Institute for Adult Learning
{{short description|Educational institute in Singapore}}
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{{Infobox university
| name = Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
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| established = 2008
| chairman = Mr Tan Kok Yam
| director = Associate Professor (Practice) Yeo Li Pheow
| country = Singapore
| type = Adult education School
| parent = Singapore University of Social Sciences
| affiliations =
| website = {{url|https://www.ial.edu.sg/}}
| language = English
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Institute for Adult Learning Singapore (IAL) is the Training and Adult Education autonomous institute within the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).{{Cite web |title=Learning to make an impact on other learners |url=https://www.todayonline.com/learning-minds/IAL/adult-education-trainer |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=TODAY |language=en}} It was established in 2008. IAL offers a range of education programmes such as Master's degree, WSQ Diploma, WSQ Advanced Certificate, and short courses in the field of training and adult education.{{Cite news |last=Feng |first=Zengkun |date=2021-08-18 |title=Adult educators go back to school to learn to be better trainers |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/adult-educators-go-back-to-school-to-learn-to-be-better-trainers |access-date=2024-06-22 |work=The Straits Times |language=en |issn=0585-3923}} IAL functions as the National Centre of Excellence for Adult Learning that aims to enhance the standards of Training and Adult Education (TAE) in Singapore by promoting ongoing education and partnering with higher education institutions and training providers.{{Cite news |last=Teng |first=Amelia |last2=Kai |first2=Ng Wei |date=2022-11-02 |title=New national centre in Singapore designated to drive adult education sector further forward |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/new-national-centre-in-singapore-designated-to-drive-adult-education-sector-further-forward |access-date=2024-06-23 |work=The Straits Times |language=en |issn=0585-3923}}{{Cite web |title=Institute for Adult Learning to spearhead capability building of the Training and Adult Education Sector |url=https://www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/newsroom/institute-for-adult-learning-to-spearhead-capability-building-of-the-training-and-adult-education-sector |access-date=2024-06-23 |website=SkillsFuture SG |language=en}} IAL engages in research to guide continuous education policies and practices, and aids in applying this research to develop practical tools and resources for the TAE community. Additionally, IAL contributes to the National Centre of Excellence for Workplace Learning (NACE) network, particularly through NACE@IAL, focusing on improving workplace learning theories and practices, as well as fostering innovation and technology within the TAE sector.{{Cite web |title=About IAL - Institute for Adult Learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/about-ial/ |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=www.ial.edu.sg}}{{Cite news |last=Choo |first=Yun Ting |date=2020-10-22 |title=New road map launched to support workplace learning and worker employability |url=https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/new-road-map-launched-to-support-workplace-learning-and-worker-employability |access-date=2024-06-23 |work=The Straits Times |language=en |issn=0585-3923}}{{Cite web |date=2020-08-13 |title=New digital transformation plan for training and adult education sector launched |url=https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/international/new-digital-transformation-plan-training-and-adult-education-sector-launched |access-date=2024-06-23 |website=The Business Times |language=en}}
History
IAL was established in 2008 to provide training for adult educators and undertake research in adult learning.
From 1 April 2019, IAL was restructured into an autonomous institute within Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).{{cite web | title = SUSS and IAL team up to advance adult education | website = The Straits Times | date = 26 April 2019 | url = https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/suss-and-ial-team-up-to-advance-adult-education| accessdate = 17 October 2019}}
On 11 January 2023, IAL has signed MoUs with Microsoft and SNEC to guide digital learning material design and enhance continuing education and training and ophthalmic healthcare skills.{{Cite news |date=11 January 2023 |title=Institute for Adult Learning inks two MOUs with Microsoft and Singapore National Eye Centre to advance digital workplace learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/getattachment/f846f193-cd91-413e-86d8-fd3f5b3b4d92/Media-Release_Digital-Andragogy-MOUs-Signing-Ceremony.pdf?lang=en-US&ext=.pdf |work=IAL}} From 13 March 2023, Associate Professor (Practice) Yeo Li Pheow succeeded Professor Lee Wing On as IAL Executive Director.{{Cite news |date=17 January 2023 |title=Experienced Education Leader Joins Institute for Adult Learning as Executive Director |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/getattachment/a754eed2-2f06-49c0-9364-3797034744e1/Media-Release-New-IAL-Executive-Director.pdf?lang=en-US&ext=.pdf |work=IAL}} On 20 October 2023, IAL has partnered with Agency for Integrated Care, Home Team Academy, and Kydon Holdings, enhancing the learning ecosystem through professional development, digital transformation, and creating effective learning materials across sectors.{{Cite news |date=20 October 2023 |title=Institute for Adult Learning elevates workplace learning through strategic collaborations and innovative programmes |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/getmedia/f3fe4dbb-9806-47c9-8fc2-982ff508533a/Media-Release_Learning-Enteprise-Alliance-2023.pdf?ext=.pdf |work=IAL}}
Programmes
The Institute for Adult Learning (IAL) offers a variety of educational programs, including the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP), the WSQ Workplace Learning Facilitator (WLF), the WSQ Diploma in Design and Development of Learning for Performance (DDDLP), the Master in Boundary-Crossing Learning and Leadership (MBX), and the Master of Learning and Professional Development (MLPD).{{Cite web |title=WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance 2.0 (ACLP 2.0) - Institute for Adult Learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/full-qualifications/wsq-advanced-certificate-in-learning-and-performance-2/ |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=www.ial.edu.sg}}{{Cite web |title=Workplace Learning Facilitator (WLF) - Institute for Adult Learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/full-qualifications/wsq-workplace-learning-facilitator/ |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=www.ial.edu.sg}}{{Cite web |title=WSQ Diploma in Design and Development of Learning for Performance 2.0 (DDDLP 2.0) - Institute for Adult Learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/full-qualifications/diploma-in-design-and-development-of-learning-for-performance-2/ |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=www.ial.edu.sg}}{{Cite web |title=Master in Boundary-Crossing Learning and Leadership (MBX) - Institute for Adult Learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/full-qualifications/master-in-boundary-crossing-learning-and-leadership/ |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=www.ial.edu.sg}}{{Cite web |title=Master of Learning and Professional Development (MLPD) - Institute for Adult Learning |url=https://www.ial.edu.sg/full-qualifications/master-of-learning-and-professional-development/ |access-date=2024-06-22 |website=www.ial.edu.sg}}
Adult Education Professionalisation (AEP)
In 2014, the Adult Education Professionalisation (AEP) was launched by IAL. There are three levels of AEP namely Associate Adult Educators (AAE), Specialist Adult Educators (SAE) with either Curriculum Development or Facilitation track or Adult Education Fellows (AEF).{{cite web|title=New scheme to recognise adult educators by the Institute of Adult Learning|url=https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/new-scheme-to-recognise-adult-educators-by-the-institute-of-adult-learningn|website=The Straits Times|accessdate=9 January 2020}}
See also
References
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External links
- {{Official website|https://www.ial.edu.sg}}
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Category:Singapore University of Social Sciences
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Category:Education in Singapore