Bridging Distances in Education: Fernstudium Infomaterial Unveils Comprehensive Analysis of Germany’s Top Distance Learning Providers for 2023
Fernstudium Infomaterial, a leading online platform dedicated to providing comprehensive information about distance learning, has released its latest comparison of the top distance learning universities in Germany for 2023. This in-depth analysis by Natascha Petrow aims to guide prospective students in making informed decisions about their education.
A Surge in Distance Learning Popularity The number of distance learning universities in Germany has seen a significant rise in recent years. Natascha Petrow of Fernstudium Infomaterial highlights in her article that “a distance learning program not only offers excellent opportunities for professional improvement or reorientation but can also be an interesting option for young people after graduation.” This insight sheds light on the multifaceted benefits of distance learning, emphasizing its appeal to both professionals and fresh graduates.
The Digital Transformation in Education The digital transformation has changed education as well. Technology has made distant learning more accessible, participatory, and efficient. The capacity to access high-quality educational resources from home is a testament to digital advancement. Fernstudium Infomaterial is leading this shift by providing students with the latest information on the top distance learning providers.
Top 7 Distance Learning Institutions in Focus Petrow’s article examines seven leading German distance learning universities and colleges. It covers educational options and institution pros and cons. From course structures to faculty qualifications, the piece covers everything students can expect.
Recognized and Valued Degrees One of the critical concerns of prospective students is the recognition and value of their degrees. Addressing this, Petrow notes, “Yes, degrees from distance learning courses are recognized in Germany. There are many different types of universities in Germany, including a distance academy. These universities are accredited, and their degrees are recognized by employers and other institutions.” This assurance emphasizes that while there are differences between traditional and distance learning institutions, both types offer accredited programs leading to bachelor’s, master’s, and even Ph.D. degrees.
The Importance of Discipline Distance learners must be disciplined. Petrow emphasizes, “Distance learners must be disciplined to succeed. They must manage time well and finish their work.” The flexibility of online learning needs self-motivation, time management, and strong study habits.
Personalized Learning Experiences One of the standout features of distance learning is the ability to offer personalized learning experiences. Students can pace their studies according to their schedules, revisit lectures, and access a plethora of resources tailored to their needs. Fernstudium Infomaterial recognizes this and provides insights into how different institutions cater to these personalized needs.
About Fernstudium Infomaterial Fernstudium Infomaterial is a reliable online resource on German distance learning. The platform provides prospective students with everything they need, from top institution comparisons to distance learning guides. Fernstudium Infomaterial, led by Natascha Petrow, is Germany’s leading distant education resource due to its quality and accuracy.
Universitas Brawijaya (UB), the Arterial Research and Educational Network in the Asia Pacific (ARENA-PAC) and Indonesia Research and Education Network (IDREN) held a ceremony at UB in Malang, East Java, to mark the operation of a 100 Gbps high-speed network for education in Indonesia on August 9.
Universitas Brawijaya (UB), Arterial Research and Educational Network in the Asia Pacific (ARENA-PAC) and Indonesia Research and Education Network (IDREN) held a ceremony to mark the operation of a 100 Gbps high-speed network for education in Indonesia on August 9, 2023.
The ceremony also connected to a remote venue in Keio University, Japan, using an uncompressed 8K video conference, marking the first such ultra-high resolution video conference in Indonesia, and demonstrating the high capacity and low latency of the research and education network that spans across the Pacific.
Representatives of the three organizations, Prof. Widodo of UB, Prof. Jun Murai of ARENA-PAC, and Dr. Achmad Affandi of IDREN, attended the ceremony at UB. The ambassador of Republic Indonesia to Japan, HE Heri Akhmadi, and Vice President of Keio University, Prof. Eiji Okada, attended remotely from Japan. In the audience in both venues, students witnessed this memorable ceremony, delighting in the interaction.
Rector of UB Prof Widodo said the inauguration was a follow-up to MoU signed between the three organizations in 2022. Emphasizing that this network is all about collaboration, he said, “This network infrastructure is not only about data transfer, but also a channel to be able to collaborate, innovate faster and be ready to jump in the digital era which will be dedicated to education and research.”
Held at the Algoritma Auditorium, Faculty of Computer Science UB in Malang, East Java, Prof. Widodo said the network connects IDREN with UB as the gateway to Guam and Tokyo, as well as several other locations. In addition, the collaboration is also a big leap for Indonesia to be connected to the current global research and education network.
Prof. Jun Murai of ARENA-PAC in his keynote said, “We sent a message to global leaders that research and educational networks are important.” He emphasized the need to work together for the next stage of global internet from research and educational networks point of view, working with commercial internet service providers, technology, and application people for many scientific purposes such as high energy physics, medical, and astronomy.
He appreciates Indonesian universities and the IDREN mechanism, which he sees as unique in that universities work with internet service providers that commit to support IDREN.
About UB Universitas Brawijaya (UB) was established by the President of the Republic of Indonesia on July 11, 1961. Today UB is one of the leading universities in Indonesia with more than 60,000 students in various vocational, bachelor, master, doctoral, professional, and medical specialist programs. Learn more at https://ub.ac.id.
About ARENA-PAC The Arterial Research and Educational Network in the Asia Pacific (ARENA-PAC) is a backbone network for research and education, established on an international submarine cable network constructed to expand the Internet in Asia Pacific. ARENA-PAC comprises several long-term 10 and 100Gbps IRU circuits between a central exchange point in Guam and sites in Tokyo, Philippines, and Indonesia. See www.arena-pac.net.
About IDREN The Indonesian Research and Education Network (IDREN) is a dedicated network infrastructure that connects research and education institutions and communities in Indonesia. This network is dedicated to the necessary data communication connectivity to enable a community of researchers, academics, and developers to collaborate together. https://idren.id.
Written by A Malik Ibrahim; Editor: Fiqih Arfani; (c) ANTARA 2023.
Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks among the key attractions as tourists comprise 10% of visitor count
The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo, and 3rd World of Snacks, all organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council(HKTDC), drew to a successful close today. The seven-day event attracted nearly one million visitors, of which 10% were tourists. Book Fair visitors spent an average of HK$872 (US$112) per person. Close to 780 exhibitors from 36 countries and regions participated in the three events, offering the public a diverse and extraordinary summer experience.
The 33rd HKTDC Hong Kong Book Fair, 6th Sports and Leisure Expo, and 3rd World of Snacks drew nearly one million visitors in total
Sophia Chong, Acting Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “We are thrilled to announce the resounding success of this year’s Hong Kong Book Fair, Sports and Leisure Expo, and World of Snacks. The full reopening of Hong Kong has resulted in a surge in participation from citizens and tourists alike, with numerous mainland and overseas authors and exhibitors attending in person. The government’s distribution of consumption vouchers has also fueled citizens’ eagerness to spend at the three exhibitions, contributing to the vibrant and lively ambience of the events. This year’s Book Fair, with its focus on Children’s and Young Adult Literature, has staged a diverse range of cultural activities and seminars. Thanks to the sponsorship of Create Hong Kong* (CreateHK) of the Government of the HKSAR, we have established a brand new World of Art & Culture zone, with the aim of introducing literature and cultural arts from all over the world to a broad reader base. Our ultimate goal is to promote a city-wide reading culture and position Hong Kong as an East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.”
Fiction, comics, travel, children’s books and literature most popular genres Over 800 visitors were interviewed by a research institute commissioned by the HKTDC to glean insights into their reading and spending habits. Respondents spent an average HK$872 at the fair this year, the survey showed. Remarkably, this comprised 70% of their HK$1,254 average annual expenditure on printed books. These findings underscore the Book Fair’s pivotal role as a platform for book enthusiasts to acquire their beloved reads.
The survey also shed light on respondents’ reading habits, revealing that an overwhelming 96% had read printed books within the past month, with an average reading time of 16 hours. Fiction emerged as the most popular book category, with 52% of respondents indicating their interest, followed by comics (26%), travel (20%), children’s and young-adult books (20%), and literature (19%). The categories of self-improvement, enrichment, art and music, and inspirational books also garnered significant interest. E-books were also popular, with 65% of respondents having read e-books within the past month, averaging nine hours of reading time during that period. Most respondents (59%) visited the Book Fair to buy new books, while 49% enjoyed discounts offered at the fair. Additionally, 25% joined the diverse cultural activities, with 18% intending to buy children’s books.
Cultural July events continue with fair highlights available for viewing The fair featured more than 600 seminars and cultural events held both onsite and offsite, including the Eight Seminar Series. Running in parallel the Cultural July: Joyful Summer Reading campaign, held across Hong Kong, drew more than 350,000 participants.
Recordings of selected seminars are available online. Readers can revisit them through the Book Fair website or the HKTDC’s Youtube channel. This year’s Book Fair has concluded but Cultural July continues until 31 July, with a range of sharing sessions, talks and book launches in all 18 districts of Hong Kong. Details can be found on the Cultural July website – http://www.hkbookfair.hktdc.com/CulturalJuly
The Cultural Journey Online is also available on the Book Fair website, gathering e-reading resources and activities like virtual seminars and exhibitions from our partners which include: SHKP Reading Club’s Read For More, Hong Kong Public libraries, Culture is…, Google Arts & Culture, encouraging citizens to expand their horizons and promoting a reading culture.
Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks well received Offering a wide selection of sports and leisure products and services, along with more than 1,200 tasty treats and snacks, the Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo and World of Snacks are also concluded today. The former featured free trials and interactive experiences while the latter offered visitors delicacies from around the world, along with workshops, activities and tasting sessions. Both events were enthusiastically received.
The three events launched the series of HKTDC exhibitions in the second-half of this year. In the coming months, the HKTDC will continue to host a diverse range of large-scale exhibitions to support and strengthen Hong Kong’s economy across different sectors. Next month, visitors can expect to enjoy the Food Expo, Food Expo Pro, Home Delights Expo, Beauty & Wellness Expo, and Hong Kong International Tea Fair. September will bring CENTRESTAGE and Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair, as well as the Belt and Road Summit, while October is set to feature the Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Autumn Edition), Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition), and Eco Expo Asia. In November, the HKTDC will host the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair, Hong Kong International Optical Fair, and Asian Logistics, Maritime and Aviation Conference. Finally, December will feature the Business of IP Asia Forum and Chill 11.
*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, Create Hong Kong, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.
About HKTDC The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong’s trade. With 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Follow us on Twitter @hktdc and LinkedIn
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Hong Kong Sports and Leisure Expo, World of Snacks HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department: Kate Chan, Tel: +852 2584 4239, Email: kate.hy.chan@hktdc.org
Global Schools Foundation’s investment arm and its related entities (Global Schools Group, GSG) announced that funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Global Management, Inc. have committed to providing approximately S$190 million, nearly doubling their total capital commitment to the Global Schools Group. Apollo funds initially provided long-term funding to Global Schools Group in 2021.
This additional commitment will enable GSG to ramp up its investments over US$650 million and to complete initial transactions in the European and UK markets, whilst consolidating its existing presence in Asia and the Middle East. The Company’s expectation is to further deploy US$1.5 to 2 billion over the next few years, accelerating its global expansion through merger and acquisition of leading, super-premium, and Ivy League K12 schools.
In the past three years, GSG has completed over 25 acquisitions, adding over 20,000 students across Asia and the Middle East. Recent transactions include 100% acquisition of Dwight School Seoul, South Korea (Press Release); Glendale Academy Hyderabad, India (Press Release); Silveroaks International School, Bangalore, India (Press Release); Regent International Schools, Malaysia (Press Release); CISM, Philippines (Press Release); Harrods International Academy, Cambodia (Press Release); and Vikaasa Schools, Madurai, India (Press Release).
In 2021, GSG was recognised as the “World’s Most Awarded Network of Schools” by the UK-based World Book of Records, having received over 500 awards for Innovation, Green Initiatives and Business Excellence. GSG’s strengths lie in using proprietary learning technology, incorporating data analytics and artificial intelligence into students’ learning outcomes. Schools on GSG’s platform can expect to benefit from its key learning technologies and innovation capabilities to enhance market position and product development.
A portion of the capital is committed to The Global Village in Singapore, a 600,000 sqft of built-to-suit futuristic educational space accommodating two international schools – Global Indian International School and One World International School. The development is designed to satisfy 21st-century needs and knowledge trends through the use of data analytics in learning and sports facilities. National Geographic featured one of the campuses as a School of the Future.
Atul Temurnikar, GSF Chairman, said, “GSF aspires to become one of the top five leading K12 platforms in the world. Apollo’s Hybrid Value business was a perfect capital solution for our long-term needs.”
Matthew Michelini, Partner & Head of Apollo Asia Pacific, said he was “pleased to share that funds within Apollo’s Hybrid Value strategy have committed to upsize their existing investment in Singapore-based education company Global Schools Group to help accelerate the company’s global expansion.”
“We are delighted to upsize our investment in Global Schools Group,” said Apollo Partner Mr Gaurav Pant. “GSG has shown tremendous leadership and vision in executing an Asia-led global education platform.”
Founded in 2002, Global Schools Foundation is a Singapore-headquartered, community-oriented education institution whose mission is to nurture young minds into global leaders. The Foundation now has 40,000 students across 40 campuses in 11 countries in the UK, Asia and the Middle East.
Professor Chang-Ying Zhao, an esteemed faculty member of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, has been awarded the prestigious William Begell Medal for Excellence in Thermal Science and Engineering, for his lifetime achievements and extensive contributions to this field. This distinguished accolade will be presented to Professor Zhao during the 17th International Heat Transfer Conference (IHTC-17) in Cape Town, South Africa.
The William Begell Medal, first established in 2010 by the Assembly for International Heat Transfer Conferences (AIHTC), the International Center for Heat and Mass Transfer (ICHMT) and Begell House Inc. Publishers, is awarded every four years at the International Heat Transfer Conference. The Medal’s Call for Nominations states it is “bestowed upon an internationally recognized, highly accomplished researcher and leader in fundamentals or applications of thermal sciences and engineering based on the lifetime achievements.” The global organizations Assembly for International Heat Transfer Conferences (AIHTC), the International Center for Heat and Mass Transfer (ICHMT), American Society of Thermal and Fluids Engineers (ASTFE), Asian Union of Thermal Science and Engineering (AUTSE), and EUROTHERM each nominate one candidate, and Medal’s Award Council chooses the final winner by anonymous vote.
Professor Zhao has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research in thermal engineering for over three decades. Currently, he is the Chair Professor, the Director of Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, and the Dean of China-UK Low Carbon College of Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Prof. Zhao’s research interests mainly cover micro/nanoscale thermal radiation, heat transfer in porous media and thermal energy storage. He has published over 250 high-quality papers in prestigious journals like the International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer and has been cited more than 15,000 times in total. Since 2014, Elsevier annually recognizes him as one of the Most Cited Chinese Researchers.
Prof. Zhao serves as Director or Board Member for several professional societies, including the International Center for Heat and Mass Transfer (ICHMT), the Asian Union of Thermal Sciences and Engineering (AUTSE), the Heat Transfer Society of China, as well as Board Member of the Nukiyama Memorial Award. Prof. Zhao is also the Editor-in-Chief of Carbon Neutrality, Associate Editor of Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, as well as Editorial Board Member of several other distinguished journals.
The awarding of the William Begell Medal serves as a testament to Professor Zhao’s unwavering commitment and exceptional contributions to the field. His innovative research has not only advanced our understanding of thermal science as it relates to engineering but has also paved the way for transformative applications in various industries, including energy, manufacturing, and healthcare.
On receiving this prestigious honor, Professor Chang-Ying Zhao expressed his gratitude and acknowledged the support of his colleagues, students, and the university. He reaffirmed his commitment to furthering research and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to drive innovation in addressing future global energy challenges.
The global academic community joins in congratulating Professor Chang-Ying Zhao on this remarkable achievement and wishes him continued success in the future.
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CORRECTION: in a previous release, it was incorrectly stated that the William Begell Medal was awarded to Professor Zhao for his lecture, “Micro/Nanoscale Thermal Radiation”. The Medal is awarded for overall lifetime achievements in thermal sciences and is not related to a specific lecture/publication.
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Professor Chang-Ying Zhao, an esteemed faculty member of Shanghai Jiaotong University, has been awarded the prestigious William Begell Medal for Excellence in Thermal Science and Engineering, for his winning lecture entitled “Micro/Nanoscale Thermal Radiation: Fundamentals and Applications”. This distinguished accolade will be presented to Professor Zhao on August 15th during the 17th International Heat Transfer Conference (IHTC-17) in Cape Town, South Africa.
The William Begell Medal, named after the renowned publisher and founder of Begell House, Inc., recognizes exceptional contributions and advancements in the field of thermal engineering and heat transfer. Every four years at the IHTC Conference, the Medal is awarded to a new recipient who has accomplished remarkable achievements, completed innovative research, and has held a position of influential leadership within the heat transfer community.
Professor Zhao has been at the forefront of groundbreaking research in thermal engineering for over two decades. Currently, he is the Chair Professor, the Director of Institute of Engineering Thermophysics, and the Dean of China-UK Low Carbon College of Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Prof. Zhao’s research interests mainly cover micro/nanoscale thermal radiation, heat transfer in porous media and thermal energy storage. He has published over 250 high-quality papers in prestigious journals like the International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer and has been cited more than 15,000 times in total. Since 2014, Elsevier annually recognizes him as one of the Most Cited Chinese Researchers.
Prof. Zhao serves as Director or Board Member for several professional societies, including the International Center for Heat and Mass Transfer (ICHMT), the Asian Union of Thermal Sciences and Engineering (AUTSE), the Heat Transfer Society of China, as well as Board Member of the Nukiyama Memorial Award. Prof. Zhao is also the Editor-in-Chief of Carbon Neutrality, Associate Editor of Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, as well as Editorial Board Member of several other distinguished journals.
The awarding of the William Begell Medal serves as a testament to Professor Zhao’s unwavering commitment and exceptional contributions to the field. His innovative research has not only advanced our understanding of thermal science as it relates to engineering but has also paved the way for transformative applications in various industries, including energy, manufacturing, and healthcare.
On receiving this prestigious honor, Professor Chang-Ying Zhao expressed his gratitude and acknowledged the support of his colleagues, students, and the university. He reaffirmed his commitment to furthering research and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to drive innovation in addressing future global energy challenges.
The global academic community joins in congratulating Professor Chang-Ying Zhao on this remarkable achievement and wishes him continued success in the future.
For media inquiries and interview requests, please contact: Meghan Rohrmann Marketing Manager, Begell House Inc. meghan@begellhouse.com +001-203-456-6161
ABOUT BEGELL HOUSE INC: International leading STEM publisher Begell House Inc. has been bringing forefront research and advancements to scientific, technical, and medical communities for over 30 years. As a trusted source of engineering and biomedical research for education, R&D and industrial developments, their extensive collection of peer-reviewed journals, eBooks, databases and conference papers covers mechanical engineering, thermodynamics, energy, materials and environmental sciences, telecommunications, AI/ML computational, applied and biomedical engineering, and cancer research. With a global network of editors, authors, reviewers, and subscribers, Begell House advances scientific understanding on important issues, creates open discussions and possible solutions for researchers, and establishes a bridge between academia and industry. Learn more at https://www.begellhouse.com/
The key mission of AIS Aunjai Cyber has been to build awareness of the dangers and impacts from going online, by developing solutions and digital services to protect users and promote safety. The aim is to build up knowledge to promote intelligence and skills among digital citizens. Today this is being taken to a new level by building Thailand’s first measure of digital skills, the Thailand Cyber Wellness Index, which measures digital knowledge, abilities and skills of each segment of the population.
AIS Chief Executive Officer Somchai Lertsutiwong commented, “AIS operates its business on the basis of sustainability. We have been at the centre of the network to address the issue of cyber threats for over four years. Our ongoing work has given us the insight to remedy the issues efficiently. This is how we came to develop an index of digital knowledge and skills for each segment of the public. This will enable every agency involved to deploy tools and knowledge targeted at each segment of Thai society, and which are appropriate for the issues arising. We prepared the Thailand Cyber Wellness Index, the first of its kind in Thailand, in collaboration with King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) and a range of experts in technology, health, mass communication, education and evaluation to design a framework for the study. The survey methodology covered a range of age cohorts and occupational groups from every province all over Thailand, a total sample size of 21,862. The results are processed and analyzed to generate the Thailand Cyber Wellness Index.”
The survey found that overall, Thai people’s cyber wellness was at the “basic” level, while 44.04% were at the level of “must improve”. This shows that Thailand needs to boost its learning and understanding of using digital among the people.
The company will continue to join forces to bring this index to the network of cyber-security that includes both the government and the private sector. This index is the property of the Thai public and is a compass showing the path to develop Thai digital skills safely and responsibly, with efficiency and sustainability in the future.
Cambodia’s Foreign Ministry Secretary of State Dr Soeung Rathchavy inaugurates the campus for the up-and-coming school.
Harrods International Academy‘s sixth campus was inaugurated by Secretary of State to Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Dr Soeung Rathchavy on June 8 – a major achievement for Harrods, which has been providing international and dual education to students for nearly a decade.
Harrods International Academy: Inauguration of Harrods Campus 6 by H.E Dr Soeung Rathchavy at Phnom Penh on Jun 8, 2023. Mr Atul Temurnikar, GSF Chairman was also present on the occasion.
Dr Soeung cut the ceremonial ribbon to inaugurate the campus that will provide International and Dual Curriculum to Lower Primary students from Year 1 to Year 3. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Soeung said: “Harrod’s efforts at providing quality national and international education is of critical importance and of substantial contribution to Cambodia’s human resource development, particularly in the growth of talented and intelligent children.”
Harrods International Academy is part of the renowned Global Schools Foundation, which has a presence in 10 countries with 35 campuses, imparting education to more than 31,500 students. The new campus will continue the Foundation’s tradition of providing new-age education fit for 21st-century aspirations through modern infrastructure in a digital environment.
Campus 6 marks a new frontier for the GSF school in Cambodia, bringing quality International Primary curriculum for students to strengthen their academic and extracurricular skills through activities like arts, sports, music and languages.
GSF Co-founder and Chairman Mr Atul Temurnikar hailed it as a major step in the right direction for Harrods International Academy. “Campus 6 is a great addition to our family of schools. In the last 9 years, Harrods has shown remarkable dedication to the cause of quality education for the new generation. The new campus will continue this tradition,” he said.
Harrods International Academy, Campus 6 offers a comprehensive Lower Primary educational programme that includes IPC as well as Dual Curriculum. The school also features state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms, science labs, libraries, and sports facilities.
About Global Schools Foundation (GSF) GSF, a Singapore-based not-for-profit foundation that reinvests for growth, has a network of 35 campuses across 11 countries including Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Cambodia, United Arab Emirates, and Malaysia where 32,000 students from 70 nationalities study. It is a recipient of over 450 international education excellence awards from national quality organisations. In addition to International Baccalaureate and Cambridge IGCSE, its schools provide American, IPC, CBSE and ICSE curriculum. https://myglobalschool.org.
About Harrods International Academy Harrods International Academy is the fastest growing school of GSF. It has been operating five campuses in Cambodia since 2014, with two more campuses to be added to the HIA family this year. Students of Harrods get multi-curricular education, with a well-defined tertiary programme that includes Cambridge Advanced ‘A’ Levels and Harrods Secondary Certificate (HSC). It provides students with a way to a good university education. https://harrods.edu.kh/.
Group contributes 1,000 laptops to schools during MADANI Education Roadshow tour
SNS Network Technology Berhad, an ICT products, services and solutions provider, is happy to announce that the Group is contributing 1,000 laptops under the JOI for All project to assist students in Malaysia to access online educational tools as well as ensure that they familiarise themselves with technology.
Mr Ko Yun Hung, Managing Director of SNS; Dr Norisah Suhaili, Timbalan Ketua Pengarah Pendidikan Malaysia Sektor Operasi Sekolah; YB. Puan Fadhlina Sidek, Menteri Pendidikan Malaysia; and Encik Hardian Hadir, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Yayasan Didik Negara
The JOI for All project is part of the Group’s countrywide initiative to provide ICT devices and solutions to schools as part of the Malaysian education system’s digital transformation incorporating technology enabling students to better access learning tools and knowledge. The latest contribution was held under the auspices of the MADANI Education Roadshow platform.
The MADANI Education Roadshow under the Ministry of Education (MOE), organised by Yayasan Didik Negara, was launched in late March 2023 to foster ties with MOE staff as well as gather feedback and concerns from the education community on various issues related to the country’s education system.
JOI is the Group’s in-house brand of devices launched in 2014 and encompasses the JOI smart classroom framework launched in 2016 integrating a broad range of features to support effective teaching and learning, as well as enhance interaction and collaboration in educational institutions.
Managing Director of SNS, Ko Yun Hung noted that traditional teaching methods have been gradually changing as technology is adopted, with convenience and access to various educational tools and information bringing great benefits to teachers and students. “Through educational technology, students have access to educational resources that further enrich their learning experience. In addition, with the use of the internet, students can exchange knowledge and culture with other people from different backgrounds. This is a kind of experience that cannot be had in a book.”
“As such, we believe that technology plays an important role in today’s education. Especially in the 21st century, the ability to use technology wisely is one of the skills that future generations need to master. So, integrating technology with education is a useful way to equip students with computer literacy early on, and encourage them to think outside the box for innovation.”
The latest round of the MADANI Education Roadshow was held in Alor Star, Kedah, and was attended by Minister of Education, YB. Puan Fadhlina Sidek, as well as other senior officials from MOE, community leaders, teachers and students.
Brawijaya University and some Japanese universities cooperate to establish the Research Center of Robotic and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Rector of Brawijaya University Prof. Widodo with President of Nagoya City University Prof. Kiyofumi Asai (ANTARA/HO-Brawijaya University).
The university’s deputy rector for planning, cooperation, and international affairs, Andi Kurniawan, underscored the important role of Brawijaya University to conduct such cooperation with its Japanese partners, such as the Nagoya City University (NCU).
The cooperation, which also includes the development of study program related to data science and material science, is expected to provide mutual benefits for the two universities.
“We work with universities that really consider Brawijaya as an important partner, so that collaboration for growing together can be delivered,” Kurniawan remarked in a statement, Monday (June 5).
In terms of AI, he noted that the cooperation will be implemented in research on life sciences, especially those related to medical plants.
Lecturer at the Faculty of Computer Science Novanto Yudistira explained that in future, the implementation of AI would be carried out for big data at the molecular level of medical plants.
With the utilization of AI, Brawijaya University is expected to conduct exploration of seven thousand medical plants.
During a visit to NCU, Yudistira noted that the rector of Brawijaya University also presented a research titled “Bioinformatic and Holistic Paradigm of the Complexity of Indonesia Traditional Medicine for Promoting Human Health” that sheds light on Indonesia’s biodiversity to open up opportunities in developing research on traditional medicine.
“However, we should find a solution regarding the standardization of product safety,” he noted.
In terms of robotics, Brawijaya University and Waseda University in Japan are creating a humanoid robot that will be named King of Brawijaya.
The collaboration with Waseda University, which is ranked 200 among the best universities in the world based on the QS Star version, had been established since 2019.
In addition, several professors at Waseda University, such as Prof. Shuji Hashimoto, who is known as one of the members of the Gundam robot manufacturing team and Prof. Pitoyo Hartono, an Indonesian diaspora member, who became a professor in Japan, have forged several collaborative relations by becoming guest lecturers or supervisors at Brawijaya University.
Under the collaboration, students of Brawijaya University can learn from the research and the professors mainly from Waseda and Chukyo universities, who are main experts and involved in the projects for making Gundam robots.
Apart from research, the output of the collaboration will also be directed to publish some international journals and encourage journals in Brawijaya University to become reputable journals.
Earlier, Brawijaya University had collaborated with other universities in Japan, such as Nagoya University, Chukyo University, Keio University, and Waseda University.
