Md. Fajlay Rabbi
Assistant Professor



Passionate about teaching and learning, capable of adopting new technologies in education. The vision is to develop our education system through developing human resources in this arena.

  • Doctor of Philosophy- ongoing
  • Master of Education (M.Ed) from Institute of Education and Research, University of Dhaka (2013) with scholarship and full free studentship.
  • Bachelor of Education (Hons.) from Institute of Education and Research, University of Dhaka (2012)
  • HSC major in Science from Birshreshtha Noor Mohammad Rifles Public School and College from Dhaka Board with scholarship and full free studentship.
  • SSC major in Science from Cantonment Public School and College, Saidpur, Rajshahi Board 

Interested in educational research mainly. Focused areas are:

  • Educational Psychology
  • Instructional Technology
  • ICT in Education
  • Value Education
  • Non-formal education
  • Education in Emergency
  • Special Education
  • Secondary Education
  • Primary Education
  • Teacher Education and Training
  • Assessment.
  • Curriculum
  • Communication in education
  • Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices in education and other areas
  • Education policy
  • Health Education 
  • Law in Education
  • Early Childhood Education & Development

Current Research Project/Collaboration

SL Title Research Role Awarded Date Completion Date Funding Agency
1 Education in the time of COVID-19 pandemic in Bangladesh: Current scenario and implications for post COVID – 19 education Principal Investigator March 2021 September 2022 National
2 Addressing learning loss/gap using low-tech remote learning among underprivileged in developing countries: The Bangladesh Case Co-Principal Investigator June 2022 July 2023 International
3 Educational Background of the convicted rapists in Bangladesh Principal Investigator March, 2020 December 2024 National
4 Telementoring and telecounselling for the children and their mother to reduce learning gap during COVID-19 in Bangladesh Co-Principal Investigator January 2023 January 2024 International
5 Engaging Students in Community Development: A Step Towards Sustainable Khulna City Co-Principal Investigator March,2025 National

1. Assistant Professor (December,24, 2020- continuing) 


Khulna University
Location: Khulna
Department: Institute of Education and Research
Duties/Responsibilities:

·          Managing classroom teaching and learning activities of B.Ed (Hons),PGDEd (Post Graduate Diploma) & MEd students on different areas of education with a view to preparing them future leaders in teaching, research, administration, and management. Frequently taught courses for student-teachers at PGDEd-1102: Education in Bangladesh, PGDEd-1205: Introduction to Educational Research, PGDEd-1207: Educational Management, MEd-1203: Education and Development, IER-1101: Introduction to Education, IER-2105: Instructional Technology etc.

·          Developing and reviewing curriculum and materials for teacher education

·          Imparting in developing Recognition of Prior Learning Test for admission process of students from whole country

·          Developing student teacher training materials

·          Supervising research work at M. Ed. & so on

·          Provide leadership & management support to inter-institutional areas/department, design plan and conduct simulation, micro- teaching, oversee the practice teaching student-teachers of IER






2.

Lecturer (December 24, 2018 - December 23,2020)

 

Khulna University
Location: Khulna
Department: Institute of Education and Research
Duties/Responsibilities:

·          Managing classroom teaching and learning activities of B.Ed (Hons),PGDEd (Post Graduate Diploma) & MEd students on different areas of education with a view to preparing them future leaders in teaching, research, administration, and management. Frequently taught courses for student-teachers at PGDEd-1102: Education in Bangladesh, PGDEd-1205: Introduction to Educational Research, PGDEd-1207: Educational Management, MEd-1203: Education and Development, IER-1101: Introduction to Education, IER-2105: Instructional Technology etc.

·          Developing and reviewing curriculum and materials for teacher education

·          Imparting in developing Recognition of Prior Learning Test for admission process of students from whole country

·          Developing student teacher training materials

·          Supervising research work at M. Ed. & so on

·          Provide leadership & management support to inter-institutional areas/department, design plan and conduct simulation, micro- teaching, oversee the practice teaching student-teachers of IER

2.

Upazilla Academic Supervisor (February 15, 2015 - December 23, 2018)

 

Directorate of Secondary & Higher Education

Secondary Education Sector Investment Program (SESIP)
Location : Ramna, Dhaka
Department: Upazila Secondary Education Office
Duties/Responsibilities:
*Supervising & monitoring the secondary schools, madrasas in upazila
*Monitoring the School budget
*Monitoring the PTAs activities
*Implementing PBM (Performance Based Management)
* Monitoring EMIS (Educational Management Information System)
* Validation of IMS (Institution Management System)
* Monitoring MMC (Multimedia Classroom Management System)
* Monitoring Public exams (JSC, SSC, HSC, Dakhil, Alim, Degree etc.)
* Providing training to the HTs, AHTs, Assistant teachers.
* Providing in-house training.
* Implementation of Govt. Educational programs.
* implementation of workshops.
* Providing ICT training & support.
* Reporting & documentation.

3.

Research Officer (January 11, 2015 - February 13, 2015)

 

Business Accelerate Bd. ltd
Company Location: Baridhara, Block-J
Department: Evaluation of UNICEF`s
Duties/Responsibilities:
*Collect field data
*Supervise the enumerators
*Conducting FGDs
* Conducting in-depth interviews
* Modification of research tools
* Reporting.

4.

Research Assistant (November 27, 2014 - December 27, 2014)

 

Plan International Bangladesh
Company Location: Gulshan-2
Department: Final Evaluation of SIP project
Duties/Responsibilities:
*Collect field data
*Data entry & co-ordination
*Data analysis

5.

Research Assistant (May 1, 2014 - May 31, 2014)

 

Foundation for Educational Research Planning & Development (FREPD)
Company Location: University of Dhaka (Near Palashi road)
Duties/Responsibilities:
*Collecting field data
*Analyzing the collected data

6.

Field Researcher (January 1, 2013 - January 31, 2013)

 

Mott Macdonald
Company Location: Gulshan
Duties/Responsibilities:
*collecting field data and interviews for a research of WASA for "Khilkhet water treatment plant project"

7.

Field Researcher (July 1, 2012 - July 30, 2012)

 

Save The Children
Company Location: Gulshan
Department: SUSTAIN project
Duties/Responsibilities:
To collect field data

 

 

* PhD Fellowship from Prime Minister's Education Assistance Trust (PMEAT), Ministry of Education in 2024

* Postgraduate Scholarship and Full free studentship from Ministry of Education in 2014

* Grameen Staff Welfare Scholarship in 2008

* Board Scholarship from DSHE, Ministry of Education for the academic result of SSC in 2006

* Grameen Staff Welfare Scholarship in 2006

Supervision

SL Title Degree Role Start Date End Date
1 The Role of Nonformal Education in Enhancing Livelihoods and Social Inclusion in Khulna Masters Supervisor 1 January 2025 12/07/2025
2 Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices among Faculty Members of Khulna University towards the Implementation of Outcome-Based Education Curriculum Bachelor Supervisor 15 September, 2024 26 December, 2024
3 The Lived Experience of Learning: A Qualitative Inquiry into the Cognitive and Emotional views of the Students in Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1 July 2025 14 December 2025
4 Exploring the Practices and Challenges of Continuous Assessment: Teachers' and Students' Perceptions at Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 15 September, 2024 26 December, 2024
5 Exploring the Impact of Quality-of-Life Improvement Programs in Khulna: A Qualitative Study of Community Perspectives and Experiences Masters Supervisor 1 January 2025 12/07/2025
6 Dimensions of Teacher-Student Relationships and their Influence on Student’s Learning Outcomes at Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1 July 2025 14 December 2025
7 Exploring Communication Barriers in the Teaching-Learning Process at Khulna University: A Qualitative Study of Students' and Teachers' Perceptions Bachelor Supervisor 15 September, 2024 26 December, 2024
8 Empowering Communities through Income-Generating Activities as a Form of Continuing Education: A Qualitative Study in Khulna Masters Supervisor 1 January 2025 12/07/2025
9 The influence of Parental Involvement on Students' learning: A quantitative analysis in Khulna Bachelor Supervisor 1 July 2025 14 December 2025
10 A Comparative Study on Teachers' Preparedness and Challenges in Implementing Play-Based Learning and Authentic Assessment in Khulna Masters Supervisor 1 july 2025
11 Exploring Non-formal Education Policy in Bangladesh: Implementation, Impact, and the Pathway Forward Masters Supervisor 1 January 2025 12/07/2025
12 The Influence of Digital Learning on Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: A Quantitative Study on Students of Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1 July 2025 14 December 2025
13 The Effect of Flipped Classroom Model on Students’ Academic Achievement and Motivation Bachelor Supervisor 15 September, 2024 26 December, 2024
14 Exploring the Socioeconomic Challenges and their Impact on Educational Outcomes among Lower-income Secondary-level Learners in Khulna, Bangladesh Bachelor Supervisor 15 September, 2024 26 December, 2024
15 Exploring the Role and Impact of Non-Formal Education in Bangladesh: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions Masters Supervisor 1 January 2025 12/07/2025
16 Evaluation of Assessment Practices and Their Alignment with Course Learning Outcomes in the OBE Framework for Undergraduate Programs Masters 1 july 2025
17 Test Anxiety and Its Relationship with Coping Strategies and Academic Confidence: A Cross- Sectional Study Among the Undergraduate Students of Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1 July 2025 14 December 2025
18 The effect of Academic Stress and Mental anxiety among the students of Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1st July, 2023 18th December, 2023
19 The importance of the inclusion of legal studies in secondary level curriculum in Bangladesh Bachelor Supervisor 1st July, 2023 18th December, 2023
20 Reasons behind the challenges faced by the undergraduate level students while communicating in English: A Khulna University Perspective Bachelor Supervisor 1st July, 2023 18th December, 2023
21 Exploring the effect of classroom management techniques and strategies on academic achievement of the students at undergraduate level in Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1st July, 2023 18th December, 2023
22 The effect of social media on academic performance and learning of undergraduate students at Khulna University Bachelor Supervisor 1st July, 2023 18th December, 2023

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    1. (1) Rabbi, M. F., Pranto, U. H., & Sheikh, M. L. (2026). Beyond deadlines: academic stress, mental health risks, and coping inequities at Khulna University. at-tadzkir.pdtii.org. https://doi.org/10.59373/attadzkir.v5i1.233

      (2) Rabbi, M.F., Alam, S.S.M., & Halder, M. (2025). The influence of the July 2024 revolution on the mental health of tertiary level students in Bangladesh. ijoed.orghttps://doi.org/10.70437/spyz4v59

      (3) Rabbi, M. F., Kamal, F., Islam, M. S. I., & Abir, S. S. (2025). Reasons Behind the Challenges Faced by Undergraduate Level Students While Communicating in English: Khulna University Perspective. Papanda Journal of English Education4(1), 1–15. https://doi.org/10.56916/pjee.v4i1.1160

      (4) Tamami, F. Q. A., Shohib, M. W., Maksum, M. N. R., Rabbi, M. F., Daud, Z., Fadli, N., & Wadi, M. F. (2025). The effect of deep learning and problem based learning on active and independent learning with mediation variable. Journal of Research in Instructional, 5(2), 613–628. https://doi.org/10.30862/jri.v5i2.718

      (5) Rabbi, M. F., & Roy, T. (2025). Exploring the value systems of secondary level students in Bangladesh: A systematic literature review. Khulna University Studies, 22(1). https://doi.org/10.53808/KUS.2025.22.01.1298-ed

      (6) Roy, B. K., Jony, M. S., & Rabbi, M. F. (2024). Burnout among the non-government secondary school teachers in Bangladesh: Prevalence, causes and effects. Journal of Research in Instructional, 4(2), 507–525. https://doi.org/10.30862/jri.v4i2.496

      (7) Chowdhury, Y., Islam, M. M., & Rabbi, M. F. (2024). Science in Decline: An in-depth analysis of factors responsible for the diminished interest in secondary and higher secondary levels in Bangladesh. Natural Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan IPA11(1), 26–39. https://doi.org/10.30738/natural.v11i1.17170

      (8) Rabbi, M. F., & Islam, M. S. (2024). The Effect of Academic Stress and Mental Anxiety among the Students of Khulna University. Edukasiana, 3(3), 280–299. https://doi.org/10.56916/ejip.v3i3.723

      (9) Mahmud, S. M. H., & Rabbi, M. F. (2024). Inclusion of legal education in secondary and higher secondary education system in Bangladesh: An appraisal. Psychology, Evaluation, and Technology in Educational Research, 6(2). https://doi.org/10.33292/petier.v6i2.219

      (10) Islam, M. S., & Rabbi, M. F. (2024). Exploring the Sources of Academic Stress and Adopted Coping Mechanisms among University Students. International Journal on Studies in Education, 6(2), 255–271. https://doi.org/10.46328/ijonse.203

      (11) Rabbi, M.F., Islam, M.S., & Hossain, M.J. (2024). Enhancing English Language Learning In Tertiary Education Through Blended Approaches: A Bangladesh Perspective. Indonesian Journal of Education Research (IJoER)5(1), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.37251/ijoer.v5i1.745

      (12) Islam, M. M., Rahman, M., & Rabbi, M. F. (2023). Transforming teaching practices: Enhancing ICT-pedagogy integration through curriculum innovations in teacher education of Bangladesh. Journal of Research in Instructional3(2), 87–102. https://doi.org/10.30862/jri.v3i2.223

      (13) Mia, M. M., Islam, M. M., & Rabbi, M.F. (2023). Exploring the secondary level teachers’ appointment system in Bangladesh for ensuring quality teachers. Journal of Research in Instructional, 3(1), 41–54. https://doi.org/10.30862/jri.v3i1.193

      (14) Adhikary, S., Khan, M. S. H., & Rabbi, M. F. (2023). Exploring the potentials of blended learning in Bangladesh's higher education system: A review of current literature. Bangladesh Teacher Education Journal (BTEJ), 02(01), 41–54.

      (15) Ropum, S. M. K., Islam, M. M., & Rabbi, M. F. (2022, November 20). Multimedia classrooms of the secondary schools in Bangladesh: A situation analysis. Journal of Research in Instructional2(2), 175–196. https://doi.org/10.30862/jri.v2i2.98

    2. (16) Sheikh, M. S., Rashid, M., Nibir, M. M. A. M., & Rabbi, M. F. (2022). EXPLORING THE UNDERLYING FACTORS OF DROPPING OUT AT SECONDARY-LEVEL SCHOOLS IN KHULNA, BANGLADESH. Khulna University Studies19(1). https://doi.org/10.53808/kus.2022.19.01.2119-edu
    3. (17) Rabbi, M.F., Sarker, S., Smita, M.K. (2022). Online Classes and its Effect on the Students of Public Universities in Bangladesh. Journal of Teacher Education and Research, 17(1):9-15. https://doi.org/10.36268/JTER/17101 
    4. (18) Razu, S. R., Nishu, N. A., Rabbi, M. F., Talukder, A., & Ward, P. R. (2021). Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Concerning COVID-19 in Bangladesh: A Qualitative Study of Patients With Chronic Illnesses. Frontiers in Public Health9https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2021.628623
    5. (19) Al-amin, M. , Jahan, I. , Rabbi, M. F. & Islam, U. (2021). Can Blended Learning be the New-Normal in the Post-Pandemic Higher Educational Institutions? . International Journal of Educational Research Review , 6 (4) , 306-317 . Retrieved from https://dergipark.org.tr/en/pub/ijere/issue/64800/944932
    6. (20) Rabbi, M. F. (2020). Effective Use of Teaching Methods and Techniques at Primary level in Bangladesh. Primary Education Journal11(1), 83–96. http://nape.portal.gov.bd/sites/default/files/files/nape.portal.gov.bd/page/8c9078b4_2d60_44b7_87ce_fe9015a453f0/2020-11-23-16-56-edab528b971a070f71890fea0fb196df.pdf
    7. (21) Rabbi, M. F. , Smita, M. K. & Mohammad, S. (2020). Using Social Networking Sites as Medium of Instruction at Tertiary Education During Covid-19 Situation in Bangladesh . International Journal of Educational Research Review , 5 (3) , 258-264. https://doi.org/10.24331/ijere.741644
    8. (22) Smita, M.K., Rabbi, M. F., & Mohammad, S. (2020). Reasons behind Dropping out of Slum Children from Non-formal School in Dhaka. Jurnal Iqra’ : Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan5(2), 14-29. https://doi.org/10.25217/ji.v5i2.953
    9. (23) Rabbi, M. F., Smita, M. K., & Mohammad, S. (2020). Income Generating Programs for the Learners of Community Learning Centers in Bangladesh: An Evaluative Study. Income Generating Programs for the Learners of Community Learning Centers in Bangladesh: An Evaluative Study10(3), 1–5. https://www.iosrjournals.org/iosr-jrme/pages/vol10-issue3.Series-1.html
    10. Book Chapter
    11. (1) Razu, S.R., Rabbi, M.F., Nibir, M.MAM., Hoque, F., Islam, M.S. (2024). ‘We’re Losing Our Bread and Butter Like Never Before’: Journalism in Bangladesh in the Face of the COVID-19 Pandemic. In: Lewis, M., Govender, E., Holland, K. (eds) Communicating COVID-19. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-41237-0_4
    12. (2) Roy, T., & Rabbi, M. F. (2025). Inequality and heat stress in coastal Bangladesh |Southasiadisasters.net, issue No. 223. The All India Disaster Mitigation Institute. https://aidmi.org/social-inequalities-and-heat-stress-in-coastal-communities-a-sociological-perspective/
    13. Conference Proceedings
    14. (1) Rabbi, M.F. (2025). A Systematic Literature Review on the Formation of Academic Values among Secondary School Students in Bangladesh: Influences, Gaps, and Educational Implications. In the 1st International Conference on Social Sciences (ICSS-2025) by BRUR, Bangladesh.
    15. (2) Rabbi, M.F. (2025). Academic Values and Mental Health Outcomes among Secondary School Students: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis. In National Conference on Transformative Research and its Future Impacts (NCTRFI), RIC, Khulna University, Khulna, Bangladesh
    16. (3) Rabbi, M.F. (2025). Factors Shaping Academic Values among Secondary Level Students in Bangladesh: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-AnalysisIn 
    17. 3rd International Conference on Building Inclusive Futures: Society, Development and Governance in the 21st Century,
    18.  University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh

    19. (4) Alam, S.M.S., Rabbi, M.F. (2025). Digital Classrooms in Khulna: How Technology is Reshaping Primary Education. In the 3rd
      1.  International Conference on Building Inclusive Futures: Society, Development, and Governance in the 21st Century,
      2.  University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh. 

      3. (5) Pranto, U.H., Sheikh, M.L., Rabbi, M.F. (2025). 
      4. Academic Stress and Its Effect on Students' Well-Being: A Cross-Sectional Study at Khulna University In RUEC 1st International Conference 2025, University of Rajshahi, Rajshahi, Bangladesh

      5. (6) Rabbi, M.F., Adhikary, S., Halder, M., Alam, S.M.S. (2025). Digital Screen Exposure and Children’s Learning Outcomes in Khulna, Bangladesh. In 9th International Ankara Multidisciplinary Studies Congress held online and in-person on November 13-14, 2025, Ankara, Turkey

 

Educational Psychology

Educational Psychology is a base of education. Mainly education consists of three bases- Philosophical, Psychological and Sociological. This course will help the students to understand more the psychology of the students and the teachers. 

Instructional Technology

This course helps the participants to develop clear understanding about the concept of pedagogy, commonly used terminologies in instructional technology, and role of teacher and instructional materials in teaching learning process.

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Education in Bangladesh

The course introduces the students to the national system of education. It also introduces the students to the different sectors of education.

 

Non-Formal and Continuing Education

The course is designed to provide knowledge, understanding and insights into Non-formal and Continuing Education (NFCE). It will allow interfacing formal and informal education and its linkages with basic education and the skill development programs. The importance of NFCE in developing society will be highlighted in the course. The NFCE and CE in creating a learning society and its importance in improving the quality of live in Bangladesh will be the special features of the course.

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Educational Management

The course includes concepts of administration, organization, management and leadership related to educational institution. Emphasis will be given on the practical aspects of the system and institutional management and administration, including the head’s role in respective organization. 

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Sociological Foundation of Education

This course focuses on applying sociological principles to the whole process of education.It will help the students become socially aware of their responsibilities not only to themselves but also to the society as well.

 

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Bangladesh Studies

This course focuses on the geographical, historical, sociological and cultural aspects of Bangladesh.

 

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Leadership, Management and Capacity Building in NFLE

Philosophical Foundations of Education

The course is designed to emphasize how philosophical ideas about education developed over a

considerable period; emphasis will be placed on helping students develop ideas about education and

provide tools to use in thinking about issues in education.

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Action Research in Education

This course focuses on research for addressing teaching and education related problems.

Economics of Education

This course will provide students with the tools to use an economic lens to analyse fundamental issues in

education: how and why institution/government make decisions to invest in education, the effect of

education on long-term social and economic outcomes.

This course intends to

• provide an overview of the effect of education on long-term social and economic outcomes.

• provide an overview of the structure of education markets and institutions

• present the core theoretical models used to analyse and understand how individuals, schools, and

governments make education and resource allocation decisions

• build a firm understanding of the way economists approach the evaluation of education policies and

the research evidence on the determinants of educational attainment and the effect of

education-related policies

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Pedagogy and Andragogy in National and Global context

This course enables participants to thoroughly grasp pedagogy and andragogy in national and international

settings.

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ICT in Education

ICT in Education: Sessional

Education and development

  • Educational Psychology
  • Instructional Technology
  • Education in Bangladesh
  • Sociological Foundation of Education
  • Leadership, Management and Capacity Building in NFLE
  • Philosophical Foundations of Education
  • Action Research in Education
  • Economics of Education
  • Pedagogy and Andragogy in National and Global context
  • ICT in Education
  • ICT in Education: Sessional
  • Education and development