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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the objectives of the TARC International Conference (TIC) 2013?
   
  The objectives of this conference are to promote collaborations, discussion and sharing of knowledge, experience and expertise on:
   
 
  • innovative methodologies and strategies in learning, teaching and assessments
  • digital learning and teaching eco-system
  • effects of globalisation on institutional policies and professional development
   
2. When and where is the TIC 2013 to be held?
  The international conference is to be held from 21 - 22 October 2013 at Tunku Abdul Rahman University College Main Campus, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
   
3. Is there a website for TIC 2013?
  Yes, and the website is http://www.tarc.edu.my/tic2013.htm
   
4. Who is the conference organiser?
  TAR University College is the conference organiser of the TIC 2013, with the support of twelve (12) conference partners, namely:
 
- Asia e University, Malaysia
- Birmingham City University, UK
- Coventry University, UK
- Edinburgh Napier University, UK
- Liverpool John Moores University, UK
- University College Birmingham, UK
- Queensland University of Technology, Australia
- University of South Australia, Australia
- Lincoln University, New Zealand
- Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia
- Teesside University, UK
- Sheffield Hallam University, UK
   
5. What are the theme and sub themes covered in TIC 2013?
  The theme of the Learning and Teaching Conference is "Innovation And Transformation in Learning And Teaching".
   
  The 3 sub themes with topics are as follows:
   
  Sub-theme: Digital Learning and Teaching Eco-System
   
 
  • Learning apps
  • Assessments in digital learning environments
  • Web 2.0 tools and beyond
  • Hybrid/Blended learning
  • Technology supported education
  • Learning management systems
  • Digital learning environments and communities
  • Net geners or “digital natives”
  • Digital literacies
  • Virtual learning environments and technology
  • Social portals and learning environments
  • Assistive and remedial technologies
  • Digital learning resources and learning clouds
  • Any paper on other relevant areas are acceptable
   
  Sub-theme: Methodologies and Strategies in Learning, Teaching and Assessments
   
 
  • Personalised learning
  • Innovative student engagement
  • Socio-collaborative and cooperative learning
  • Alternative and diversified learning spaces
  • Learners diversity, inclusiveness and inequality
  • Immersive learning
  • Engaging the multiple intelligences
  • Affective learning
  • Active learning
  • Brain compatibility and teaching the way the brain learns
  • Argumentative learning
  • Dialogic learning
  • Any paper on other relevant areas are acceptable
   
  Sub-theme: Effects of Globalisation on Institutional Policies and Professional Development
   
 
  • Student satisfaction and experience
  • Internationalisation of education
  • Strategic alliances, collaborations and partnerships
  • Institutional audits and quality assurances
  • Enhancing and integrating employability
  • Academia intellectual property rights
  • Inclusive tertiary education experience
  • Lifelong learning and societal entrepreneurship
  • Academia freedom, autonomy and accountability
  • Knowledge alliances in education and training
  • Quality and accreditation systems
  • Competency and qualification frameworks
  • Curricular reform and modernisation
  • Innovating vocational and professional education
  • Any paper on other relevant areas are acceptable
   
6. As presenters, when shall we submit the papers?
  There are a few important dates to remember:
 
- 1st Call for Papers : 1 August 2012
- 2nd Call for Papers : 1 October 2012
- 3rd Call for Papers : 1 December 2012
- Deadline for full paper submission : 31 March 2013
- Deadline for poster and workshop proposals : 31 March 2013
- Notification of Acceptance : 15 May 2013
- Deadline for final papers : 15 June 2013
   
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 30 June 2013
- Normal registration : after 30 June 2013
- Registration closing date : 20 September 2013
   
9. How do we register for the Conference?
  Click here to submit your registration online http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/tic/register/t_formreg.asp or you may click here download the registration form http://web3.tarc.edu.my/v1/tic/images/Reg form 2013.pdf
   
10. 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 30 June 2013. Any registration or payment received after 30 June 2013 will be processed at the normal registration rate.
- For student registration, please remember to submit a letter from your institution confirming your student status
   
11. Do you offer group discount?
  Yes. The group discount rate only applies for registration of 3 or more participants from the same institution.
   
12. How much is the registration fee?
 
- Registration before 30 June 2013:
RM500/= or USD190/= or GBP120/= per participant
- Registration after 30 June 2013:
RM550/= or USD210/= or GBP140/= per participant
- Group rate (3 or more participants):
RM500/= or USD190/= or GBP120/= per participant
- Student (confirmation letter on student status is required):
RM500/= or USD190/= or GBP120/= per participant
   
13. What is the payment method?
  You may pay the Conference fees via cheque / bankdraft or credit card.

All cheque / bankdraft to be made in favour of 'TUNKU ABDUL RAHMAN COLLEGE'. Please state the participant(s) name and "TIC 2013" at the back of cheque and send together with the completed registration form to the Conference Secretariat.

For payment via credit card, kindly download the registration form and send the completed registration form together with the credit card details to the Conference Secretariat.
   
14. Is payment via e-banking acceptable?
  Participants may bank-in the conference fees into our Public Bank account. Kindly refer to item 26 for bank account details.
   
15. How do we know that our registration has been confirmed by the Conference Secretariat?
  The confirmation of registration is only upon full payment of the registration fee. The Conference Secretariat 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.
   
16. If I cannot attend the TIC 2013, 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.
   

17.

What is included in the registration fee?
  A Conference participant will receive:
 
- A conference bag/folder 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. What are the hotels located near TARC University College ?
 
a) Grand Seasons Hotel http://www.grandseasonshotel.com
b) Sunway Putra Hotel http://putra.sunwayhotels.com/
c) DoubleTree Hotel Kuala Lumpur http://doubletree3.hilton.com/
d) Dynasty Hotel http://www.dynasty.com.my/
   
22. What is the public transportation available near TARC University College?
 
a) Taman Melati Putra LRT Station
b) Wangsa Maju Putra LRT Station
c) Bus Service – Rapid KL U24 & T312
d) Taxi Service
   
23. What type of transportation is available from the KLIA Airport/ LCCT (Low Cost Carrier Terminal) to the TARC University College?
 
a) Taxi Services
Estimated Taxi Fares from LCCT to TARC University College, Jalan Genting Kelang, Setapak is RM 84.30 (Budget); RM118.70 (Premiere) and RM233.50 (Family)
Estimated Taxi Fares from KLIA to TARC University College, Jalan Genting Kelang, Setapak is RM84.30.
   
b) KLIA Express Rail (ERL) and Taxi Services
Board the KLIA Express Rail (ERL) from KLIA to KL Sentral. Fare from KLIA to KL Sentral is RM35 (single trip). Take a taxi at KL Sentral to TARC University College, Jalan Genting Kelang, Setapak. Estimated fare from KL Sentral to TAR College is RM16 per trip.
   
c) KLIA Express Rail; Rapid KL LRT (Kelana Jaya Line) and Taxi Services
Board KLIA Express Rail (ERL) from KLIA to KL Sentral. Fare from KLIA to KL Sentral is RM35 (single trip). Board the Rapid KL LRT (Kelana Jaya Line) at KL Sentral to Wangsa Maju LRT station. Fare from KL Sentral to Wangsa Maju station is RM 2.30. Take a taxi from Wangsa Maju LRT station to TARC University College. Estimated fare from LRT station to TARC University College is RM8.
Kindly click http://www.kliaekspres.com/erlsb/default.aspx; www.klsentral.com.my; www.rapidkl.com.my for more information.
   
24. What is the GPS Coordinate at TARC University College?
  3.214903, 101.728367
   
25. 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.
   
26. 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.
   
27. Is this international conference HRDF/PSMB claimable?
  The conference is claimable under the SBL Scheme.
   
28. What is the address and contact details of the Conference Secretariat?
 

The Conference Secretariat
TARC International Conference on Learning & Teaching 2013
Tunku Abdul Rahman University College
P.O. Box 10979
50932 Kuala Lumpur

   
 

Tel:     +603-4145 0170 / +603-4145 0123 ext 447/212
Fax:    +603-4149 9253
h/p:     +6012-396 4948
Email: tic2013reg@mail.tarc.edu.my

   
 

The information is accurate at time of posting: 2 August 2013