Programme Overview

Time 16 June
(Pre-conference Day)
17 June
(Day 1)
18 June
(Day 2)
19 June
(Day 3)
0800-0900   Registration Registration Registration
0900-1030 Opening Remarks
Prof Cheong Hee Kiat
Plenary session 3


Parallel session #4
(5 tracks: 3 presenters/track
20 mins of presentation each)
Keynote

1030-1100 Tea Tea Tea
1100-1230 Plenary session 1


Parallel Session #2
(7 tracks: 3 presenters/track
20 mins of presentation each)
Plenary session 4


Closing remarks

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)
 
1330-1500
1500-1530 Pre-conference registration and workshop

  • Venue: C.3.08

Tea Tea
1530-1700 Plenary session 2


Parallel Session #3
(7 tracks: 3 presenters/track
20 mins of presentation each)
1700-1800 Cocktail reception
(1700hrs to 1930hrs)

Venue: A.3.01A
Vendor Roundtable
(7 parallel tracks, 45mins each)
   
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


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
1030-1100

Tea

Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ

1100-1230

Plenary Session 1

Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ


1230-1330

Lunch

Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ

1330-1500

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)
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

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B-3: Breaking faculty boundaries: Best practices to improve adoption

Presenter: Susan D’ALOIA, Blackboard, USA

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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

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Sponsored - Platinum sponsor's speaker for parallel session
1500-1530

Tea

Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ

1530-1700

Plenary Session 2

Venue: Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ


1700-1800

Vendor Round Table


Track Venue Topic Presenter Organiser
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


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)
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
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)
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)
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


Panel Session + Closing Remarks

1230-1330

Lunch

Venue: Outside Performing Arts Theatre, SIM HQ