LEARN INNOVATE ENGAGE engagement & impact
IMPACT OF GENERATIVE AI ON EDUCATION ChatGPT and its Effect on Tertiary Education 31 October 2023
Jointly organised with the Good Capitalism Forum , this symposium delved into the role of artificial intelligence ( AI ) in shaping the landscape of education and society at large . Distinguished speakers from leading academic and research institutions shared their perspectives on the evolving relationship between AI and education .
Key takeaways
• Educators should adopt proactive strategies to harness the potential of AI in education and implement measures that maximise the benefits of AI-driven innovations .
• Sharing of best practices in AI ’ s integration into educational practices in a cross-disciplinary approach is needed to strengthen the evolving relationship between AI and education .
• Collaboration among stakeholders ( i . e . educators , researchers , policymakers , and technologists ) effectively leverages AI for positive educational outcomes ( i . e . developing ethical frameworks , addressing and optimising AI ’ s contributions to education ).
SUPPORTING THRIVING COMMUNITIES Business Scale-Up Training for Women Microentrepreneurs in Surabaya June 2023
In collaboration with Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember , Indonesia , this workshop focused on cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset , digital marketing , and technological financial management for women micro entrepreneurs in Surabaya .
Key takeaways
By bridging theory with practice , the workshop empowered over 200 women entrepreneurs with essential skills to overcome business challenges and foster sustainable growth . Led by Prof Grace Lee , Dr Juliana French , and Berto Wibawa ( PhD candidate ), this ongoing research project includes follow-up sessions with participants to assess the program ’ s outcome and impact .
Inaugural Greying Malaysia Roundtable November 2023
This roundtable gathered key stakeholders from various sectors ( i . e . Institute of Strategic & International Studies , Khazanah Research Institute , Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat Malaysia , Malaysian Association of Social Workers and more ) to address opportunities and challenges for the aging population , with a focus on ensuring the elderly remain active contributors to the prosperity and well-being of Malaysia .
Key takeaways
• The discussion focused on strategies and incentives to strengthen public-private partnerships and community support networks .
• Panellists also recommended improved professional development programs and expand accessibility of training support for community caregivers . One proposed approach involves stimulating local interest and fostering institutional involvement in caregiving training , alongside efforts to elevate caregiver salaries and improve career pathways . p 46