In the rapidly evolving landscape of 21st century tertiary education, the traditional teacherstudent dynamic is undergoing a transformative shift. Recognizing the need for innovative pedagogical approaches to better engage students and enhance learning outcomes, we are proposing a framework that regards ‘technological integration’, ‘interdisciplinary collaboration’,
‘multi-modal assessment’, and ‘Student-Staff partnership’ as the pillars for building up a pedagogy that can fit with students of the contemporary era. Drawing on extensive frontline teaching experience of educational practices in Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the TIMS framework advocates for a collaborative educational approach where students and faculty cocreate learning experiences, thereby rethinking traditional pedagogies to align with the demands of a digital era. Using the empirical data from the students, the talk demonstrates how immersive technologies can be effectively implemented through these partnerships to enrich learning environments and outcomes. The results highlight the efficacy of such collaborations in increasing student engagement, critical thinking, and understanding of complex subjects across various disciplines. The benefits are particularly evident in the improved retention rates and deeper comprehension of course material, as substantiated by data from surveys and interviews conducted in recent academic terms. By aligning technology with pedagogical and content knowledge, as advocated by existing models like SAMR and TPACK, TIMS supports the transition from augmenting traditional teaching methods to creating novel, transformative educational tasks that were previously unfeasible. In this sense, the TIMS framework provides a comprehensive roadmap for institutions to navigate the complexities of implementing and sustaining effective leaning and teaching activities. The conclusion posits that robust student-staff partnerships are crucial for the scalability and sustainability of educational innovations. These partnerships not only ensure that the deployment of technology aligns with educational objectives but also promote an adaptive learning environment where continuous feedback and iterative design enhance the relevance and impact of educational technologies. Thus, the TIMS framework represents a strategic approach to integrating cutting-edge technologies within tertiary education, emphasizing the critical role of collaborative efforts in achieving pedagogical excellence and preparing students for a dynamic, digital world.

Speaker: Rodney Chu

Published in: Canada International Conference on Education, 2024

• Date of Conference: 23-25 July, 2024
• DOI: 10.20533/CICE.2024.0005
• Electronic ISBN: 978-1-913572-65-5
• Conference Location: Toronto Metropolitan University, Toronto, Canada