Mansour Amini, Dr.

Profile

Dr. Mansour Amini is an interdisciplinary researcher and senior lecturer at the School of Languages, Literacies, and Translation, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM). He holds a Diploma in Mathematics and Physics, a B.A. in English Language and Literature, an M.A. in English Language Teaching, and a Ph.D. in Translation Studies. Dr. Amini has published several academic articles, books, chapters, and reviews in Education and Translation Studies. He serves as the editorial board member for several academic journals and has conducted workshops on research writing and methodology.

Work experience

Senior Lecturer (September 2021 to date), School of Languages, Literacies, and Translation, Universiti Sains Malaysia;
Research Fellow (2023- 2025) Shinawatra University, Thailand. [unpaid & honorary position];
Adjunct supervisor (2022-2025) Faculty of Education, Languages, Psychology & Music, SEGi University, Malaysia [unpaid position];
Adjunct Supervisor (2022-2025), Head of Research and Postgraduate Studies (2018-2019/2020-2021); Acting Dean (July-August 2018); Assistant Professor Dr. (2018-2021), Lecturer (2017-2018), Faculty of Social Sciences and Liberal Arts, UCSI University, Malaysia;
Visiting Assistant Professor (Nov-Dec 2019), Zhengzhou Normal University, Henan Province, China;
English Lecturer (2009-2010), Islamic Azad University, Iran;
English Teacher (2008-2010), Iran National Language Institute.

Teaching Experience
Undergraduate university courses (B.A.): 1)Application of Idiomatic Expressions in Translation; 2)Listening and Speaking Skills; 3)Grammar and Structure; 4)English Phonetics and Phonology; 5)Reading Comprehension Skill; 6)Language Learning Techniques; 7)Translation of Literal Texts; 8)Teaching Method of Foreign Language; 9)Issues in Linguistics; 10)Sociolinguistics, 11)Research Methodology; 12)Academic Writing; 23)ESP: English for Business Communication; 14)EAP/ESP: English for Students of Persian Literature (Master's degree), Electrical Engineering, Business Studies, Chemical Engineering, MBA; 15)Translation and Interpretation; 16)Translation and Interpretation for Beginners; 17)An Introduction to English Literature; Introduction to Quantitative and Qualitative Research 18)Research Methodology in English Language and Communication; 19)Contemporary English Literature in Asia; 20)English Language and Communication Project; 21)Critical Reading Strategies. Postgraduate university courses. (M.A. & PhD): 1)Critical Practices of Teaching and Learning; 2)Approaches to Translation Practice; 3)Culture, Society, and Psychology in Translation; 4)Research and Technology for Translation; 5) Research Methodology 6) Interpreting: Informal Discourse
Other [@UCSI University: Research Coordinator of English Language and Communication Department, Head of Committees (2017-2021) Faculty Research and Scholarly Activities Committee & Short Course Development Committee;(Curriculum Development) "'PhD Education", "B.A. Early Childhood Education", "B.A. Education (TESOL)," "PGCE", "Master's in Education"]

Teaching Experience

Undergraduate university courses (B.A.): 1)Application of Idiomatic Expressions in Translation; 2)Listening and Speaking Skills; 3)Grammar and Structure; 4)English Phonetics and Phonology; 5)Reading Comprehension Skill; 6)Language Learning Techniques; 7)Translation of Literal Texts; 8)Teaching Method of Foreign Language; 9)Issues in Linguistics; 10)Sociolinguistics, 11)Research Methodology; 12)Academic Writing; 23)ESP: English for Business Communication; 14)EAP/ESP: English for Students of Persian Literature (Master's degree), Electrical Engineering, Business Studies, Chemical Engineering, MBA; 15)Translation and Interpretation; 16)Translation and Interpretation for Beginners; 17)An Introduction to English Literature; Introduction to Quantitative and Qualitative Research 18)Research Methodology in English Language and Communication; 19)Contemporary English Literature in Asia; 20)English Language and Communication Project; 21)Critical Reading Strategies.
Postgraduate university courses. (M.A. & PhD): 1)Critical Practices of Teaching and Learning; 2)Approaches to Translation Practice; 3)Culture, Society, and Psychology in Translation; 4)Research and Technology for Translation; 5) Research Methodology 6) Interpreting: Informal Discourse

Other [@UCSI University: Research Coordinator of English Language and Communication Department, Head of Committees (2017-2021) Faculty Research and Scholarly Activities Committee & Short Course Development Committee;(Curriculum Development) "'PhD Education", "B.A. Early Childhood Education", "B.A. Education (TESOL)," "PGCE", "Master's in Education"]

Awards

[@UCSI University: Best Researcher Award of the Faculty [2020], Best Lecturer Award of the Faculty [2020] Best Employee Performance Award of the Faculty [2020], Best New Lecturer Award of the University [2018] (First runner-up).]
Inspirational Supervisor Award in 2025, the 10^th International Language Learning Conference (ILLC) 2025 organized by the School of Languages, Literacies and Translation, Universiti Sains Malaysia. 3-4 September 2025. Penang, Malaysia.
Excellence in Research Collaboration Award in 2025, awarded by Shinawatra University, Thailand (December 22, 2025).
Hadiah Sanjungan (Commendation Award) 2024: Journal Publication Category for the publication "The Mediating Roles of Academic Self-Efficacy and Learning Interest..." (PLOS ONE). Univeristi Sains Malaysia.
Research Advocacy Award (2024), for the Keynote speech titled Building Resilient Minds and Systems: Harnessing Research and Innovation for a Sustainable Educational Future, 28.11.024. 6th Asian Virtual Conference on Institutional and Action Research 2024 (AVCIAR 2024). Asian Society of Teachers For Research Inc.
Bronze Medal in 2022 for the article “Problems and solutions in the English to Chinese translation of proper names in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter”. 11th MELTA International Research Conference in English Language Education (MIRCELE ONLINE 2022), Malaysian English Language Teaching Association. Malaysia].

Research

Research areas: Translation & Interpreting Studies; Educational Research; Interdisciplinary Research. https://experts.usm.my/cvitae/mansour

Research profiles: Web of Science: AAE-1991-2019 ORCID: 0000-0003-2149-4604 Scopus: 57203152771 Google Scholar: CdHFKG8AAAAJ ResearchGate: Mansour Amini

Research grants

Reading Strategies among Malaysian EFL Teachers and Students (PI, UCSI University Grant, Amount: RM 14000 (Completed in 2020)
Development of ESL Reading Assessment Tool for Malaysian Pre-Schoolers (Co-PI, UCSI University Grant) Amount: RM25000 (Completed in 2020)
An adaptation of the Blue Ocean Strategy concept for Educators: Embedding Opportunities for Professional Development in Higher Education. (Co-PI, UCSI University Grant) Amount: RM15000 (Completed in 2022)
The Development of Foreign Language Classroom Moral Emotions Questionnaire (PI, Short Term Research Grant, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Amount RM 31,990 (Active)
Examining The Relationship Between Moral Emotions, Decision-Making Styles, And Academic Achievement Among B40 Malaysian University Students (PI, BRIDGING MENTOR Grant 2025, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Amount RM 20,000).

Publications

Journal articles

Wang, Q., *Amini, M., Yang, C., & He, Q. (2026). Translating Culture-Specific Items in The True Story of Ah Q: A comparative evaluation of GPT-4o, KIMI, and Google Translate under multimodal prompts. Sage Open, 16(1). https://doi.org/10.1177/21582440251412225 [WOS/SSCI Q1- SCOPUS Q1] (Corresponding author).
Wang, Q., Wang, Y., & Amini, M. (2026). Associations of task technology fit and perceived usefulness with responsible generative AI use among university students. Scientific Reports, 16, Article 2759. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-32692-6 [WOS/SCIE Q1- SCOPUS Q1]
Wu, S., Amini, M., & Wang, Y. (2026). Negotiating Institutional Hierarchy: Power, Politeness, and Meaning Construction in English-to-Chinese Courtroom Translation. Sage Open, 16(1), 1-14 https://doi.org/10.1177/21582440261421582 WOS/SSCI Q1- SCOPUS Q1]
Wu, S., *Amini, M., & Mahfoodh, O. H. A. (2026). Unveiling certainty and doubt: A systemic functional exploration of epistemic modality in courtroom discourse. International Journal for the Semiotics of Law, 39, 501–522. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11196-025-10321-9 [SCOPUS Q2 - WOS/ESCI Q3] (Corresponding author)
Wu, S., *Amini, M., & Mahfoodh, O. H. A. (2026). Exploring translators’ perceptions of translation decisions in courtroom translation. International Journal for the Semiotics of Law, 39, 319-339. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11196-025-10274-z [WOS/ESCI Q2 - SCOPUS Q2] (Corresponding author)
Amini, M., Lee, K. F., Yiqiu, W., & Ravindran, L. (2025). Proposing a framework for ethical use of AI in academic writing based on a conceptual review: implications for quality education. Interactive Learning Environments, 1–25. https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2025.2523382 [WOS/SSCI Q1- SCOPUS Q1]
Wang, Q., *Amini, M., & Fu, Z. (2025). AI acceptance and Chinese EFL learners’ behavioral engagement with mediating effects of motivation. Scientific Reports, 15, 33310. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-11305-2 [WOS/SSCI Q1- SCOPUS Q1] (Corresponding author)
Wu, S., *Amini, M., & Mahfoodh, O. H. A. (2025). Exploring challenges and solutions in English-to-Chinese courtroom translation: Insights from the Tokyo Trial and implications for translator training. Sage Open, 15(4). https://doi.org/10.1177/21582440251385865 [WOS/SSCI Q1- SCOPUS Q1] (Corresponding author).
Wang, Q., *Amini, M. & Tan, D. A. L. (2025). Examining translation errors and cultural misrepresentation in dream of the red chamber: a TQA-based literary assessment with insights into intercultural communication. International Communication of Chinese Culture. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40636-025-00347-w ([WOS/ESCI Q2] (Corresponding author).
Amini, M., & Zahabi, A. (2025). Introduction: Communicating across borders—Unveiling the pragmatic foundations in applied linguistics. International Review of Pragmatics, 17(2), 181-184. https://doi.org/10.1163/18773109-01702001 [WOS/ESCI Q3 -SCOPUS Q3] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Wang, Q., Amini, D., Ravindran, L., Tan, A. L. D., Ganapathy, M., & Singh, M. K. M. (2025). The significance of humanistic approach and moral development in English language classrooms. Discover Education, 4, 238. https://doi.org/10.1007/s44217-025-00691-4 [SCOPUS Q3] (Corresponding author)
Amirdabbaghian, A., Shunmugam, K., & Amini, M. (2025). Ideological perspectives in two selected Persian translations of George Orwell’s Animal farm. Jordan Journal of Modern Languages & Literatures, 17(3), 1077–1099. https://doi.org/10.47012/jjmll.17.3.17 [SCOPUS Q1- WOS/ESCI Q3]
Alavi, S., *Amini, M., & Zahabi, A. (2025). Postgraduate TEFL students’ perceptions towards thesis supervision quality in Thailand: The role of expectations and negotiation in supervision quality. rEFLections, 32(2), 1191–1218. https://doi.org/10.61508/refl.v32i2.283281[SCOPUS Q2] (Corresponding author)
Yeoh, S. W., *Amini, M., Lee, K-F., & Oumeng, H. (2025). Analysing individual racism portrayal in Hanna Alkaf’s novel The Weight of Our Sky. Cogent Arts & Humanities, 12 (1), 2456347, https://doi.org/10.1080/23311983.2025.2456347 [WOS/ESCI Q1 - SCOPUS Q1] (Corresponding author)
Wu, S., *Amini, M., & Mahfoodh, O.H.A. (2025). A corpus-based analysis of modality shifts in English-to-Chinese courtroom translation. Eurasian Journal of Applied Linguistics,11(1),152-166 https://ejal.info/menuscript/index.php/ejal/article/view/995/364 [SCOPUS Q2 - WOS/ESCI Q3] (Corresponding author)
Wang, Q., *Amini, M., & Tan, D. A. L. (2025). Strategies, errors, and challenges in translating Culture-Specific Items in Chinese-English literary works : A systematic review. JURNAL ARBITRER, 12(2), 259–273. https://arbitrer.fib.unand.ac.id/index.php/arbitrer/article/view/591 [SCOPUS Q4] (Corresponding author)
Wang, Q., *Amini, M., & Tan, D. A. L. (2025). Loss, gain, and equivalence in the translation of culture-loaded words in To Live: A Novel. International Journal of Language, Literacy and Translation 8(1), 17-34. https://doi.org/10.36777/ijollt2025.8.1.117 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Zhi, H., Ravindran, L., & Amini, M. (2025). A systematic review of the changes, challenges, and implications of China's teacher education policies (2012 to 2023). International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education, 14 (1), 207-221. https://ijere.iaescore.com/index.php/IJERE/article/view/29770 [SCOPUS-Q3]
Leiwakabessy, G. G., Wong, J. X., Sufian, M. A., Teng, F. E. V., *Amini, M., & Ravindran, L. (2025). Strategies in English to Malay translation of metaphor, hyperbole, and imagery in selected passages of the novel The Fault in Our Stars. International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities (INSANIAH), 8(2), 54–71. https://doi.org/10.47254/insaniah.v9i2.1915 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Effendi, O. D., Ravindran, L., *Amini, M., & Alipour, M. (2024). Exploring strategies and perceptions of quality in English to Indonesian translation of idioms in the short story “Dear Life.” International Journal of Language Education and Applied Linguistics, 14(2), 7–19. https://journal.ump.edu.my/ijleal/article/view/10599/3373 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Shen, Y., Lee, S. S., Amini, M., & Lee, K-F. (2024). Perceptions of kindergarten EFL teachers towards teaching pronunciation to Chinese learners. LSP International Journal, 11(2), 83-96. https://doi.org/10.11113/lspi.v11.22633 [MYCITE-indexed]
Geng Q., *Amini M., Binti Hashim S.N.A., & Zhu M. (2024). The mediating roles of academic self-efficacy and learning interest in the relationship between teaching style and math behavior engagement among junior high school students in China. PLoS ONE 19(10): e0311959. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0311959 [WOS/SCIE Q1 - SCOPUS Q1] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Ooi, F. F. X., Choo, S. A. X.E., Saffari, N., Lee, K.-F., & Ravindran, L. (2024). Strategies and challenges in English to Chinese translation of selected song lyrics. JURNAL ARBITRER, 11(3), 244–262. https://arbitrer.fib.unand.ac.id/index.php/arbitrer/article/view/527/268 [SCOPUS Q4] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Ravindran, L., & Lee, K.F. (2024). Implications of using AI in Translation Studies: Trends, challenges, and future direction. Asian Journal of Research in Education and Social Sciences, 6(1), 740-754. https://myjms.mohe.gov.my/index.php/ajress/article/view/24617 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Amini, M., Ravindran, L., & Lee, K. F. (2024). Adapting education shifts in Malaysia After COVID-19: A comprehensive review of flexible assessments, lifelong learning initiatives, and diversified learning trajectories. Asian Journal of Assessment in Teaching and Learning, 14(1), 1–14. https://doi.org/10.37134/ajatel.vol14.1.1.2024 [MYCITE-indexed]
*Amini, M., Alavi, S., Alavi, M., Sadacharam, J., Ganapathy, M., Alipour, M. & Amini, D. (2024). A review on the role of moral emotions in EFL learning. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 13(1), 2533-2545. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v13-i1/21133 [ERA-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Kuek, J. R., *Amini, M., Siau, C.S., Amirdabbaghian, A. (2024). Users’ quality expectations and their correspondence with the realistic features of translation applications. Texto Livre, 17, e42167 https://periodicos.ufmg.br/index.php/textolivre/article/view/42167/39266 [WOS/ESCI Q2 - SCOPUS Q2] (Corresponding author)
He, H., *Amini, M., Ganapathy, M., & Lah, S. C. (2024). The application of Juliane House’s translation quality assessment model in the English translation of Yu Hua’s ‘Yanre de xiatian.’ Cogent Arts & Humanities, 11(1). 2386781 https://doi.org/10.1080/23311983.2024.2386781 [WOS/ESCI Q1 - SCOPUS Q1] (Corresponding author)
Heng, J. X., Lee, K.F., Amini, M. & Ravindran, L. (2024). Instructors’ perceptions and pedagogical approaches to online teaching in selected Malaysian private universities. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education (IJERE), 13(4), 2650-2658. http://doi.org/10.11591/ijere.v13i4.28718 [SCOPUS Q3]
Tingting, G. Lee, K.F., Amini, M. & Ravindran, L. (2024). Pragmatic functions and interpersonal communication using emojis in WeChat by Chinese undergraduate students: A corpus-based study. International Journal of Marketing Semiotics & Discourse Studies, 12,1-30. https://ijmarketingsemiotics.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/emojisfinprint.pdf [SCOPUS Q4]
Saffari, N., *Amini, M., Lee, S. S., Alipour, M., & Naghmeh Abbaspour, B. (2024). Foreign language anxiety in online learning environments: Strategies and implications. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers and Teacher Education, 14(1), 72–83. https://doi.org/10.37134/jrpptte.vol14.1.9.2024 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Alavi, S., & *Amini, M. (2024). The ethical dilemma of academic integrity and job security: A quantitative study on moral obligations in competitive academic environments in Thailand. Asia Social Issues, 17(5), e267154. https://doi.org/10.48048/asi.2024.267154 [TCI-TIER1] (Corresponding author)
Ahadzadeh, A. S., Amini, M. (2024). A moderated mediation model of the intention to use neural implants: The influence of free will and fatalistic determinism. Semarak International Journal of Applied Psychology, 2(1), 1-25. https://myjurnal.mohe.gov.my/public/article-view.php?id=219143 [MYCITE-indexed]
Lee, K.F., & *Amini, M. (2024). A systematic review (2012-2022) of the relationship between humour, motivation, and self-esteem in ESL/EFL classroom. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers & Teacher Education. https://ejournal.upsi.edu.my/index.php/JRPPTTE/article/view/8948 [Mycite-Indexed] (Corresponding author)
Li, J., *Amini, M., Siaw, J. X., & Adi Kasuma, S. A. (2023). Exploring challenges in translating Li Bai’s classical Chinese poems to English. INSANIAH: International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 6(1), 48-60. http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/view/184/116 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Nakajima, M., Lee, K. F., & Amini, M. (2023). A corpus analysis of cohesion in World Health Organization speeches by the Director General on Covid-19 vaccination. Training, Language and Culture, 7(2), 39-54. https://doi.org/10.22363/2521-442X-2023-7-2-39-54 [SCOPUS Q1]
Zeng, X., Ravindran, L., & Amini, M. (2023). Teaching critical thinking to Chinese students in English as a foreign language writing class: A review. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education, 12(3), 1735-1744. https://ijere.iaescore.com/index.php/IJERE/article/view/24699/13675 [SCOPUS Q3]
Dai, Z., Wee, H.T., Ren, S., Zhang, M., Amini, M., & Wang, S. (2023). Systematic review: Factors influencing creativity in the design discipline and assessment criteria. International Journal of Evaluation and Research in Education, 12(3), 1440-1448. http://doi.org/10.11591/ijere.v12i3.24530 [SCOPUS Q3]
Xia, C., *Amini, M., & Lee, K.F. (2023). Humor translation: A case study on the loss of humorous loads in SpongeBob SquarePants. Cadernos de Tradução, 43(1), 1-33. https://doi.org/10.5007/2175-7968.2023.e89705 [SCOPUS Q1 - WOS/ESCI Q3] (Corresponding author)
Koon, W. C., Siau, C. S., Fitriana, M., Fariduddin, M. N., Amini, M., Chu, S. Y., … Ibrahim, N. (2023). Hofstede’s cultural values as factors influencing Malaysian university students’ attitude toward help-seeking: A preliminary study. Malaysian Journal of Public Health Medicine, 23(2), 28–35. https://mjphm.org/index.php/mjphm/article/view/1627 [SCOPUS Q4]
Yan, D., Adi Kasuma, S. A., & Amini, M. (2023). Gender difference in digital literacy among translation trainees: Self-perceptions and application abilities. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 12(3), 2372-2388. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v12-i3/19611 [ERA-indexed]
Han, S., *Amini, M., Singh, M., Alavi, S. & Ghassemiazghandi, M. (2023). International EFL learners’ perceptions about factors leading to English academic writing difficulties in a private university in Malaysia. INSANIAH: International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 6(1), 16-33. http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/view/154/114 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Ravindran, L., Amini, M., Lee, L. K., & Khalifa S. J. (2023). Adapting the blue ocean strategy for educators: opportunities for professional development in the Malaysian higher education context. E-Bangi Journal of Social Sciences & Humanities, 20(2), 9-20. https://journalarticle.ukm.my/21849/1/59415%20210073%201%20PB%20Adapting%20the%20Blue%20Ocean%20Strategy.pdf [MYCITE-indexed]
Jiang, Y., *Amini, M., Lee, KF., Saffari & Ravindran, L. (2023). The use of polysemy and footnote in preserving the artistic conception in English translations of classical Chinese poems. International Journal of Language, Literacy and Translation (IJoLLT), 6(2), 75-101.http://ijollt.usm.my/index.php/current-issue/65-all-article/676-ijollt-06022023-6 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Wong, X. Y., *Amini, M., & Alipour, M. (2023). Genre and translation style in Chinese translation of Hollywood Blockbuster movie titles in mainland China and Hong Kong. Journal of Modern Languages, 33(2), 120-143. https://ejournal.um.edu.my/index.php/JML/article/view/40811 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Yan, D., Adi Kasuma, S. A., & Amini, M. (2023). Status quo of the formative assessment enactments in spoken language interpreter training: A scoping review of research and practice. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 12(4), 652-673. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/ijarped/v12-i4/19884 [ERA-indexed]
He, H., & Amini, M. (2023). Online and offline study materials synthesized in motivating English majors of China in learning English literature. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 13(7), 886–900. http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v13-i7/17583 [ERA-indexed]
He, H., Amini, M., & Wu, Y. (2023). Using British literature to teach empathy to the Chinese university students majoring in English. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 12(2), 1524–1541. https://doi.org/10.6007/IJARPED/v12-i2/17418 [ERA-indexed]
Ravindran, L., & Amini, M. (2023). The role of technology in enhancing intercultural and pragmatic competencies in EFL class. AJELP: Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy, 11(2), 60–70. https://doi.org/10.37134/ajelp.vol11.2.6.2023 [MYCITE-indexed]
*Amini, M., Goh, S. R., Liu, T. Y., & Ravindran, L. (2022). Strategies in translation of geographical names in the novel Journey to the West. INSANIAH: International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 5(2), 44-62. http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/view/174 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Ravindran, L., & Lee, K. F. (2022). A review of the challenges and merits of collaborative learning in online translation classes. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers and Teacher Education, 12(1), 69–79. https://doi.org/10.37134/jrpptte.vol12.1.5.2022 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Tee, Y. H., *Amini, M., Siau, C. S., & Amirdabbaghian, A. (2022). English to Chinese fansub translation of humour in The Marvellous Mrs. Maisel. Texto Livre: Linguagem e Tecnologia, 25, 1-21. https://doi.org/10.35699/1983-3652.2022.37677 [SCOPUS Q2-WOS/ESCI Q2] (Corresponding author)
Ahadzadeh, A. S., Amini, M., Wu, S., & Haolin, Z. (2022). The role of appearance self-schema in the perceived impact of Fitspiration images on the self and others: A study on body image. Makara Human Behavior Studies in Asia [MAKARA HUBS-ASIA], 26(1), 25-36. https://doi.org/10.7454/hubs.asia.3281121 [WOS/ESCI Q3]
Batmanathan, P. D., *Amini, M., & Naghmeh-Abbaspour, B. (2022). Subtitling strategies and translation accuracy in the Malay to English translation of “Ejen Ali: The Movie”. Journal of Modern Languages, 32(2), 37–66. https://doi.org/10.22452/jml.vol32no2.3 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Ting, C., Teng, C. T. Y., Amini, M., Ping, E. L. X., & Xin, W. (2022). Comparing teachers' codes of ethics in China, the US, and Australia and recommendations on them. Hong Kong Journal of Social Sciences, 58, 347-359. http://hkjoss.com/index.php/journal/article/view/483 [SCOPUS Q4]
Sieo, W.M., *Amini, M., Lee, K.F., Lin, S. E., Tee, J.N., & Siau, C.S. (2022). Reading strategies in teaching and learning English as a Foreign Language: A mixed-method study. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 30(2), 475-499. https://doi.org/10.47836/pjssh.30.2.04 [SCOPUS Q2 - WOS/ESCI Q3] (Corresponding author)
Sam, M. M. Y., Siau, C. S., Fitriana, M., Amini, M., Rabbani, M., Prawiromaruto, I. G., & Yahya, A. N. (2022). Internet use and addiction symptoms among young adults during the COVID-19 Movement Control Order: Associations with anxiety and depression. Kasetsart Journal of Social Sciences, 43(1), 159-165. https://so04.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/kjss/article/view/257006 [SCOPUS Q3]
Jominol, J.D., Siau, C.S., Rabbani, M., Amini, M., Yahya, A.N., Tee, J.N., & Fariduddin, M. N. (2022). Knowledge about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) predicts motivation to volunteer: A cross-sectional survey among Psychology students. Jurnal Sains Kesihatan Malaysia, 20(2), 65-71. https://doi.org/10.17576/JSKM-2022-2001-06 [WOS/Zoological Records-MYCITE-indexed]
Khoo, M. S.A., Ahadzadeh, A.S., & *Amini, M. (2022). The impact of media exposure on fashion consciousness: A qualitative study. Kasetsart Journal of Social Sciences, 43(2022), 447-454. https://so04.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/kjss/article/view/258505 [SCOPUS Q3] (Corresponding author)
Chai, W., Ong, H. Y., *Amini, M., & Ravindran L. (2022). The art of paper cutting: Strategies and challenges in Chinese to English subtitle translation of cultural items. Journal of Modern Languages, 32 (1), 84-103. https://doi.org/10.22452/jml.vol32no1.584 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Goh, S.R., *Amini, M., Saffari, N., & Amirdabbaghian, A. (2022). Using strategies to solve problems in translating Chinese to English comics. INSANIAH: Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 5(1), 73-84. http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/download/155/89 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Lau, O. E., *Amini, M., Siau, C. S., & Tan, D. A. L. (2022). Translation of Chinese culture specific items to English in the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. AJELP: Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy. 10(2), 68–81. https://doi.org/10.37134/ajelp.vol10.2.5.2022 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Naghmeh-Abbaspour, B., & Amini, M. (2022). Persian Rumi in American context: Investigating ideological manipulation of illustrations. e-Bangi: Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 19(2), 185-203. https://ejournal.ukm.my/ebangi/article/view/54221 [MYCITE-indexed]
Hee, M. Y., Wong, X. Y., Yuan, J., & *Amini, M. (2022). Footnotes, artistic conception, and strategies in translation of ancient Chinese poetry into English. AJELP: Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy, 10(1), 94-113. https://ojs.upsi.edu.my/index.php/AJELP/article/view/5604 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Liu, Z., Ravindran, L., & Amini, M. (2022). An expanded conceptual model of the involvement Load Hypothesis for incidental vocabulary acquisition. Asia-Pacific Journal of Business, Humanities and Education, 7(2). 62–77. https://apjbhe.segi.edu.my/index.php/segi/article/view/58/50. [other-indexed]
Kanan, M. S., Chuah, R., *Amini, M., & Lee, K. F. (2022). Kinship terms in Malay-English translations: Culture and the perspective of Equivalence Theory. AJELP: Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy, 10(1), 43-55. https://doi.org/10.37134/ajelp.vol10.1.4.2022 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Rezaeisharif, A. Karimianpour, G., Amini, M., & Alafasghari, F. (2022). Psychometric properties of school climate scale among secondary school students. School Psychology and Institutions, 10(4). https://doi.org/10.22098/jsp.2022.1461 [other-indexed]
*Amini, M., Ng, S. H., Ooi, H., & Siau, C. S. (2021). “Explicitation” in Malay to English translation of Usman Awang’s Sahabatku (Kepada Dr M K Rajakumar). AJELP: The Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy, 9(1), 80-91. https://doi.org/10.37134/ajelp.vol9.1.7.2021 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Daud, N.A., Batmanathan, P. D., *Amini, M., & Naghmeh-Abbaspour, B. (2021). Application of Skopos theory in evaluation of readability and cohesion in English to Malay translation of four selected children fables. INSANIAH: Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 4(2), 41-61. http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/view/163/66 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Azhar, N. Z. N., Siau, C. S., Fitriana, M., Rabbani, M., Yahya, A. N., Ravindran, L., & Amini, M. (2021). The relationship between psychological distress, religiosity, loneliness, and death anxiety among Malaysian private university students. MOJPC: Malaysia Online Journal of Psychology & Counselling, 8(2), 16-28. https://mojc.um.edu.my/index.php/MOJC/article/view/33955 [MYCITE-indexed]
Lee, K.F., Ravindran, L., & Amini, M. (2021). A review on the implications of Realia in enhancing students’ educational experience in online language classroom. Journal of Research, Policy & Practice of Teachers & Teacher Education, 11(2), 17-27. https://doi.org/10.37134/jrpptte.vol11.2.2.2021 [MYCITE-indexed]
Tan, A. K. D., Amini, M., & Lee, K.F. (2021). Challenges faced by non-professional interpreters in interpreting church sermons in Malaysia. INSANIAH: Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Humanities, 4(1), 53-74. http://insaniah.umk.edu.my/journal/index.php/insaniah/article/view/129/56 [MyCite-indexed]
Alavi, M., Abdul Latif, A., Ninggal, M.T., Mustaffa, M. S. & Amini, M. (2020). Family functioning and attachment among young adults in western and non-western societies. The Journal of Psychology, 154(5), 346-366. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32394798/ [SCOPUS Q1 - WOS/SSCI Q2]
*Amini, M., Zahabi, A., Amini, D., & Alavi, S. S. H. (2020). A review of reading strategies and models in learning and teaching of English as a Foreign Language. AJELP: The Asian Journal of English Language & Pedagogy, 8(2), 14-26. https://doi.org/10.37134/ajelp.vol8.2.2.2020 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Wan, S.Y.C., & *Amini, M. (2020). Secondary world infrastructures and Storyworld of The Little Prince novella. Pertanika Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 28(1), 175-189. http://www.pertanika.upm.edu.my/pjssh/browse/regular-issue?article=JSSH-4478-2019 [SCOPUS Q2 - WOS/ESCI Q3] (Corresponding author)
Peng Aik, C., Rabbani M., & Amini M. (2020). The association between perfectionism and social anxiety among adolescents in Selangor, Malaysia. The Journal of Health and Translational Medicine (JUMMEC), 23(1), 1-5. https://mojc.um.edu.my/index.php/jummec/article/view/21880] (also known as Journal of the University of Malaya Medical Centre) [SCOPUS Q4]
Ng, S.H., Lin, S.E., Lee, C., & Amini, M. (2020). ESL reading assessment tool for pre-schoolers in Malaysia. Berjaya Journal of Services and Management. 14, 3-16. https://journal.berjaya.edu.my/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/July-2020_3-16.pdf [MYCITE-indexed]
Azman, N.I., Lin, S.E., & *Amini, M. Alavi, M. (2020). Instructors and students’ use of literal, reorganization, and inferential reading strategies. The Journal of Applied Linguistics and Applied Literature: Dynamics and Advances, 8(2),179-196. http://jalda.azaruniv.ac.ir/article_14110.html [SCOPUS Q3] (Corresponding author)
James, O.E., *Amini, M., & Yaqubi, M. (2020). English language anxiety: A case study on undergraduate ESL students in Malaysia. Studies in Linguistics and Literature, 4(1), 9-39. [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Rezaeisharif, A., Sadeghi, Z., & Amini, M. (2020). Effectiveness of strength-oriented family therapy on hope, anxiety, stress and depression among mothers of children with cancer. Journal of Preventive Counselling, 1(2), 54-68. http://jpc.uma.ac.ir/article_1035.html [other-indexed]
Amini, D., Amini, M., & Naseri Maleki, F. (2019). Investigating noticing in narrative writing tasks and its effect on EFL learners' writing performance. Applied Research on English Language, 8(3), 365-382. https://are.ui.ac.ir/article_23685.html [SCOPUS Q2]
Alavi, M., Seng, J. H., Mustaffa, M. S., Ninggal, M. T., Amini, M., & Latif, A. A. (2019). Attention, impulsiveness, and gender in academic achievement among typically developing children. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 126(1), 5-24. https://doi.org/10.1177%2F0031512518809163 [WOS/SSCI Q3 - SCOPUS Q3]
Wong, D. S. N., Tan, W.Y., & *Amini, M. (2019). Violation of Grice’s maxims in Malay-English translations of Si Tanggang and Sang Kancil dan Buaya. Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems, 11(5), 1196-1201. https://www.jardcs.org/abstract.php?id=1497 [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Jing, N.X., & *Amini, M. (2019). Problems and solutions in English-Chinese translation of song lyrics in Mulan. Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamic and Control Systems, 11(05-Special Issue), 1202-1206. https://www.jardcs.org/abstract.php?id=1498 [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Kuan, S. K. L., Dagusti, O., *Amini, M., & Rabbani, M. (2019). English to Malay translation of culture-specific items in selected Penang tourist brochures. Studies in Linguistics and Literature, 3(1), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.22158/sll.v3n1p1 [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Alavi, S.S., & Zahabi, A. (2018). The efficacy of procedural and declarative learning strategies on EFL students’ oral proficiency. The Journal of Applied Linguistics and Applied Literature: Dynamics and Advances (JALDA), 4(1), 45-61. https://dx.doi.org/10.22049/jalda.2018.26092.1036 [SCOPUS Q3] (Corresponding author)
Ahadzadeh, A.S., Rafik-Galea, S., Alavi, M., & Amini, M. (2018). Relationship between body mass index, body image, and fear of negative evaluation: Moderating role of self-esteem. Health Psychology Open, 1-8. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29977587/ [SCOPUS Q2 - WOS/ESCI Q3]
James, O.E., Tan, J. Y. S., & *Amini, M. (2018). Translation strategies in the Chinese and Indonesian translations of English Christmas carols. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, Special Issue 6, 1097-1104. https://arpgweb.com/pdf-files/spi6.1.1097.1104.pdf [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Wang Min, Amini, M. (2018). Pragmatic presuppositions in Chinese skin-whitening advertisements. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, Special Issue 6, 1105-1110. https://arpgweb.com/pdf-files/spi6.4.1105.1110.pdf [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Wan, S.Y.C., Abu Bakar, A., *Amini, M., & Rafik-Galea, S. (2018). Problems and solutions in English translations of Malay short stories. The Journal of Social Sciences Research, Special Issue 6, 1158-1166. https://arpgweb.com/pdf-files/spi6.3.2.1158.1166.pdf [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Yaqubi, M. Tahir, R. I., & Amini, M. (2018). Translation of onomatopoeia: Somewhere between Equivalence and Function. Studies in Linguistics and Literature, 2(3), 205-222. https://doi.org/10.22158/sll.v2n3p205 [other-indexed]
Amini, D., & *Amini, M. (2017). Integrating emotional, motivational and cognitive engagement to create state of flow in language learning tasks. Journal of Language and Communication, 4(1), 27-41. https://fbmk.upm.edu.my/upload/dokumen/20170809134214JLC_MARCH_2017_-_7.8.2017.pdf#page=33 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Amini, D., Alavi, S.S. H., & Esfandiari, M.R. (2017). Malaysian and non-Malaysian users’ quality expectations in conference interpreting. Journal of Translator Education and Translation Studies, 2(4), 22-44. https://portal.issn.org/resource/ISSN/2451-3504 [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Alavi, M., Mehrinezhad, S. A., Amini, M., & Kaur A/P Parthaman Singh, M. (2017). Family functioning and trait emotional intelligence among youth. Health Psychology Open, 1-5. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/2055102917748461 [SCOPUS Q2 - WOS/ESCI Q3]
*Amini, M., Alavi, S.S., & Amini, D. (2016). Clients’ quality expectations in Malaysian conference interpreting. International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, 3(1), 14-36. https://ijmmu.com/index.php/ijmmu/article/view/36 [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M. Amini, D., & Esfandiari, M.R. (2016). Conference typology and users’ quality perceptions in Malaysian conference interpreting. Journal of Language and Communication, 3(2), 147-169. https://journalfbmk.upm.edu.my/ojs3/index.php/jlc/article/view/86 [MYCITE-indexed] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Amini, D., & Yaqubi, M. (2016). Interpreters’ perceptions on their profession and quality in Malaysian conference interpreting. Studies in English Language Teaching (SELT), 4(1), 77-86. [other-indexed]
Amini, D., Ayari, S., & Amini, M. (2016). The effect of flow state on EFL learners’ vocabulary learning. International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, 3(5), 9-11. https://ijmmu.com/index.php/ijmmu/article/view/54/0 [other-indexed]
Alavi, S.S., & Amini, M. (2016). Language trajectory through corrective feedback. International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, 3(4), 7-13. https://ijmmu.com/index.php/ijmmu/article/view/53 [other-indexed]
Rahimi, F., Esfandiari, M.R., & Amini, M. (2016). An overview of studies conducted on washback, impact and validity. Studies in Literature and Language, 13(4), 6-14. https://sebu.pw/anoverviewofstudies.pdf [other-indexed]
*Amini, M., Ibrahim- González, N., Ayob, L., & Amini, D. (2015). Users’ quality expectations in conference interpreting. International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, 2(5), 1-17. https://ijmmu.com/index.php/ijmmu/article/view/26 [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)
Alavi, S. S., Chow, T. V. F., & Amini, M. (2015). L2 learners’ proficiency development through noticing feedback. International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, 2 (5), 25-41. https://ijmmu.com/index.php/ijmmu/article/view/24 [other-indexed]
Alavi, S.S., Chow, T. V. F., & Amini, M. (2015). Vocabulary development through corrective feedback. International Journal of Multicultural and Multireligious Understanding, 2(6), 25-41. https://ijmmu.com/index.php/ijmmu/article/view/53 [other-indexed]
Amini, D., & Amini, M. (2014). Teacher and learner in humanistic language teaching. The Journal of Applied Linguistics and Applied Literature: Dynamics and Advances (JALDA), 2(1), 13-24. https://jalda.azaruniv.ac.ir/article_13515.html [SCOPUS Q3]
*Amini, M., Ibrahim- González, N., & Ayob, L. (2013). Quality of interpreting from users’ perspectives. International Journal of Language and Education, 2(1), 89-98. [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., & Ibrahim-González, N. (2012). The washback effect of cloze and multiple-choice tests on vocabulary acquisition. Language in India, 12(7), 71-91. http://www.languageinindia.com/july2012/aminibackwashfinal.html [other-indexed] (Corresponding author)

Guest Edited Journal Issue

Amini, M., & Zahabi, A. (Eds.). (2025). Communicating across borders: Unveiling the pragmatic foundations in applied linguistics [Special issue]. International Review of Pragmatics, 17(2), 181-396. https://brill.com/view/journals/irp/17/2/irp.17.issue-2.xml [WOS/ESCI Q2 - SCOPUS Q2] (Corresponding author)

Edited Books

Amini, M. (Ed.). (2026). Multimodality and Translation in Audiovisual Media. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5717-1
Amini, M. (Ed.). (2026). Bridging Theory and Practice in Translation: Perspectives, Challenges, and Innovations. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3705-0
Amini, M. (Ed.). (2026). Enhancing Quality in Conference Interpreting. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3710-4
Ai Lin Tan, D. & Amini, M. (Eds.). (2026). Dynamics of Cultural Mediation in Translation. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5037-0
Amini, M. (Ed.). (2025). Cutting-edge approaches in translator education and pedagogy. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-6463-5 [SCOPUS]
Ahadzadeh, A. S., Amini, M, & Wu, S. (Eds.). (2025). Navigating health information in the age of Artificial Intelligence. IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5837-5 [SCOPUS]
Chan, G. & Amini, M. (Eds.). (2017). Melaka: Signs of culture & heritage: An appreciation of the culture & history of the oldest city by a new generation of Malaysians. Advation Sdn. Bhd.: Malaysia.

Book Chapters

*Amini, M., Alavi, S., & Wu, S. (2026). From Tradition to Innovation: Understanding the Shifts in Translation Pedagogy and Practice. In M. Amini (Ed.), Bridging Theory and Practice in Translation: Perspectives, Challenges, and Innovations (pp. 1-34). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3705-0.ch001(Corresponding author)
Yan, D., Kasuma, S. A. A., & Amini, M. (2026). Revisiting dialogic feedback in the age of GenAI: An investigation into L2 writers’ feedback seeking interactions. In G. Durak, S. Çankaya, & M. Sharples (Eds.), Generative AI in education (pp.261–281). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-95-4871-2_14
Hu, O., *Amini, M., Chen, X., & Gao, X. (2026). Methodological evolution in Multimodal Audiovisual Translation research: Shifts, Trends, and Future Directions (2015-2025). In M. Amini (Ed.), Multimodality and Translation in Audiovisual Media (pp. 1-36). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5717-1.ch001 (Corresponding author)
Wang, Q. & *Amini, M. (2026). Exploring humor subtitling strategies and quality in selected episodes of the sitcom Friends. In M. Amini (Ed.), Multimodality and Translation in Audiovisual Media (pp. 67-100). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5717-1.ch003 (Corresponding author)
Chen, X., Hu, O., & *Amini, M. (2026). Clarity, say-ability, and memorability: Localizing ability names in MOBA games under multimodal constraints. In M. Amini (Ed.), Multimodality and Translation in Audiovisual Media (pp. 129-166). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5717-1.ch005 (Corresponding author)
Wong, X. Y., *Amini, M., & Wu, S. (2026). English to Chinese Translations of Hollywood Blockbuster Movie Titles in Mainland China and Hong Kong: A Comparative Study on Strategies and Skopos. In M. Amini (Ed.), Bridging Theory and Practice in Translation: Perspectives, Challenges, and Innovations (pp. 69-114). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3705-0.ch003 (Corresponding author)
Shen, L., *Amini, M., & Kasuma, S. A. (2026). Rethinking AI-Assisted Conference Interpreting in Medical and Mental Health Contexts: Linguistic Challenges, Role Transformation, and Human-Machine Collaboration. In M. Amini (Ed.), Enhancing Quality in Conference Interpreting (pp. 245-276). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3710-4.ch008 (Corresponding author)
Cao, X. & *Amini, M. (2026). Strategic Technology Adoption by Conference Interpreters in China: Challenges and Implications. In M. Amini (Ed.), Enhancing Quality in Conference Interpreting (pp. 205-244). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-3710-4.ch007 (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M. & Wu, S. (2026). From Mandarin to Melody: Exploring English Translations of Chinese Songs. In D. Ai Lin Tan & M. Amini (Eds.), Dynamics of Cultural Mediation in Translation (pp. 211-234). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5037-0.ch007 (Corresponding author)
Yang, C., Wang, Q., *Amini, M., & He, Q. (2026). Cultural Mediation Through Translation: A Mixed-Methods Study of Culture-Specific Items in Two English Versions of The True Story of Ah Q. In D. Ai Lin Tan & M. Amini (Eds.), Dynamics of Cultural Mediation in Translation (pp. 105-136). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3373-5037-0.ch004 (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Zahabi, A., & Yiqiu, W. (2025). Employing artificial intelligence to foster moral emotions in English language education: A review. In V. P. H. Pham, A. Lian, A. Lian, & J. White (Eds.), Empowering educators: Integrating AI tools for personalized language instruction (Studies in Computational Intelligence, Vol. 1228, pp. 15–34). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-032-01348-4_2 [SCOPUS Q3] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M. & Ahadzadeh, A. S. (2025). Cyberchondria in the age of online health information. In A. Ahadzadeh, M. Amini, & S. Wu (Eds.), Navigating health information in the age of Artificial Intelligence (pp. 203-228). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5837-5.ch007 [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Zahabi, A., & Ganapathy, M. (2025). Benefits and challenges of integrating AI tools in language education. In V. Pham, A. Lian, A. Lian, & S. Barros (Eds.), Implementing AI Tools for Language Teaching and Learning (pp. 87-104). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://www.igi-global.com/gateway/chapter/377893 [SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Ravindran, L., Amini, M., Fong, L.K. (2025). Developing critical thinking skills in EFL teaching: Approaches and trends. In: Mekala, S., Shabitha, M.P. (Eds.) Thinking Skills in Higher Education (pp. 279-294). Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-96-5600-4_21 [SCOPUS]
Wu, S. L. & Amini, M. (2025). Emotionally intelligent AI: Redefining wellness in the digital age. In A. Ahadzadeh, M. Amini, & S. Wu (Eds.), Navigating health information in the age of Artificial Intelligence (pp. 37-66). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-5837-5.ch002 [SCOPUS]
Shen. L. L. & Amini, M. (2025). Teaching English through Computer-Assisted Translation: A review of the advantages, challenges, and prospects in China. In M. Amini (Ed.), Cutting-Edge Approaches in Translator Education and Pedagogy (pp.1-30). IGI Global Scientific Publishing. https://doi.org/10.4018/979-8-3693-6463-5.ch001 [SCOPUS]
*Amini, M., Ravindran, L. (2024). A review on the social impacts of automation on human capital in Malaysia. In K. Palanikumar, E. Natarajan, S. Ramesh & J. Paulo Davim. (Eds.), Machine Intelligence in Mechanical Engineering (pp. 327-342). Woodhead Publishing Reviews: Mechanical Engineering Series. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-443-18644-8.00007-1[SCOPUS] (Corresponding author)
Ravindran, L., Lee, KF., & Amini, M. (2023). Pedagogical approaches of ESL educators with an intent-focussing on interaction, time and pace during COVID-19: Lessons learnt. In So-Sum Wai-Cook, M., Saleh, A., Bista, K. (Eds.), Online Teaching and Learning in Asian Higher Education (pp.101-125). Palgrave Macmillan, Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland AG. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-38129-4_6 [SCOPUS]

Book Reviews

Zahabi, A., & *Amini, M. (2023). Book Review: ESL/EFL Teaching Practice and Methodology: 20 Years of Experience Teaching English in a Single Book!. Reflections, 30, 3. https://so05.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/reflections/issue/view/17572 [Published in SCOPUS Q2 Journal] (Corresponding author)
Amini, M., Hermilinda Abas, I., Zahabi, A., & Thanyaphaisan, S. (2025). Book Review: AI Revolution: Profitable Opportunities in the age of Artificial Intelligence. Journal of Multidisciplinary in Social Sciences, 21(2). https://so03.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/sduhs/article/view/277552 [Published in SCOPUS Q4/TCI Journal] (Corresponding author)

Conference Proceedings

*Amini, M. (2022). Interdisciplinary research in Humanities and Social Sciences: Trends, challenges, and solutions. Proceedings of The National and International Conference on Humanities, and Social Sciences: Empowering Humanities through Interdisciplinary Perspectives (pp.ii-xiv) Thailand. http://utcc2.utcc.ac.th/humanities_conference2022/Proceedings_2022.pdf (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Alavi, S.S., Zahabi, A., & Vorster, E. (2017). Patterns of corrective feedback in EFL dyadic classroom interaction. Proceedings of the 8th Hatyai National and International Conference. June 22, 2017, Hatyai University: Thailand. http://www.hu.ac.th/conference/conference2017/proceedings/data/05-1-Oral%20Presentation/6.Social%20Sciences/52-G8-5-112S-O(Seyedsaber%20Alavihosseini).pdf (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M., Ibrahim-González, N., & Ayob, L. (2012). Quality of interpreting from users’ perspectives. Proceedings of the 7th Malaysia International Conference on Languages, Literatures and Cultures (MICOLLAC), 2012. (Corresponding author) https://books.google.com.my/books/about/Proceedings_of_the_7th_Malaysia_Internat.html?id=G4NJnQAACAAJ&redir_esc=y
Ravindran, L., Amini, M., & Wong B.E. (2022). The role of English language, networking and internationalization in globalizing private universities in Malaysia. Proceedings of Seminar Pengantarabangsaan Pengajian Tinggi 2022 (SPPT 2022), (pp.1-26). https://oarep.usim.edu.my/entities/equipment/25703a68-899e-4c1a-b3e1-4786e3c7fe49
Wu, S., Amini, M. (2023). A Corpus-based study of modal verbs in English to Chinese courtroom discourse translation: A Systemic Functional Approach. Proceedings of the 6^th International Postgraduate Colloquium (INPAC 2023), (P.15). Universiti Sains Malaysia. https://ppblt.usm.my/index.php/conferences
Xiang, X., & *Amini, M. (2022). Problems and solutions in the English to Chinese translation of proper names in J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter. Proceedings of the 11th MELTA International Research Conference in English Language Education, (MIRCELE online 2022) (pp. 33-52). https://mircele2022.com/e-proceedings/ (Corresponding author)

Other publications

*Amini, M. & Rahamatullah, U. S. (2026). Penterjemahan sebagai bidang penyelidikan antara disiplin: Perspektif global dan dinamik semasa.[Translation as an interdisciplinary field of research: Global perspectives and contemporary dynamics] Simply Speaking: Universiti Sains Malaysia’s Blog for Science, Arts & Society. The Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE) Universiti Sains Malaysia https://simplyspeaking.usm.my/index.php/category/education/97-penterjemahan-sebagai-bidang-penyelidikan-antara-disiplin-perspektif-global-dan-dinamik-semasa (Corresponding author)
*Amini, M. & Lee, P. L. (2026).Terjemahan dalam zaman AI: Cabaran, etika dan elemen manusia. [Translation in the age of AI: Challenges, ethics, and the human element]. Simply Speaking: Universiti Sains Malaysia’s Blog for Science, Arts & Society. The Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE). Universiti Sains Malaysia. https://simplyspeaking.usm.my/index.php/category/education/99-terjemahan-dalam-zaman-ai-cabaran-etika-dan-elemen-manusia?utm_source=chatgpt.com (Corresponding author)
Amini, M. (2022). Chinese to English poetry translation: A case of Cao Cao’s Duan Ge Xing. Simply Speaking: Universiti Sains Malaysia’s Blog for Science, Arts & Society. The Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE) Universiti Sains Malaysia. https://simplyspeaking.usm.my/index.php/category/art/84-chinese-to-english-poetry-translation-a-case
Amini, M. (2022). Emotions, motivation and humanistic approach in teaching and learning. Simply Speaking: Universiti Sains Malaysia’s Blog for Science, Arts & Society. The Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE) Universiti Sains Malaysia, https://simplyspeaking.usm.my/index.php/category/education/87-emotions-motivation-and-humanistic-approach-in-teaching-and-learning (Corresponding author)
Amini, M. (2022). Challenges in translating nursery rhymes from Malay to English. Simply Speaking: Universiti Sains Malaysia’s Blog for Science, Arts & Society. The Centre for Development of Academic Excellence (CDAE) Universiti Sains Malaysia, https://simplyspeaking.usm.my/index.php/category/art/86-challenges-in-translating-nursery-rhymes-from-malay-to-english
Amini, M. (2020). Research and teaching: my engagement in this dialogue. UCSI Newsletter, 2(4), 10-11. https://www.ucsiuniversity.edu.my/sites/default/files/ucsi_newsletter_august_2020_vol._2_no._4.pdf

Intellectual Property/Copyright Filed

Author: Dr. Mansour Amini [Title: Common English Grammatical Mitsakes Among Malaysian Learners]
Type and reference number: Literary: LY2021E02612 [Date: 29 Jul 2021]
Authors: Dr. Lee Kam-Fong & Dr. Mansour Amini [Title: Instrument For Assessing Research Proposals In Social Sciences And Humanities (IFARPSSH)]
Type and reference number: Literary: IPR/MM/CR/3/2024 [Date: 29 Apr 2024]
Authors: Dr. Mansour Amini, Dr. Manjet Kaur A/P Mehar Singh, Dr. Malini A/P N G Ganapathy & Dr. Debbita Tan Ai Lin [Garis Panduan Temu Duga Untuk Pelajar Pascasiswazah Mod Penyelidikan (Interview Guidelines For Research Mode Postgraduatе Students]. Owner: Universiti Sains Malaysia. Type and reference number: Literary: DV2025 P00275] Date: 20/01/2025]
Authors: Lee Kam Fong, Mansour Amini, & Latha Ravindran. [Title: Systematic guides in drafting 3-chapter research proposal for postgraduate students.] Owner: SEGi University and Universiti Sains Malaysia. Type and reference number: Literary [CRLY2025W11046] Date: 05 November 2025]
Authors: Mansour Amini, Lee Kam Fong [Title: Research Methodology In Translation Studies.] Owner: Universiti Sains Malaysia and SEGi University. Type and reference number: Literary [CRLY2025W11047]. Date: 05 November 2025]

Grant Assessment/External Examination/Program Assessment

Appointed by The Swiss National Science Foundation, Switzerland as an external research grant evaluator (January 2024)
Appointed as Evaluator for UCSI Research Excellence & Innovation Grant (REIG) Proposal (01.01.2021-01.02.2023)
Appointed by as an external reviewer for four grant proposals, XIAMEN University Malaysia (May 2020).
Appointed by as external examiner of The Stellar Prize 2020 Outstanding Research Proposals, XIAMEN University Malaysia (December 2020).
Master of TESOL, External Examiner of Viva Voce, 16.09.2020, Payap University, Thailand
PhD. External Examiner of Viva Voce, 09.01.2025, Western Sydney University, Australia.
PhD. External Examiner of Viva Voce, 20.11.2025, Faculty of Education, Language, Psychology and Music, SEGi University, Malaysia
External Examiner of Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in English and Public Relations programme (June 2025 – June 2027), Faculty of Education, Language, Psychology and Music, SEGi University, Malaysia

Editor @

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications [https://www.nature.com/palcomms/] [WOS:SCIE Q1]

Plos One [journals.plos.org/plosone] [WOS:SCIE Q2]

Malaysian Journal of ELT Research (MaJER) [melta.org.my/journals]

Reviewer @

AILA 2024 – International Association of Applied Linguistics World Congress
AJELP: The Asian Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
Artificial Intelligence in Education [Publisher: Emerald Publishing]
ASR Chiang Mai University Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities [Publisher: Chiang Mai University]
Babel [Publisher: John Benjamins]
British Journal of Educational Technology [Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell on behalf of British Educational Research Association (BERA)]
Cadernos de Tradução [Publisher: Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil]
Chinese Journal of Applied Linguistics [Publisher: De Gruyter Mouton]
Cogent Business and Management [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
Cogent Education [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
Cogent Social Sciences [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
Discover Psychology [Publisher: Springer]
Education Studies [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
Global South Literary Studies [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
Humanities & Social Sciences Open [Publisher: Elsevier]
IGI Global Scientific Publishing
Interface Journal of European Languages and Literatures [Publisher: the European Languages Division, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures at National Taiwan University (NTU)]
International Journal of Language, Literacy and Translation (IJoLLT) [Publisher: Universiti Sains Malaysia]
International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
International Online Journal of Language, Communication, and Literature [Publisher: Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK)]
JALDA: Journal of Applied Linguistics and Applied Literature – Dynamics and Advances [Publisher: Azarbaijan shahid Madani Univeristy]
Journal of General Psychology [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]
Journal of Modern Languages [Publisher: Universiti Malaya]
Journal of Multidisciplinary in Social Science [Publisher: Suan Dusit University, Thailand]
Jurnal ARBITRER [Publisher: Universitas Andalas, Indonesia]
Kasetsart Journal of Social Sciences [Publisher: Kasetsart University, Thailand].
Knowledge (MDPI)
Language and Literature [Publisher: Sage]
PLOS ONE [Publisher: Public Library of Science
Psychological Reports [Publisher: Sage]
SEARCH Journal of Media and Communication Research [Publisher: Taylor's University, Malaysia]
The Pertanika Journal of Scholarly Research Reviews (PJSRR) [Publisher: University Putra Malaysia]
The Translator [Publisher: Taylor & Francis]

Supervision

Phd Supervision (Graduated)

Wu Shuangjiao, PHD, RESEARCH, A Mixed Methods Study on Modality Shifts, Translation Choices, and Translation Solutions in English-to-Chinese Courtroom Translation. (Main Supervisor) [Universiti Sains Malaysia].
Wang Qiufen, PHD, RESEARCH, Exploring Translation Errors, Strategies and Perceptions in Chinese to English Translations of CSIS in Hong Loumeng. (Main Supervisor) [Universiti Sains Malaysia].
Yan Da, PHD, RESEARCH , Development of a Formative Assessment Regime for Chinese-English Interpreter Training and Its Effects on Academic Achievement, Motivation, and Collaboration (Co-supervisor) [Universiti Sains Malaysia].
Geng Qing , PHD, RESEARCH , Mediating Roles of Academic Self-efficacy and Learning Interest in the Relationship between Teaching Style, Teacher Support and Math Engagement among Junior Secondary School Students in Nanjing City, China. Co-supervisor)[UCSI University Malaysia]
Wang Yiqiu, PHD, RESEARCH, Mediating Role of Emotion Regulation and Cognitive Flexibility in the Relationship between Decision-Making Difficulties and Social Problem-Solving Skills among Young Chinese Cadres in Zhejiang Province, China. Co-supervisor) [UCSI University Malaysia]
Liu Zhen, PHD, RESEARCH, Impact of viewing-plus-tasks on incidental learning of receptive aural form-meaning linkage among EFL learners. (Co-supervisor) [SEGi University Malaysia]
Peng Qian, PHD, RESEARCH, The Impact of Institutional Support and Autonomous Learning on Vocational College Students' Academic Motivation in Shandong College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. (Co-supervisor) [SEGi University Malaysia]
Shi Qian, PHD, RESEARCH, Analysis of the EFL Learner Autonomy in a Blended English Listening Course of English Majors in a Normal University in Henan Province, China. (Co-supervisor) [SEGi University Malaysia]
Wang Jing, PHD, RESEARCH,The Role of EFL Proficiency in Promoting Chinese, Social-Cultural Capital for Finance College Students' Career Development in China. (Co-supervisor) [SEGi University Malaysia]
Shan Yu. PHD, RESEARCH, Impact of Incorporating Traditional Chinese Culture on English-Speaking Performance: Student Motivation and Student Attitude As Mediator. (Co-supervisor) [SEGi University Malaysia]

Talks

Amini, M. (2025). Thriving in thesis supervision: Expectations, negotiation, and collaboration. 07.10.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Mastering integrity, structure, and strategy in academic writing and research publication. 09.09.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). A practical guide towards topic selection for novice researchers in translation studies. 04.09.2025. 10th International Language Learning Conference (ILLC) 2025. George Town, Penang, Malaysia. [Conference presentation]

Amini, M. (2025). Cultural adaptation in game localization: A study of character name translation in Dota 2 for the Chinese market. 03.09.2025. 10th International Language Learning Conference (ILLC) 2025. George Town, Penang, Malaysia. [Conference presentation]

Amini, M. (2025). Exploring the role of moral emotions in English language teaching. 04.09.2025. 10th International Language Learning Conference (ILLC) 2025. George Town, Penang, Malaysia. [Conference presentation]

Amini, M. (2025). Effective and responsible use of AI tools in academic writing and research publication.18.08.2025. 5th Asian Conference on Educational Development (ACED), (Online via Zoom, organized by the Philippine Association of Institutions for Research [PAIR]). (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Mixed methods research design. 24.06.2025. 45^th Postgraduate Colloquium on Empowering postgraduate research through Artificial intelligence: Innovations, ethics and impact. School of Management. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Enhancing language learning through social media : Tools and techniques. 19.06.2025. International Academic Forum: HUSO Visiting Scholar Forum 2025. Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Phuket Rajabhat University, Thailand. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Step-by-step guide for book publication. 13.06.2025. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Steps in constructing a questionnaire. 04.06.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Educational research: The worldviews, designs, and methods. 06.05.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Talk and hands-on workshop on research methodology. 30.04.2025. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Technical English for effective research writing. 29.04.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Sampling methods in qualitative and quantitative research. 04.03.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Writing an impactful research proposal: A step-by-step guide [Part 2: Literature Review]. 20.02.2025. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2025). Writing Citation, Academic Publication. 15.01.2025. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Guest Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Steps in writing a research proposal: Tips to avoid common mistakes. 30.11.2024. QUVAE Research and Publications. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Building resilient minds and systems: Harnessing research and innovation for a sustainable educational future. 28.11.2024. 6th Asian Virtual Conference on Institutional and Action Research 2024 (6th AVCIAR 2024). Asian Society of Teachers for Research, Inc. (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Writing an impactful research proposal: A step-by-step guide [Part 1]. 06.11.2024. Online Professional & Personal Development Programme. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Validity and reliability in qualitative translation research. 04.11.2024. International Translation Day 2024. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Reinventing research pedagogy in the age of artificial intelligence. 21.10.2024. 6th Asia Pacific Conference on Interdisciplinary Research. Asian Association for Interdisciplinary Research Inc. (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Principles of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods research designs. 17.10.2024. Institute of Postgraduate Studies. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Mapping educational research papers across quantitative, qualitative, and mixed designs. 11.10.2024. INTI International College Penang, Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Qualitative research design and thematic analysis using ATLAS.ti. 20.09.2024. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). AI in Translation Studies: Current trends, challenges, and prospects. 10th International Conference on Smart Computing and Communication (ICSCC 2024). 25.07.2024. Bali, Indonesia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Publication tips, rigorous research design, and methods in Educational Research. 09.07.2024. Shinawatra University, Thailand. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Research methods in communication. 7.5.2024. Xiamen University Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). Live Q&A session for MA and PhD SoLLaT students. 29.04.2024. SoLLaT Postgraduate Club Committee. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2024). A Talk for Silpakorn University’s MA research students: Transitioning into PhD Study. 25.04.2024. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2023). Translation as an interdisciplinary research field: The significance and gaps. 25.08.2023. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Guest Speaker)

Amini, M. (2023). Integrative qualitative research. 10.06.2023. Xiamen University Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2023). Qualitative research Methods: How to choose, use and write. 25.05.2023. Xiamen University Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2023). Scientific article writing for Scopus indexed journal. 11.01.2023. School of Education. Universiti Negeri Medan Indonesia. (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2023). Technical English for thesis and manuscript writing. 04.01.2023. Engineering Campus. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2023). A Corpus-based study of modal verbs in English to Chinese courtroom discourse translation: A Systemic Functional Approach. The 6^th International Postgraduate Colloquium (INPAC 2023). Universiti Sains Malaysia. [Colloquium Presenetation].

Amini, M. (2022). An educational research perspective towards topic selection for novice researchers in Translation and Interpreting. 11th MELTA International Research Conference in English Language Education (MIRCELE ONLINE 2022). 17.12.2022. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2022). Essentials of academic writing: Tips for novice researchers. 12.2022. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2022). Topic selection in Translation research projects. Talk Series: International Translation Day. 26.09.2022. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2022). Postgraduate Research: Expectations vs Reality. 10.06.2022. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2022). Interdisciplinary research in Humanities and Social Sciences: trends, challenges and solutions. The National and International Conference on Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences "Empowering Humanities through Interdisciplinary Perspectives". School of Humanities University of the Thai Chamber of Commerce. 01.06.2022. (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2022). Ethics and professionalism in project and assignment accomplishment. 04.2022. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2022). Principles of conducting research. 15.02.2022. Centre for Research and development, SIMAD University. Somalia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2021). Principles of research methodology in education, social sciences, and humanities. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. 18.12.2021. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2021). Research trends in Translation. School of Languages, Literacies and Translation. Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Guest speaker)

Amini, M. (2021). Pedagogical approach with an intent focusing on Interaction, Time & Pace during Covid-19: Lessons Learnt. Australia-ASEAN Academics Forum: Online Education During COVID-19 and Beyond. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2021). Why Mixed methods research design? Mohaghegh Ardabili University, Iran. (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2021). Essentials of proposal writing. UCSI University, Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2021). How to Present Research Project in 15 Minutes. UCSI University, Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2020). Structuring a research paper in Social Sciences. UCSI University, Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2020). Structuring a research paper in Social Sciences. Phuket Rajabhat University, Thailand. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2020). English language teaching in the mainstream of Industrial Revolution 4.0: Challenges and opportunities. Paper presented at The Second International Conference on English Language Education (ICONELE 2020), Indonesia. (Keynote Speaker)

Amini, M. (2019). Task-based language teaching in translation and interpreting training. Paper presented at Teflin 66 International Conference of Communications, Universitas Negeri Medan, Indonesia. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2019). Improving Research and Publication. Phuket Rajabhat University, Thailand. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2019). Problems and solutions in English translation of Malay short stories. The Asia TEFL International Conference and the 6th FLLT International Conference. Bangkok, Thailand. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2018). Scopus-indexed Publication. UCSI University, Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2018). Oral production enhancement through proactive error treatment of EFL learners. The 1st International Conference on English Studies: Innovation in English Language Teaching and Learning, Krabi, Thailand. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2018). Improving Research and Publication. Phuket Rajabhat University, Thailand. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2018). English to Malay translation of culture-specific items in tourist brochures: A study on selected Penang brochures. The International Conference on Languages, Linguistics and Society (ICLALIS 2018) Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Sabah, Malaysia. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2018). APA Style 6TH Edition Writing Workshop. UCSI University, Malaysia. (Invited Speaker)

Amini, M. (2017). FOSSLA Student Research Colloquium. UCSI University, Malaysia. (Guest Speaker)

Amini, M. (2017). Patterns of corrective feedback in EFL dyadic classroom interaction. The 8th Hatyai National and International Conference, Hatyai University, Thailand. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2012). Washback Effect of Cloze and Multiple-Choice Tests on Vocabulary Acquisition. Paper presented on 7 November 2012 at the International Conference on Linguistics, Literature, and Culture 2012 (ICLLIC 2012), Parkroyal Resort Hotel, Batu Feringghi, Penang, Malaysia. (Presenter)

Amini, M. (2012). Quality of interpreting from users’ perspective. MICOLLAC 2012, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia. (Presenter)

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