Institute for Adult Learning Singapore (IAL) is the
Training and
Adult Education
Adult education, distinct from child education, is a practice in which adults engage in systematic and sustained self-educating activities in order to gain new forms of knowledge, skills, attitudes, or values. Merriam, Sharan B. & Brockett, Ralp ...
autonomous institute within the
Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).
It was established in 2008. IAL offers a range of education programmes such as
Master's degree
A master's degree (from Latin ) is an academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice. , WSQ Diploma, WSQ Advanced Certificate, and short courses in the field of training and adult education.
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.
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.
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).
On 11 January 2023, IAL has signed MoUs with
Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation is an American multinational technology corporation producing computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services headquartered at the Microsoft Redmond campus located in Redmond, Washing ...
and
SNEC to guide digital learning material design and enhance continuing education and training and ophthalmic healthcare skills. From 13 March 2023, Associate Professor (Practice) Yeo Li Pheow succeeded Professor Lee Wing On as IAL Executive Director. On 20 October 2023, IAL has partnered with Agency for Integrated Care,
Home Team Academy
The Home Team Academy (HTA) is the training institute for various organisations of the Ministry of Home Affairs in Singapore, including the Singapore Police Force, the Singapore Civil Defence Force, the Central Narcotics Bureau, the Singapore ...
, and Kydon Holdings, enhancing the learning ecosystem through professional development, digital transformation, and creating effective learning materials across sectors.
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).
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).
See also
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Singapore University of Social Sciences
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Adult education
Adult education, distinct from child education, is a practice in which adults engage in systematic and sustained self-educating activities in order to gain new forms of knowledge, skills, attitudes, or values. Merriam, Sharan B. & Brockett, Ralp ...
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Training and development
References
External links
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Singapore University of Social Sciences
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Education in Singapore
Educational institutions established in 2008
2008 establishments in Singapore