Institute for Pedagogical Innovation, Research & Excellence
In this guest post by Mr Abel Pérez Abad, a Spanish Lecturer and course coordinator at the Centre for Modern Languages at NTU, he shares about a traditional but refreshing activity that uses tangible and authentic objects – postcards. He is a firm believer that the combination of technologically enhanced learning and successful traditional activities helps educators to create memorable
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Reflection cultivates metacognition, or the ability to think about one’s own thinking. When students reflect on their learning, it helps them develop an awareness of how they learn and understand concepts. They can identify their cognitive strengths, weaknesses, and preferences. Reflection also enables students to compare different approaches to learning and determine what works best for them. By critically analysing
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According to John Dewey (1910), the renowned American philosopher and educational theorist, learning is made meaningful when the instructor begins with concrete examples contextualised in students’ realm of experience and gradually moves towards abstract concepts. This enables students to connect the dots between what they already know and the new concepts they’re learning. By doing this, educators can make learning
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Have you ever considered the power of storytelling in your pedagogy? Storytelling can be a powerful tool to engage students, enhance learning, and make difficult concepts more accessible. When we use stories to illustrate a point, students are more likely to remember the information and understand its relevance. Stories also help to create an emotional connection between the student and
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Asst Prof Koh Keng We led students from HH3004 Comparative Business History on a second field trip on the 13th of March, this time to Singapore River and the Central Business District. This is a precinct with profound historical significance. In the 19th century, Singapore River was the heart of the bustling trading port that paved the way for Singapore’s
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On 20th February 2023, Asst Prof Koh Keng We led students from HH3004 Comparative Business History on a field trip to the Asian Civilisations Museum. The Asian Civilisations Museum in Singapore is a world-renowned institution that showcases the diverse cultural heritage of Asia. The museum boasts an impressive collection of over 2,000 artefacts from China, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and
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This guest post features the reflections of Assistant Professor Andrew Prahl from the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information. In it, he sheds light on his experience of integrating generative artificial intelligence (AI) into his classes to enhance the learning experience. As with any nascent technology, there are challenges and risks that must be considered. This article offers
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