Reshaping the curriculum for academy in factory in Malaysia
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-1-2023
Abstract
Academy in Factory (AiF) was recently introduced in Malaysia to cater to the talent development and education attainment for a future-ready workforce. Though ideally expected to be an effective initiative, a lack of a strong curriculum framework hinders its implementation. To date the literature on AiF is very limited. It was found that its vague definition and characteristics, non-harmonised interaction between industry and academia, and non-existing curriculum framework are among contributing factors to its ineffective implementation. Thus, this study is aimed at reshaping a curriculum framework that is responsive to its aims and objectives. Building upon an extensive review of literature on AiF, industry-based curriculum, employability and human capital development, and best practices in the international context, the proposed framework is hoped to serve as a reference to improve its current practice.
Keywords
Learning factory, Teaching factory, Academy in factory, Industry-based curriculum, Employability skills
Divisions
Education
Funders
Geran Galakan Penyelidik Muda,GPM-2021-013
Publication Title
Frontiers in Psychology
Volume
14
Publisher
Frontiers Media
Publisher Location
AVENUE DU TRIBUNAL FEDERAL 34, LAUSANNE, CH-1015, SWITZERLAND