Institute for Adult Learning Singapore

📝“How did I get this grade?” Sound familiar?

A rubric eliminates guesswork in assessment. It’s a scoring guide that clearly defines what good work looks like at every level.

Swipe to discover how rubrics transform both assessment and learning.

What does skills-first hiring look like in practice for SMEs?

Continuing the Hello Future series by Workforce Singapore - WSG , IAL collaborated with WSG on this video featuring Mr Edwin Tan, Director of the Centre for Skills-First Practices (CSFP) at IAL. He shares perspectives on how SMEs can approach the shift towards skills-first hiring in an incremental and strategic manner, including looking beyond qualifications to help tap into skills within their existing workforce.

Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYh7Hc896kw

Hello Future - What SME Bosses Need To Know About Skills-First Hiring Ever wondered what skills-first hiring actually means? And how it applies to your business? 🔥 Edwin is here to answer all your burning questions.In this vid...

How can applied research strengthen workforce development and lifelong learning in Singapore?

The Workforce Development Applied Research Fund (WDARF), a national-level research fund set up by the SkillsFuture SG (SSG) and administrated by IAL, is now open for Expression of Interest from 2 June – 13 July 2026.

WDARF aims to foster high-quality and rigorous applied research in skills, workforce development, and lifelong learning to support SSG’s key thrusts and national-level policies. It encourages interdisciplinary research and strengthens research capabilities by leveraging both local and international expertise.

The call is open to researchers from Singapore’s Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs). Foreign institutions and researchers may also participate through collaboration with a Singapore-based institution.

Learn more and submit your Expression of Interest here: https://tinyurl.com/WDARF-Grant

True or False: Singapore’s workforce learns equally, and outcomes depend mainly on individual effort.

Conventional wisdom tells us one thing, but the data from our latest Skills and Learning Survey (SLS) 2 tells a more nuanced story. It reveals that more than people’s willingness to learn, what really shapes capability growth is how jobs are designed to let learning happen.

Swipe through to test what you think you know about skills, learning, and work in Singapore.

Read the full research here: https://tinyurl.com/Skills-Pathways-Deep-Learning

Scaling a heritage brand is often less about increasing production and more about reimagining human potential.

With just 10 people, Rumah Kim Choo crafts handmade Peranakan kebayas and cultural products. When demand surged, they focused on scaling their staff, transforming retail staff into cultural ambassadors, storytellers, and artisans. This shift proves small teams can build big capabilities through workplace learning.

Rumah Kim Choo was among 28 organisations recognised at the Learning Enterprise Alliance (LEA) Awards 2026. Themed "Navigating Tomorrow Together," the ceremony celebrated a network of over 180 members committed to turning human capital into a sustained competitive edge through strategic collaboration.

Read the full article on LEA Awards 2026: https://tinyurl.com/Inside-LEA-Awards

Is your organisation “skills-first”?

Real talk: A tertiary education doesn’t always tell you if someone can actually do the work they were hired to do. Moving beyond traditional job hierarchies will need a fundamental rethink of how we value our employees’ potential.

The Centre for Skills-First Practices (CSFP) Working Paper 3, “Skills-First: What Does It Mean for my Organisation?” deep-dives into why the world’s most resilient companies are moving past job titles and looking at what people can actually do.

Think of skills as your business’s real currency. Are you spending yours wisely or just following an old script? Swipe through to test your “Skills-First” knowledge and see if your strategy is ready for the future of work.

Catch the full breakdown of the CSFP Working Paper 3 here:
https://tinyurl.com/CSFP-Working-Paper-3

Yesterday, we brought together researchers, employers, and workforce leaders at the Adult Learning Collaboratory (ALC) Symposium to address a critical question: After the training ends, are workers actually using AI in ways that improve how work gets done?

Opened by Mr Tan Kok Yam, Chairman of IAL Council and Chief Executive of SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), the symposium explored the theme "Workforce Preparedness for an AI Age" to share findings from ALC's experimental efforts. This was followed by a special address by Mr Yip Hon Weng, Director of Organisation & People (Ecosystem Workforce Resilience) of Temasek, who spoke about the growing importance of AI fluency in driving meaningful impact across organisations. Assoc Prof (Practice) Terence Ho, Executive Director of IAL shared further insights on Singapore’s workforce transformation landscape, drawing from recent findings and trends shaping the adult learning.

Participants also explored industry showcases by the ALC, including Domain+ and Future-Oriented Pedagogies (FOP), alongside perspectives from industry partners. The symposium concluded with deep dive sessions, where participants engaged in further discussions and gained deeper understanding of the initiatives and research presented.

We thank everyone who contributed to these meaningful discussions and shared insights on shaping the future of work. Swipe to catch the event highlights. 👉

How do you know if you're digitally ready to teach in an AI-enabled world?

IAL has launched AE Digital & AI Proficiency Taxonomy (ADAPT), Singapore's first national taxonomy defining digital and AI proficiencies specifically for adult educators. It's a self-assessment tool, a progression pathway, and a common language for the Training and Adult Education sector. Whether you're building foundational skills or leading digital innovation, ADAPT helps you identify where you are and where you need to grow. Swipe to see how it works. 👉

Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/IAL-ADAPT

In an AI-driven economy, adult educators (AEs) help workers stay employable. But to do that well, they must keep growing too — just like the workforce they train.

The Training and Adult Educator Professional Pathway (TAEPP) is Singapore’s framework for professionalising the craft of adult education. Through sustained development, TAEPP ensures AEs model the continuous learning they inspire in others.

Over 9,000 AEs have registered. Swipe to see what’s driving the shift. 👉

Find out more:
https://tinyurl.com/TAEPP-Coding-The-Human-Edge

How can SMEs navigate workforce transformation while staying resilient and future-ready?

As part of the Hello Future series by Workforce Singapore - WSG, IAL collaborated with WSG on this case study featuring insights from Assoc Prof Renee Tan, Assistant Executive Director and Director of Research at IAL, on workforce transformation, workplace learning and skills development for SMEs navigating change.

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/WSG-Hello-Future-Renee-Tan

WSG | 5 Common Workforce Transformation Pitfalls SMEs Must Avoid | Business Guide Discover the top 5 workforce transformation mistakes that trip up small and medium enterprises. Learn how SMEs can successfully navigate digital change and avoid costly pitfalls in their transformation journey.