DATE:
August 2-6, 2021
PROGRAM CODE:
21-22/ORPID01 (Online Program)
PARTICIPANTS' PROFILE:
Teachers, Trainers, Instructors and practitioners of TVET


Introduction

The education space, in the past one year, has witnessed tremendous innovation. This phenomenon has spurred great advancements in the teaching and learning process. We have seen tremendous innovation in the field of education in the last few years. This has led to a tectonic shift in the teaching and learning process, especially in the last one year. Internet based learning or e-learning in TVET (Technical Vocational Education and Training) has become current trend and requirements of future needs of industry due to disruption of industrial revolution 4.0. The world of education is changing due to the COVID 19 pandemic. As we all know this is an unprecedented time with COVID19 impacting our society at all levels. A record number of students and teachers are out of school with an estimated 1.5 Billion school age students out of school around the world.

Technology is driven by TVET, since TVET not only spawns technology by pull of demand and innovation, but also diffuses it by way of transfer of knowledge and skills. The TVET sector prepares youth for specific trades, crafts and careers at different levels from a trade, a craft, technician, or a professional position in tourism, agriculture etc. The majority of vocations are typically based on manual or practical actions, traditionally non-academic, related to a specific trade, occupation, or, vacation.

Technology has become an increasingly important part of students’ lives beyond school, and even within the classroom it can also help increase their understanding of complex concepts or encourage collaboration among peers. Because of these benefits, current educational practice suggests that teachers implement some form of technology in their classrooms – but many teachers face difficulties in doing so. Cost, access, and time often form considerable barriers to classroom implementation, but another obstacle is a lack of knowledge regarding how technology can best be used to benefit students across diverse subject matters. The rapid evolution of instructional design, its relative novelty, and trends impacting it serve to cloud understanding and complicate practice. To strengthen the blended learning system, TVET practitioners consider technological skills, technology access and accessibility in designing blended learning modules for a course. For example, some of the common tools used to enhance a blended course are online videos, flipped learning, social groups, bookmarking tools etc.

The objectives of the program are to build TVET practitioners’ knowledge on adult learning and hone understanding of widely used instructional design models. The program intends to equip the participants with skills to design and analyze professional learning resources in the TVET sector. The participants will learn the essentials of designing and developing measurable instructional programs informed by fundamental learning theories to meet a variety of learner needs. The participants will be able to design and develop online learning management systems with the use of ICT. The TVET practitioners will have the opportunity to apply the principles of instructional design following a step by step model from needs assessment to evaluation, and build a solid understanding of the process of a learning design.



Program Aim and Objectives

At the end of the program, the participants will be able to:

  • appreciate the use of ICT applications for teaching and learning process;
  • comprehend different instructional design models;
  • develop multimedia content by using ICT tools;
  • enhance institutional capacity on designing of E-learning resources;
  • design an online course for use in the TVET systems;
  • develop an action plan based on digital technology for the institution.



Expected Outcomes and Outputs

The expected outcomes of the Program are:

  • Instructional design and delivery process in the Institute will be enhanced
  • Institutional capacity on online learning will be strengthened with

After the Program, the participants are expected to be able to:

  • design, prepare and implement interactive E-learning content by using ICT tools;
  • enhance institutional capacity on designing of E-learning resources;
  • develop an online course using LMS;
  • prepare an action plan for TVET instructional design based on digital technology for the institution.



Main Contents

The delivery of the online program design follows a spiral learning approach, beginning with overview of core concepts, including some online applications as well as few fundamental building blocks and finally, a self-directed learning approach through action planning.

The main contents of the International Program are:

Online Classes

  • Online Class 1: Fostering 21st Century Skills to Address TVET Needs
  • Online Class 2: ICT Applications in Teaching and Learning Process
  • Online Class 3: Instructional Design Models
  • Online Class 4: Multimedia content preparation for Teaching and Learning
  • Online Class 5: Learning Management System for Online Delivery
  • Online Class 6: Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Applications
  • Online Class 7: Online Assessment Tools

Projects Tasks

  • Project Task 1: Conduct SWOT Analysis on Online Learning
  • Project Task 2: Preparation of Multimedia content
  • Project Task 3: Develop a LMS (Moodle) for a Course
  • Project Task 4: Preparation of online Assessment Questions
  • Project Task 5: Preparation of Action Plan

Online Exam (Individual Participant)




Instructional Strategies

To facilitate productive and interactive learning, the following instructional strategies will be utilized to effectively train the participants:

  • Project, assignments and exercises
  • Online Learning and offline learning
  • Use OnCOURSE learning management system to develop lectures, test items, computer sessions and experience sharing
  • Hands on practice on digital tools for teaching and learning
  • Evaluation of program through OnCOURSE system



Program Facilities

To conduct the program smoothly, each participant should have:

  1. Laptop or desktop computer with the following specifications
    • Intel Core i3 CPU (equivalent or higher)
    • 8GB RAM
    • 240GB Storage
    • Webcam
    • Earphone with microphone (laptop speakers and mic can also be used)
  2. Zoom and HTML5 compliant web browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.)
  3. HTML5 compliant smart phone (Android of iPhone)



Program Management and Resource Persons

Program Supervisor Ramhari Lamichhane, PhD ([email protected]) is the first Nepali and the 11th Director General of CPSC. He is also the concurrent President of Asia Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC). He has 30 years of experience in TVET starting as an instructor up to becoming the CEO of Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) in Nepal. He served as Project Manager in ADB projects and Program Coordinator in Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC) funded projects. He was a key member in formulating the TVET Policy of Nepal in 2007 and 2012.

He is a dynamic leader, certified project assessor, strategic planner, experienced project manager, TVET Institution Quality Assessor, TVET Expert, and a seasoned manager, attested by the awards received such as the Prabal Gorkha Dakshin Bahu IV from the Late King Birendra Bira Bikram Shah Dev and Global Educational Leadership Award by the World Education Congress; scholarship from Ryutaro Hashimoto Foundation, Japan; and Humphrey Fellowship from Fullbright Foundation, USA.

He has presented papers in a number of international conferences and meetings on TVET. He has authored and co-authored publications on TVET in various thematic areas - accessibility, greening, entrepreneurship, financing, equality, and image building. Dr. Lamichhane earned his PhD and MPhil in Education Leadership from Kathmandu University in Nepal. He has a degree in Educational Administration, Planning and Policy from Peabody College/Vanderbilt University, Tennessee, USA.

Program Coordinator and Resource Person Prof. Dr. G. Kulanthaivel ([email protected]) ), Professor and Head of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training & Research, Ministry of Education, Government of India, Chennai, India received his Ph.D. degree in Information and Communication Engineering from Anna University, Chennai. He completed his Master’s degree in Microwave and Optical Engineering from Madurai Kamaraj University and Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from University of Madras. He is having experience of more than 28 years out of which around 25 years in training of technical teachers in India and abroad. He has worked in Colombo Plan Staff College (CPSC), Manila, Philippines as Faculty Consultant & Chairman of the Information and Communication Technology Division for nearly four years on Government of India deputation. He also acted as Acting Director General of CPSC for more than one year. He is an Accreditor for Asia-Pacific Accreditation and Certification Commission (APACC), Philippines.

He has published/presented more than 100 papers in the National/International Journals/Conferences/Seminars. He has visited around 20 countries and conducted different Quality Improvement Programs. He is member of many International/National Professional bodies including Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineering {IEEE(USA)} and International Vocational Education and Training Association {IVETA – USA}. He is Fellow of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers - (FIETE), Fellow of the Institution of Engineers (India) - (FIE) and presently Chairman of IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society (IEEE-TEMS Madras Chapter).

Resource Person Er. J.V. Madhavan ([email protected]), Sr. Manager Projects and Training, Adroitec Engineering Solutions P Ltd, Hyderabad, India completed his Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering and Master of Business Administration degree in Production Management. He has more than 17 years of experience. His areas of interest includes Application Engineering, Technical Documentation, CAD Trainings, 3D Visualisation, and Application Consultant. His current responsibilities are Head of 3D Visualisation Business and Corporate Training Business for Adroitec.

Resource Person Felix Sibal ([email protected]) is currently working as Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Officer and has been with CPSC since January 2004. He is primarily responsible for administering the College's websites and learning management system (OnCOURSE). He provides ICT support to online training programs like video live streaming for both synchronous and asynchronous delivery, custom video presentations and step by step learning reseources for E-learning courses.



Registration, and Other Important Information

Registration is on a first come first served basis. A letter of confirmation will be sent once the minimum ten (10) participants is met on or before July 16, 2021. Please note that a full-payment is necessary to confirm your attendance to the program.

If there is insufficient number of participants, CPSC reserves the right to reschedule the training. If there is schedule conflict after movement of dates or force majeure, CPSC will reimburse the total amount received from the participant. Should the participant wish to withdraw from a confirmed program, the payment may be used to attend other programs advertised via CPSC website or 50% of the total amount may be reimbursed.

If any organization would like to conduct this program solely for their group, CPSC may prepare and send a customized program proposal, with some cost adjustment.

*Note: Bank charges are covered by payer/participant.

Payments may be done through Bank Transfer:

TRAINING FEE: USD150 or PHP7,500
PAYEE: Colombo Plan Staff College for Technician Education
DOLLAR BANK ACCOUNT NO. (USD): 123460040260
PESO BANK ACCOUNT NO. (PHP): 123470004678
BANK NAME: Philippine National Bank
BANK ADDRESS: PNB Pasig Capitol Commons, Unit 2, Ground Floor, Unimart Capitol Commons, Shaw Boulevard cor. Meralco Ave., Pasig City
SWIFT CODE: PNBMPHMM


Contact Details

Projects and Consultancy Division
Colombo Plan Staff College
Bldg. C, Department of Education Complex, Meralco Avenue,
Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Tel No (Trunkline): (+63-2) 8631-0991, 93 to 95
Tel No (Direct Line): (+63-2) 8631-0996
E-mail: [email protected]