Workshop 1 - Project-Based Experiential Learning: Build, Measure, Learn
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| Monday, March 13, 2023 |
| 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| MR101 |
Details
A major theme in developing twenty-first century competencies centres on the learning philosophy of taking what was learned in one situation and applying it to new situations (Lee, et al., 2014). To embrace this learning philosophy, teaching pedagogy may have to evolve from content teaching, to engaging students in active learning, hence focusing on applying and reflecting knowledge (Pan et al., 2019). Other research also recommends Project-Based Experiential Learning (PBEL) as a mean to help put an end to the rule of rote learning and test prep schooling. What should an institution do to build a PBEL curriculum? How would one measure the outcome of the programme? How might one learn from the initial experience and make necessary adjustment to the PBEL programme? At this workshop, be guided by Singapore Management University as they share their experience on setting up their PBL programme (launched in 2015 as SMU-X). They will discuss the various models and options of PBEL, its challenges as well as resources to be committed to the programme.
Learning Objectives:
• Understand why project-based experiential learning is beneficial to your institution and its stakeholders
• Learn how to build a project-based experiential learning programme
• Understand the challenges faced by administrators, faculty and students in implementing experiential learning programs and ways to overcome these obstacles
Target Audience:
Faculty or administrator involved in curriculum development
Target Audience Level:
Beginner
Presenter(s)
Mr Kevin Koh
Head, SMU-X Project-Based Experiential Learning
Singapore Management University, Singapore
Project-based Experiential Learning: Build, Measure, Learn.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PMBiography
Kevin is responsible for the development and implementation of the project-based experiential learning called SMU-X – a signature programme at Singapore Management University. He works with faculty, students and partner organisations to provide a learning environment where students learn to learn from project work. Kevin is excited about making meaningful impact to teaching and learning through innovative curriculum and pedagogy design, collaborative partnerships and space planning.
Prof Venky Shankararaman
President, APAIE; Vice Provost (Education)
Singapore Management University, Singapore
Project-based Experiential Learning: Build, Measure, Learn.
Biography
Venky specializes include business process management and analytics, enterprise systems architecture and integration, and education pedagogy. With 30 years of experience in the IT industry in various capacities as a researcher, academic faculty member, IT professional and industry consultant, he has published over 90 papers in academic journals and conferences.
Dr Yuanto Kusnadi
Associate Professor of Accounting
Singapore Management University, Singapore
Project-based Experiential Learning: Build, Measure, Learn.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PMBiography
Dr. Yuanto KUSNADI is an Associate Professor (Education) at the School of Accountancy of the Singapore Management University. He is also the Academic Director of the SMU-X, an experiential learning unit in the Office of Provost. Dr. Kusnadi has over ten years’ of teaching experience in valuation, accounting for entrepreneurs, financial management, analytics for financial instruments, and experiential learning through real-consultancy projects.
Mr Chiang Derek
Senior Development Partner, SMU-X, Office of the Provost
Singapore Management University, Singapore
Project-based Experiential Learning: Build, Measure, Learn.
Biography
Mr. Derek Chiang is the Senior Development Partner of SMU-X, the project-based experiential learning programme, at the Office of the Provost of Singapore Management University. He works closely with faculty, students and partner organisations to provide a learning environment that benefits these three stakeholders through meaningful real-life projects and mentorships.
