Muhamad Hariz Bin Muhamad Adnan

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Information Technology, Lecturer from the Faculty of Computing and Meta-Technology, Sultan Idris Education University (Malaysia)

Dr. Muhamad Hariz Bin Muhamad Adnan is a leading strategist in Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation, at Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI). With a PhD in Information Technology from Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Dr. Hariz has dedicated his career to bridging the gap between cutting-edge AI technologies and practical educational frameworks. His expertise focuses on leveraging Explainable AI (XAI) and Generative AI to create transparent, immersive learning environments that prepare both students and educators for the complex demands of Industry 4.0 and 5.0.

Beyond the lecture hall, Dr. Hariz is a sought-after consultant and community catalyst, notably spearheading the "AI Untuk Kita" initiative to democratize AI literacy for entrepreneurs, youth, and retirees. His contributions to the field have been recognized with prestigious accolades, including the 2023 Promising Academician Award and the 2020 MDEC Top Trainer title. As a multi-gold medalist in international innovation competitions, he remains at the forefront of AI integration, providing strategic guidance to government bodies and educational institutions on how to ethically and effectively harness AI to transform modern teaching, learning, and administrative practices.

Keynote report: Malaysia Teachers' AI Training for Teaching and Learning: My Reflection and Findings