Name: Research Seminar Series: Prof. Arun Pereira
Start: 2026-04-21T12:30:00+08:00
End: 2026-04-21T13:30:00+08:00
Location: Asia School of Business (ASB) Academic

Research Seminar Series: Prof. Arun Pereira

This is a research seminar at the Asia School of Business, featuring Prof. Arun Pereira from Saint Louis University.
About this Event

Seminar Title:

Drivers of Learning

Event Details:

📅 Date: 21 April, 2026 (Tuesday)

⏰ Time: 12:30pm to 1:30pm

📍Venue: CR-W2-03, Asia School of Business

💻 Zoom Link: https://asb-my.zoom.us/j/97649643132?pwd=Uc4c5qyDeticSPUEoaV3CwgpTurfu0.1

Meeting ID: 976 4964 3132

Passcode: 185614

Abstract

Understanding the mechanisms that drive student learning is central to effective teaching in higher education. Instructors frequently confront challenges related to student engagement, motivation, heterogeneity in prior knowledge and abilities, and the quality of student interaction in the classroom. Drawing on insights from cognitive science and the scholarship of teaching and learning, this talk examines key drivers of learning and their implications for instructional design and classroom practice. The discussion highlights how cognitive processes such as attention, memory, and motivation interact with pedagogical strategies to influence learning outcomes. Particular attention is given to how instructors can structure learning environments that accommodate diverse learners while fostering meaningful engagement and interaction. By integrating evidence from cognitive science with practical teaching strategies, the session aims to provide a framework for designing more effective and inclusive learning experiences in higher education.

Speaker’s Bio

Prof. Pereira is Emeritus Faculty at Saint Louis University and a Faculty Teaching Mentor at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. He previously served as Professor of Practice at MIT Sloan Asia School of Business in Kuala Lumpur and has held academic appointments at institutions including the Indian School of Business and Saint Louis University. Prof. Pereira’s research and teaching focus on marketing, organizational learning, and teaching excellence in business education. He is an award-winning educator and has received multiple “Professor of the Year” awards. His work has been widely published in leading journals and business publications, and he actively conducts faculty development and teaching workshops internationally.

We look forward to your participation in this insightful research seminar.