VU
Virtual University of Pakistan
Federal Government University
Nida Ayaz
Lecturer
Department of Education
Faculty of Education


Master (Islamic Studies)


Education, Education Psychology, Multi-grade Teaching, Continuous Professional Development, Climate Education, Climate Action
I am Dr. Nida Ayaz, a passionate educator and researcher from Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, specializing in Educational Psychology. With a PhD in this field, my work explores the Meta-cognitive aspects of learning, aiming to enhance educational practices. I am a lifetime member of the International Society for Development and Sustainability (Japan), United People Global (Switzerland), and QUVAE Research and Publications, and proudly serve as the Ambassador of the International Youth Conferences (New York). Beyond my academic work, I am an experienced oral presenter at international conferences, and a first-place winner in provincial English speech competitions in Pakistan. I am also a dedicated journal reviewer, author of research articles, and a book chapter contributor. My professional journey includes completing two specialized courses at the United Nations Institute for Training and Research. As the Champion of the Climate Action Fellowship 2024 (in collaboration with the US Embassy and Aga Khan University), I have led impactful climate initiatives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. I also authored the environmental fiction ''The Last Valley'' and actively contribute as a blogger and columnist for IBC English.
Honors And Awards
Year: 2025
Year: 2025
Year: 2013
Memberships
Lifetime Full Member – International Society for Development and Sustainability, Japan
Lifetime Full Member in United People Global , Switzerland
Professional Member in QUVAE Research & Publications
Ambassador – International Youth Conferences, Newyork
Volunteer – 3G School of Psychology
Reviewer of Metacognition and Learning, W category Journal
Reviewer of International Journal of Elementary Education
Reviewer of Asia Pacific Education Researcher(TAPE) X category Journal
Reviewer of Sir Syed Journal of Education and Research, Y Category Journal
Reviewer of Research Journal of Social Sciences & Economics Review, Y Category Journal
Reviewer of Journal of Educational Research & Social Sciences Review, Y Category Journal
Conference Organizer in Experts in Management and Social Sciences, Pakistan
Publications
Category: Book
The Last Valley: A Fictional Story for Environment
This fictional book is an outcome of the Climate Action Fellowship carried out by the Aga Khan University Institute for Educational Development (AKU-IED) and funded by the U.S. Mission in Pakistan.
Year: 2025
Category: y
Addressing Obstacles to Poor English Reading Comprehension in Fifth-Graders: Employing Metacognitive Strategies for Improvement.
This study uncovers the underlying factors contributing to subpar English reading comprehension among primary students. Its objective is to propose recommendations for enhancing students` proficiency in English reading comprehension.
Year: 2025
Category: Book Chapter
Transformation through Metacognition
This chapter broaden knowledge about Metacognition and its components. It further explain transformation through Metacognition.
Year: 2023
Category: X
IMPLEMENTING INSTRUCTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TO TRANSFORM CLASSROOM CULTURE
The purpose of this paper is to restructure classroom culture through implication of instructional intelligence and to discuss the beliefs about teaching and learning held by me as well as trainers / teachers. Auto Ethnographic Methodology was adopted for investigating this issue
Year: 2023
Category: X
Improving Classroom Learning Environment for Enhancing Reading Comprehension through Metacognitive Strategies
This study investigated the role of metacognitive strategies in improving classroom learning environment. The study also find out the effects of metacognitive strategies in developing student’s interest in reading comprehension. Action research was adopted by selecting grade fifth thirty students (age 10-11 years). WIHIC interview and documentation were used for collection of data. Data was analyzed through reflections and content analysis. Data showed improvement in learning environment of classroom for reading comprehension of the students.
Year: 2023
Category: Y
Interlinking Metacognition with University Students’ Academic Achievements in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Association between metacognitive awareness and student`s academic achievements was investigated through undertaking objectives and hypotheses on Low, Average and High achievers in addition to assess the effects of metacognition awareness level on student`s academic achievement. Research studies are recommended in subjects other than English and Mathematics.
Year: 2020
Presentation
1 15th International Research, Innovation and Research 2025
2 Poster Presentation on Climate Action Project 2025
3 12th EMS International Research Conference on a Greener Future, May 8–9, 2024
4 Climate Action and Education Policy Mapping 2024
5 Empowering change: A workshop on Systems thinking for climate change and environmental Education2024
6 7th International Multidisciplinary Research Conference Post COVID 19: Global Prosperity 2022
7 Emerging Trends in Education & Social Sciences (Online) ICETESS-2021
8 7th International Conference on Education, 2019