[INDUSTRIAL TALK 2] Reflection for NALI conference

There are several observable and significant trends throughout the NALI 2018 symposium.

First and foremost, the most significant trend in NALI 2018, is the application of digital technology. The usage of digital devices such as VR headset, mobile applications ease the process of learning, promote a more immersive learning experience in the classroom. The concept of virtual classroom, allows a higher degree of participation from the students via interactive activities. Digital technology doesn’t even promote innovative learning experience, but also give support on administrative work. The project make use of digital technology to gain insights on implementation and integration of digital learning in the classroom. The application give automatic data storage, data analyzation, which give simple, fast, yet accurate results in order to give reflection on the actual situation, hence yielding a effective grading system.

On the other hand, the trend of play-and-learn is also significant throughout NALI 2018. One of the participant make use of Lego to let the students simulate the actual process of industrial process. The industrial process which involves inventory management, assembly point, logistics support is being scaled down and carried out using Lego bricks. Students which participates in the process gain first-hand experience, and also retain a better understanding for the whole process. Meanwhile, the play-and-learn trends can also be seen in some other booth which utilize simple tools or toys, to create an immersive and practical experience for the students. By using this effective method, learning experience is being brought to a higher level, one which is innovative, effective, yet fun and interesting.

Furthermore, the trend of tools development is also one of the major trends in NALI 2018. Instead of development in learning experience, a several group of educators focus on development of tools. In this context, tools such as grading systems, personality test are useful to in which to identify student performance, analyse classroom’s performance. These tools might help to provide a better picture, and assist in identifying patterns and problems, and in return helps in decision making.