Institute for Adult Learning

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Institute for Adult Learning Singapore
Type Adult education School
Established2008
Parent institution
 Singapore University of Social Sciences
Chairman Mr Tan Kok Yam
DirectorAssociate Professor (Practice) Yeo Li Pheow
Location
Singapore
Language English
Website www.ial.edu.sg

Institute for Adult Learning Singapore (IAL) is the Training and Adult Education autonomous institute within the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). [1] 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. [1] [2] 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. [3] [4] [5] 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. [5] 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. [5] [6] [7]

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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). [8]

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. [9] From 13 March 2023, Associate Professor (Practice) Yeo Li Pheow succeeded Professor Lee Wing On as IAL Executive Director. [10] 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. [11]

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). [1] [2] [12] [13] [14] [15] [16]

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). [17]

See also

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  5. 1 2 3 "About IAL - Institute for Adult Learning". www.ial.edu.sg. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
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  8. ↑ "SUSS and IAL team up to advance adult education". The Straits Times. 26 April 2019. Retrieved 17 October 2019.
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