Monash University, Indonesia Participated in The TransformED 2023 Event in Malaysia
Selangor, 12 December 2023 - As a part of our commitment to provide high quality education and improve teaching methodology that is relevant to the current era, Monash University, Indonesia attended the TransformED 2023 at Petaling Jaya Hotel, Selangor, Malaysia.
TransformED is an annual showcase of learning and teaching excellence, where educators and industry professionals share recent innovations and experiences in higher education. This event was initiated by Monash University, Malaysia in collaboration with the Learning and Teaching Operations (LTO) team of Monash University, Indonesia.
Monash University, Indonesia’s delegation attending TransformED 2023
Monash University, Indonesia sent their the Learning and Teaching Operations (LTO) team, represented by Anddy Steven (Senior Manager LTO), Maharani Pratiwi (Learning System Administrator), and Nurkholis Ainunnajib (Education Designer), and also their academicians, Dr. Risqi Saputra and Dr. Harriman Saragih.
From 9 am to 6 pm, more than 100 enthusiastic participants immersed themselves in the wealth of knowledge and expertise at TransformED. The event hosted three Parallel Proposal Presentations, featuring 18 distinguished speakers who shared their insights and experiences in the field of education. Additionally, two parallel workshops provided attendees with practical, hands-on sessions led by four industry experts, enabling them to deepen their understanding and refine their skills.
The presentations at TransformED 2023 explored three key themes that drive the future of education:
- Innovative Approaches to Learning and Teaching that encompasses Authentic, experiential learning; Technology-enhanced learning; and Data-informed approaches to enhance and support learning.
- Authentic Future-Focused Curricula and Assessment Design that covers Authentic assessments; Accreditation, standards and industry perspectives; Industry and community-based learning
- Generative AI in Higher Education: Educators showcased how Generative AI can revolutionize teaching methodologies, such as designing units/courses, creating resource allocations, and improving the student support.
To add an element of friendly competition, TransformED 2023 featured two exciting contests:
- Generative AI Assessment Competition: Participants were challenged to harness the power of Generative AI to develop innovative assessment methods that go beyond traditional approaches, offering a glimpse into the future of evaluating student progress.
- Engage & Educate Video Challenge: Educators unleashed their creativity by producing captivating educational videos that engage and inspire students, harnessing the power of multimedia in the learning process.
Dr. Harriman Saragih Received the Second Runner-Up Reward
In this event, Dr. Harriman Saragih, Assistant Professor at MBI Program, received the second Runner-Up position for the Generative AI Assessment Competition. His presentation about Navigating Marketing Challenges with the Power of Generative AI, explained that the Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize marketing. The students are encouraged to analyze real-world marketing challenges and explore how generative AI can solve them, requiring an understanding of its principles and foresight for effective integration.
In addition, Dr. Risqi Saputra, Assistant Professor at MDS Program, also presented his idea about Generative-assisted debugging in Learning Programming. Based on his teaching experience in his class, learning a programming language within a short duration is challenging due to its complexity. To overcome this, leveraging generative AI can aid students in accelerated learning.
It helps with debugging, suggesting corrections, and providing explanations, accelerating the grasp of programming concepts. However, students should use the feedback cautiously, reinforcing the importance of fundamental understanding and critical thinking.
TransformED 2023 provided participants with valuable takeaways that will shape the future of education. Educators from Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia, and beyond learned about cutting-edge teaching practices, gaining inspiration from their peers and expanding their professional networks.
Anddy Steven, Senior Manager LTO at Monash University, Indonesia coordinating the event
“We learned innovative teaching practices from educators worldwide. We focused on student-staff partnerships (SSP), inclusive pedagogy, and addressing power dynamics. We also explored the potential of Generative AI to enhance teaching and learning, along with effective methods for assessing learning outcomes,” said Anddy Steven, Senior Manager LTO at Monash University, Indonesia.
As TransformED 2023 drew to a close, participants left with a renewed sense of purpose and a plethora of innovative ideas to implement in their classrooms. The event served as a catalyst for change, empowering educators to embrace innovative approaches, design future-focused curricula, and leverage the potential of AI in education. With its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, TransformED has undoubtedly set the stage for a brighter future in higher education.