Informal Learning in the Digital Era
Learning is a natural process and in the age of digital technology, gaining knowledge can take place outside of the structured classroom setting. Generally, informal learning happens when an individual…
Category: Education
What not to do when studying online
Digital Economy, Education, Newspaper Column
Online learning has become the norm for schools and educational institutions around the globe due to the Covid-19 pandemic. With the implementation of standard operating procedures and precautionary measures, more…
Literacy enrichment for young adults
Career Advice, Digital Economy, Education, Entrepreneurship, Newspaper Column
IN today’s environment, literacy as noted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) enables the ‘identification, understanding, interpretation, creation, and communication in an increasingly digital, text-mediated, information-rich…
The benefits of creating a work routine
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Sometimes, the predictability of a routine allows us to manage the unpredictability of our lives. Even at our workplace, knowing that we have something consistent to follow through can provide…
Personal development through ‘unproductive’ activities
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It is always in our best interest to engage in productive activities and avoid unproductive ones to improve ourselves and feel accomplished in our lives. However, there are certain supposedly…
How to make time for learning
Career Advice, Digital Economy, Education, Entrepreneurship, Newspaper Column
It’s always important to keep on learning in order to enhance our capabilities and enrich our perspective, more so in a world that is rapidly changing and increasingly globalised. But…
Why the humanities matter in the digital age
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Despite today’s demand for a workforce with a background in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), some experts and industry players argue that the humanities are now more important than…
The value of resilience
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This year’s Sarawak Day will be celebrated amidst a global health crisis. Reflecting on what could arguably be the most eventful year in the 21st century so far, there is…
Honing your critical thinking skills
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In school, students have often been told that cultivating critical thinking skills is necessary for further studies and future jobs. However, the term ‘critical thinking’ is often described without proper…
Upskilling for a post-COVID-19 workplace
Career Advice, Digital Economy, Education, Entrepreneurship, Newspaper Column
To better adapt to the rapidly changing work environment resulting from advancement in digital technology, youths need to upskill themselves constantly. Although upskilling – the process of learning additional skills…