In a momentous stride toward educational excellence, Teach, Innovate, Guide, Experience, Execute, and Reflect (TIGEE-R) pedagogy has been honored with the prestigious Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus Teaching Excellence Award of 2023. TIGEE-R pedagogy is a groundbreaking framework designed to invigorate the learning experience. This transformative methodology has not only captivated the attention of peers but has also garnered acclaim for its profound impact on student engagement and achievement.

The rigorous criteria for the Swinburne University Teaching Excellence Award, aligned with the esteemed Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT), underscore TIGEE-R’s exemplary contributions to the educational landscape. Through meticulous citation and unparalleled dedication to fostering academic growth, TIGEE-R has emerged as a beacon of inspiration within the academic community.

As the recipient of this esteemed accolade, TIGEE-R continues to illuminate the path forward, inspiring fellow educators to embrace innovation and reimagine the possibilities within the realm of teaching and learning. This triumph not only celebrates past achievements but also heralds a future brimming with promise and potential, where excellence knows no bounds.

We are thrilled to unveil a groundbreaking milestone: the revolutionary TIGEE-R framework has taken center stage as it was presented to none other than Dato’ Haji Mohammad Yusof bin Apdal, the esteemed Deputy Minister of Higher Education Malaysia. This remarkable event, which took place on the 24th of August, 2023, at InTEX23, was witnessed by an illustrious audience including the senior management team from UNIMAS.

At the heart of this momentous occasion lies the core of innovation in education—the TIGEE-R framework. This visionary framework, which stands for Teach, Innovate, Guide, Experience, Execute, Guide, and Reflect, marks a paradigm shift in the educational landscape. With every element thoughtfully woven together, this pedagogical breakthrough transcends the confines of tradition, ushering in an environment where both educators and learners not only succeed but truly flourish.

The TIGEE-R framework represents more than just a teaching method; it embodies a transformative journey that encapsulates the very essence of modern education. By seamlessly integrating these vital pillars, it cultivates an atmosphere where knowledge isn’t just imparted but is also experienced and absorbed. It empowers educators to become facilitators of innovation and guides learners to become architects of their intellectual growth.

As we celebrate this moment of recognition, we are reminded that the TIGEE-R framework is more than a concept—it’s a catalyst for change, a beacon illuminating the path toward a brighter, more effective era of education in the 21st century.

We are thrilled to announce that the groundbreaking TIGEE-R framework has been honored with the esteemed InTEX Gold Award for 2023. This prestigious recognition celebrates the remarkable invention of Teach, Innovate, Guide, Experience, Execute, Guide, and Reflect – a comprehensive approach that is reshaping the landscape of education.

At the heart of the TIGEE-R Pedagogy lies a transformative framework that encapsulates the essence of modern teaching and learning. Through the deliberate integration of key elements, this pedagogical innovation transcends traditional methods and fosters an environment where both educators and learners thrive.

On August 22nd, 2023, an event took place as Dr. Jee Teck Weng, the founder of TIGEE-R from Swinburne University Sarawak gave a talk on the topic “SPINE Education” for a group of audience consisting of academics and students from Universitas Tanjungpura, Indonesia.

Dr. Jee Teck Weng took the participants on a captivating intellectual journey, unraveling the very essence of SPINE education and its profound impact on the landscape of Work-Integrated-Learning (WIL). Dr. Jee adeptly navigated the audience through the foundational principles of SPINE education and WIL, shedding light on its pivotal role in shaping the modern educational paradigm.

One of the highlights of the talk was the illumination of the symbiotic relationship between SPINE and WIL, demonstrating how these two pillars converge to create a holistic educational experience. Dr. Jee showcased his brainchild, the TIGEE-R framework, which seamlessly integrates SPINE and WIL, offering a comprehensive model for elevating higher education.

The scope of the talk extended beyond the mere transmission of knowledge; it was a transformative experience that immersed the participants in the intricate interplay of SPINE education and WIL. Dr. Jee Teck Weng then further leads the attendees through an intellectual odyssey that unveiled the untapped potential of the TIGEE-R framework. This framework, encapsulating the elements of Teach, Innovate, Guide, Experience, Execute, and Reflect, resonated deeply with the audience as a paradigm shift in the higher education landscape and methodologies.

The resounding success of the event was underscored by the impressive turnout of more than 80 participants, each an eager explorer on the voyage of knowledge. Dr. Jee’s captivating exposition began with a meticulous dissection of the TIGEE-R model, a synthesis of pedagogy components and innovative thinking. The model’s far-reaching influence on advancing business research education was unveiled, leaving an indelible mark on the audience.

As the enlightening discourse culminated, the participants departed not only with enriched knowledge but also with a personalized comprehension of SPINE and WIL, intricately intertwined with the narrative of TIGEE-R. Armed with these newfound insights, they stand poised to embark on a transformative journey towards educational excellence, wielding their understanding to sculpt the future of 21st-century education. Dr. Jee Teck Weng’s talk acted as a compass, guiding these education enthusiasts toward uncharted territories of learning innovation and pedagogical brilliance.