We step into the corridors of I-CATS University College Kuching, Malaysia, where three Indonesian lecturers are about to witness a transformation that will reshape their entire approach to education. On this pivotal Friday, September 26th, the future of modern learning systems unfolds before their eyes.
Dosen UBSI Kampus Pontianak Siap Bertransformasi dengan Adopsi Sistem Pembelajaran Modern dari I-CATS University College Malaysia
Catalyst
The quest for educational excellence never stops at Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika (UBSI), Indonesia’s Digital Creative Campus. Recognizing the urgent need to elevate their teaching standards, three dedicated lecturers from UBSI Pontianak Campus—Latifah, Nurmalasari, and Wanty Eka Jayanti—embarked on an international benchmarking journey to I-CATS University College Kuching, Malaysia.
This comprehensive program, titled “Learning System, Research, Doctorate By Research & AI Implementation to I-CATS University College,” was facilitated by the Indonesian Doctoral Management Science Program Alliance (APDMI). The mission was clear: strengthen Indonesian lecturers’ understanding of modern learning systems, doctoral-based research, and artificial intelligence implementation in education.
Rising Action
During their intensive visit, the UBSI lecturers conducted direct observations of I-CATS’ flagship facilities, exploring everything from innovative teaching methods to research management and international publication strategies. Meanwhile, they participated in hands-on mini workshops covering research proposal development, supervision techniques for doctorate by research programs, and AI utilization to enhance learning effectiveness.
The complexity of modern educational systems became apparent as they navigated through various departments. Each facility revealed new layers of sophistication in how contemporary universities operate, particularly in integrating sistem pembelajaran modern with cutting-edge technology.
Turning Point
Dr. Nurashikin Nazer Mohamad, Director of Centre of Graduate Studies (iCGS) at I-CATS University College, warmly welcomed this collaborative initiative.
“Pertukaran pemikiran antar kampus ASEAN sangat penting. Banyak potensi kolaborasi yang bisa dikembangkan, terutama dalam penelitian, pengembangan akademik, dan penerapan teknologi di dunia pendidikan,” she explained.
This benchmarking experience transcended theoretical learning, opening doors to tangible collaboration opportunities.
The potential partnerships emerging from this visit included:
- Joint research projects
- Faculty and student exchange programs
- Co-supervision of doctoral programs
- Joint publications
Resolution
Latifah, one of the participating lecturers, emphasized the invaluable insights gained from this transformative experience. “Kami mendapatkan pemahaman baru tentang bagaimana mengintegrasikan AI dalam sistem pembelajaran serta membangun ekosistem akademik yang lebih inovatif. Pengalaman ini akan kami adaptasi di UBSI Kampus Pontianak,” she stated in a written statement on Wednesday, October 1st.
This strategic initiative marks UBSI Pontianak Campus’s serious commitment to adopting advanced educational methodologies. The expectation is that benchmarking results will be swiftly implemented to enhance graduate quality, promote internationally competitive research, and create an academic environment that adapts to global technological developments.
Furthermore, this collaboration strengthens the foundation for international academic partnerships in Southeast Asia, positioning UBSI as a forward-thinking institution ready to embrace educational innovation.
With this transformation spirit, UBSI Pontianak Campus lecturers are prepared to become catalysts of change in education, making their institution increasingly relevant in the digital era and competitive on the international stage. The seeds of modern learning systems have been planted, and the future of Indonesian higher education looks brighter than ever.
