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Flex Tio

Applied Research and Development Engineer

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Engineer by Training ・ Educator by Profession ・ Rebel at Heart

  • Education

    • National Institute of Education Singapore

      2018 - 2019
      Specialist Diploma Teaching and Learning (Higher Education)

    • Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)

      2024 - 2026
      Master in Boundary-Crossing Learning and Leadership Organizational Leadership; Teaching and Learning

    • Nanyang Technological University

      2003 - 2007
      Bachelor’s Degree Computer Engineering First Class Honours

      Activities and Societies: Computer Engineering Club, Hall of Residence 11 Xing & Strum Held leadership positions in numerous national and school events including Chairperson, Programme Director, Group Coordinator, Marketing Director and Logistics Officer

  • Experience

    • Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT)

      Jun 2007 - Sept 2012
      Applied Research and Development Engineer

      - Develops concept of operations for customers, specialising in content and visual analysis- Leads project team as Technical Lead in requirements gathering, budgeting, resource allocation, and managing stakeholder- Trains clients in the usage of analytic technologies for business analysis and research

    • Nanyang Polytechnic

      Sept 2012 - now

      - Leads the NYP Learning Experience Design Workgroup in promoting engaging teaching and learning practice- Manages a team of four to drive pedagogy and edtech initiatives within the school.- Drives teaching & learning initiatives such as ICT-Enabled T&L, Learning Analytics and Learning Experience Design initiatives at polytechnic and school level- Designs and delivers customised SkillsFuture workshops on computational thinking, customised to the needs of the clients such as SingTel and MOE.- Designs and delivers curriculum that blends hard and heart skills for modules such as Java Enterprise Development, Internet of Things Application Development, Advanced UI/UX Design and Emerging Trends & Technologies.- Develops students' potential in areas such as daring leadership, impactful communication, and event planning and organisation through various roles such as coach in leading learners in innovation-related competitions and school trips, as a personal mentor and as staff advisor for the diploma academic club.- Engages in education research with interest in industry-inspired authentic practices, collaborative learning, and blended learning. Show less

      • Senior Specialist (Teaching and Learning) and Senior Lecturer

        Apr 2021 - now

      • Specialist (Teaching and Learning) and Senior Lecturer

        Apr 2019 - Mar 2021

      • Lecturer

        Sept 2012 - Mar 2019

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Generative AI for Educators Certificate

      Grow with Google on Coursera
      Jun 2024
      View certificate certificate

    • Daring Educator Recognized

      Daring Educator Recognized by Brave Leaders Inc
      Sept 2017
      View certificate certificate

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Flex Tio
      Finalist for President's Award for Teachers Ministry of Education Aug 2023 Established in 1998, the President’s Award for Teachers (PAT) recognises excellent educators for their role in moulding the future of our nation. This year's recipients were selected from 17 finalists who were judged by a panel chaired by Mr Patrick Tay, Chairperson of the Government Parliamentary Committee for Education. The panel included representatives from the Ministry of Education (MOE), Post-Secondary Education Institutions (PSEIs), as well as the Community and Parents in Support… Show more Established in 1998, the President’s Award for Teachers (PAT) recognises excellent educators for their role in moulding the future of our nation. This year's recipients were selected from 17 finalists who were judged by a panel chaired by Mr Patrick Tay, Chairperson of the Government Parliamentary Committee for Education. The panel included representatives from the Ministry of Education (MOE), Post-Secondary Education Institutions (PSEIs), as well as the Community and Parents in Support of Schools (COMPASS). A total of 4,367 educators from 312 schools and post-secondary education institutions were nominated by school leaders, colleagues, parents, as well as former and current students.Source: https://www.moe.gov.sg/news/press-releases/20230831-eight-teachers-receive-top-honours-for-dedication-and-excellence-in-education Show less
    • Awarded to Flex Tio
      Educator Achievement Award 2022 Nanyang Polytechnic Oct 2022 The NYP EAA is an annual award which recognises academic staff who have demonstrated exemplary teaching and learning (T&L) practices in NYP. It also aims to serve as a platform to raise awareness, share best practices, and motivate and challenge us to continually strive towards excellence in T&L.
    • Awarded to Flex Tio
      Educator Achievement Award 2020 Nanyang Polytechnic Oct 2020 The NYP EAA is an annual award which recognises academic staff who have demonstrated exemplary teaching and learning (T&L) practices in NYP. It also aims to serve as a platform to raise awareness, share best practices, and motivate and challenge us to continually strive towards excellence in T&L.
    • Awarded to Flex Tio
      Educator Achievement Award 2018 Nanyang Polytechnic Oct 2018 The NYP EAA is an annual award which recognises academic staff who have demonstrated exemplary teaching and learning (T&L) practices in NYP. It also aims to serve as a platform to raise awareness, share best practices, and motivate and challenge us to continually strive towards excellence in T&L.
    • Awarded to Flex Tio
      2018 SAF NSMan of the Year Singapore Armed Forces, Ministry of Defence Jul 2018 Since 1994, 2 categories of awards for outstanding Operationally Ready National Servicemen (NSmen) have been presented annually. These are the SAF NSmen of the Year and the Formation NSmen of the Year Awards. The SAF NSmen of the Year Award winners comprises Officers, Warrant Officers and Specialists from the Army, Navy and Air Force. These awards are presented to NSmen who have demonstrated excellent performance, and consistently set exemplary standards in training, discipline, and… Show more Since 1994, 2 categories of awards for outstanding Operationally Ready National Servicemen (NSmen) have been presented annually. These are the SAF NSmen of the Year and the Formation NSmen of the Year Awards. The SAF NSmen of the Year Award winners comprises Officers, Warrant Officers and Specialists from the Army, Navy and Air Force. These awards are presented to NSmen who have demonstrated excellent performance, and consistently set exemplary standards in training, discipline, and attitude towards NS. Source: https://www.ns.sg/web/portal/nsmen/home/nstopics/awards-and-recognition/recognition-for-top-performing-nsmen/nsmen-of-the-year Show less
    • Awarded to Flex Tio
      Teaching and Learning Achievement Award Nanyang Polytechnic Jun 2016

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Toastmaster

      Issued by Toastmasters International on Apr 2011
      Toastmasters InternationalAssociated with Flex Tio

    • English Teacher | Guest Speaker

      Issued by ことばの広場　３丁目　Kotoba no Hiroba San Chome on Feb 2012
      ことばの広場　３丁目　Kotoba no Hiroba San ChomeAssociated with Flex Tio