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APU Educators Win Gold for Virtual Reality Innovation at IVIC 2024
Five academic staff members from Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) have been honoured for their exceptional innovation, winning the prestigious Gold Award at the International Inter Varsity Innovation Challenge (IVIC) 2024:
- Ir Eur Ing Ts Dr Harvin Kaur Gurchran Singh (Assistant Professor, School of Engineering at APU)
- Dr Meera Eeswaran (Senior Lecturer, School of Mathematics, Actuarial and Quantitative Studies at APU)
- Ms Ong Yu Yan (Lecturer, School of Accounting and Finance at APU)
- Ms Vaneetha Sagadevan (Lecturer, School of Marketing and Management at APU)
- Ts Jonathan JS Kovilpillai (Senior Lecturer, Digital Learning Hub at APU)
This recognition celebrates their project, “STEM Power Up: A scaled-up Pedagogy in empowering Educators using the Virtual Reality Oil and Gas Platform walkthrough.”
Their project leverages cutting-edge virtual reality technology to create an immersive walkthrough of an oil and gas platform.
By simulating real-world scenarios, their project empowers educators to deliver complex technical concepts in a more interactive and impactful manner, fostering deeper learning and understanding among students.
On top of that, their innovative project stood out among over 150 international participants, showcasing exceptional creativity, dedication, and commitment to transforming education.
Their victory is not only a recognition of their exceptional work but also a reflection of APU’s commitment to nurturing creative problem-solvers equipped with cutting-edge skills to address global challenges.