Our Research

Here at IAL, our Research Division aims to provide a strong knowledge base for the development of practice in CET.

Our Research

As an institute that champions excellence in Continuing Education and Training, IAL undertakes research projects that examine the various aspects of adult learning and development. The data we gather and the results we analyse enable us to further the advancement of the CET sector in Singapore, and inform policy making and decisions.

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Ongoing | 2021

Business, Performance and Skills Survey, Wave 2 (BPSS W2)

Simon Freebody, Prof Johnny Sung, Jazreel Tan, Sheng Yee Zher

This project aims to investigate the demand side of the skills market in Singapore by surveying commercial establishments on their business strategies, skills utilisation and performance. Understanding the links between strategy, skills and performance will aid Singaporean policy makers in building an effective skills strategy for the future. Importantly, as the second wave of the Business, Performance and Skills Survey, this study will provide a sense of the changing landscape in Singapore regarding skills utilisation and the demand for skills.

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Completed | 2021

The Adult Learners’ Perception of Online Learning Due to COVID 19

Sheng Yee Zher, Tan Bao Zhen, Siti Nur Sabrina Binte Hardy and Dr Helen Bound

This is a mixed methods study conducted from September 2020 to February 2021. It aims to investigate Singapore adult learners’ experiences with transitioning to full online learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Completed | 2021

The Adult Learners’ Perception of Online Learning Due to COVID 19

Sheng Yee Zher, Tan Bao Zhen, Siti Nur Sabrina Binte Hardy and Dr Helen Bound

This is a mixed methods study conducted from September 2020 to February 2021. It aims to investigate Singapore adult learners’ experiences with transitioning to full online learning as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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