Fajarudin Akbar
Leveraging technology and Open Educational Resources to create dynamic, student-centered learning experiences for a global audience.
Pedagogical Expertise
Delivering student-centered, communicative language instruction grounded in global standards (GSE) to drive measurable proficiency gains in Business and Academic English.
Continuous Innovation
Bridging the gap between traditional teaching and modern technology by creatively integrating EdTech tools and Open Educational Resources (OER) to empower learners.
The Educator's Journey
A narrative of professional evolution, from direct instruction to scalable educational impact.
Foundational Roles
Began career as a Part-Time Teacher and English Tutor, honing core pedagogical skills and building a strong foundation in classroom instruction.
Foundational Roles
Began career as a Part-Time Teacher and English Tutor, honing core pedagogical skills and building a strong foundation in classroom instruction.
Leadership in Academia
Grew into a leadership role as Head of Academic Division, pivoting from teaching students to shaping curricula. This experience provided deep insight into systemic educational challenges.
Global Ambassador
Expanded influence by becoming an ambassador for global organizations like IELTA Indonesia, HundrEDorg, and Pearson (GSE), focusing on creating educational programs for teachers and learners worldwide.
Global Ambassador
Expanded influence by becoming an ambassador for global organizations like IELTA Indonesia, HundrEDorg, and Pearson (GSE), focusing on creating educational programs for teachers and learners worldwide.
EdTech Consultant & Founder
Now works independently, leveraging extensive experience to provide expert teaching and EdTech consulting. Continues to innovate as the founder of the MOOC Guru platform.
Core Pillars of Practice
My expertise is built on three interconnected pillars that form a synergistic "innovation flywheel" - a cycle of identifying problems, developing tech-based solutions, and sharing the results.
The Art of Pedagogy
My philosophy is deeply student-centered, focusing on creating dynamic, interactive, and personalized learning experiences. I specialize in high-stakes contexts like Business and Academic English, where learners require targeted, real-world language skills.
A key element of my pedagogy is the use of the Global Scale of English (GSE). I use it as a "mirror" to reflect on my teaching, leading to purposeful lesson planning where activities are precisely matched to a student's specific proficiency level.
Case Study: Intervention
ProfileBusiness English student with disparate skills - speaking at GSE 55 and writing at GSE 45.
ApproachUsed complex mock interview questions to challenge speaking, while providing guided sentence frames to support writing.
OutcomeTargeted intervention led to faster, more confident progress in both skills.
Key Projects & Initiatives
From founding platforms to academic research and practical applications, these projects demonstrate my commitment to solving real-world teaching challenges.
MOOC Guru Platform
Created a comprehensive online platform providing Open CPD, free English courses, and professional development resources for a global community.
Gemini Gem for ELT
Created a specialized Gemini Gem to assist educators in writing authentic, personalized lesson materials that align with communicative teaching principles.
Static Interactive
Transformed traditional materials into dynamic experiences using AI. Highlighted as a "standout project" by edCommunity.
GenAI & GSE Guide
An interactive guide on using the GSE framework to create effective prompts for generative AI in lesson planning.
The FYP Framework
A practical framework for educators to Find, Personalize, and Plan lessons using modern EdTech tools and pedagogical strategies.
Hands-On GenAI
A practical framework and guide for educators to leverage generative AI, presented for Trinity College London.
Digital Lessons Project
An interactive web application showcasing digital teaching resources and modern educational technology tools for English language learners.
Teaching English with AI
From learner needs to materials and learning experiences: a directed workflow for prompting, materials creation, and student AI integration.
Exclusive English Class
Personalized 1-on-1 and group English training for Academic English, Business English, and TOEFL/IELTS Exam Prep with global TESOL/TEFL standards.
Global Recognition
International ambassadorships, professional development leadership, and contributions across global English language education bodies.
OPEN US Program Lead
MOOC Camp Facilitator and Community Lead for the U.S. Department of State's Online Professional English Network (OPEN), mentoring and training Indonesian English language educators in technology integration.
TeachingEnglish British Council
Contributing speaker and panelist for TeachingEnglish British Council, sharing practical strategies on integrating AI frameworks, assessment tools, and learner-centered EdTech practices for the worldwide ELT community.
Trinity College London
Workshop presenter at the Future of English Language Teaching (FoELT) conference on "Hands-on with Generative AI: Personalising ELT Materials for Different Learners and Contexts," demonstrating practical AI-assisted material adaptation for teachers.
BridgeVoices Expert Series
Featured expert panelist for Bridge Education Group's BridgeVoices series on "High-Demand Teaching Contexts and What It Takes to Break Into Them," sharing insights on professional teacher career growth and specialized instruction.
TESOL International Association
Presenter for TESOL International Association on "Enhancing Language Learning with AI," demonstrating teacher-led workflows to personalize ESP materials, evaluate AI-generated outputs, and design interactive classroom tasks.
Experts with Cambridge
Featured expert speaker demonstrating practical AI workflows for speaking practice, exploring AI conversational partners, Speak & Improve, role-plays, and simulated exam preparation beyond the classroom.
GSE Ambassador for Pearson
Advocating for and training educators on the Global Scale of English (GSE) framework through international publications, webinars, and lesson planning workshops to enhance pedagogical precision and learning outcomes.
International Presentations
A selection of my talks and webinars shared with a global audience.
Let's Collaborate
I am always open to new opportunities, collaborations, and conversations. Whether you're a potential student, a fellow educator, or an institution looking to innovate, I'd love to connect.
