Dr TamilSelvan Ramis, Lecturer, School of Psychology at Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), was recently honoured with the PNM Book Award 2025/2026, under the Readers’ Choice (English Digital Book Category) for his e-book titled “Positive Emotions in Teaching and Learning.”

Organised by Malaysia’s Ministry of National Unity, the “Anugerah Buku Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia (PNM)” is one of the country’s highest platforms for recognising impactful and high-quality local publications that contribute to the development of the national literary ecosystem.

The recognition is particularly significant, as the Readers’ Choice Category reflects strong public engagement and reader support, highlighting the relevance and meaningful impact of the book. 

Highlighting the role of Positive Emotions in Education

This e-book can be read through this link: https://www.selvanramis.com/#projects 

Focusing on the role of emotions within educational environments, the e-book explores how positive emotional experiences can influence student engagement, motivation, resilience, and overall learning outcomes, while emphasising the importance of creating emotionally supportive spaces that encourage both academic achievement and personal growth.

Through the publication, Dr TamilSelvan examines how emotions such as joy, hope, gratitude, interest, pride, awe, and love can shape meaningful teaching and learning experiences.

The e-book also highlights how educators can intentionally incorporate emotional awareness into their teaching practices to foster more engaging, inclusive, and effective classrooms.

Beyond theoretical discussions, the publication offers practical strategies that educators can apply across classrooms, training programmes, and professional learning settings, including reflective activities, active learning approaches, inclusive teaching methods, and constructive feedback practices.

Turning Educational research into meaningful Impact

As an educator and advocate for student-centred learning, Dr TamilSelvan has consistently championed the importance of balancing academic excellence with emotional well-being.

His work reflects a growing recognition that effective education extends beyond content delivery, requiring learning environments that also nurture confidence, belonging, and psychological well-being.

By translating educational research into practical applications, the e-book contributes meaningfully to ongoing conversations surrounding holistic education and the future of teaching and learning practices.

The recognition also reflects the increasing importance of digital publications in expanding access to knowledge and supporting continuous learning within modern educational environments.

A Recognition that reflects Reader connection

Receiving the PNM Book Award 2025/2026 marked an important milestone for Dr TamilSelvan, reflecting both the wider appreciation for his work and the growing relevance of emotionally conscious approaches within modern education.

He shared that the recognition was especially meaningful, as it demonstrated how educational publications can resonate with readers beyond academic settings, particularly when addressing real-world teaching and learning experiences that educators can relate to and apply in practice.

Additionally, he expressed his appreciation to everyone who supported and voted for the e-book, noting that the recognition further encourages him to continue contributing towards educational initiatives that promote more positive, inclusive, and student-focused learning environments.

Strengthening Educational Excellence through Knowledge sharing

Dr TamilSelvan’s achievement reflects APU’s broader commitment to fostering academic excellence, lifelong learning, and meaningful knowledge-sharing initiatives that contribute positively to both education and society.

The recognition further highlights the role of educators and researchers in producing impactful work that not only advances academic discussions, but also creates practical value for communities in an increasingly dynamic educational landscape.