{"id":47884,"date":"2026-05-15T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/?p=47884"},"modified":"2026-05-14T16:22:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T08:22:52","slug":"disted-discourse-full-insights-volume-16-issue-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/disted-discourse-full-insights-volume-16-issue-4\/","title":{"rendered":"DISTED Discourse \u2013 Full Insights (Volume 16 Issue 4)"},"content":{"rendered":"
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Remarks from the President<\/span><\/h2><\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Dear DISTED Community,<\/p>\n

The year is racing by, and we are already in the middle of May 2026. Global uncertainties arising from geopolitical competition among superpowers, particularly in the Middle East, continue to\u00a0impact\u00a0supply chains and the cost of living worldwide. Here in Malaysia, reports on these impacts fill both social media and mainstream media. At the same time, many\u00a0post<\/span>\u2011SPM\u00a0and STPM students are facing concerns about their next steps in higher education. These factors collectively affect the emotional\u00a0well<\/span>\u2011being\u00a0of young people in Malaysia.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Last Saturday, our lecturers from the School of Psychology and the School of Business & Hospitality\u2014leaders in the field of understanding and managing emotions\u2014facilitated\u00a0a Leadership and Emotional Awareness programme at DISTED College for students from SK PCGHS. Our DISTED students from both schools also\u00a0participated\u00a0as facilitators and coaches, guiding the student leaders.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I am immensely proud of our faculty and students for their generosity in giving their time over the weekend to support young minds. Their efforts\u00a0demonstrated\u00a0the connection between academic theory and the\u00a0real<\/span>\u2011world\u00a0application of psychology in leadership, communication,\u00a0service\u00a0and people management.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

While I began this foreword by reflecting on global challenges, it is not all sobering news. We also took time to celebrate the mothers within our college community for their invaluable contributions in guiding and nurturing their \u201cchildren\u201d on campus. Happy Mother\u2019s Day.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On behalf of DISTED College, I would also like to extend our sincere appreciation to En. Ariff\u00a0Jafre\u00a0of\u00a0GoClicks\u00a0for sharing his insights on AI applications in the creative industry.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

President\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dato\u2019 Dr (h.c) Lim Si Boon<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Mothers at DISTED <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Behind lecture notes, meetings and the everyday operations of campus life are individuals who carry dual responsibilities with remarkable dedication. As educators,\u00a0administrators,\u00a0and support staff, they play an integral role in shaping students\u2019 academic journeys and personal growth. At the same time, as mothers, they nurture,\u00a0guide\u00a0and support their families with unwavering commitment. Balancing these roles is no small task, yet it is performed daily with strength,\u00a0patience,\u00a0and grace.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

What is especially meaningful is how these roles often complement one another. The patience and empathy\u00a0practised\u00a0in the classroom mirror the understanding shown at home. Similarly, the resilience and\u00a0problem<\/span>\u2011solving\u00a0skills developed through motherhood enhance professional responsibilities within the institution. In many ways, the DISTED environment is strengthened by these shared values of care,\u00a0responsibility\u00a0and perseverance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

This Mother\u2019s Day offers an opportunity to pause and\u00a0recognise\u00a0these contributions\u2014not through grand gestures, but through genuine appreciation. Simple acts such as a heartfelt word, flexibility or understanding can go a long way in acknowledging the effort that often happens quietly behind the scenes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

As DISTED continues to grow, it does so on the foundation of people who give their best in every role they hold. Today serves as a reminder that the impact of mothers within the institution extends far beyond the workplace\u2014it helps shape a community grounded in care,\u00a0resilience\u00a0and mutual support. Happy Mother\u2019s Day to all the nurturing souls at DISTED.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Noriah Kallanjiam\u00a0<\/strong>
Lecturer, School of Communication,\u00a0Arts\u00a0and Multimedia\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

SACE Regional Learning Workshop 2026 \u2013 Psychology Session <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

The SACE International Regional Learning Workshop, held at Taylor\u2019s College, brought together educators from across the region for a dynamic and enriching professional development experience.\u00a0Organised\u00a0by the SACE Board, the\u00a0two<\/span>\u2011day\u00a0workshop focused on strengthening teaching,\u00a0learning\u00a0and assessment practices within the SACE curriculum.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

One of the key highlights of the\u00a0programme\u00a0was the SACE Psychology session led by\u00a0Ms\u00a0Deanna Isle, Faculty Manager at SACE Education Services. The session featured interactive and\u00a0hands<\/span>\u2011on\u00a0learning activities designed to make professional development both practical and engaging for educators.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

On the first day, participants explored past\u00a0year\u2019s\u00a0examination papers alongside the Chief Examiner\u2019s Report.\u00a0The discussions focused on strengthening assessment of literacy and improving preparation strategies for School Assessment Tasks (SAT).\u00a0Day two shifted attention to key curriculum components, including Science as a Human Endeavour (SHE), Design and Deconstruction (D&D), and investigation reports. These sessions provided educators with deeper insights into assessment of expectations and effective teaching approaches.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Beyond content delivery, the workshop offered a collaborative platform for educators to exchange ideas, share classroom experiences,\u00a0and build professional networks. The open discussions and shared reflections helped strengthen teaching strategies and fostered a sense of professional community.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Overall, the workshop was a fruitful and inspiring professional learning experience. The knowledge and strategies gained will contribute to enhancing teaching practices at DISTED College and better supporting students to excel in future SACE Psychology examinations.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Nurshakirin\u00a0Sulaiman\u00a0<\/strong>
Lecturer, School of Pre University Studies\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

AI Talk: How AI Affects Multimedia Creation <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

An AI talk delivered by Mr Afif Jafre from\u00a0GoClicks\u00a0Pictures offered students valuable insights into the growing influence of artificial intelligence in the multimedia and media production industry. The session introduced key ideas surrounding modern\u00a0AI<\/span>\u2011driven\u00a0content creation, allowing students to better understand how emerging technologies are reshaping creative practices.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Through the discussion, students explored how AI tools are being used to generate visual and multimedia content, as well as how these innovations have transformed traditional production workflows. The talk highlighted the increasing integration of AI across the industry, emphasising both its efficiency and its impact on creative\u00a0decision<\/span>\u2011making\u00a0processes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

A key aspect of the session focused on the importance of critical awareness. Students were encouraged to reflect on how to distinguish authentic,\u00a0human<\/span>\u2011created\u00a0work from\u00a0AI<\/span>\u2011generated\u00a0content\u2014an increasingly relevant skill in today\u2019s digital environment. This discussion helped raise awareness about ethical considerations, originality and responsibility when working with AI technologies.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Overall, the session served as an informative and\u00a0thought<\/span>\u2011provoking\u00a0learning experience. It enhanced students\u2019 understanding of technological developments in multimedia production while encouraging them to remain mindful,\u00a0analytical\u00a0and discerning in their engagement with\u00a0AI<\/span>\u2011generated\u00a0content. The talk reinforced the importance of balancing technological advancement with creative integrity in the evolving media landscape.<\/span>\u00a0
\u00a0
Voon Jia Ting\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>
Final Year Student, Diploma in Creative Multimedia Production\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Building Future Leaders: A Collaborative Leadership Camp Experience <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"\"\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

The School of Psychology, together with the School of Business and Hospitality,\u00a0organised\u00a0a leadership camp for 40 students from Penang Chinese Girls\u2019 High School. The\u00a0programme\u00a0was designed to provide students with an engaging and supportive platform to develop essential leadership and interpersonal skills beyond the traditional classroom setting.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Throughout the camp, students\u00a0participated\u00a0in a series of structured group activities focused on teamwork,\u00a0leadership\u00a0and communication. These activities were grounded in experiential learning principles, encouraging students to actively\u00a0participate, reflect on their experiences,\u00a0and apply learning in real time. By collaborating to solve challenges, participants gained\u00a0first<\/span>\u2011hand\u00a0insights into group dynamics, shared\u00a0decision<\/span>\u2011making\u00a0and the importance of clear and respectful communication.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

As part of the\u00a0programme, students also engaged in brief\u00a0art<\/span>\u2011based\u00a0self<\/span>\u2011exploration\u00a0activities. These sessions allowed students to reflect on their thoughts,\u00a0emotions\u00a0and personal strengths in a creative and accessible manner, supporting the development of\u00a0self<\/span>\u2011awareness\u2014an important foundation for personal growth and positive interactions with others.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

The camp was conducted in a supportive environment where students were encouraged to step out of their comfort zones while feeling guided and supported by facilitators. This balance of challenge and encouragement is particularly meaningful during adolescence, a stage marked by identity development and increasing social awareness.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

The\u00a0organisers\u00a0extend sincere appreciation to the student volunteers whose dedication and efforts helped ensure the smooth running of the\u00a0programme. Overall, the leadership camp\u00a0provided a valuable opportunity for students\u00a0to build confidence, strengthen peer\u00a0relationships\u00a0and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Tan Wei Jun\u00a0<\/strong>
Lecturer, School of Psychology\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t
<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t

Fuel Prices, EVs and Student Life: Feeling the Changes, One Step at a Time <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

The increase in global fuel prices and the reduction of fuel subsidies from\u00a0300\u00a0litres\u00a0to\u00a0200\u00a0litres\u00a0have had a noticeable impact on many Malaysians, including DISTED students and their families. While students may not always drive\u00a0frequently, changes in fuel costs still influence daily expenses and shape student life in\u00a0various ways.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Petrol and diesel users feel the effects almost\u00a0immediately. Higher fuel prices lead to increased commuting costs, higher\u00a0ride<\/span>\u2011hailing\u00a0and food delivery fares, and rising prices of goods. Students who travel daily to campus or work\u00a0part<\/span>\u2011time\u00a0are often the first to feel this financial pressure. Additionally, campus cafeterias and nearby food outlets may increase prices to offset higher transportation and supply costs.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Students who rely on electric vehicles (EVs) are less affected in the short term, as EVs do not depend on petrol or diesel. However, the impact may be felt gradually. Rising global oil and gas prices can influence electricity generation costs, which may eventually lead to adjustments in electricity tariffs. As a result, EV charging costs could increase over time, though the effect is usually slower and less immediate compared to fuel price hikes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

For students from families with pensioners, rising fuel and living costs present a greater concern, as pensioners rely on fixed incomes. Overall, these developments provide valuable\u00a0real<\/span>\u2011world\u00a0lessons for students on budgeting, financial planning, energy\u00a0choices,\u00a0and understanding how global economic changes affect everyday life.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Nur Aisya Najwa Amerrudin\u00a0<\/strong>
Programme Lead, School of Business and Hospitality\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Remarks from the President Dear DISTED Community, The year is racing by, and we are already in the middle of May 2026. Global uncertainties arising from geopolitical competition among superpowers, particularly in the Middle East, continue to\u00a0impact\u00a0supply chains and the cost of living worldwide. Here in Malaysia, reports on these impacts fill both social media […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":47901,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-47884","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news-events"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47884","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/12"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=47884"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47884\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":47910,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47884\/revisions\/47910"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/47901"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=47884"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=47884"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.disted.edu.my\/zh\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=47884"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}