Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Skills Competencies
References
Training
Community Service
Publications Achievements
Consultancy Training Research
Languages
Timeline
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Jenny Maganran Goh

Summary

I believe in embracing my best moments, and I aspire to help others create theirs. I see each person as an individual, capable of driving and realising his dreams, and not as a number or label. As a writer, editor, lecturer and counsellor, I seek to meet students where they are, and design an experience that enables them to thrive, and to be their best. Personally, real education begins with the heart. It is about investing my life in the life of another, leaving imprints that will translate into their personal milestones. Each day, as the last hue of the magical sunset fades away, I smile at the thought that I have made someone’s path lighter, lifted someone higher, and steered someone closer to his dreams. When tomorrow comes, I will rise higher, dream bigger, and love beyond.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Director, English Language Education Centre

Xiamen University Malaysia
Selangor, Malaysia
01.2018 - Current
  • Initiated the English Lounge as one-stop centre addressing language learning needs of students and staff
  • Set up the English centre as an authorised test partner and centre for Linguaskill, IELTS and MUET
  • Facilitated partnerships with international test partners—Cambridge IELTS, Linguaskill, Pearson PTE, and Malaysian Exams Ministry (MUET & MUET on Demand) to enhance testing options
  • Design and develop English proficiency and bridging courses for international and local students
  • Manage all academic and administrative tasks
  • Develop and review course curriculum
  • Review staff performance and professional development
  • Liaise with international test partners and conduct proficiency & placement tests

Head, English Language Education Division

Xiamen University
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Set up the English language unit which later became established as a centre (2018); design and review course curriculum, placement test.
  • Liaised with international testing partners to gain approval as an authorized test centre and partner.
  • Taught English and other Foundation courses.
  • Planned workload for teaching staff and conducted evaluation and recruitment.
  • Student consultation and counselling.

Senior Lecturer

KDU College
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Developed curriculum and taught English, Mass Communication, Sociology, Psychology & Human Communication (A level and Foundation), enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Guided student to attain Top of the World Cambridge award in Sociology through tailored instructional strategies and support.

Senior Lecturer

Curtin University Program/Laureate Inti International University
01.2011 - 01.2016

Senior Lecturer/Head of Persuasive Communication

Taylors College
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Developed course curriculum for Persuasive Communication division, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Delivered instruction in Sociology, English, Human Communication, Mass Communication, Media, Journalism, Logic, Social Psychology, and IELTS preparatory workshops, fostering critical thinking and communication skills.

Consultant Counsellor & Therapist/Columnist

Malaysian Psychology Association
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Delivered part-time counselling services and authored columns for Day & Night and Expat magazine.

Senior lecturer

KDU Malaysia
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Developed course curriculum and delivered instruction for Foundation & Cambridge A Level in sociology and mass communication.
  • Delivered engaging lessons in sociology and mass communication to foster academic growth.
  • Delivered engaging lectures on diverse subjects to enhance student learning experience.
  • Developed comprehensive course materials aligning with current academic standards and trends.
  • Mentored junior lecturers, providing guidance on teaching methodologies and student engagement.

Senior Lecturer

Temasek Polytechnic
01.1995 - 01.1997
  • Developed and taught English and Communication curriculum at Communication Studies Dept & School of Design.

Senior Lecturer

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
01.1991 - 01.1995
  • Coordinated establishment of Mass Communication dept, developed independent learning packages, and taught courses in Sociology, Social Psychology, Human Communication, Journalism & Media.

Regional Acquisitions Editor (Asia-Pacific Region)

McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
01.1989 - 01.1991
  • Managed publishing programme for Asia-Pacific; initiated titles, sourced authors, and coordinated with authors, freelance subject editors, designers, production, and marketing teams to enhance programme visibility.
  • Handled publishing programme for Asia-Pacific; initiated titles and sourced authors, liaised with authors, freelance subject editors, designers, production and marketing teams.
  • Attended book fairs to promote titles and network with industry professionals.
  • Set up and spearheaded the publishing programme for the region, enhancing its viability and visibility.

Communication Manager

World Vision
01.1988 - 01.1989
  • Facilitated talks and seminars that informed audiences about World Vision.

Teaching/Research Assistant (Graduate scholarship)

Miami University & University of Ohio
01.1988 - 01.1989
  • Conducted research and provided tutoring to undergraduates.

Chief Editor

Oxford University Press
01.1987 - 01.1988
  • Managed publishing programme for Singapore; initiated titles and sourced authors to expand catalog.
  • Collaborated with freelance editors, authors, designers, production and marketing teams to ensure cohesive project delivery.
  • Engaged in national book fairs and developed promotional brochures to enhance visibility and attract new readers.

Part-time Researcher (National Project: Ethnic minorities in Singapore)

Oral History Dept, Singapore
01.1985 - 01.1987
  • Conducted in-depth oral interviews with ethnic minorities as part of a national project on ethnic minorities in Singapore.

Feature Writer

FEMALE magazine
01.1983 - 01.1984
  • Developed story ideas and authored features for fortnightly magazine.
  • Collaborated with photographers and interviewees to produce compelling visuals for features.

Education

Certificate Of Attendance - Enhanced Learning With Neuro Science

Global Education
02.2022 - 02.2022

Certificate - IELTS Teacher Training/ Train The Trainer

Cambridge IDP-IELTS
06.2021 - 06.2021

Certificate in TESOL/TESL

ITTT Language Academy, USA
04.2015 - 06.2015

Certificate Of Completion - Higher Education Methodology

Singapore Ngee Ann Polytechnic
05.1991 - 03.1992

M.A. - Family Sociology/Social Psychology

University of Ohio, USA
Research Scholar
09.1988 - 01.1989

B.A. - English Language (Linguistics) and Sociology

National University of Singapore
Singapore

Professional Training For Editors ( Work-related) - Professional And Academic Editing & Publishing

Oxford University Press
11.1984 - 12.1984

Counselling & Family Therapy -

Singapore Community Welfare
Singapore

Certificate in Blended Learning/Learning Methods -

USA

Outcome-based Learning -

Inti Laureate International University
USA

Certificate in Teach IELTS for Asia -

Singapore

Teach-the trainer certification for IELTS, MUET and PTE -

Singapore

Case Studies Methods

Inti Laureate International University

Satir Therapy & Counselling - I Am OK, You Are Ok

Singapore Social Services

Skills

  • English
  • Mandarin
  • Malay
  • Computer literacy
  • News reporting & feature writing
  • Editing
  • Proofreading
  • Teaching neurodivergent learners
  • Language assessment & testing
  • Curriculum development
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Creative writing
  • AI and education

Skills Competencies

English, Mandarin, Malay

References

  • Dr Chih Khiam Ping, Huawei International
  • Ms Nancy Loke, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore
  • Ms Lly Nagochi

Training

  • Problem-based learning, Laureate Inti Universities
  • Blended & Outcome based learning, Inti International University
  • Teaching & Methodology Course (College & Higher Education), Singapore
  • Counseling & Family Therapy, Singapore, USA
  • IELTS Examiner Training, IDP, Australia
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic training
  • Edexcel GCSE English, Literature, Sociology, Psychology
  • Cambridge A level Sociology, Psychology, English; GCE O level and IGCSE English, Literature, Sociology, Psychology

Community Service

  • Kunni Komodo Art Therapy Centre
  • Tzu Chi International
  • Compassion Home Subang

Publications Achievements

  • Coached students in Cambridge A level Sociology – students obtained ‘Top of the world/Top in Malaysia/Cambridge Excellence’ awards
  • Awarded Top 100 leaders in education 2019 (Global Forum Education Learning)
  • Book reviews and articles in International Journal of World Peace & International Social Sciences Review
  • Developed Social Psychology Independent Study package for students in Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore
  • Developed syllabus for Mass Communication Program for MDIS, Singapore
  • The changing faces of prostitution in Asia.
  • Beyond feminine chambers: The Gender Divide
  • Primary One to Six English Language Assessment & Revision Guides
  • Secondary school English essays for assessment books
  • Numerous articles in Health Digest, Straits Times (S), FEMALE magazine, organizational and students’ newsletters (local & foreign)
  • Received Award of Achievement for being Editor of International Newspaper (USA)
  • Book edited (Productivity in Transition) received award from National Book Publishers Association, Singapore
  • Challenges in teaching English language to Chinese students (Xiamen University)

Consultancy Training Research

  • Part-time teacher/consultant, Honsbridge International School, 01/01/09, 01/01/19
  • Trainer, English Skills (for TNB staff), Tenaga National University, 01/01/14, 01/01/16
  • Trainer, Teaching IGCSE English to teachers, Methodist School, 01/01/14, 01/01/16
  • Freelance writer/columnist/editor/consultant editor, MIMS medical portal/sg, Tzu Chi UNHCR magazine, Today’s Parents, The Sun, Day & Night, Health Digest, Oxford University Press, Pearson Publishing, 01/01/97, Present
  • Teaching Associate/Sociology, Singapore Institute of Management (University of London external program), 01/01/96, 01/01/96
  • Trainer/Social Psychology, Mass Communication, Media, IBMEC, MDIS, Singapore, 01/01/91, 01/01/96, Developed Mass Communication Course structure for MDIS/Oklahoma University
  • Lecturer/Social Psychology, Psychology and Sociology, American College, Singapore, 01/01/89, 01/01/96
  • Counselor, Family Life Center, Singapore, HELP Family Centre, Singapore, Anglican Welfare Society, Singapore, Malaysian Psychology Association, Malaysia, 01/01/94, 01/01/96

Languages

English
First Language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Upper Intermediate
B2
Malay
Intermediate
B1

Timeline

Certificate Of Attendance - Enhanced Learning With Neuro Science

Global Education
02.2022 - 02.2022

Certificate - IELTS Teacher Training/ Train The Trainer

Cambridge IDP-IELTS
06.2021 - 06.2021

Director, English Language Education Centre

Xiamen University Malaysia
01.2018 - Current

Head, English Language Education Division

Xiamen University
01.2017 - 01.2018

Certificate in TESOL/TESL

ITTT Language Academy, USA
04.2015 - 06.2015

Senior Lecturer

KDU College
01.2015 - 01.2016

Senior Lecturer

Curtin University Program/Laureate Inti International University
01.2011 - 01.2016

Senior Lecturer/Head of Persuasive Communication

Taylors College
01.2000 - 01.2007

Consultant Counsellor & Therapist/Columnist

Malaysian Psychology Association
01.2000 - 01.2006

Senior lecturer

KDU Malaysia
01.1998 - 01.1999

Senior Lecturer

Temasek Polytechnic
01.1995 - 01.1997

Certificate Of Completion - Higher Education Methodology

Singapore Ngee Ann Polytechnic
05.1991 - 03.1992

Senior Lecturer

Ngee Ann Polytechnic
01.1991 - 01.1995

Regional Acquisitions Editor (Asia-Pacific Region)

McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
01.1989 - 01.1991

M.A. - Family Sociology/Social Psychology

University of Ohio, USA
09.1988 - 01.1989

Communication Manager

World Vision
01.1988 - 01.1989

Teaching/Research Assistant (Graduate scholarship)

Miami University & University of Ohio
01.1988 - 01.1989

Chief Editor

Oxford University Press
01.1987 - 01.1988

Part-time Researcher (National Project: Ethnic minorities in Singapore)

Oral History Dept, Singapore
01.1985 - 01.1987

Professional Training For Editors ( Work-related) - Professional And Academic Editing & Publishing

Oxford University Press
11.1984 - 12.1984

Feature Writer

FEMALE magazine
01.1983 - 01.1984

B.A. - English Language (Linguistics) and Sociology

National University of Singapore

Counselling & Family Therapy -

Singapore Community Welfare

Certificate in Blended Learning/Learning Methods -

Outcome-based Learning -

Inti Laureate International University

Certificate in Teach IELTS for Asia -

Teach-the trainer certification for IELTS, MUET and PTE -

Case Studies Methods

Inti Laureate International University

Satir Therapy & Counselling - I Am OK, You Are Ok

Singapore Social Services
Jenny Maganran Goh