This course introduces students to the structure and operation of Malaysia’s gas pipeline network, which links gas production facilities to coastal processing and storage units (upstream and midstream) before distributing ...
Simulation classes at UMS have taken a bold step forward by moving beyond
traditional button-clicking exercises into a truly engaging learning experience.
Through an immersive blended approach, students combine the best ...
This article presents a practical Outcome-Based Education (OBE) strategy
that requires students to achieve a minimum 50% score on a formative quiz
before progressing to the next chapter. By setting a mastery threshold, ...
Teach It to Learn It: The Power of Peer Teaching in Engineering
Classrooms explores how peer teaching enhances learning outcomes
and professional skills in engineering education. By shifting students into
teaching roles, ...
This article explores the integration of blended cooperative learning in a
chemical engineering process simulation class using Aspen HYSYS. By
combining asynchronous online modules with active, team-based in-class
activities, ...
In recent years, engineering education has witnessed a significant
transformation, shifting away from traditional lecture-driven approaches
toward more dynamic, student-centered pedagogies. At Universiti Malaysia
Sabah ...
In today’s Chemical Engineering education, fostering deep understanding
while maintaining student engagement is a significant challenge, especially
in technical courses like Process Simulation, which often rely heavily ...
In the era of rapid technological change, engineering education must go
beyond technical competence to nurture ethical, responsible, and value driven engineers. Through the Value-Based Education (VBE) approach, UMS ALIEN ...
Effective teaching and learning planning has become a cornerstone of successful
education, especially in fields like engineering, where students must bridge the gap
between theoretical knowledge and practical application. ...
The Index of Learning Styles (ILS), developed by Dr. Richard Felder and Dr.
Linda Silverman, identifies four dimensions of learning: Active vs. Reflective,
Sensing vs. Intuitive, Visual vs. Verbal, and Sequential vs. ...
The Collaborative Teaching Notes approach is an innovative cooperative
learning strategy designed to address complex engineering problems
effectively. By integrating individual effort, teamwork, and peer learning, ...
UMS-ALIEN: The Evolution of Active Learning in Engineering Education
From November 2024 to September 2025, the Faculty of Engineering at
Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) has been at the forefront of reimagining
engineering ...
The Bookend Approach enhances engagement in large lectures by dividing
sessions into structured segments. It alternates brief instruction with group
discussions, starting with attendance and preparation, followed by ...
In-Class Exercises (ICE) are revolutionizing engineering education by fostering
active learning, critical thinking, and teamwork among students. At Universiti
Malaysia Sabah, the KC32603 Process Simulation and Integration ...
UMS-ALIEN (Active Learning in Engineering Education) is an innovative framework
developed by Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) to transform engineering education. It
introduces a progressive, 10-level hierarchy that ...
The SOLO (Structure of the Observed Learning Outcome) taxonomy is a model that categorizes levels of learning complexity, helping educators assess students' understanding and mastery of a topic. Developed by Biggs and ...
Traditional engineering education methods often rely heavily on lecture-based teaching, where instructors deliver content, and students passively receive information. While this approach can efficiently cover theoretical ...
The SOLO (Structure of the Observed Learning Outcome) taxonomy is a model that describes levels of increasing complexity in students' understanding, moving from surface to deep learning. It categorizes learning into five ...