Yogyakarta, August 14, 2023 – In the midst of the era of globalization and rapid changes in various sectors, steps forward in inter -state education cooperation have been taken by PGRI University Yogyakarta (UPY) and Universiti Sultan Idris Education (UPSI) Malaysia. On Friday, August 4, 2023, this important momentum was reflected in the signing of the Letter of Intent (LOI) which underlined the strategic collaboration between the two institutions. This historic event was held with the presence of a number of important figures from the two universities, proving a real commitment in building strong academic synergy.
The series of events began with the signing of the loi conducted by the main leaders of each institution, including Prof. Madya. Dr. Abdul Talib bin Mohamed Hashim, a prominent academic and Dean of the Faculty of Human Development UPSI. In addition, Prof. Dr. Nordin bin Mamat, who is the Director of Center of Pedagogical Research & amp; The Innovation of the Faculty of Human Development UPSI, also became an important witness in this step. Representatives from UPY who were present also included Dr. Esti Setiawati, M.Pd Dean of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP), and Novianti Retno Utami, M.Pd, Head of the PG PAUD Study Program, in the event the PG PAUD UPY team also brought partners from educators and administrators Cianjur and PG PAUD Head of Ahmad Dahlan Yogyakarta.
This agreement highlights commitment in several important academic fields, such as academic visits, lecturer exchanges, visiting professors, and collaboration in scientific publications. With the signing of this LOI, the two universities confirmed the determination to form an inclusive and innovative educational environment, which will have a positive impact on student learning experiences in both countries.
One of the peaks of this collaboration is the delegation visit from the PG PAUD UPY study program to the UPSI campus. In addition to the signing of the LOI, the delegation also participated in an inter -nation seminar held by UPSI. Prof. Dr. Nordin bin Mamat, an expert in education, appeared as the main speaker at the seminar. The delegation also had the opportunity to visit the National Child Development Research Center (NCDRC) and explore educational facilities at UPSI, including libraries, faculties, and publishing centers.
This synergy also has a positive impact on the development of the PG PAUD UPY study program, especially in enriching the Tri Dharma of Higher Education involving education, research, and community service. The collaborative spirit was also implemented through the holding of an international seminar held by PG PAUD UPY on August 9, 2023. The seminar titled “ Steam Learning in Early Childhood ” invited international experts such as Muhammad Ikhwan Mat Saad, Ph.D. , M.Edu., B.Edu from the Sultan Idris Malaysia University CPRI team as a keynote speaker, as well as other competent speakers from various countries such as Thailand, Singapore and Indonesia.
In a challenging dynamic era, cross -border cooperation in the field of education emerged as one of the keys to success in shaping young people who were ready to face the future. Strong cooperation between Yogyakarta PGRI University and Universiti Education Sultan Idris Malaysia is a concrete example of how educational institutions can unite to create broader and in -depth learning opportunities for students, and improve education standards in both countries.