women and ICT - Women in the New ICT Era: Challenges and Opportunities, Crown Princess Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 23-24 October

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Distributed Learning: A Higher Education Strategy in Teaching and Learning. National Conference on Teaching and Learning in Higher Education - Teaching and Learning in Higher Education: Development and Prospects, Holiday Villa, Alor Setar, Kedah, MALAYSIA, 9-10 October.

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Wireless Classroom: The Next Step in Learning Facilitation. 13th National Educational Technology Convemtion, Hillcity Hotel, Ipoh, Perak, MALAYSIA, 19-21 September

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) The Promise of e-Learning. PETRONAS IT Conference 2000 - Achieving New Business Dimensions Through IT, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 24 August

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Pedagogical Issues in e-Learning. Malaysia International Conference & Exhibition on Electronic Learning (e-Learning 2000), Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 25-28 May

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Use of the 'Association Test' in Teaching and LearningEvaluation. Seminar for Staff Development - Sungai Gelugor Primary School, Penang, MALAYSIA, 8 May

Rozhan M.Idrus and Habibah Hj Lateh (1999) Virtual Multimedia via Online Education in Distance Learning at the Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. International Conference & Exhibition on Education Superhighway, SEAMEO-RECSAM, Penang, MALAYSIA, 30 Nov-2 Dec

Rozhan M. Idrus (1999) Sputter Theory. Short Course on Sputtering Technology, School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 2 November

Rozhan M. Idrus (1999) Sputtering Yield. Short Course on Sputtering Technology, School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 2 November

Rozhan M. Idrus (1999) Distance Learning Strategies for HR Training & Development in SMEs. International Conference on Small and Medium Enterprises at New Crossroads, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 28-30 September

Rozhan M. Idrus and Juhary Hj Ali (1999) Distance Learning Technologies for Mass Education: Back to the Basics with Information Technology. The Sixth International Literacy and Educational Research Network (LERN) Conference, Bayview Beach Resort, Batu Ferringhi, Penang, MALAYSIA, 27-30 September

Nazirah Ahmad Azli, Rozhan M. Idrus, H. Atan, I. Jaafar, Z. Abdul Rahman, Z. A. Latiff, Saw, K. G. and M. N. Awang (1999) The Educational Transition Characteristics of Female Distance Learners at USM, Malaysia. The Sixth International Literacy and Educational Research Network (LERN) Conference, Bayview Beach Resort, Batu Ferringhi, Penang, MALAYSIA, 27-30 September

Saw Kim Guan, Rozhan M, Idrus and Kamarulazizi Ibrahim (1999) Amorphous Carbon Thin Film by D.C. Magnetron Sputtering. 1999 National Symposium on Microelectronics, The Pan Pacific Resort, Pangkor, MALAYSIA, 6-7 September

Rozhan M.Idrus, Nazirah Ahmad Azli, , H.Atan, I. Jaafar, Z. Abdul Rahman, Z. A. Latiff, Saw, K. G. and M. N. Awang (1999) Educational Transition Characteristics of Distance Education Students in Higher Education in Malaysia. Workshop on the Achievement of IRPA RM-7 Research at USM, Hotel City Bayview, Kuah, Langkawi, MALAYSIA, 31 Aug.-3 Sept.

Rozhan M. Idrus et.al (1998) The Educational Transition Characteristics of Distance Learners at USM, Malaysia. Malaysian Science & Technology Congress 1998 (MSTS 98), Primula Parkroyal, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, MALAYSIA, 7 - 9 November

K. G. Saw, K. Ibrahim , Rozhan M.Idrus and B.C.Ee (1998) Optical and Electrical Properties of Sputtered Zinc Oxide Thin Films. Malaysian Science & Technology Congress 1998 (MSTC 98), Hyatt Regency, Johor Bharu, Johor, MALAYSIA, 30-31 October

Rozhan M. Idrus and M.Nain Awang (1998) Perkakasan Pendidikan telah bertambah….Tugas Guru lebih Mencabar. Konvensyen Persatuan Teknologi Pendidikan Malaysia [PTPM] ke XI, Perdana Resort, Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Kota Bharu, Kelantan, MALAYSIA. 5 - 6 September [In Malay]

Rozhan M. Idrus (1998) Sputter Theory. Short Course on Sputtering Technology, School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 25 August

Rozhan M. Idrus (1998) Sputtering Yield. Short Course on Sputtering Technology, School of Physics, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 26 August

Rozhan M. Idrus (1997) Maintaining Separation in Space and Time in Distance Education. International Conference on Distance and Open Learning, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 27 February - 1 March

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ahmad Hj Mohamad (1996) Assuring Quality in Delivery Technologies in Open and Distance Learning - USM Experience. The 8th International Conference of The Commonwealth Council for Educational Administration (CCEA), Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 19 - 24 August

Rozhan M. Idrus (1996) Sistem Pentadbiran Pusat Perlu Berubah Seiring dengan Proses Penambahbaikan Operasi di PPJJ [In Malay], Quality Convention, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 15- 16 October

Rozhan M. Idrus and Hanafi Atan (1996) The Educational Transition Characteristics of Arts Based Students in the Distance Education Programme at USM, Malaysia. ASPBAE-SACE Conference '96, Traders Hotel, Singapore, 27 - 29 November

Hanafi Atan and Rozhan M. Idrus (1996) Perbandingan Persepsi Pelajar Terhadap Teletutorial Audio-Grafik dengan Tutorial Bersemuka dalam penyampaian Kursus Fizik secara Jarak Jauh [In Malay], National Physics Conference (PERFIK '96), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 2- 3 December

Rozhan M Idrus and Hanafi Atan (1995) The Educational Transition Characteristics of Science Based Students in the Distance Education Programme at the Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. The Twelfth International Conference on Technology and Education, Hyatt Orlando Hotel, Orlando, Florida, U.S.A. 28 February - 3 March

Rozhan M. Idrus (1995) The Crystallization of Thin Amorphous Alloys via Electron Microscopy. The Fifth Scientific Conference of the Electron Microscopy Society Malaysia, Rubber Research Institute Malaysia, Sungai Buloh, Selangor, MALAYSIA. 13-14 November

Rozhan M Idrus (1994) Role of the Teacher During Teleconferencing. The Eleventh International Conference on Technology and Education, The Institute of Education, University of London, London, England, U.K. 27-30 March

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) The Print Media. National Seminar on Distance Education, University Conference Hall, Universiti Sains Malaysia, MALAYSIA. 16 - 17 December [In Malay]

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) On the Crystallization of Co91Zr9 Thin Amorphous Alloy. Third Scientific Electron Microscopy Conference, Hotel Novotel, Penang, MALAYSIA. 19 - 21 November

Rozhan M. Idrus and M. Isa Othman (1993) Continuing Education - Choice or Necessary Alternative for the Future. Conference on Education commemorating 30 years of the Education Faculty of Universiti Malaya, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA. 2 - 4 November

Rozhan M. Idrus, Ahmad Hj Mohamad and Md.Noor Saleh (1993) Pre-University science courses by distance learning - A choice to the adult community. Conference on Education commemorating 30 years of the Education Faculty of Universiti Malaya, Universiti `Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA. 2 - 4 November (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Principles of instructional design. Course on the Production of Media in Distance Learning. MARA Training Institute, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 18 - 19 October (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus and Hanafi Atan (1993) The educational transition characteristics of pre-tertiary distance education students. National Physics Conference, Universiti Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. 10 - 11 September

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Learning objectives. Workshop on Writing for Self
Instructional Teaching. Bukit Jambul Country Club, Penang, Malaysia. 23 - 24 August (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) In text (self) assessment questions. Workshop on the Writing for Self-Learning. Malaysian Institute of Bankers, Kuala Lumpur. 20 - 21 July

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Principles of Instructional Design. Workshop on the Writing for Self-Learning. Malaysian Institute of Bankers, Kuala Lumpur. 20 - 21 July

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Writing learning objectives. Workshop on the Writing for Self-Learning. Malaysian Institute of Bankers, Kuala Lumpur. 20 - 21 July

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Course team approach. Workshop on the Preparation of Study Materials in Distance Education. University Conference Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 22 - 26 June (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Principles of instructional design- An overview. Workshop on
the Preparation of Study Materials in Distance Education. University Conference Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 22 - 26 June (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus (1993) Access to the education of adults via distance education. International Symposium on Adult Education, Shenyang, China. 7 - 11 June

Rozhan M. Idrus (1991) Teaching via teleconferencing - Delivery skills. Regional Seminar on Teacher Education. Penang, Malaysia. 18 - 20 November

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ahmad Hj. Mohamad (1991) Self directed learning - From concept to application in teacher education. Regional Seminar on Teacher Education. Penang, Malaysia. 18 - 20 November

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ahmad Hj. Mohamad (1991) Inculcating self -directed learning - The role of the student, teacher and technology. 3rd National Seminar on Educational Technology, Malacca, Malaysia. 5 - 7 July (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus (1991) Course delivery by teleconferencing media. Workshop on the effectiveness of audio teleconference and the electronic writing board. Universiti Sains Malaysia, 20 - 21 May (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus (1990) Constructing a Module. Seminar on the Exposure to Distance Education Systems, Centre for Off-Campus Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 16 October (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ibrahim Hj Jaafar (1989) Audio teleconferencing at the Centre for Off-Campus Studies, USM - A first in Malaysia. Sixth World Conference on Cooperative Education, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. 28 August - 1 September

Rozhan M. Idrus and M. Isa Othman (1988) An effective module writing technique. National Seminar on Continuing Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 24 - 26 August (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus and M.Isa Othman (1988) Active learning writing style for self-instructional text. National Seminar on Continuing Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 24 - 26 August (In Malay)

Rozhan M. Idrus and Ibrahim Hj Jaafar (1988) Delivery methods in continuing education from the print-media orientation. National Seminar on Continuing Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 24 - 26 August (In Malay)

Posters
Rozhan M. Idrus, Ahmad Hj. Mohamad and Zainal Latiff (1991) Adult self-directed learning support services in distance education at Universiti Sains Malaysia. 5th International Symposium on Self-Directed Learning. Norman, Oklahoma, USA. 24 - 26 Feb.

4. Invitation ( Panels/Papers/Lectures/Conferences) (From 1997)

Rozhan M Idrus (2001) Plenary Speaker. The International 7th Symposium on Open and Distance Learning, 12-14 November 2001, Yogyakarta, Indonesia.

Rozhan M Idrus (2001) Invited Speaker. Redesigning the Learning Environment. Workshop on Developing Effective Online Delivery System for Institutions of Higher Learning. Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam, Selangor, MALAYSIA, 24-25 October

Rozhan M Idrus (2001) Featured Speaker. Towards a Comprehensive Learning Environment in ICT era via Distributed Learning. The International Education Conference (IEC2001)-Reflections, Visions and Dreams of Practice. The Petaling Jaya Hilton, Petaling Jaya, MALAYSIA, 27-28 August

Rozhan M Idrus (2001) Keynote Speaker. Pedagogical Issues In Information & communication Technology (ICT) Applications. The International Conference on Millennium Dawn in Training and Continuing Education - MDTCE 2001, Holiday Inn Bahrain, BAHRAIN, 24-26 April

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Invited Speaker. Influence of ICT Towards a New Global Muslim Order. The 4th International Islamic Political Economy Conference: Asia-Europe Muslim Partnership, Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 15-17 November

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Invited Speaker. Strategising Distance Education Towards Global Learning. Islamic Business Workshop 2000, Islamic Arts Museum, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 18 November

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Invited Speaker. Educational Transition Characteristics of Female Distance Learners. International Forum on Women and ICT - Women in the New ICT Era: Challenges and Opportunities, Crown Princess Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 23-24 October

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Invited Speaker. The Promise of e-Learning. PETRONAS IT Conference 2000 - Achieving New Business Dimensions Through IT, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 24 August

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Invited Speaker. Pedagogical Issues in e-Learning. Malaysia International Conference & Exhibition on Electronic Learning (e-Learning 2000), Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 25-28 May

Rozhan M Idrus (2000) Invited Speaker. Use of the 'Association Test' in Teaching and Learning Evaluation. Seminar for Staff Development - Sungai Gelugor Primary School, Penang, MALAYSIA, 8 May

Rozhan M.Idrus (2000) Invited Panelist. Training and Learning Technologies in the New Millennium, Holiday Villa Subang, Subang Jaya, Malaysia. Organised by Petronas PERMATA, HR Strategic Consulting and The Malaysian Society for Training and Development (MSTD), 22-23 February

Rozhan M.Idrus (1999) Invited Speaker. Learning Techniques in Physics. Workshop on Learning Techniques for Matriculation Students, Matriculation Centre, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, MALAYSIA, 4 October

Rozhan M. Idrus (1997) Invited Speaker. Distance Learning Technologies: In Search of the Promised Networking. South-East Asia Communications Conference SEACOMM 1997, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA, 23 - 25 October

EDITORIAL ACTIVITIES

2002-present - Editorial Board, The Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education-TOJDE, Anadolu University, Eskisehir, Turkey.

2001-present - Advisory Board, DE Network. An Internationally refereed Research Bulletin of the School of Distance Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia

2001-present - Chief Editor, Malaysian Journal of Educational Technology. An Internationally refereed publication of the Malaysian Educational Technology Association.

2000-present - Chief Editor, Malaysian Journal of Distance Education. An Internationally refereed publication of the School of Distance Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penang, Malaysia.

2000 - Editor - MicroSoM - Bulletin of the Electron Microscopy Society of Malaysia,

1997 - 1998 - Editor - MicroSoM - Bulletin of the Electron Microscopy Society of Malaysia

1995 - Editorial Board - Journal of Solid State Science and Technology

1995 -Technical Editor - Solid State Science and Technology, Volume 3, No.1, 1995 - The Malaysian Solid State Science and Technology Society

CONSULTATIONS

2000 - Visiting Scientist - CARE Bangladesh, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh - The use of Distance Learning Strategies in Farmer Training in the LIFT and SHABGE Projects. 7-8 March

1997 - Appointed In-Country Researcher for the Commonwealth of Learning under The British Overseas Development Administration entitled 'Diffusion of Appropriate Educational Technology in Open and Distance Learning in Developing Countries

2000 - Workshop on Writing Modular Instruction - Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organisation (SEAMEO), Regional Centre for Education in Science and Mathematics (RECSAM), Penang, MALAYSIA, 11 December

1998 - Module Writing for Technicians - Central Technical Facilities, Universiti Sains Malaysia - Consultant & Presenter,

1997 - Worshop on Module Writing, Prime City Hotel, Kluang, Johor, MALAYSIA for S.P.A.C.E. - Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 20 - 23 July

1996 - Workshop on Module Writing, School of Education, USM, Penang, MALAYSIA, 13 January

1995 - CELCOM & Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah Politechnic, Modul Writing Workshop. 16-18 May, - Course coordinator and presenter

1993 - Course on the Preparation of Media in Distance Learning, 25 - 27 October, Centre for Off-Campus Studies, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia - Course coordinator

1993 - MARA, Malaysia. Course on the Production of Media in Distance Learning. 18 - 19 October, - Course coordinator and presenter

1993 - Workshop on Writing for Self-Instructional Teaching, 23 - 24 August, Bukit Jambul Country Club, Penang, Malaysia (Workshop coordinator and Presenter)

1993 - Malaysian Institute of Bankers, Workshop on the Writing for Self-Learning. 20 - 21 July, - Course coordinator and presenter

1993 - MARA Institute of Technology, Malaysia. Workshop on the Preparation of Study Materials in Distance Education, 22 - 26 June - Course coordinator and presenter

FELLOWSHIPS, SCHOLARSHIPS, AWARDS AND GRANTS

2000 - CARE Bangladesh 7-8 March - Visiting Scientist (Examine the use of Distance Learning Strategies in Farmer Training)

1996-1999 - The Ministry of Science, Technology and the Environment - Seventh Malaysia Plan Intensification of Research in Priority Areas Grant - Research in Distance Education (Social Sector) - (RM 122,000) - Research Leader

1996 - Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship- Kyoto University (Integrated Engineering)

1995, 1996, 1998 - Dean's Award for Service Excellence - (The School of Distance Education, Universiti Sains Malaysia)

1991-1995 - Malaysian Government Research & Development Grants (Sixth Malaysia Plan) - Group Member

1988 - Universiti Sains Malaysia R & D Video Production, December (RM233, 000.00) - Group Member

1987-1990 - Universiti Sains Malaysia Short Term Grant - Research in Distance Education - Performance of Physics Distance Learning Students. (RM2400.00) - Research Leader

Contact Address

Associate Professor Dr Rozhan M Idrus
School of Distance Education Universiti Sains Malaysia 11800 USM, Penang, MALAYSIA
Tel: 6-04-860 2314, Fax:6-04-657 6000
E-mail:
rozhan@usm.my
rozhanidrus@yahoo.com