TIC 2010
   
 
  Main Sponsor
CENGAGE Learning
 
  Sponsors
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   FAQs
 
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
 
1.   What are the objectives of the TARC International Conference (TIC) 2010?
   
  • Establish a platform to share research findings focusing on emerging trends and issues pertaining to methodologies and strategies in learning, teaching and assessment.
  • Discuss the use of technology and its impact on learning, teaching and assessment environments at higher education institutions.
  • Promote collaboration, discussion and sharing of knowledge, experience and expertise on development in learning, teaching and assessment.
  • Share best practices in teaching, learning, assessment and institutional policies and governance in higher education.
     
     
2.   When and where is the TIC 2010 to be held?
    The international conference is to be held from 18 - 19 October 2010 at One World Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
     
     
3.   Is there a website for TIC 2010?
    Yes, and the website is http://www.tarc.edu.my/tic2010.htm
     
     
4.   Who is the conference organiser?
    TAR College is the conference organiser of the TIC 2010, with the support of nine (9) conference partners, namely:
   
  • Asia e University, Malaysia
  • Edinburgh Napier University, UK
  • Liverpool John Moores University, UK
  • Manchester Metropolitan University, UK
  • Open University Malaysia
  • Queen’s University of Belfast
  • Sheffield Hallam University, UK
  • University of Teesside, UK
  • Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia
     
     
5.   What are the theme and sub themes covered in TIC 2010?
    The theme of the Learning and Teaching Conference is “Emerging Trends in Higher Education Learning and Teaching”.
     
    The 3 sub themes with topics are as follows:
     
    Sub-theme: Methodologies and Strategies in Learning, Teaching and Assessment
   
  • Affective Learning
  • Outcome-based Education
  • Learning Assessment and Evaluation
  • Learner Centred Strategies
  • Active Learning
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Development
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Embedding Soft Skills in Curriculum Development
  • Engaging The Multiple Intelligences
     
     
    Sub-theme: Technology and Its Impact on Learning, Teaching and Assessment Environments
   
  • Online Learning and its Impacts
  • Gaming, Simulation and Virtual Worlds
  • Digital Content Creation, Preservation and Delivery
  • Information Literacy Support for Teaching, Learning and Assessment
  • Web Technologies
  • Future Trends and Globalization
  • Social Networking and Interactive, Participatory Applications and Services
  • Distance Learning
  • E-Learning Strategies
  • E-Library and Learning Resources
  • Learners Diversity, Inclusiveness and Inequality
  • Technology and the Learning Environment
  • Supporting Students Experience
  • Mobile Learning
     
     
    Sub-theme: Institutional Policies and Professional Development
   
  • Enhancing Human Capital Quality
  • Lifelong Learning Strategies
  • Faculty Development and Support
  • Strategic Alliances, Collaborations and Partnerships
  • Institutional Audit and Quality Assurance
  • Academia-Industry Collaboration
  • Enhancing and Integrating Employability
  • Institutional Performance
  • Academia Intellectual Property Rights
     
     
6.   As presenters, when shall we submit the papers?
    There are a few important dates to remember:
   
  • 1st Call for Papers : 1 August 2009
  • 2nd Call for Papers :     1 October 2009
  • 3rd Call for Papers : 1 December 2009
  • Dealine for full paper submission : 1 February 2010
  • Deadline for poster and workshop proposals : 1 February 2010
  • Notification of Acceptance : 15 May 2010
  • Deadline for final papers : 15 June 2010
     
     
7.   How is the presentation format?
   

Type of Presentation

Time Allocation

Brief Specification

Paper
25 minutes
Presenters are expected to spend 20 minutes on their presentations and allocate the last 5 minutes for discussions with participants
Poster
On-going during the entire conference
All poster presenters are expected to be present at their posters during the breaks
Workshop
1 Hour
 
     
     
8.   When do we register for the Conference?
   
  • Early bird registration :            before 31 May 2010
  • Normal registration     :            after 31 May 2010
  • Registration closing date :     10 August 2010
     
     
9.   How do I qualify for early bird and student registration?
   
  • To qualify for the early bird registration, the Conference Secretariat (Registration) must receive your registration form together with full payment before 31 May 2010. Any registration or payment received after 31 May 2010 will be processed at the normal registration rate.
  • For student registration, please remember to submit a letter from your institution confirming your student status
     
     
10.   Do you offer group discount?
    Yes. The group discount rate only applies for registration of 3 or more participants from the same institution.
     
     
11.   Where can we obtain the registration form?
    Click here for Conference Registration Form.
     
     
12.   How much is the registration fee?
   
  • Registration before 31 May 2010:
    RM700/= or USD240/= or GBP150/= per participant
   
  • Registration after 31 May 2010:
    RM800/= or USD270/= or GBP170/= per participant
   
  • Group rate (3 or more participants):
    RM700/= or USD240/= or GBP150/= per participant
   
  • Student (confirmation letter on student status is required):
    RM450/= or USD160/= or GBP100/= per participant
     
     
13.   What is the payment method?
    All cheque/bankdraft to be made in favour of ‘TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN COLLEGE’. Please state the participant(s) name and “TIC 2010” at the back of cheque and send together with the completed registration form to:
     
    The Conference Secretariat (Registration)
TARC International Conference on Learning and Teaching 2010
Tunku Abdul Rahman College
P.O. Box 10979, 50932 Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
     
     
14.   Is payment via e-banking acceptable?
    Participants may bank-in the conference fees into our Public Bank account. Kindly refer to item 29 for bank account details.
     
     
15.   How do we know that our registration has been confirmed by the Conference Secretariat (Registration)?
    The confirmation of registration is only upon full payment of the registration fee. The Conference Secretariat (Registration) will notify the registrants on the registration confirmation by email, fax or post according to the details provided in the registration form. If you do not receive the registration confirmation two weeks after submitting your registration form and payment, please contact the Conference Secretariat (Registration).
     
     
16.   If I cannot attend the TIC 2010, can I cancel the registration?
    There is no refund for cancellation of registration. If you are unable to attend the conference, please submit the replacement name and contact detail in writing at least 5 working days prior to the conference via fax, email or post to the Conference Secretariat (Registration).
     
     
17.   What is included in the registration fee?
    A Conference participant will receive:
   
  • A conference bag designed to hold your conference materials
  • Conference handouts
  • 2 teas and 1 lunch per day during the 2-day conference
  • A certificate of attendance
     
18   How can I inform of my special physical/dietary needs?
    Simply indicate your dietary needs in the registration form. If you have additional physical or dietary needs, please inform us via fax or email and we will try to accommodate your request.
     
     
19.   What is the appropriate attire during the conference?
    The dress code is office attire.
     
     
20.   Does the registration fee cover accommodation as well?
    No, the registration fee does not cover accommodation.
     
     
21.   Where shall I stay?
    You may book to stay at the One World Hotel which is also the venue for the International Conference or The Royale Bintang Damansara which is just a 10-minutes drive from the Conference venue. You can obtain information on the hotels by visiting its website:  www.oneworldhotel.com.my and www.royalebintang.com.my.
     
     
22.  
Is the One World Hotel and The Royale Bintang Damansara offering a special conference room rate? How do I make a reservation?
   

The following discounted room rates have been arranged for conference participants:

     
   

One World Hotel, Malaysia        

   
Room Category Room Rate
Superior
RM350.00++ inclusive 2 breakfasts
Deluxe
RM375.00++ inclusive 2 breakfasts
Executive Deluxe
RM425.00++ inclusive 2 breakfasts
     
   

The Royale Bintang Damansara, Malaysia        

   

Room Category

Room Rate

Superior Queen

RM250.00++ inclusive 2 breakfasts

Deluxe Queen

RM285.00++ inclusive 2 breakfasts

Studio Deluxe Twin

RM340.00++ inclusive 2 breakfasts

Family Suite

RM430.00++ inclusive 3 breakfasts

     
    Click here for Room Reservation Form for One World Hotel and Room Reservation Form for The Royale Bintang Damansara.              
     
23.   Is there wireless internet access in the hotel?
   

Wired Internet access is available in each room. Please check with the hotel for details on rates.

     
     
24.   What are the check-in and check-out times for the One World Hotel?
   

One World Hotel

The Royale Bintang Damansara

Check-in time   : 3.00pm
Check-out time :12.00pm

Check-in time   : 2.00pm
Check-out time :12.00pm

     
     
25.   How much is the car park rate for One World Hotel?
    A flat rate of RM5.00 per entry for functions held at One World Hotel.
     
     
26.   What type of transportation is available from the KLIA Airport/ LCCT (Low Cost Carrier Terminal) to the Hotel?
   

A) Limousine Services provided by One World Hotel (kindly contact One World Hotel for bookings)

   
  • RM240.00 per trip (from KLIA to One World Hotel or vice versa)
  • RM280.00 per trip (from LCCT to One World Hotel or vice versa)
     
    Click here for other mode of transportation.
     
   

B) Estimated Taxi Fares from LCCT to One World Hotel:

   

RM 73.90 (Budget); RM101.70 (Premiere) and RM199.40 (Family)

     
   

Kindly click www.lcct.com.my for more information.

     
     
27.   What is the weather like in Malaysia?
    Malaysia has a tropical climate with many sunny days. The Malaysian temperature ranges from 250C to 330C throughout the year.
     
   

There are two monsoon seasons, April to October and October to February, which bring intermittent, moderate rainfall. Relative humidity is high all year round.

     
     
28.   Can you provide details for Telegraphic Transfer?
   

The details of the TT Transfer are as follows:

   
Name of account:   KOLEJ TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN
Name of Bank:      Public Bank Berhad
Address:   Taman Melawati Branch
262-265, Jalan Bandar 12
Taman Melawati
53100 Kuala Lumpur
Swift code:     PBBEMYKL
Bank account no.:   3087-5759-29
     
   

Please send the TT Transfer slip / receipt to the Conference Secretariat (Registration) for verification and record.

     
     
29.   Is this international conference HRDF/PSMB claimable?
    The conference is claimable under the SBL Scheme.
     
     
30.   What is the address and contact details of the Conference Secretariat (Registration)?
    The Conference Secretariat (Registration)
TARC International Conference on Learning & Teaching
Tunku Abdul Rahman College
P.O. Box 10979
50932 Kuala Lumpur
     
    Tel:     603-4149 9164
Fax:    603-4149 9253
h/p:     6012-934 8942
Email: tic2010reg@mail.tarc.edu.my
     
    The information is accurate at time of posting: 23 August 2010
     
 
 
 
     
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