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| Time | 16 June (Pre-conference Day) |
17 June (Day 1) |
18 June (Day 2) |
19 June (Day 3) |
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| 0800-0900 | Registration | Registration | Registration | |
| 0900-1030 | Opening Remarks Prof Cheong Hee Kiat |
Plenary session 3
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Parallel session #4 (5 tracks: 3 presenters/track 20 mins of presentation each) |
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| Keynote
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| 1030-1100 | Tea | Tea | Tea | |
| 1100-1230 | Plenary session 1
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Parallel Session #2 (7 tracks: 3 presenters/track 20 mins of presentation each) |
Plenary session 4
Closing remarks |
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| 1230-1330 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | |
| Parallel Session #1 (7 tracks: 3 presenters/track 20 mins of presentation each) |
User Group Meetings (5 parallel tracks, 1 speaker per track, 90mins each) |
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| 1500-1530 | Pre-conference registration and workshop
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Tea | Tea | |
| 1530-1700 | Plenary session 2
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Parallel Session #3 (7 tracks: 3 presenters/track 20 mins of presentation each) |
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| 1700-1800 | Cocktail reception (1700hrs to 1930hrs) Venue: A.3.01A |
Vendor Roundtable (7 parallel tracks, 45mins each) |
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| 1830-2100 | Networking Dinner @ CHIJMES Hall (cocktail reception commences at 6.30pm) [transport is provided] |
16 June 2015 (Pre-conference Day)
1500-1700
Pre-conference Workshops
- Facilitator: Rosemary Luckin, London Knowledge Lab, UK
- Title: Giving Teachers a Voice
Venue: C.3.08
1700-1900
Cocktail Reception
Venue: A.3.01A
17 June 2015 (Day 1)
0800-0900
Registration
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
0900-1030
Opening and Keynote
Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
- Opening Remarks
- Prof Cheong Hee Kiat, SIM University, Singapore
- Keynote
- Speaker: Larry Johnson, New Media Consortium, USA
- Title: From Good to Great - Uncommon Leadership in These Uncertain Times
1030-1100
Tea
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1100-1230
Plenary Session 1
Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
- Speaker: Wong Yue Kee, SIM University, Singapore
- Title: Enhanced Digital Content: Changing Landscapes for Teaching and Learning
- Speaker: Franklin Luk, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR
- Title: Nurturing Whole Persons in a Technology-Driven World: Success Stories from Hong Kong Baptist University
1230-1330
Lunch
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1330-1500
Sponsored - Platinum sponsor's speaker for parallel session
Parallel Session #1
| Time | Venue: C.3.08 (Session Chair: Elham ARABI) |
Venue: C.3.09 (Session Chair: Sylvia CHONG) |
Venue: C.3.10 (Session Chair: Chong GUAN) |
Venue: C.3.11 (Session Chair: Abdel Halim SYKES) |
Venue: C.3.12 (Session Chair: James TAN) |
Venue: C.3.13 (Session Chair: Hian Chye KOH) |
Venue: C.4.16 (Session Chair: Wei Ying LIM) |
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| 1330hrs - 1400hrs | A-1: Course design for blended learning: A case study of technology adoption and learner experience Presenter: Elham ARABI, SIM University, Singapore |
B-1: Developing Online Learning Communities (OLCs) with adult learners Presenter: Sylvia CHONG, SIM University, Singapore |
C-1: Implementation of school-based curriculum development by teachers of different beliefs in a Hong Kong secondary school Presenter: Samson YUEN, Nottingham Trent University, UK |
D-1: Not sorry for doing it, but very sorry for getting caught: Dealing with plagiarism in the Asia-Pacific classroom Presenter: Leanda CARE, Igamix Management & Consulting Ltd, Macau SAR |
E-1: Diversifying MOOC towards rural development: Exploring the affordances through participatory approach Presenter: Sherry MARASIGAN, University of the Philippines Los Banos, The Philippines |
F-1: Big-data analytics on blended e-learning Presenter: Ivy CHIA, SIM University, Singapore |
G-1: Towards learner-centred design: The development of a model for considering curriculum design Presenter: Helen BOUND, Institute for Adult Learning, Singapore |
| 1400hrs - 1430hrs | A-2: Patterns, types, and determinants of collaborative interactions in a supplementary online discussion forum of an undergraduate Biostatistics class Presenter: Early Sol GADONG, University of the Philippines Visayas, The Philippines |
B-2: Consensus-building in distance education: Making learning more flexible Presenter: Ricardo T. BAGARINAO, University of the Philippines Open University, The Philippines |
C-2: An online interactive platform for the teaching of laboratory safety Presenter: Lee Kian TAI, Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore |
D-2: Validity and usability of the Automated Essay Evaluation System (AEE) Presenter: Jiaoyang CUI, Singapore Centre for Chinese Language, Singapore |
E-2: Is forum fully used in teaching of MOOCs Presenter: Di CHEN, Shanghai Jiaotong University, PRC |
F-2: The potential of learning analytics to systematically address diverse learning needs and improve retention in Australian higher education Presenter: Henk HUIJSER, Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education, Australia |
G-2: Enhancing learning and teaching experience with digital course solution: Evidence from teaching Introductory Accounting course to non-Business students Presenter: Rony LIM, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore |
| 1430hrs - 1500hrs | A-3: Learning Management System (LMS) evolution : Change management perspective Presenter: William WAN, The Hong Kong University of Science & Technology, HKSAR Sponsored |
B-3: Breaking faculty boundaries: Best practices to improve adoption Presenter: Susan D’ALOIA, Blackboard, USA Sponsored |
C-3: 3D virtual learning environment for 9th grade Earth Sciences education Presenter: Wen Hsiang CHIU, Ming Chuan University, Taiwan |
D-3: New dynamic interaction game-based learning tool for Chinese medicine Presenter: Yiu On LI, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
E-3: Practice: MOOC-based course to credit course in CNMOOC Presenter: Jianbo YU, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, PRC |
F-3: Linking staff training to student engagement in blended learning through 'big' Data Analytics Presenter: Wai To Green LUK, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, HKSAR |
G-3: Student success at Victoria University of Wellington Presenter: Pam THORBURN, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand Sponsored |
1500-1530
Tea
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1530-1700
Plenary Session 2
Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
- Speaker: Rosemary Luckin, London Knowledge Lab, UK
- Title: Mainstreaming Innovation
- Speaker: Perry Samson, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, USA
- Title: Lessons Learned from Measuring Student Behavior During Class
1700-1800
Vendor Round Table
| Track | Venue | Topic | Presenter | Organiser |
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| 1 | C.3.08 | Transforming your Institution into an Agile, Scalable and On-Demand Infrastructure | Glenn PHILPOTT, Director of Education Services, APAC, Blackboard and Chris Ross, Director of Industry Management, APAC, Blackboard | Blackboard |
| 2 | C.3.09 | Growing Communities of Innovation through an Open Learning Platform | Troy Martin, Director, Asia Pacific and Travis Cornes, Solutions Engineer, Canvas by Instructure | Canvas by Instructure |
| 3 | C.3.10 | The Next Big Thing in Education is Data | Abhijit MADHUGIRI, Vice President, International Business Development for Echo360 Inc. | echo360 |
| 4 | C.3.11 | Fostering Self-Directed Improvement with Teachers & Learners: Purposeful Social Feedback with Bluepulse | Samer JAFFAR, Executive VP, Global Operations, eXplorance | eXplorance |
| 5 | C.3.12 | Trends and Innovation in Higher Education – How can technology support better learning outcomes? | Ehud CHATOW, Worldwide Strategy & Business Development Manager-Education, Graphics Solutions Business, Hewlett-Packard Company | Hewlett-Packard |
| 6 | C.3.13 | The Flipped Classroom powered by Big Data Analytics | Salmon SIM, Regional Manager, APAC, Pentaho | Hitachi Data Systems |
| 7 | C.4.16 | Driving systemic change with technology and outcome | Rachel BRUJIS, Director, Efficacy and Research, Pearson | Pearson |
1830-2100
Networking Dinner
Venue: CHIJMES
30 Victoria Street, 187996
18 June 2015 (Day 2)
0800-0900
Registration
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
0900-1030
Plenary Session 3
Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
- Kong Siu Cheung, Hong Kong Institute of Education, HKSAR
- e-Learning in School Education in Hong Kong: An Evaluation of 11 Pilot Projects
- Jiang Zhibin, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
- MOOCs Better Education: The case of Shanghai Jiao Tong University and its CnMOOC
1030-1100
Tea
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1100-1230
Parallel Session #2
| Time | Venue: C.3.08 (Session Chair: Abdel Halim SYKES) |
Venue: C.3.09 (Session Chair: Chong GUAN) |
Venue: C.3.10 (Session Chair: Wei Ying LIM) |
Venue: C.3.11 (Session Chair: Ivy CHIA) |
Venue: C.3.12 (Session Chair: Brian LEE) |
Venue: C.3.13 (Session Chair: Hian Chye KOH) |
Venue: C.4.16 (Session Chair: Eva WONG) |
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| 1100hrs - 1130hrs | A-4: Replacing locally-hosted Learning Management System with Cloud-based SAAS Solution: An Institutional Study Presenter: Crusher WONG, City University of Hong Kong, HKSAR |
B-4: Towards a future-ready Accounting educationL The promise of the Flipped Classroom teaching model Presenter: May May HO, Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore |
C-4: E-learning strategies to accelerate time-to-proficiency in acquiring complex skills: Preliminary findings Presenter: Raman K. ATTRI, SIM University, Singapore |
D-4: Immediate post lecture formative assessment by Google form Presenter: Yin Ni NG, Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore |
E-4: MOOC initiative @ CUHK: Case studies Presenter: Carol CHIU, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, HKSAR |
F-4: Can learning analytics contribute to pedagogic enhancement? Presenter: Stephen CLARKE, Blackboard, UK |
G-4: Learning about academic integrity and ethics using mobile technologies and augmented reality Presenter: Eric H C CHOW, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
| 1130hrs - 1200hrs | A-5: Driving and measuring innovation in teaching Presenter: Jiawei YONG, Singapore Management University, Singapore |
B-5: Development of critical thinking abilities in Traditional Chinese Medicine through online case-based learning at Blackboard Presenter: Hong Qi ZHANG, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
C-5: Determinants of learners’ intention to continue using the e-learning program of the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI) Presenter: Merrian SOLIVA, Agricultural Training Institute - Regional Training Center 7, The Philippines |
D-5: E-portfolio assessment in general education – a practitioner’s perspective Presenter: Simon Kai-Ming TO, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
E-5: MOOC here, MOOC there, MOOC everywhere, but who are our learners? Presenter: Melinda DELA PENA BANDALARIA, University of the Philippines Open University, The Philippines |
F-5: Study of the visualization method about the learning situation from the perspective of learning analytics Presenter: Hanqiong SUN, Yunnan University, PRC |
G-5: Study on using mobile devices in practice course for nursing innovative education: Teacher’s view Presenter: Ying-Hung PU, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan |
| 1200hrs - 1230hrs | A-6: Effectiveness of facilitating ESL learning with personal response system Presenter: Xiaohong YANG, Shanghai Jiao Tong University. PRC |
B-6: Conceptual gamification framework for e-learning system based on Web 2.0 technology Presenter: Oscar WONGSO, Maranatha Christian University, Indonesia |
C-6: Collaborative development of a student-centred, innovative interactive report writing tool for biomedical sciences Presenter: Anuj BHARGAVA, University of Auckland, New Zealand |
D-6: Overcome challenges in online exams Presenter: Tang Meng FAN, Singapore Management University, Singapore |
E-6: Effectiveness of e-learning among adult learners: An Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM) approach Presenter: Sin Sing ANG, University of Antwerp, Belgium |
F-6: Examining service excellence in higher education for adult learners: A text-mining analysis Presenter: Yew Haur LEE, SIM University, Singapore |
G-6: Addressing the pedagogical challenges of mobile applications to support ubiquitous learning Presenter: Christopher KEYES, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
1230-1330
Lunch
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1330-1500
User Group Meetings
| Track | Venue | Topic | Presenter | Organiser |
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| 1 | C.3.08 | Getting the most out of digital assessment and Feedback | Stephen CLARKE, Solutions Engineering Manager, International, Blackboard and LAU Eng Tang, Solutions Engineer, Blackboard | Blackboard |
| 2 | C.3.09 | True Cloud + Agile Development + Community Engagement = LMS Awesomeness | Travis CORNES, Solutions Engineer | Canvas by Instructure |
| 3 | C.3.10 | Hear everything your students are saying: Big data analysis with an integrated learning experience platform, Blue/Evaluation | Samer JAFFAR, Executive VP, Global Operations, eXplorance | eXplorance |
| 4 | C.3.11 | A hands on session using LINK, Knewton and HP adaptive learning | Ehud CHATOW, Worldwide Strategy & Business Development Manager-Education, Graphics Solutions Business, Hewlett-Packard Company | Hewlett Packard |
| 5 | C.3.12 | Using technology to facilitate peer learning in lectures | TAN Yu Yuan, Portfolio Manager for Higher Education, Pearson | Pearson |
1500-1530
Tea
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1530-1700
Parallel Session #3
| Time | Venue: C.3.08 (Session Chair: Kin Chew LIM) |
Venue: C.3.09 (Session Chair: Brian LEE) |
Venue: C.3.10 (Session Chair: Abdel Halim SYKES) |
Venue: C.3.11 (Session Chair: Ivy CHIA) |
Venue: C.3.12 (Session Chair: Wei Ying LIM) |
Venue: C.3.13 (Session Chair: Qiong WANG) |
Venue: C.4.16 (Session Chair: Chong GUAN) |
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| 1530hrs - 1600hrs | A-7: New paradigm related to innovative technologies at Czech secondary schools Presenter: Ivo MARTINIK, VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava, Czech Republic |
B-7: Use of Electronic Health Documentation to Enhance Accuracy in Documentation Presenter: Crisencio TENEBROSO, Institute of Technical Education, Singapore |
C-7: Empowering technical education learners in e-learning Presenter: Ying Hui CHAN, Institute of Technical Education, Singapore |
D-7: Enhancing academic integrity online via blended learning and discussion analytics Presenter: Siu Cheung KONG, The Hong Kong Institute of Education, HKSAR |
E-7: Improving student engagement and attendance through the use of social media and tools Presenter: Tony HALIM, SIM University, Singapore |
F-7: A pilot study in the use of learning analysis in student learning Presenter: Shanxun REN, Yunnan University, China |
G-7: An application of clickstream tracking for mobile learning Presenter: Joey CHAN, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
| 1600hrs - 1630hrs | A-8: Pedagogy in virtual classrooms without compromising the quality of the scientific and scholarly curriculum Presenter: Jayems DHINGRA, SIM University, Singapore |
B-8: Peer review in online and blended learning environments: extending the learning conversations in an Australian regional university. Presenter: Stephen ROWE, Southern Cross University, Australia |
C-8: Using Google classroom as a learning environment: An initial survey on usage and perception Presenter: Yik Sheng LEE, Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Malaysia |
D-8: Reinforcing flow experience in self-assessment testing through employing neurofeedback techniques Presenter: Guan-Yu CHEN, National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan |
E-8: IT-HELPS: Free online exchange tools and activities for intercultural communication Presenter: NguyenThi Khoi BUI, Australian National University, Australia |
F-8: An evaluation on the adoption of e-Learning in the School of Business at UniSIM Presenter: Pui Mun LEE, SIM University, Singapore |
G-8: Pedagogical implications of a crossword puzzle mobile application for language learning Presenter: Ronnie SHROFF, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
| 1630hrs -1700hrs | A-9: Implementing an e-learning model in a traditional university: Barriers and strategies Presenter: Oriel HERRERA, Universidad Católica de Temuco, Chile |
B-9: How adults learn formally and informally using digital media Presenter: Sin Sing ANG, University of Antwerp, Belgium |
D-9: Towards an effective e-assessment system and framework: Documentation, reflection and application Presenter: Joane SERRANO, University of the Philippines Open University, The Philippines |
E-9: Improving faculty and students communication and engagement through Facebook Presenter: Devandran APPARASAMY, Sunway University, Malaysia |
G-9: Using mobile devices as simultaneous media in class and out of class, for research, collaboration, and measuring real-time engagement Presenter: Warren LINGER, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKSAR |
19 June 2015 (Day 3)
0800-0900
Registration
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
0900-1030
Parallel Session #4
| Time | C.3.08 (Session Chair: Abdel Halim SYKES) |
C.3.09 (Session Chair: Sylvia CHONG) |
C.3.10 (Session Chair: Kin Chew LIM) |
C.3.11 (Session Chair: Ivy CHIA) |
C.4.16 (Session Chair: Wei Ying LIM) |
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| 0900hrs - 0930hrs | A-10: E-lab in Institute of Technical Education Presenter: Chao Xiang ONG, Institute of Technical Education, Singapore |
B-10: Using project-based online learning for sustainability education Presenter: Christopher PANG, Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore |
C-9: Tracking learning using the experience API Presenter: Kin Chew LIM, SIM University, Singapore |
D-10: A large-scale implementation of virtual synchronous classroom technology teaching and learning in Science and Technology Presenter: Stephen LOW, SIM University, Singapore |
E-10: An active learning platform for face-to-face or blended courses Presenter: Perry SAMSON, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, USA |
| 0930hrs - 1000hrs | A-11: A case study of blended-learning in campus life with the adoption of holistic approach to implement multiple-technologies for Generation Z Presenter: Kai Yue Jason CHAN, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, HKSAR |
B-11: What teaching model can enhance the effectiveness of learning in flipped classroom Presenter: Yu Jen CHEN, National Chung Cheng University, Taiwan |
C-10: Enhancing undergraduate students’ critical thinking skills through flipped classroom in a research methods class Presenter: Thipnapa HUANSURIYA, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand |
D-11: Teaching university subjects online, changing technology and pedagogical practice. Presenter: David SMITH, Charles Sturt University, Australia |
E-11: Learner-centred curriculum and instructional approaches for learning: A design analysis and informal observation Presenter: Gloria KONG, SIM University, Singapore |
| 1000hrs - 1030hrs | A-12: Quality e-learning in distance learning: Benefits and implications for National e-Learning Policy in Ghana Presenter: Hannah Ayaba TANYE, University of Professional Studies, Ghana |
B-12: Preparing future faculty through responsive postgraduate training programmes Presenter: Kiruthika RAGUPATHI, National University of Singapore, Singapore |
C-11: Student experience of blended learning from the perspective of community of inquiry framework Presenter: Jeanne LAM, The University of Hong Kong, HKSAR |
D-12: Online professional development courses for social workers through the Global Institute of Social Work: Ethical and pedagogical issues in the delivery of training Presenter: Ngoh Tiong TAN, SIM University, Singapore |
E-12: A learner-centered math online tutorial for learners with diverse learning needs Presenter: Chien-hui YANG, SIM University, Singapore |
1030-1100
Tea
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
1100-1230
Plenary Session 4
Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
- Speaker: Kyle Higgins and Randall Boone
- Title: Refocusing on Instructional Design in Assistive and Instructional Technology Research and Development
Panel Session + Closing Remarks
1230-1330
Lunch
Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ
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