Ali Asghar
Education Consultant In Tech
Singapore
Summary
Enthusiastic educational consultant with over a decade of experience. I specialize in guiding strategic initiatives and delivering innovative solutions for my clients. I have led teams to create cutting-edge curriculum programs, focusing on coding, robotics, and AI. My strengths in planning, operations, and team development have driven measurable success in advancing participant engagement and institutional growth. With a deep understanding of working with government agencies, I ensure compliance with their requirements. I am passionate about fostering creativity and designing impactful learning experiences that align with long-term goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Trainer • Financial Literacy
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted over 30 hours of training for adults on Financial Literacy syllabi
- Focused on educating retail investors about Financial Instruments, with an emphasis on Derivatives for stock purchases
- Provided specialized training to enhance understanding and application of financial concepts in investment decisions
Chief Technology Officer
Duck Learning
12.2018 - Current
- Responsible for leading the development and maintenance of STEM courses, including Artificial Intelligence for K12 and Data Analytics for Secondary Schools
- Created machine learning content using Python, including a Classification ML project with Support Vector Machines
- Expanded AI/ML curriculum to 15 institutions, resulting in the enrolment of over 200 students since 2022
- Managed a cross-functional team to introduce and scale two inter-school FIRST LEGO League competitions for over 1500 students
- Conceptualised new learning methodologies based on research from the LEGO Foundation
- These methodologies are in practice in over 20 schools
- Created frameworks within schools to create and promote an ecosystem of learning
- Created frameworks to assess students learning and plug gaps in learning activities
- Collaborated with school leaders from 20+ institutions to conduct Teacher Training courses, focusing on Robotics, Python programming, and Machine Learning education
- Launched a Python coding program, improving student retention by 30% and final project quality by 25%
- Oversaw the launch of the ‘STEAM Learning @ Home’ platform, developing 100+ learning resources and enrolling over 500 students since 2020
Training Team Manager
Duck Learning
12.2014 - 12.2018
- Led a team of 3 full-time staff and coordinated over 100 freelance trainers to deliver STEM training programs
- Developed in-house learning frameworks and managed tender requirements for large-scale education projects
- Achieved a 90%+ success rate in training programs across various K12 institutions
- Worked with teachers to ensure that Learning and Development needs were fulfilled in their institutions Professional Development courses
- Spearheaded the creation of new coding curricula, emphasizing Python programming for K12 education
- Streamlined team workflows by utilizing technology to improve data collection and project management for program evaluation
Programmer • Game Designer
Ministry of Education
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Developed a game-based tool for the Curriculum Planning & Development office, aimed at teaching mathematical concepts such as fractions
- Created the prototype from scratch using Flash ActionScript, successfully completing it for deployment
- Designed and implemented the initial program logic, resulting in an effective educational tool for students
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Nanyang Technological University
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Temasek Polytechnic
Skills
Python Programming
Certification
Certified LEGO Education Teacher Trainer – LEGO Education
Timeline
Trainer • Financial Literacy
01.2023 - Current
Chief Technology Officer
Duck Learning
12.2018 - Current
Training Team Manager
Duck Learning
12.2014 - 12.2018
Programmer • Game Designer
Ministry of Education
06.2014 - 10.2014
Diploma - Computer Engineering
Temasek Polytechnic
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Nanyang Technological University
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