Wan Mazwati Wan Yusoff is a graduate of Eastern New Mexico University, USA in Accounting and MBA; and received her Ph.D. in Education specialising in Teaching Thinking through Philosophy from International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). She currently teaches Creative Thinking and Islamic Worldview at the Department of Fundamental and Interdisciplinary Studies, Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences, IIUM.
She is a certified trainer for Philosophy of Children's Programme (P4C) awarded by the Institute for Advancement in Philosophy for Children, Mont Claire State University, New Jersey, in 2006 and is now attached to the Centre for Teaching Thinking, Kulliyyah of Education, IIUM, in promoting P4C to enhance excellent thinking among students and youth in Malaysia.
Her passion for producing knowledge founded on Islamic Worldview has driven her to collaborate with a team of young researchers of hadith to establish TPH Research and Consultancy with a vision to develop human sciences founded on hadith. This team of researchers has creatively analysed data from authentic hadith to develop intervention programme which were validated through scientific experimentation. They have trained more than 20000 teachers, counsellors, executives and managers from government and private institutions since 2011; and has received 'wow factor' from Islamic Education Division, Ministry of Education for successfully promoting good behaviour among low achievers which have led to their success in PMR and SPM.
Currently Wan Mazwati is active in conducting research on hadith for application in education, psychology and communication; and developing materials for teaching Islamic Education using the philosophical inquiry method to enhance understanding and philosophical thinking skills among secondary school students.

• Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Education ~ Pedagogy (Including Teaching Methodologies for Content and Language Subjects) - Teaching Thinking and Pedagogy of Philosophical Inquiry
• Social Science ~ Social Science ~ Education ~ Classroom Studies (Including Teacher-Student Language) - Application of Hadith of Psychology in Classroom Managment

• 2018: Member of Profesional Body / Association: (Associate Member), International Association of Islamic Psychology

Completed

2021 - 2021	Development of "Man in the Universe" Curriculum for Rays of Hope Learning Centre
2021 - 2022	IMPACT STUDY IN LMS EDUCATION PERAK DISTRICT
2020 - 2021	Education Consultant at Umission School 1
2019 - 2023	A Framework of Women Empowerment and Inclusive Development to Enhance Economic Involvement and Social Rights Towards Preventing Domestic Violence
2017 - 2019	Effective Communication for Counsellor
2016 - 2017	Engaging Low Achievers in Philosophical Inquiry to Enhance HOTS: An Exploratory Study
2016 - 2019	Investigation of Malaysian Teachers? Instructional and Assessment Methods for Critical Thinking Skills (CTS) and the Development, Implementation and Evaluation of Specific Training Modules for Enhancement of CTS
2015 - 2019	Promoting Good Behavior Workshop
2014 - 2016	The Development of Stimulus Materials for Teaching from Two Aqidah using Philosophical Inquiry Method
2013 - 2014	Exploring the Effectiveness of Strategies Used in Managing Classroom Disruptive Behaviors
2013 - 2016	Community of Inquiry - A New Inquiry-Based Pedagogy for Realizing the Aspiration of Critical Thinking in the New Blueprint for Education 2013-2025
2011 - 2012	The Impact of Prophet Muhammad Motivation Technique on Students' Performance (RU 2011)

On-Going

2022 - Present	Wisdom Pedagogy: Integration and Assessment of Non-Cognitive Skills Training of Trainers - National Curriculum Development Centre, Uganda
2018 - Present	Comparative Study on Islamic and Western Concept of Self Control Management
2017 - Present	Integration of Knowledge between Religious and Modern Sciences : The Contribution of Beduizzaman Said Nursi (Hayrat Foundation, Turkey)
2016 - Present	The Experiences Counselling Internship Students' in Applying Creative Art Therapy in Supervision
2014 - Present	Encouraging the Discouraged: Engaging Troubled Teenagers Through Philosophical Inquiry
2014 - Present	Development and Evaluation of Programme for Enhancement of Islamic Integrated Personality (IIP) among Islamic School Students

15 May, 2023	Book Publication Award - International Islamic University Malaysia	University
12 Jun, 2021	Community Engagement Award?Silver - Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences	KCDIO
12 Jul, 2018	Budi Award - International Islamic University Malaysia	University

Article

2023	An exploratory factor analysis of holistic thinking behaviour of the teachers in teaching higher-order thinking skills. BITARA International Journal of Civilizational Studies and Human Sciences, 6 (1) pp. 81-92
2023	Kembara Santun Ummah 2.0: UMission club provides aid in Sabah. IIUM Today, () pp. 1-8
2022	A scoping review of wet nursing in the muslim world. Jurnal Islam dan masyarakat kontemporari, 23 (2) pp. 58-82
2022	Confusion over the concept of ʿaql and logical thinking among young muslims in Malaysia = kekeliruan terhadap konsep ʿaql dan pemikiran logik di kalangan remaja Muslim di Malaysia. Al-Hikmah International Journal of Islamic Studies and Human Sciences, 5 (4 (Special Issue)) pp. 1-26
2022	Exploring teachers’ responses to a workshop for developing critical & creative thinking through story writing. Journal of Islam in Asia, 19 (1) pp. 218-233
2022	Knowledge, attitude and readiness of Kuala Nerus primary school teachers in the implementation of stem in teaching and learning process. Global Journal of Educational Research and Management (GERMANE), 2 (1) pp. 252-269
2021	A narrative review on teacher professional ethics in Malaysia. Journal of Positive Psychology and Wellbeing, 5 (3) pp. 277-292
2021	A personal encounter with a great scholar. IIUM Today, 18 February 2021 () pp.
2021	A scoping review on implementation of i-think maps and its effects on higher order thinking skills in Malaysian schools. Asian Journal of University Education (AJUE), 17 (2) pp. 169-182
2021	The application of reconciliation in Muslim divorce cases Caused by the domestic violence: an analysis between Islamic and Malaysian Law. International Journal of Academic Research in Business & Social Sciences, 11 (10) pp. 263-273
2021	What’s happening with thinking. IIUM Today, 22 March 2021 () pp.
2019	Quranic evaluation of CEDAW’s reproductive rights. International Journal of Asian Social Science, 9 (3) pp. 285-293
2018	Aplikasi Pedagogi Hikmah bagi Pengajaran Bahasa Malaysia dan Bahasa Inggeris Abad ke-21 = The application of the Hikmah (wisdom) pedagogy in the teaching of Malay and English language in the 21st Century. Jurnal Pendidikan Malaysia, 43 (2) pp. 37-47
2018	Students’ experiences in teaching and learning Islamic education using philosophical inquiry method. Journal of Education and Learning, 12 (2) pp. 266-274
2018	Teachers’ knowledge of higher order thinking and questioning skills: A case study at primary school in Terengganu, Malaysia. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 7 (2) pp. 45-63
2018	The impact of hikmah (Wisdom) pedagogy on 21st century skills of selected primary and secondary school students in Gombak district Selangor Malaysia. Journal of Education and Learning, 7 (6) pp. 100-110
2018	The impact of philosophical inquiry method on classroom engagement and reasoning skills of low achievers. Journal of Curriculum and Teaching, 7 (1) pp. 135-146
2017	Exploring primary school teachers' language of thinking: a case study = Bahasa berfikir guru sekolah rendah: satu kajian kes. Journal of Islam in Asia, 14 (3 (Special Issue Islam and Creativity)) pp. 271-295
2017	Islamic belief and practices: An integrative coping approach to life problems. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 6 (3) pp. 97-109
2017	Teachers’ challenges in teaching and learning for higher order thinking skills (HOTS) in primary school. International Journal of Asian Social Science, 7 (7) pp. 534-545
2016	The effectiveness of strategies used by teachers to manage disruptive classroom behaviors: A case study at a religious school in Rawang, Selangor. IIUM Journal of Educational Studies, 4 (1) pp. 133-150
2016	The Effectiveness of Strategies Used by Teachers to Manage Disruptive Classroom Behaviors: A Case Study at a Religious School in Rawang, Selangor. IIUM Journal of Educational Studies, 4 (1) pp. 133-150
2015	Evaluation of Prophet Muhammad’s techniques in managing misbehaviors: application in primary school classrooms. Journal of Educational and Social Research, 5 (1) pp. 185-194
2015	Holistic integrated curriculum and its theoretical framework: implications for contemporary educational system. The Social Sciences, 10 (1) pp. 31-40
2015	Thinking from the Qur’ānic perspective. Al-Shajarah , 20 (1) pp. 53-85
2013	Feelings and experiences of counseling practicum students and implications for counseling supervision. Journal of Educational and Social Research, 3 (7) pp. 731-736
2013	Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fatani and his Bisyaratul ‘Amilin wa Nazaratul ghafilin: a contribution in Hadith studies . Middle-East Journal of Scientific Research, 13 (2) pp. 191-195

Conference or Workshop Item

2023	A CRITICAL NEED FOR BREASTMILK COLLECTION CENTERS FOR HIGH-RISK PREMATURE BABIES. In: Social Issues and Development International Conference 2023,
2023	Developing cultural intelligence via democratic education for peaceful co-existence in a multicultural society. In: International Conference on Islamic Civilization: Fostering the Philosophy of Co-existence in 21st Century,
2023	Development and implementation of Qur’anic tadabbur module for deep understanding of aqidah among young Muslims in Malaysia. In: International Competition and Exhibition of Research and Innovation on Islamic Studies and Human Sciences,
2022	A narrative review on the concept of ‘Aql. In: Scholarship Enhancement Seminar on Islamic Philosophy and Its Relevance in the Contemporary world,
2022	A scoping review of wet nursing in the Muslim world. In: International Conference on Shariah Compliant Breastfeeding Practices 2022,
2022	Holistic thoughtful classroom for promoting higher order thinking skills in the 21st Century Learning. In: 15th annual International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation November 7th-9th, 2022, Seville (Spain),
2022	Hubungan antara aktiviti kokurikulum dan koakademik dengan pembangunan elemen stem dan kemahiran insaniah di sekolah. In: 2nd International Conference on Teacher Education 2022 (2nd ICTE’22),
2021	Confusion over 'aql and logical thinking among young muslims in Malaysia. In: Scholarship Advancement Project: Emergence and Issues in Islamic Philosophy,
2021	Doing Qualitative Analysis. In: Research Webinar Series: The Shape of Research in the Vitrual Pandemic World,
2020	Effective interpersonal skills: embracing prophetic teachings. In: Training of Prophet Muhammad's Communication Techniques (Teknik Nabi),
2020	Exploring teachers’ reactions to writing ‘Thinking Stories’ for enhancing critical and creative thinking. In: Malaysian International Convention on Education Research & Management (MICER 2020),
2020	Qur’anic perspective on thinking and creativity: implication for education. In: International Symposium On Creativity, Values & Sustainability,
2019	Conceptual analysis of mental health according to Muslim scholars for Stress Prevention Project (STOP) in Gombak. In: 1st International Seminar on the Roles of University in Responding to Psychosocial Issues in the Community (ISRUPIC 2019),
2019	Conceptual analysis of mental health according to Muslim Scholars for Stress Prevention Project (STOP) in Gombak. In: Scholarship Enhancement Seminar on Contemporary Issues of Qur'an and Sunnah 2019,
2017	Aplikasi pedagogi hikmah bagi kemahiran abad ke-21 di sekolah-sekolah di Gombak: kajian bagi subjek sains dan pendidikan Islam. In: Seminar Kebangsaan Majlis Dekan Universiti Awam 2017,
2017	Experiences of Rohingya's journey to Malaysia: Smuggled or trafficked. In: International Conference on Forced Migration and Refugee Studies: Issues and Shifting Paradigms (ICMR 2017),
2016	Research in Hadith for application in psychology and education. In: 1st Asean Psychology and Counselling Conference (APCC) 2016,
2015	Bahasa kognitif dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran untuk meningkatkan kemahiran berfikir bersepadu. In: International Conference on Empowering Islamic Civilization in the 21st Century (ICIC 2015),
2015	Students’ views and experiences of the philosophical inquiry method in learning ‘aqidah: a case study of form two students . In: International Conference on Islamic Education And Social Entrepreneurship 2015 (ICIESE2015),
2014	Exploring the effectiveness of strategies used in managing classroom disruptive behaviors. In: 7th International Conference of Education, Research and Innovation (iCERi 2014),
2012	The impact of Prophet Muhammad motivation Techniques on students’ performance. In: International Conference on Education and Educational Psychology (ICEEPSY 2012) ,

Book

2022	Doing philosophy for wisdom in Islamic Education. IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-491-116-4
2017	Enhancing thinking through doing philosophy. IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia, ISBN: 978-967-418-583-1

Book Section

2023	Applying philosophical inquiry method to cultivate reasonable religious understanding and prevent extremism. In: Springer, ISBN: 978-981-99-4197-1, pp. 213-230
2023	Applying philosophical inquiry method to cultivate reasonable religious understanding and prevent extremism. In: Springer, ISBN: 978-981-99-4197-1, pp. 213-230
2023	Developing cultural intelligence via democratic education for peaceful co-existence in a multicultural society. In: Springer, ISBN: 978-981-99-4197-1, pp. 249-267
2023	Mendorong anak minat membaca: satu kajian kes. In: Kenyalang, The Biblio Press, ISBN: 978-967-0040-34-9, pp. 41-74
2022	Philosophical Inquiry as a method for teaching Islamic Education. In: Routledge, ISBN: 9781032044866, pp. 68-80
2022	Philosophical Inquiry as a method for teaching Islamic Education. In: Routledge, ISBN: 9781032044866, pp. 68-80
2021	Kata pengantar. In: Rimbunan Islamik Media Sdn Bhd, ISBN: 978-967-2441-13-7, pp. viii-xix
2021	Kata pengantar. In: Rimbunan Islamik Media Sdn Bhd, ISBN: 978-967-2441-13-7, pp. viii-xix
2021	Tok Kenali: pemodenan pondok di Kelantan. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-491-074-7, pp. 72-91
2021	Tok Kenali: pemodenan pondok di Kelantan. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 978-967-491-074-7, pp. 72-91
2020	Spirituality through humanitarian fieldwork. In: IIUM Press, International Islamic University Malaysia, ISBN: 9789674910488, pp. 230-243
2016	Philosophical inquiry method for enhancing higher order thinking in teaching aqidah to form two students. In: Akademi Pengajian Islam, Universiti Malaya, ISBN: 978-967-0985-04-6, pp. 303-331
2011	Doing philosophy in a 'community'. In: IIUM Press, ISBN: 9789674181246, pp. 1-24
2010	Tok Kenali (1868-1933): Pembaharu Pendidikan Traditional di Tanah Melayu. In: Asia Research Center, The Asian Cultures Research Institute, Toyo University, ISBN: 9784903878102, pp. 329-353
2010	Tok Kenali (1868-1933): Pembaharu Pendidikan Traditional di Tanah Melayu. In: Asia Research Center, The Asian Cultures Research Institute, Toyo University, ISBN: 9784903878102, pp. 329-353
2010	Tok Kenali (Muhammad Yusuf bin Ahmad): modernisation of the Pondok. In: The Other Press, ISBN: 9789839541748, pp. 72-90
2010	Tok Kenali (Muhammad Yusuf bin Ahmad): modernisation of the Pondok. In: The Other Press, ISBN: 9789839541748, pp. 72-90

Monograph

2021	Impact study on “Moomin app in language learning in Larut, Matang and Selama education district” project. In: ,
2019	Teachers' instructional and assessment methods for critical thinking skills and evaluation of the Hikmah Pedagogy Training modules: a case study in Kuala Lumpur. In: Centre for Teaching Thinking, Kulliyyah of Education,
2017	Laporan kajian rintis program pedagogi hikmah di Gombak. In: ,
2017	Laporan kajian rintis program pedagogi hikmah di sekolah terpilih daerah Gombak. In: Centre for Teaching Thinking IIUM,
2012	The impact of Prophet Muhammad motivation technique on students' performance. In: s.n,