Institute for Adult Learning Singapore

19/06/2026

What does it take to prepare the workforce for an AI-powered future?

The Adult Learning Collaboratory (ALC) Symposium discussed how experimentation can help organisations, workers, and learning providers navigate change and unlock new possibilities with AI.

As Associate Professor Renee Tan, Assistant Executive Director & Director of Research at IAL, shared, "the time for change is now." She highlighted the importance of bringing together industry, academia, and policymakers to test new ideas, learn from real-world applications, and embed meaningful innovations that can drive workforce transformation at scale.

Through research insights, industry showcases, and discussions on initiatives such as Domain+ and Future-Oriented Pedagogies (FOP), participants explored how experimentation can bridge the gap between learning and workplace impact.

Watch the video to hear more about the symposium and discover how collaboration can help shape a workforce that is ready for the future.

18/06/2026

Is human resources (HR) a luxury or necessity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)?

In this episode of the Hello Future series, IAL partnered with Workforce Singapore - WSG to showcase how homegrown businesses are moving HR from basic operations to core business strategy.

This feature highlights how local SME bosses empower their employees through workplace learning.

Ms Ang Shu Min, Head of Business Services, Lim Kee Food Manufacturing, shares how the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) helped her champion workforce transformation, job redesign and talent development to support

Mr Gideon Lam, CEO, Shalom International Movers, discusses how emphasising learning in his employees, empowered his frontline teams to work independently.

Discover how investing in your people’s skills and workplace learning can supercharge your organisation’s growth.

Read the full article and watch the video here: https://tinyurl.com/Hello-Future-4

Discover how Lim Kee Food Manufacturing turned the COVID-19 crisis into a catalyst for change — pivoting its business model and putting its people at the heart of its transformation journey.

17/06/2026

In a transforming global economy, how do you build a workforce that is resilient by design?

Through our Centre for Skills-First Practices (CSFP), IAL partners with global agencies to turn workforce strategy into action. From labour market intelligence to sustainable financing, here is how we help our partners navigate the future of work ➡️

Explore our programmes: https://tinyurl.com/SF-Capability-Development

15/06/2026

What if you could focus entirely on mentoring while AI handles the learning activities?

Learn how to deploy AI assistants as activity partners that guide and monitor learners during each session, then provide analytical feedback and highlight areas for improvement after each lesson. Join Celine Chew from Straits Interactive to learn how AI can enhance your presence in the classroom.

Register here: https://swiy.co/2606a2

12/06/2026

What if you could clearly identify where the capability gaps are in your organisation — and have the right tools and expert support to address them? IAL Corporate Membership puts these resources directly in your hands.

Members gain more than just credentials; they get:
✅ Diagnostic tools to measure and bridge learning gaps.
✅ Priority access to flagship events and innovation pilots.
✅ Preferential rates on consultancy and specialised courses.
✅ Co-branding opportunities to showcase your commitment to learning.

Choose the tier that fits your organisation and start building your future-ready workforce today.

Apply for IAL Corporate Membership: https://tinyurl.com/IAL-Corporate-Membership

11/06/2026

How do countries finance workforce development sustainably?

A comparative study of skills development systems in Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand reveals that no single model is universally optimal.

For those working in Singapore's Training and Adult Education (TAE) sector, understanding how our pooled levy system differs from employer-led or compliance-based models, helps clarify how different design choices shape outcomes by what it prioritises.

Explore the key insights: https://tinyurl.com/IAL-CSFP-Report

10/06/2026

Starting your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) journey early makes it easier to clock your 40 hours over two years. 🏃‍♂️

From Business Analytics to Workplace Coaching, here’s how to find the whitelisted programmes that count towards your National Adult Educator (NAE) Registry renewal under the Training and Adult Educator Professional Pathway (TAEPP). ⏳

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/IAL-CPD-Programmes

08/06/2026

Why do well-articulated strategies break down during ex*****on?

This Expert Session introduces boundary crossing as a practical lens to understand and navigate these breakdowns.

Join us in this hands-on session for mid to senior-level managers, transformation leads and HR/L&D professionals.

Expert Session: Translating Intent to Impact - Boundary Crossing for Change and Innovation
Date: 26 June 2026, 9am - 12pm
Venue: IAL Experiment Room
Open to public and IAL Corporate Members. (IAL Corporate Members enjoy preferential rate)

Enroll now: https://tinyurl.com/Translating-Intent-To-Impact

Registration closes 24 June. For IAL Corporate Members, refer to instructions for members via the link.

05/06/2026

📝“How did I get this grade?” Sound familiar?

A rubric eliminates guesswork in assessment. It’s a scoring guide that clearly defines what good work looks like at every level.

Swipe to discover how rubrics transform both assessment and learning.

03/06/2026

What does skills-first hiring look like in practice for SMEs?

Continuing the Hello Future series by Workforce Singapore - WSG , IAL collaborated with WSG on this video featuring Mr Edwin Tan, Director of the Centre for Skills-First Practices (CSFP) at IAL. He shares perspectives on how SMEs can approach the shift towards skills-first hiring in an incremental and strategic manner, including looking beyond qualifications to help tap into skills within their existing workforce.

Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYh7Hc896kw

Ever wondered what skills-first hiring actually means? And how it applies to your business? 🔥 Edwin is here to answer all your burning questions.In this vid...