International Symposium on Engineering Education (IEE 2023)

Schedule 

Morning Session (UTC+8)

0900 Registration Starts

0930 Welcoming and Opening Address - Prof. Jimmy FUNG
1000 Keynote: DNA(Data, Network, AI) School to cultivate DNA-X talents leading the Bio/Digital healthcare industry - Prof. Jun Young LEE
1030 Keynote: The Future is Now: The New Landscape of Learning and Teaching in the Digital Age. - Dr. Beatrice CHU
1100 Tea Break | Booth Demonstration by IPLP2023 Participants
1120 Keynote: Innovative Engineering Education Program in Korea - Prof. Yongsug TAK
1150 Keynote: New Generation Learning and Teaching - Lessons Learned from COVID-19 - Prof. Ben CHAN
1230 Closing Remarks

DNA(Data, Network, AI) School to cultivate DNA-X talents leading the Bio/Digital healthcare industry - Prof. Jun Young LEE

The future society requires holistic engineers with the ability to develop innovative products and technologies through interdisciplinary collaboration. These engineers should be able to cross the boundaries of academic disciplines and creatively solve new problems. In response to this demand, Sungkyunkwan University has established the DNA School, a consortium with various research institutions (Gachon University, Kangwon National University, Konyang University, Kyunghee University, Daejin University, Incheon National University), to cultivate creative and innovative engineering talents leading the Data·Network·AI technology connect Bio·Digital Healthcare industry.
The DNA School curriculum is a Digital healthcare convergence program that integrates Data, Network, and AI technologies, focusing on the emerging industry of Digital Healthcare. It is a specialized education program that enables students from various universities, disciplines, and academic years to gain experience in communication, collaboration, and convergence. The curriculum is structured systematically into basic, core, and advanced courses, with a focus on developing the essential competencies of DNA-X engineering talents, including △Digital Transformation, △Networking∙Collaboration, and △Agile Action.

In 2022, DNA School developed and operated a total of 46 programs, with the participation of 2,023 students from 7 universities. The program aimed to facilitate convergence and learning experiences among the students. The DNA School consortium in Digital Healthcare at Sungkyunkwan University produced 13 graduate students from 5 universities with a Micro-Degree Certificate.

DNA School collaborates with bio-digital healthcare-related industries, such as Samsung Seoul Hospital, to incorporate projects that solve real-life industry problems into the core and essential education programs. This approach aims to foster engineering talents with practical adaptability. DNA School ensures the right to equal learning opportunities for all students, and it contributes to the qualitative improvement of education among universities.

about Prof. Jun Young LEE

Professor Jun Young Lee received a B.S. degree and a M.S. degree in Textile Engineering from Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea in 1983 and 1985, and a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Polymer Science and Plastics Engineering Option from University of Massachusetts-Lowell, USA in 1992. He has worked at KAIST (Korea Institute of Science and Technology), as a Researcher for 5 years from 1992. Since 1998 he moved to Sungkyunkwan University, Suwon, Korea and is currently Professor of Chemical Engineering. He is serving as Director of Center for Innovative Engineering Education, and Director of Sungkyunkwan University Bio/Digital Healthcare Consortium.

The Future is Now: The New Landscape of Learning and Teaching in the Digital Age. - Dr. Beatrice CHU

In this presentation, we look into the quest for optimal educational models and pedagogical methods that will equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to adapt to the ever-evolving demands of the future workforce. The talk will focus on the unique needs of Generation Z – a digitally native generation that distinctly differs from their predecessors – and the evolving nature of work that increasingly emphasizes competencies like adaptability, collaboration, and problem-solving. We'll also examine the implications of emergent technologies, such as generative AI and AR/VR, which offer promising opportunities to revolutionize pedagogy and student learning experiences. Does the present model adopted by Higher Education have the resilience to withstand the transformative shifts reshaping the educational landscape in this digital era? What teaching and learning model can serve to future-proof students for the evolving dynamics of work? These are the fundamental questions that will form the crux of our discussion.

about Dr. Beatrice CHU

Educational Developer and Head of the Professional Development Team in the Center for Education Innovation at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology since 2013. Doctor of Philosophy in Physics (1992), and Master of Education in Educational Administration and Management (2006). Over 20 years of experience in different sectors of tertiary education. A previous faculty member in the Department of Electronic Engineering at the City University of Hong Kong and key research areas in photonics and optical fiber sensors. Current emphasis areas are innovative instructional approaches and programs that facilitate learners' knowledge, skillset, and mindset for the 21st century. Involves in multiple initiatives and projects on innovative pedagogies such as authentic learning through experiential approaches, gamification and game-based learning, AR/VR/MR technology in teaching, and studying undergraduate students' intercultural issues and challenges and promoting intercultural teaching competence at the University.

Innovative Engineering Education Program in Korea - Prof. Yongsug TAK

Government-supported program for engineering education innovation started in 2007 by the establishment of the Center for Innovative Engineering Education (CIEE) at individual University. CIEE organized by the College of Engineering has the mission to provide future engineer the opportunities for convergence thinking while establishing engineering education that meets the industrial demand for professional engineering fields. Each CIEE has established its own agendas to foster creative and convergent talents for future engineer. A few examples of agendas are industry-academic cooperation and research, development of creative convergence capabilities, enhancement of global competitiveness, and literacy in humanities education.

Currently, the 3rd phase of the program started in 2022 and will continue by 2028. However, the structure of CIEE was different from the 1st and 2nd phases. Based upon industry sectors such as healthcare, robot, mobility and et. al., total number of 73 CIEEs in Korea were re-grouped in the form of 13 different consortiums to lead the future engineer by minimizing the gap between the engineering talents desired by the industry and the engineers nurtured from the university. 

Research and Information Center for Innovative Engineering Education (RICE2) was established in 2018 during the 2nd phase and has the mission of nurturing creative convergence talents who will lead industrial innovation growth. 

Three major works of RICEE are (1) construction of engineering education database, (2) analysis and develop of engineering education, and (3) Co-op matching. Dissemination of educational innovations with best practices cultivated in 73 CIEEs is another mission of RICEE. 

about Prof. Yongsug TAK

Professor Tak completed his M.S. and B.S. degrees in Chemical Engineering from Seoul National University and obtained his Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University. Professor Yongsug Tak is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Chemical Engineering at INHA University in Korea. He holds the position of POSCO Distinguished Professor and serves as the Director of the Research & Information Center for Innovative Engineering Education. Professor Tak's research focuses on areas such as Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells, Li-ion Batteries, and Corrosion. With a Ph.D. from Iowa State University and extensive experience at INHA University, Professor Tak has held various leadership roles, including Dean of Academic Affairs and Vice-Dean of the College of Engineering. He is actively engaged in professional activities, such as serving as the Vice-president of the Korean Electrochemical Society and being a Representative and Member of the Executive Committee for the IEA/HIA.

New Generation Learning and Teaching - Lessons Learned from COVID-19 - Prof. Ben CHAN

Imagine you are enjoying your coffee outside the Starbucks facing the sundial, the sun suddenly disappeared and the day turned dark. A terrible storm hits, soil and gigantic rocks rolling down the hill and destroying everything in the area. Suddenly, you are back in a classroom surrounded by whiteboards and populated with movable chairs.

The migration from face-to-face learning to real-time online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic leads to the deployment of new teaching tools and teaching pedagogies, especially in the area of experiential learning. Good practices were developed and many of these are still being adopted after resuming face-to-face mode, pedagogies including the use of Metaverse, 3D Virtual Design, and Gamification will be presented.

Today, as the metaverse infrastructure is still under construction, researchers, educators, policymakers, and digital designers have a chance to lead the way rather than get caught in the undertow. To leverage the potential of the metaverse as a 3D, global, interconnected, immersive, and real-time online space, we need new ways to connect the physical world with augmented and virtual reality (VR) experiences.

about Prof. Ben CHAN

Prof. Ben, Y. B. Chan is currently an Associate Professor in Engineering Education and the Director of the University's Center for Engineering Education Innovation. Ben has worked extensively in Engineering Education related areas, including academic advising, experiential learning and teaching pedagogies development. Ben has been the recipient of numerous teaching excellence awards during his almost decade-long teaching at the University, including the finalist of the QS Reimagine Education Award 2018 (Global) organized by Wharton School QS Reimagine Education Award Committee; School of Engineering Teaching Excellence Appreciation Award in 2016 & 2020; the Common Core Teaching Excellence Award 2016 - Honorary Mention, the Nomination for the 2017 & 2020 UGC Teaching Award, etc. He also accumulated over HK$20M education related grants as a PI and has over 50 journal and conference papers published.