Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) continues to strengthen its presence in the global education community, with 24 academic staff members recognised as Microsoft Elevate Educator Experts for 2026/2027, up from 17 recipients in the previous year.

1. Ts Dr Nurzati Iwani Othman (Assistant Professor, School of Technology at APU)
2. Dr Seyedmostafa Safavi (Assistant Professor, School of Technology at APU)
3. Ts Rina Azlin Razali (Senior Lecturer, School of Technology at APU)
4. Mr Shahab Alizadeh (Senior Lecturer, School of Technology at APU)
5. Ts Jerry Chong Chean Fuh (Senior Lecturer, School of Technology at APU)
6. Ms Nurul Ainaa Muhamad Shaari (Lecturer, School of Technology at APU)
7. Ts Derrick Chow Kam Yuen (Lecturer, School of Technology at APU)
8. Ts Mohammad Namazee Mohd Nizam (Lecturer, School of Technology at APU)  
    

9. Dr Wong Kuan Wai (Assistant Professor, School of Computing at APU)
10. Dr Lai Ngan Kuen (Senior Lecturer, School of Computing at APU)
11. Ts T Tulasi Sathyabama Appalasamy (Senior Lecturer, School of Computing at APU)
12. Dr Mohamad Firdaus Che Abdul Rani (Senior Lecturer, School of Computing at APU)
13. Mr Wong Chung Wei (Senior Lecturer, School of Computing at APU)
14. Mr Matthew Wee Ann Poh (Lecturer, School of Computing at APU)
15. Dr Fumiko Konno (Lecturer and Senior Digital Learning Designer, Digital Learning Hub at APU)
16. Ms Analisa Hamdan (Lecturer and Digital Learning Designer, Digital Learning Hub at APU)
     

17. Ms Pavithra Muniandy (Senior Lecturer, School of Psychology at APU)
18. Ms Raihan Munira Moh Sani (Lecturer, School of Psychology at APU)
19. Mr Tan Wei Yu (Lecturer, School of Psychology at APU)
20. Ts Aiman Al Fahmi Abdul Kashaf (Lecturer, School of Architecture and Built Environment at APU)
21. Mr Edwin Pio Rufus Samiraj (Senior Lecturer, School of Media, Arts, and Design at APU)
22. Ts Stefanie Quah Li Jin (Lecturer, School of Media, Arts, and Design at APU)
23. Ms Cynthia Mala Paul Dorairaj (Lecturer, School of Business at APU)
24. Dr Sireesha Prathi Gadapa (Senior Lecturer, School of Mathematics, Actuarial, and Quantitative Studies at APU)
     

Formerly known as the Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert programme, the Microsoft Elevate Educator Expert recognition forms part of Microsoft’s broader Elevate for Educators initiative. 

The programme connects educators with a global community, professional development opportunities, and resources to support innovative teaching practices and the integration of emerging technologies into education. 

The programme also supports educators in developing their skills and adapting their teaching practices to meet the evolving needs of learners. 

For APU’s educators, the recognition reflects their contributions to fostering a learning environment that embraces innovation and responds to the evolving needs of students; reinforcing the university’s commitment to strengthening teaching practices and encouraging academic excellence. 

As the community of Microsoft Elevate Educator Experts grows, APU remains committed to encouraging academic staff to explore new teaching approaches, share knowledge, and create engaging learning experiences that support students’ academic development and future aspirations.