Elsevier-MTUN Symposium 2024
Bringing together industry experts, academic leaders, researchers, and educators from across Malaysia
Elsevier-MTUN Symposium 2024: Transforming technical education with AI
Join us for the Elsevier-MTUN Symposium, an annual event that brings together industry experts, academic leaders, researchers, and educators from across the country, with the aim of fostering collaboration and advancing the field of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).
Now in its third year, this prestigious symposium is hosted by Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) in collaboration with Elsevier.
This Year's Theme: Artificial Intelligence (AI) approach in enhancing the quality of teaching and research within Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN)
Focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to elevate the quality of teaching and research, the symposium will explore the ongoing digital transformation of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Malaysia.
We will delve into how AI and other digital technologies can modernize education, improve learning outcomes, and prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce.
Event details
Date: 30 September 2024
Time: 9.00am - 4.30pm (registration starts at 8.00am)
Venue: Zenith Kuantan, Jalan Putra Square 6, Putra Square, 25200 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
Registration: To register, please fill out this form opens in new tab/window, or you can also contact the Elsevier-MTUN Symposium 2024 Secretariat at: 018-9067346 (Sarinah Shaari), 012-6461551 (Hafidza Ramli) or e-mail to: [email protected]
Key highlights
Digital transformation
Understand how AI integration is reshaping TVET, making education more adaptive, personalized, and efficient.
Forward-thinking approaches
Ensure that Malaysian technical education remains at the forefront of global innovation by adopting cutting-edge AI tools and solutions.
Why attend?
Learn
Gain valuable insights from leading experts on the latest AI trends and best practices in education and research.
Engage
Participate in interactive discussions and hands-on workshops to deepen your understanding of AI applications.
Network
Connect with like-minded professionals across TVET education in Malaysia
Innovate
Discover groundbreaking AI tools and solutions that can revolutionize your institution's teaching and research capabilities.
Time | Program |
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8:00 – 9.00am | Arrival of Guests & Registration |
8:45am | Arrival of Elsevier Regional Director, Southeast Asia |
8:50am | Arrival of MTUN Vice Chancellor |
8:55am | Arrival of Chairman of The Board of Director, UMPSA |
9:00am – 9.10am | Arrival of YB Datuk TS. Mustapha Sakmud, Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Malaysia • Negaraku Anthem • Doa Recital |
9:10am – 9.20am | Welcoming speech by YH. Professor Dato' Ts. Dr. Yuserrie bin Zainuddin, Vice Chancellor, UMPSA |
9:20am – 10.20am | Ministerial address & officiating speech by YB Dato' Seri Diraja Dr. Zambry bin Abd Kadir, Minister of Higher Education, Malaysia |
10:20am – 10.30am | Official ceremony Gimmick & Montage Presentation Souvenir presentation to The Minister MOU Exchange Ceremony |
10:30am – 10.35am | Group Photo Session |
10:35am – 10.45am | MTUN Exhibition Booth Visit with VVIP |
10:45am – 11.00am | Morning Coffee Break |
11:00am – 11.45am | Academia Forum: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Approach in Enhancing the Quality of Teaching and Research Within Malaysian Technical Universities Network (MTUN) Professor Dr. Zulkiflie Bin Ibrahim, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International Affairs), Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) |
Professor Ir. Dr. Mohd Shukry Bin Abdul Majid, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic and International Affairs), Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) | |
Professor Ts. Dr. Aida Binti Mustapha, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation), Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) | |
Professor Ts. Dr. Rabiah Binti Ahmad, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) | |
Moderator: Ts. Dr. Shalyda Binti Md Shaarani@Md Nawi, Senior Lecturer, Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) | |
11:45am – 12.15am | Keynote 1: Open source vs. Closed Systems in the AI Campus Development Ecosystem by Professor Ir. Dr. Mohd Faizal bin Jamlos, Board of Director (Senate Representative), UMPSA |
12:15pm – 12.45pm | Plenary Session 1: Integration of Embedded Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the Curriculum Structure of Higher Education Academic Programs by Professor Ts. Dr. Kamal bin Yusof, Assistant Vice-Chancellor Academic Advancement, UMPSA |
12:45pm – 12.50pm | Q&A Session |
12:50pm – 2.15pm | Lunch and Networking |
2:15pm – 2.45pm | Plenary Session 2: Leveraging AI in Institutes of Higher Learning by Professor Dr. Naomie Salim, Faculty of Engineering, School of Computing, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia |
2:45pm – 2.50pm | Q&A Session |
2:50pm – 3.20pm | Plenary Session 3: Intelligence World 2030 by Carolyn Wai, Service Experience Consulting & System Integration, Huawei Technologies Malaysia |
3:20pm – 3.25pm | Q&A Session |
3:25pm – 3.35pm | Afternoon Tea Break |
3:35pm – 4.05pm | Plenary Session 4: Utilizing Generative AI to Leverage Teaching and Learning at Chulalongkorn University by Assoc. Prof. Proadpran Punyabukkana, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Chulalongkorn University |
4:05pm – 4.10pm | Q&A Session |
4:10pm – 4.20pm | Closing Speech by Mr. Omar Malik, Regional Director, Southeast Asia, Elsevier |
4:20pm – 4.30pm | Token presentation to the Panelist & Speakers |
4.30pm | End of Event |