AY 2022/23
Dr Yeh I-Ling
Dr Yeh I-Ling Yeh is an Assistant Professor in the Health and Social Sciences Cluster. She teaches 11 modules across the four cohorts. She believes that a supportive teacher-student relationship underpinned by trust is critical to facilitate learning. I-Ling sees the relationship between curiosity and motivation; thus, she stimulates curiosity among her students because motivation will follow. Her goal is to get her students to create their own knowledge.
(Abstract from citation by HSS Evaluation Committee Member)
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Mr Ong Gin Yong
As a Career Coach, Gin Yong sees the importance of instilling a growth mindset in students and actively engaging them in designing their career trajectories and personal development. He motivates students to excel and supports their transition into the workplace with inspiration and practical advice, seeking to enlighten students that their career success is self-determined.
(Citation by Centre for Career Readiness)
Ms Zhang Weili
As a Career Educator, Weili effectively engages students with a curriculum that is thoughtfully designed and connects with students through real-life stories, making her workshops interactive and impactful for career development. Her enthusiasm and commitment to incorporating technology and innovative techniques in her teaching encourage active participation and continuous learning among students.
(Citation by Centre for Career Readiness)
Mr Thinesh Dharan Rahu
As a dedicated research engineer, Thinesh has significantly enhanced the educational experience for SIT engineering students by involving them in innovative research projects and guiding them in competitions and conferences. This provides students with invaluable opportunities for practical learning and professional development. His dedication to nurturing students into future innovators and leaders in their fields is commendable.
(Citation by Engineering Cluster)
Mr Lim Lit San
Lit San has played a pivotal role in enhancing the Overseas Exposure Programme, ensuring it serves clear learning outcomes and benefits multiple academic clusters, thereby enriching the global educational experience. His initiative in establishing the first Student Ambassadors within the Global Experience Division exemplifies his commitment to fostering an inclusive environment and promoting international perspectives among students and staff.
(Citation by Global Experience Division)
Mr Lee Yee Yong
Yee Yong’s commitment to student development has notably advanced the performing arts at our university, with groups like SIT Symphonique and SIT Chinese Orchestra thriving under his mentorship. His contributions to special projects and student life initiatives reflect his creative leadership and dedication to fostering a vibrant campus community.
(Citation by Office of SITizen Experience Division)
Mr Muhammad Hafiz Bin Hisam
Hafiz has been instrumental in fostering a sense of community and leadership among students, particularly through his guidance of groups like the SIT Astronomers Club and CD Lionhearters, leading to cohesive and successful campus initiatives. His unwavering support and mentorship have significantly contributed to institutional events and the development of student leaders, enhancing the overall campus experience.
(Citation by Office of SITizen Experience Division)
Dr Ng Lee Keng
Dr Ng’s classes are always fun, engaging, and conducive as she plans the classes well. Moreover, Dr. Ng always goes beyond just teaching about the module but also shares experiences that help in learning and enhancing the students' character development. I am touched by her care towards all her students, and her efforts to help every single one of us improve.” This statement is just one of the many from students appreciating Dr Ng’s excellence in teaching and commitment to students’ development.
(Abstract from citation by BCD Evaluation Committee Member)
Dr Purnima Murali Mohan
Dr Purnima Murali Mohan aims to implement active learning in all her modules while ensuring industry relevancy to enhance student learning outcomes. Her combination of module lecture, simulation assignment, hands-on lab and industry guest lecture allows the stimulation of higher-order thinking and problem solving skills for the students. Dr Purnima is also committed to student development and encourages students to apply for competitions, hackathons and certifications to showcase their skills and build their profile. Purnima embraces the use of simulation and technology & learning (T&L) tools to keep the students engaged in their learning.
(Abstract from citation by ICT Evaluation Committee Member)
Dr Sivaneasan Bala Krishnan
Dr Sivaneasan Bala Krishnan is an experienced academic who strongly believes in the “applied teaching – applied research” nexus. He frequently brings real-life examples from his applied research outcomes into his teaching materials, which is very appreciated by his students. He is also very committed to the lifelong learning and career aspirations of his students and graduates, developing and delivering numerous CET courses to help his recent graduates e.g., sitting for the Professional Engineers Board’s first stage examination. He also secured a Harnessing Applied Learning Online (HALO) grant to develop an innovative “Online Cyber Security Penetration Testing Laboratory” to help his postgraduate students achieve learning outcome in modern software usage.
(Abstract from citation by ENG Evaluation Committee Member)
Dr Steven Tay
Dr Steven Tay believes in the teaching philosophy that when the knowledge is relevant, there will be more active discussion which will in turn make student learning more effective. He constantly strives to enhance student learning through real-life industrial experiences and maintains an active learning environment. He also helped to pioneer a case study of social innovation project with Community Leadership & Social Innovation Centre (CLASIC), which demonstrated the learning outcomes of sustainability and society. In his supervision of capstone projects, he instilled in his students the importance of soft transferrable skills beside the more conventional hard engineering skills.
(Abstract from citation by ENG Evaluation Committee Member)
Dr Tan Chek Tien
Dr Tan Chek Tien firmly believes in fostering the applied research-teaching nexus as a key component of his teaching pedagogy. He is not afraid to experiment in his teaching and continuously explores improvements and new methods in his teaching. His learning activities such as life digital illustration, live coding lecture sessions and YouTube lecture series keep the students engaged in their learning. Dr Tan believes in developing student qualities beyond curriculum modules and mentoring students in their study and career progression.
(Abstract from citation by ICT Evaluation Committee Member)
Dr Yeh I-Ling
Dr Yeh I-Ling Yeh is an Assistant Professor in the Health and Social Sciences Cluster. She teaches 11 modules across the four cohorts. She believes that a supportive teacher-student relationship underpinned by trust is critical to facilitate learning. I-Ling sees the relationship between curiosity and motivation; thus, she stimulates curiosity among her students because motivation will follow. Her goal is to get her students to create their own knowledge.
(Abstract from citation by HSS Evaluation Committee Member)