In a pursuit to foster an inclusive educational journey and nurture young minds, UTAR Centre for Foundation Studies (CFS) of Kampar Campus organised a series of successful initiatives aimed at engaging school students in the local community.

Through a diverse range of projects, CFS carried out engaging activities to enrich the learning experiences of young minds in Perak, empowering them with valuable skills and knowledge that extend beyond traditional classroom boundaries.

Fostering English proficiency among SJK(T) Kinta Valley students

Aimed at laying a solid foundation for the students’ English language proficiency and communication skills, CFS Kampar Campus hosted a vibrant school engagement project titled Adventure in Word: Exploring English Together for 48 students ranging from Standard 1 to Standard 6 at SJK(T) Kinta Valley.

Held on 22 and 23 April 2024, the project was designed to familiarise students with basic grammar principles, sentence construction, and language usage, while developing their abilities to organise thoughts and express themselves coherently and confidently in English.

The event started with an inspiring speech from the Project Coordinator, Ms Devagi Erusan, who emphasised the importance of exploring English at a young age for children’s language development and future academic success. She said, “Introducing English to young learners not only nurtures their language proficiency but also fosters cognitive growth and cultural awareness.”

Following this, Ms Devagi, along with CFS Kampar Campus academics Ms Kanimozhi Govindasamy, Ms Tulasi Subramaniam and Ms Yuvashini Salvamani, assisted by 10 UTAR students, conducted a series of engaging, comprehensible and interactive lessons and activities, including games, music, storytelling, role-playing, and essay writing.

By the end of the project, the students exhibited an enhanced grasp of grammar principles and demonstrated the ability to compose simple yet structured essays with relevant content.

Equipping SMK Bercham students for academic success

With the goal of equipping students with the essential tools and mindset for academic excellence, CFS Kampar Campus organised an enriching talk titled “Study Tips for Effective Learning” at SMK Bercham, Ipoh on 25 April 2024.

Delivered by Ms Bhargkavi Pari, an academic from CFS Kampar Department of Arts and Social Science, the talk engaged 73 Form 5 students. Ms Bhargkavi skillfully guided the exploration of effective learning, shedding light on important aspects such as identifying individual learning styles and the importance of active participation in the learning journey.

Addressing common problems like lack of concentration, Ms Bhargkavi provided practical strategies to enhance focus. She also discussed stress management techniques, enlightening participants on their nature.

The session concluded with a souvenir exchange ceremony. Students expressed gratitude for the practical advice, praising the session’s informative and engaging nature. They lauded that the session had broadened their horizons and deepened their understanding of effective learning strategies.