Staff Profile

• Pillay, Hitendra K. (2008) A new paradigm for ethical and sustainable indigenous knowledge policy. In: Hearn, Gregory N. and Rooney, David J., (eds.) Knowledge policy: challenges for the 21st century. Edward Elgar, Cheltenham, UK, pp. 216-225.
• Pillay, H. (2006). Distributed Cognition: Understanding Tensions embedded in workplace knowledge and skills in G. Castleton, R Gerber and H Pillay (Eds.) Improving workplace learning: Emerging international persepectives. (pp.79-90). New York: Nova Science.
• Pillay, H. (2005). ‘Knowledge and Social Capital’. In the Handbook of Knowledge Economy, edited by D.Rooney, G. Hearn & A Ninan. Edward Elgar Publishing, UK. Chapter 6, pp 80-92.
• Pillay, H. (1997). Adult learning in a workplace context In P. Sutherland (Ed.), Adult Learning: A Reader (pp. 122-136). London: Kogan Press.
• Pillay, H. (1997). Cognitive technology for knowledge and skill acquisition in engineering disciplines In D. Harris (Ed.), Engineering psychology and cognitive ergonomics: Integration of theory and application (Vol. 2, pp. 97-104). Aldershot, UK: Ashgate.

Book Chapters, joint author

• Ashton-Hay, Sally and Pillay, Hitendra K. (2009) Case study of collaborative learning in two contexts : what do English language learners gain? In: Luzzatto, Edda and DiMarco, Giordano, (eds.) Collaborative Learning : Methodology, Types of Interactions and Techniques. Education in a Competitive and Globalizing World. Nova Publishers, New York. (In Press)
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Hearn, Gregory N. (2009) Public-private partnerships in ICT for education. In: Akhtar, Shahid and Arinto, Patricia, (eds.) Digital Review of Asia Pacific. Sage Publications India Pvt. Ltd, India, pp. 77-87.
• Lee, Kar-Tin and Pillay, Hitendra K. and Chandra, Vinesh (2008) Linking e-assessment to student's use of online learning content. In: Cartelli, Antonio and Palma, Marco, (eds.) Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technology. Information Science Reference (IGI Global), Hershey, PA, pp. 532-541.
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Clarke, John A. (2008) Towards a Framework for Evaluating ICT-Based Materials. In: Cartelli, Antonio and Palma, Marco, (eds.) Encyclopedia of Information Communication Technology. Information Science Reference (IGI Global), Hershey, PA, pp. 759-766.
• Pillay, H., Wilss, L., Boulton-Lewis G. (2006). Work and Learning. Implications for lifelong learning in the workplace. In Sutherland, P., & Crowther, J. Lifelong learning. Concepts and contexts. (pp.218-229). Oxon: Routledge.
• Pillay, H., Clarke, J., & Taylor, P. (2006). Some insights into the impact of ICT`s on Learning Agency – Seamless Learning. In Carterlli A. Teaching in the knowledge society. New skills and instruments for teachers. (pp. 64-74) USA : Idea Group
• Boulton-Lewis G., Pillay, H., & Wilss, L. (2006) Changing workplace environments, conceptions and patterns of learning: Implications for university teaching. In Paivi T., Valimaa, J., & Boulton-Lewis, J.(Eds.) Higher education and working life. Collaborations, confrontations and challenges . (pp.145-161). Amsterdam : Elsevier.
• Castleton, G., Gerber, R., & Pillay, H . (2006). Conclusion: Challenges for Improving Workplace Learning.. In Castleton, G., Gerber, R., & Pillay, H. (Eds.) Improving workplace learning: Emerging international perspectives . (pp. 271-279). New York : Nova Science.
• Castleton, G., Gerber, R., & Pillay, H . (2006). Introduction. In Castleton, G., Gerber, R., & Pillay, H. (Eds.) Improving workplace learning: Emerging international perspectives . (pp. vii-xiv). New York : Nova Science.
• Pillay, H., Clarke, J.A. and Taylor, P.G. (2006) ‘Learning agency in virtual learning environments: An Australian case study of the influence of context’. In A. D. de Figeiredo and A. P. Afonso (eds) Managing Learning in Virtual Settings: the role of context. Information Science Publication, Hershey, PA. Chapter13, 231-146
• Tan, P., Pillay, H, Spencer, F (2004) ‘Adult learners in Malaysia: Some issues to consider’. In E. McWilliam, S. Danby and J, Knight (eds) Performing Education Research: Theories, Methods and Practises. Flaxton, Australia: Post Pressed. Chapter 21, 303-317
• Kimber, K., Pillay, H. & Richards, C (2001) An analysis of the quality of knowledge developed through computer mediated learning. In P.Singh and E McWilliam (Eds) Designing Education Research: Theories, Methods and Practises. Post Pressed, Flaxton: Australia. 95-114
• Kimber, K., Pillay, H. & Richards, C (2001) Techno literacy in Practice: A case study of Computer- generated concept maps and students-as-designer in Humanities Classroom. In Bill Cope and Mary Kalantzis (eds) Learning for the Future. Common Ground Publishing Pty Ltd, Adelaide.

Refereed Journal Articles, single author

• Pillay, H. (2002). An investigation of cognitive processes engaged in by recreational computer games players: Implications for skills of the future. Journal of Research on Computing in Education. Vol 34(3) 33 6-350.
• Pillay, H. (2002 ). Understanding learner-centeredness: Does it consider the diverse needs of individuals. Studies in Continuing Education. Vol 24(1). 93-102.
• Pillay, H. (2000). Educating individuals to become effective members of our changing society. Zimbabwe Journal of Education Research, 11(3), 136-158
• Pillay, H. (1999). An analysis of knowledge representations of students in electronic problem tasks. European Journal of Psychology of Education, XIV(3), 325-338.
• Pillay, H. (1999). Rethinking vocational education and training in the Pacific Island Nations. New Zealand Journal of Adult Learning, 26(2), 21-33.
• Pillay, H. (1998). Expansion or consolidation: A solution for vocational education and training in the Pacific Island Nations. Adult Education and Development, 51, 24-33.
• Pillay, H. (1998). Cognitive skills required in contemporary workplaces. Studies in Continuing Education, 20(1), 71-81.
• Pillay, H. (1998). An investigation of the effect of individual cognitive style preference on learning through computer based instruction. Educational Psychology, 18(2), 171-182.
• Pillay, H. (1998). Cognitive processes and strategies employed by children to learn spatial representations. Learning and Instruction, 8(1), 1-18.
• Pillay, H. (1997). Cognitive load and assembly tasks: Effect of instructional formats on learning assembly procedures. Educational Psychology, 17(3), 285-299.
• Pillay, H. (1996). Improvement through people: The emerging new work practices in manufacturing. Australian Vocational Education Review, 3(2), 17-23.
• Pillay, H. (1996). Human resource development for world class manufacturing: The eighth waste factor. World Class Manufacturing Advocate, 4(2), 1-5.
• Pillay, H. (1995). Restructuring instructional material in vocational education to enhance learning. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Vocational Education Research, 3(2), 72-86.
• Pillay, H. (1995). Translating competency statements into desired outcomes: A representational model for conceptualizing the competency acquisition process. Australian Journal of Adult and Community Education, 35(1), 50-60.
• Pillay, H. (1994). Cognitive load and mental rotation: Structuring orthographic worked examples to enhance learning. Instructional Science, 22, 91-113.

Refereed Journal Articles, principal author

• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Kelly, Kathy and Tones, Megan J. (2010) Transitional employment aspirations for bridging retirement : implications for training and development. Journal of European Industrial Training, 34(1). (In Press)
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Kimber, Megan (2009) Quality assurance in higher education : for whom and of what? International Journal of Management in Education, 3(3/4). pp. 270-281.
• Pillay, H ., Kelly, K., & Tones, M. (2006). Career Aspirations of older workers: An Australian Study. International Journal of Training and Development . 10 (4), pp. 298-305.
• Pillay, H, Irving, K & McCrindle, A ( 2006) Developing a diagnostic tool for assessing tertiary student’s readiness for online learning. International Journal of Learning Technology. 2, 92-104
• Pillay, H., Goddard, R., & Wills, L. (2005). Well-being, Burnout and Competence: Implications for Teachers. Australasian Journal of Teacher Education, Vol 30(2), pp 21-31.
• Pillay, H & Elliott, B. (2005). Looking through Old Lenses to Understand the Emerging New World Order: Implications for Education Reform in Small Island States, Journal of Research in International Education. Vol 4 (1) 87-106.
• Pillay, H., & McCrindle, A. (2005). Distributed and Relative Nature of Professional Expertise. Studies in Continuing Education, Vol 27 (1) 67-88
• Pillay, H., Boulton-Lewis,G. and Wilss, L. (2004). Changing workplace environments: Implications for higher education, Educational Research Journal, Vol.19(1), pp.17-42
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Boulton-Lewis, Gillian M. and Wilss, Lynn A. and Rhodes, Sean (2003) Older and Younger Workers' Conceptions of Work and Learning at Work: A Challenge to Emerging Work Practices. Journal of Education and Work, 16(4). pp. 427-444.
• Pillay, H., Boulton-Lewis, G., & Wilss, L (2003) Conceptions of work: Impressions from older workers. Journal of Education and Work Vol 16(4).427-445
• Pillay, H., Boulton-Lewis, G., & Wilss, L (2003) Conceptions of work and learning at work: A challenge to emerging work practices, Studies in Continuing Education, Vol 25(1). 95-111.
• Pillay, H., & Albert, L ( 2003) Perspectives of flexible learning: Mapping the shared understanding and conflicting expectations of students and staff, Journal of Digital Contents. Vol 1(1) 116-122.
• Pillay, H., Boulton-Lewis,G., Lankshear, C. (2002). Understanding changing conceptions of work: Impressions for development of training initiatives. Australia and New Zealand Journal of Vocational Education Research, Vol 10(2) 2 7-45.
• Pillay, H., Boles, W., & McCrindle, A. (2002) Understanding the use of domain and task knowledge in the interpretation of graphical displays, European Journal of Psychology of Education. Vol. XVI(4). 491-508.
• Pillay, H., & Elliott, B. (2002). Distributed learning: Understanding the emerging workplace knowledge. Journal of Interactive Learning Research. Vol. 13(1/2). 95-112.
• Pillay, H., & Elliott, B. (2001). Imperatives for reforming pedagogy and curriculum. Teaching Excellence, 14(1).
• Pillay, H., & Elliott, B. (2001). Emerging attributes of pedagogy and curriculum for the new world order. Innovative Higher Education Journal, 26(1). 7-32.
• Pillay, H., & Boulton-Lewis, G. (2000). Variations in conceptions of learning in Construction Technology: Implications for learning. Journal of Education and Work, 13(2),163-182
• Pillay, H., Purdie, N., & Boulton-Lewis, G. (2000). Investigating cross-cultural variation in conceptions of learning and the use of self regulated learning, Education Journal, 28(1), 65-64.
• Pillay, H., Brownlee, J. & Wilss, L. (1999). Cognition and recreational computer games: Implications for education technology. Journal of Research on Computing in Education, 32(1/2), 203-2 16.
• Pillay, H., Boles, W., & Raj, L. (1998). Cognitive considerations in the design of computer-based education to enhance learning. Alternative Learning Technology, 6(2), 17-32.
• Pillay, H., & Tampus, G. (1997). Adult learning, knowledge and performance. Philippines Executive Digest, VIII, 28-32.
• Pillay, H., Brownlee, J., & McCrindle, A. (1998). The individuals’ beliefs about learning and nature of knowledge on educating an intelligent workforce. Journal of Education and Work, 11(3), 239-254.
• Pillay, H., Wilss, L., & Boulton-Lewis, G. (1998). Sequential development of algebra knowledge: A cognitive analysis. Mathematics Education Research Journal, 10(2), 88-103.
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Brownlee,Joanne M. and McCrindle, Andrea R. (1998) The influence of individuals' beliefs about learning and nature of knowledge on educating a competent workforce. Journal of Education and Work, 11(3). pp. 239-254.
• Pillay, H., & Wilss, L. (1996). Computer assisted learning and individual cognitive style preference in learning: Does it matter? Educational Computing, 11(2), 28-33.
• Pillay, H. (1994) Cognitive Load and Mental Rotation: Structuring Orthographic Worked Examples to Enhance Learning, Instructional Science, 22, 91-113.

Refereed Journal Articles, joint author

• Hashimoto, Kazuaki and Pillay, Hitendra K. and Hudson, Peter B. (2008) Evaluating Teacher Education Reform Projects in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Teacher Educational Reform in Egypt. The International Journal of Learning, 15(1). pp. 123-131.
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Kelly, Kathy and Tones, Megan J. (2008) Exploring work and development options to reduce early labour force exit of mature aged Australians. International Journal of Training Research, 6(2). pp. 20-39.
• Tones, Megan J. and Pillay, Hitendra K. (2008) The learning and development survey: Further evaluation of its psychometric properties. Australian Journal of Educational and Developmental Psychology, 8. pp. 85-97.
• Tan, Po Li and Pillay, Hitendra K. (2007) Understanding learning behaviour of Malaysian adult learners: a cross-cultural sensitive framework. Educational Research for Policy and Practice, 6(2).
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Irving, Kym A. and Tones, Megan J. (2007) Validation of the dianostic tool for assessing Tertiary students' readiness for online learning. Higher Education Research and Development, 26(2). pp. 217-234.
• Hashimoto, Kazuaki and Pillay, Hitendra K. and Hudson, Peter B. (2008) Evaluating Educational Reform Projects in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Teacher Educational Reform in Egypt. In: 15th International Conference on Learning, 3-6 June 2008, University of Illinois, Chicago.
• Ninan, A & Pillay H. (2007) Reassessing the ontology of contemporary organizational decision making processes for healthier Asian economies. International Journal of Management and Decision Making, Vol. 8, Nos.2/3/4/,pp.139-152.
• Kimber, K., Pillay, H. and Richards.C, (2007) Technoliteracy and Learning: An analysis of the quality of knowledge in electronic representations, Computers and Education, Vol. 48, pp59-79.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Pillay, H., Wilss, L. & Rhodes, S (2004). The experience of work and learning at work in changing times: Older and younger workers. Online publication, www.kansanvalistusseura.fi
• Taylor, P, Pillay, H & Clarke, J. (2004) Understanding the outcomes of change: interrogating student adaptation to new learning environments. International Journal of Learning Technology. 1(1), pp.100-114.
• Taylor, Peter G. and Pillay, Hitendra K. and Clarke, John A. (2004) Exploring student adaptation to new learning environments: some unexpected outcomes. International Journal of Learning Technology, 1(1). pp. 100-110.
• Boulton-Lewis, Gillian and Pillay, Hitendra and Rhodes, Sean and Wilss, Lynn (2004) Work, Learning and Change: Older and Younger Workers. Lifelong Learning in Europe, 9(2). pp. 85-93.
• Pillay, Hitendra K. and Boulton-Lewis, Gillian M. and Wilss, Lynn A. and Lankshear, Colin (2003) Conceptions of Work and Learning at Work: impressions from older workers. Studies in Continuing Education, 25(1). pp. 95-111.
• Burnett, P., Pillay, H., & Dart, B. (2003). The influences of conceptions of learning and learner self-concept on high school students’ approaches to learning. International School Psychology, Vol 23., 216-228.
• Boulton-Lewis, G.M., Pillay, H., Wilss, L.A., & Lewis, D. (2002). Conceptions of health and illness held by Australian Aboriginal, Tones Strait Islander, and Papua New Guinea health science students, Australian Journal of Primary Health, 8(2).
• Kimber, K., Pillay, H., & Richards, C. (2002). Reclaiming teacher agency in a student-centered digital world. Australasian Journal of Teacher Education. Vol.30(2).
• Elliott, B., & Pillay, H. (2001). Non-traditional education in Australia. ACEI Journal, Vo176(4). 341-344
• Elliott, Robert G. and Pillay, Hitendra K. (2001) Innovative Approaches to Nontraditional Teaching and Learning: An Australian Perspective. Childhood Education, 77(6). pp. 341-344.
• Elliot, B., Pillay, H., & Cumming, A. (2000). Quality teaching and learning: A response to social, political and technological change in an Australian context. Educational Research Journal, 15(1), 113-141.
• Dart, B., Pillay, H., & Burnett, P. (2000). Australian and Filipino students approaches to learning, conceptions of learning and learner self concepts: A cross-cultural comparison. Educational Research Journal, 15(1),143-165.
• Boles, W., & Pillay, H. (1999). Matching cognitive styles to computer-based instruction: an approach for enhanced learning in Electrical Engineering. International Journal of Engineering Education, 24(4), 371- 383.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., Wilss, L., & Mutch, S. (1997). Processing load and the use of concrete representations and strategies for solving linear equations. Journal of Mathematical Behaviour, 16(4)

Refereed Conference papers

• Tones, Megan J. and Pillay, Hitendra K. (2009) Stability of the learning and development survey : findings for mature aged local government and private healthcare organisations. In: ERA 2009 : Proceedings of : 8th National Conference of Emerging Researchers in Ageing, October 22-23, 2009, Melbourne, Australia. (Submitted (not yet accepted for publication))

• Hashimoto, Kazuaki and Pillay, Hitendra K. and Hudson, Peter B. (2008) Evaluating Educational Reform Projects in Developing Countries: A Case Study of Teacher Educational Reform in Egypt. In: 15th International Conference on Learning, 3-6 June 2008, University of Illinois, Chicago.

• Tones, Megan J. and Pillay, Hitendra K. (2007) Selection, Engagement and Disengagement of Learning Goals in Older Workers and their Respective Employers: Preliminary Findings in a Sample of Mature Age Australians. In: The Sixth Asian Conference of the Academy of HRD, 2007, 2-6 November 2007, Beijing, China.
• Pillay, H., Fox, T., Kelly, K., & Tones, M. ( December 2006). Exploring work choices to slow early labour force exit of mature aged Australians: Results from the transitional employment survey. The constraints to full employment on work choices and welfare-to-work .
• Pillay, H., Clarke, J & Hearn, G ( 2005, December). Researching Transitions: Some Assumptions and Challenges of Researching Seamless Learning. International Conference on Post-compulsory Education Conference Proceedings. Gold Coast.
• Spencer, F & Pillay, H (2005, September). Recognition, recall and application of information learned about the human brain from two varying computer based instruction tasks. APS Conference, Melbourne.

• Clarke, John and Pillay, Hitendra and Taylor, Peter (2004) Learning in Technology-rich Environments: Recognising 'Beyond-the-Box' Issues. In: Online Learning and Teaching (OLT) 2004 Conference Proceedings. Exploring Integrated Learning Environments., 3 November 2004, Brisbane, Australia.

• Pillay, H., Clarke, J. A. & Taylor, P. G. (2004, December). Intelligent learning environments: Motives, strategies and learning agency. In J. Searle, C. McCavanagh & R. Roebuck (Eds.), Doing, thinking, activity, learning (Volume 2, pp.96-101). Brisbane: Australian Academic Press.
• Taylor, P. G., Pillay, H. & Clarke, J. A. (2004, December). Investigating the consequences of sustained involvement in new learning environments. In J. Searle, C. McCavanagh & R. Roebuck (Eds.), Doing, thinking, activity, learning (Volume 2, pp. 219-230). Brisbane: Australian Academic Press.

• Pillay, Hitendra and Spencer, Fiona (2003) Effect of Static and Interactive Computer Based Instruction on Student Computer and Written Assessments of Learning. In: Advances in Technology-based education: Toward a knowledge-based society, 3-6 December 2003, Badajoz, Spain.

• Clarke, John and Pillay, Hitendra and Taylor, Peter (2003) Enriching the Learning Culture through Peers and Technology. In: Enriching Learning Cultures, 1-3 December, 2003, Gold Coast, Queensland.

• Pillay, H, Taylor, P & Clarke, J (2003, August).Learner agency in technological learning environments: What influences students’ willingness to learn?. European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction, Padova, Italy.
• Pillay, H, Boulton-Lewis,G & Wilss,L (2003, August). Changing Workplace Environments: Implications for Learning at Work and Higher Education. European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction, Padova, Italy.
• Pillay, H., Louis, A (2002 November). Perspectives of Flexible Learning- mapping the shared understandings and conflicting expectations of students and, ITCE conference, Badjoz, Spain.
• Taylor, P., Pillay, H & Clarke, J (2002, December). Understanding the outcomes of change: interrogating student adaptation to new learning environments. International Conference on Post-compulsory Education Conference Proceedings. Gold Coast.
• Pillay, H., Louis, A & Ward, P. (2002 December). Shared understandings and conflicting expectations of university students and staff around ‘flexible learning’ International Conference on Post-compulsory Education Conference Proceedings. Gold Coast.
• Boulton-Lewis,G., Pillay, H., Wilss, L. (2002). Conceptions of health and illness held by Australian Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Papua New Guinea health science students, Australian Journal of Primary Health, Vol8(2).
• Rhodes, Sean and Boulton-Lewis, Gillian and Lankshear, Colin and Pillay, Hitendra and Wilss, Lynn (2001) "Native" and "Immigrant" Workers' Conceptions of Work: Understanding Implications for Knowledge Creation and Use in Emerging Practices. In: Knowledge Demands for the New Economy, 3-5 December 2001.
• Pillay, H., Boulton-Lewis,G., Lankshear, C., Wilss, L., & Rhodes, S. (2001, July). Understanding changing conceptions of work: Impressions from older workers. 2nd International conference on Researching work and learning, Calgary, Canada.
• Kimber, K., Pillay, H., & Richards, C. (2001, Nov). Learning Through ICT an Analysis of the Quality of Knowledge Developed through Computer Mediated Learning Tools. Post-Graduate Conference, QUT
• Boulton-Lewis,G., Pillay, H., Lankshear, C., Wilss, L., & Rhodes, S. (2001, August). Older workers’ changing conceptions of work. European Association for Research on Learning and Instruction, Switzerland.
• Boulton-Lewis,G., Pillay, H., Wilss, L., & Lewis, D. (2001, July). Conceptions of health held by Aboriginal, Tones Strait Islander, and Papua New Guinea indigenous primary health care students. Higher Education Close Up: Qualitative Research into Higher Education, England.
• Kimber, K., Pillay, H., & Richards, C. (2001, July). Technoliteracy in practice: A case study of computer-generated concept maps and students-as-designers in Humanities Classrooms. 8th International Literacy and Education Research Network Conference, Greece.
• Pillay, H. (2000, July). Emerging attributes of pedagogy and curriculum for universities of the future. 25th International Conference, Frankfurt, Germany.
• Pillay, H. (2000, October). Conceptualizing teacher training for a free market economy, World Bank/PIUE Tajikistan Sponsored Conference on Education Reform, Dushanbe, Tajikistan.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., & Wilss, L. (2000). Readiness for Algebra. 24th Annual Conference of the International Group for Psychology of Mathematics Education. Japan.
• Pillay, H., & Elliott, B. (2000, July). Challenges facing pedagogy and curriculum for the future: A critical thinking model. First Symposium on Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, National University of Singapore.
• Pillay, H. (1999, July). Beliefs about knowledge and students’ conceptions of learning: Implication for learner-centred education. 24th International Conference on Improving University Learning and Teaching, Brisbane.
• Boles, W., & Pillay, H. (1998, August). Cognitive styles, subject content and the design of computer based instruction. Proceedings of the 5th International Symposium on Signal Processing and its Applications, ISSPA ‘99 (Vol.2, pp. 559-562). Brisbane.
• Pillay, H. (1998, July). Contract learning in higher education: an experiment to make university learning authentic. 23rd International Conference on Improving University Teaching (Vol.1, pp. 211-222). Dublin.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., & Wilss, L. (1998, July). Arithmetic, pre algebra and algebra: A model of transition. Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia, Gold Coast.
• Pillay, H. (1997, July). Some considerations for the adoption of technology based learning systems. In the invited seminar Promises and Pitfalls of Information Technology in Higher Education: An International Perspective (pp. 124-137). Faculdade Da Cidade, Rio de Janerio, Brazil
• Pillay, H., Boles, W., & Raj, L. (1997, July) Personalizing computer based instruction to enhance university learning. 22nd International Conference on Improving University Teaching (Vol. 2, pp. 138-160), Brazil
• Pillay, H. (1997, July). Some considerations for the adoption of technology based learning systems. In the invited seminar Promises and Pitfalls of Information Technology in Higher Education: An International Perspective, Faculdade Da Cidade, Rio de Janerio, Brazil.
• Pillay, H., Boles, W. & Raj, L. (1997, July). Personalizing computer based instruction to enhance university learning. 22nd International Conference on Improving University Teaching (Vol. 2, pp. 13 8-160). Brazil.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., Wilss, L., & Mutch, S. (1997, August). Transition from arithmetic to algebra: A cognitive perspective. 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Psychology of Mathematics Education (Vol. 2, pp. 178-185). Lahiti, Finland.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., Wilss, L. (1997, November). Sequencing and the transition from arithmetic to algebra: A cognitive perspective. Australian Association for Research in Education, Brisbane.
• Cooper, T., Boulton-Lewis, G., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., Wilss, L., & Mutch, S. (1997, August). Transition from arithmetic to algebra: Initial understanding of equals, operation and variables. 21st Annual Conference of the International Group for Psychology of Mathematics Education (Vol. 2, pp. 82-89). Lahiti, Finland.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., Wilss, L. & Mutch, S. (1997, July). A cognitive perspective on the transition from arithmetic to algebra:. Mathematics Education Research Group of Australasia, Hamilton, NZ.
• Pillay, H., & Brownlee, J. (1996, December). Provision of multiple pathways: Are we facilitating better learning or just greater accessibility. 4th International Conference on Post-compulsory Education Conference Proceedings (Vol. 1, pp. 23-33). Gold Coast.
• Pillay, H. (1996, December). Barriers, boundaries or misrepresentations of learning principles in adult and vocational education and training. 4th International Conference on Post-compulsory Education Conference Proceedings (Vol. 1, pp. 43-53). Gold Coast.
• Pillay, H. (1996, June). Structuring instruction in computer based education to accommodate preferred cognitive styles and enhancing learning in Nurse Education. 16th Annual Conference of the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education, Ottawa, Canada.
• Boulton-Lewis, G., Cooper, T., Atweh, B., Pillay, H., Wilss, L. & Mutch, S. (1995, July). Concrete representations and strategies for solving linear equations. Mathematics Education Research Group of Australia, National Conference, Darwin.
• Pillay, H. (1995, August). Cognitive processes in understanding graphical representations used in learning assembly procedures. European Association for Research in Learning and Instruction Conference, Nimjegem, Netherlands.
• Pillay, H., & Chinnappan, M. (1994, November). A representational model for conceptualizing acquisition and transfer of knowledge and skills in the workplace. Post-Compulsory Education Conference Proceedings (Vol. 2, pp. 87-98). Griffith University, Brisbane.

Non-Refereed Conference papers

• Pillay, H & Clarke, J. (2004 June). Integrating ICT’s into Teacher Education: An Australia Experience. Scandinavian: Asia-Pacific Conference, Jonkoping, Sweden.
• Tan, P.L., Pillay, H., Spencer, F. (2005, April). Approaches to learning and learning values of Malay and Chinese knowledge workers. Sixth Biennial Conference of the Asian Association of Social Psychology: Global perspectives on Asian social psychology. Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
• Tan, P.L., Pillay, H., Spencer, F. (2004, May). Towards a holistic cross-cultural framework for the investigation of Malaysian adult learners’ professional development engagement. Fifth International Conference on Human Resource Development Research and Practice across Europe 2004 University of Limerick, Limerick, Republic of Ireland.
• Tan, P.L., Pillay, H., Spencer, F. (2004, November). Towards a Holistic Cross-Cultural Framework for the Investigation of Malaysian Knowledge Workers. Innovation and Enterprise: Education for the New Economy Educational Research Association of Singapore, Singapore.
• Pillay, H. (2003, January) Demand driven models for Curriculum Reform. World Bank and Republic of Azerbaijan conference: Managing Education Reform in CIS countries. Baku.
• Elliott, B., Pillay, H., & Lundin, R. (2000, December). Facing Reality in the Virtual Educational World. The 6th UNESCO ACEID Conference. IT and Educational innovation for development: Interfacing Global and Indigenous Knowledge, Bangkok.
• Elliott, B., Pillay, H., & Cumming, A. (1999, March). Quality teaching and learning: A response to social, political and technological change in an Australian context. 2nd International Conference in Pursuit of Excellence in Higher Education, Bangkok.
• Pillay, H., & Elliott, B. (1999, December). Emerging attributes of pedagogy and curriculum for the new world order. The 5th UNESCO-ACEID Conference: Reforming Curriculum and Pedagogy. Innovation Visions for the New Century, Bangkok.
• Donohue, R., Pillay, H., & Patton, W. (1998, July). Coping with a dynamic environment: Organisational and Individual responses to the changing nature of work. International Academy of Business and Administrative Sciences, Budapest.
• Pillay, H. (1998, April). Using transformational learning to change mindsets towards health. At the Cutting Edge: Food and Nutrition Education for Australian Schools Conference, Brisbane.
• Pillay, H. (1998, May). Empowering individuals to become responsive to our changing society. 9th International Intervisitation Program, Barbados.
• Pillay, H. (1998, March). A cognitive perspective to nurturing intelligences. 8th State Conference of Queensland Association for Gifted and Talented Children Inc, Brisbane.
• Pillay, H. (1996, October). Cognitive technology for knowledge acquisition and enhanced performance in engineering related subjects. 1st International Conference on Engineering Psychology and Cognitive Ergonomics, Stratford- upon-Avon, England.
• Pillay, H. (1995, December). Cognitive process and instructional format: Structuring instruction for learning assembly procedures. 2nd International Conference on Cognition and Education, Varnasi.
• Pillay, H., & Chinnappan, M. (1995, April). Mathematical understanding in the workplace: A cognitive perspective. International Commission on Mathematical Instruction, Conference on Regional Collaboration in Mathematic Education, Melbourne.

Invited Presentations

• Pillay, H (2005, February) Research into Local Government Workforce: Ageing of Local Government Workforce, LGAQ: Human Resource conference. Southbank Convention Centre, Townsville.
• Pillay, H, Taylor, P and Clarke, J, (2003, February). New Learning Environments and Undergraduate Student Development. Griffith Institute of Higher Education, Logan Campus.
• Pillay, H. ( 2003, January). Developing and Demand Driven Education model for the emerging market economy in Former Soviet Union countries, European Bank for Rehabilitation and Development. Yerevan, Armenia.
• Pillay, H. (2002, January). Learning Reform in Thailand: Why is it needed? Chang Mai University, Thailand
• Pillay, H. (2001, December). Multidisciplinary Research Methods. Faculty Of Pharmacy, Mahidol University, Thailand.
• Pillay, H. (2000, December). Workplace-based education and training in Australia. Invited presentation to the National Taiwan Normal University Graduate Program, Taiwan.
• Pillay, H. (2000, February). Understanding active learning and creative teaching. Invited presentation to Education Stakeholders, World Bank & Ministry of Education, Ankra, Turkey.
• Pillay, H. (1999, July). Teaching for critical thinking in the professions. Invited seminar to the Faculty of Law, QUT, Brisbane.
• Pillay, H. (1998, July). Authentic and meaningful learning and the empowerment of learners. Invited presentation to the Wolfgang Geothe University, Germany.
• Pillay, H. (1997, December). Understanding and facilitating critical thinking in tertiary students. Invited seminar to the Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand.
• Pillay, H. (1997, August). Jobs as Franchises: Stimulating new ways to conceptualise jobs. Queensland Development Committee: Management Improvement. Brisbane.
• Pillay, H. (1996, April). Understanding relationship between cognitive styles and cognitive load. Invited presentation to the Centre for Cognition and Medical Education, University of McGill, Montreal, Canada.
• Pillay, H. (1995, March). The development of competency at the workplace: A mental representational analysis. Research Seminar to the Centre for Mathematics and Science Education, QUT, Brisbane.