Educational Qualifications

2021
Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Technology, Tufts University
2012
Doctor of Philosophy, Nanyang Technological University
2005
Master of Education, University of Melbourne
2003
Postgraduate Diploma in Higher Education, Nanyang Technological University
1990
Bachelor of Laws (Hons), National University of Singapore

Academic and Professional Experience

2024 to Present
Head, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, SUSS
2023
Deputy Head, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education, SUSS
2018
Senior Lecturer, SUSS
2012
Adjunct Lecturer / Teaching Consultant, National Institute of Education / NTU
2010
Adjunct Lecturer, Temasek Polytechnic
2007
Section Head, Temasek Polytechnic
2005
Associate (Learning Academy) / Senior Lecturer, Temasek Polytechnic
1997
Senior Lecturer, Temasek Polytechnic
1994
Partner, M/s Yeo-Leong & Peh, Advocates & Solicitors
1992
Legal Associate, M/s Yeo-Leong & Peh, Advocates & Solicitors
1991
Advocate & Solicitor, Supreme Court of Singapore

Awards and Honours

2022
SUSS Teaching Excellence Award (Honourable Mention) 2022
2010
Not just babysitting: six case studies on the types and levels of interactions that are provided by educarers of infant childcare centres in Singapore. (PI, Family Research Grant, Ministry of Social and Family Development)
2008
Temasek Polytechnic Long Service Award
2003-2005
Overseas Study Scholarship for Master of Education at University of Melbourne, Temasek Polytechnic
2002
Teaching Excellence Award, Temasek Polytechnic
2000
Chief Justice’s Judicial Innovation Award, Supreme Court of Singapore
1999
Productivity and Service Quality Award (Academic Teaching), Temasek Polytechnic

Selected Publications

Journals:

Lim, C. & Kaveri, G. (2024). Listening to Children’s Voices: Reflections on methods, practices and ethics in researching with children using Zoom video interviews, Qualitative Research Journal, 24(4), 425–433. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1108/QRJ-10-2023-0156

Lim, C., Kaveri, G., Li, J.Y., & Choy, M.Y. (2024). Supporting parents in facilitating computational thinking for young children through loose parts construction play. Journal of Future of Education Research, 2(4), 346–358. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/fer3.43

Lim, S., Tan, S., Kaveri, G., & Lim, C. with Playeum (2024). Are we brave enough to let our children play? Raising Singaporean kids for a better tomorrow. Singapore University of Social Sciences, Whitepaper. Link

Ng, R. & Lim, C. (2023). Using LEGO Play and Storytelling to Promote Descriptive Language, Childhood Education, 99(3), 66–72. DOI: 10.1080/00094056.2023.2212564

Tan, H. & Lim, C. (2023). Exploring Young Children’s Math Thinking in Sandcastle Building, Mathematics Teacher: Learning & Teaching PK–12, 116(11), 865–868. DOI: 10.5951/MTLT.2023.0024 

Lim, C. (2022). Facilitating Children’s Thinking About Shapes. Childhood Education, 98(3), 74–79. DOI: 10.1080/00094056.2022.2083430

Lim, C. (2021). The Importance of Critical Reflection in Classroom Practice: A case study. Early Educators, 38, 49–54.

Lim, C. (2020). Professional Content Knowledge in Early Years Mathematics Teaching: Rethinking three common misconceptions. Early Educators, 36, 30–36.

Lim, C. (2019). Singaporean educators’ reflections about their role and practices in the education and care of infants. Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 40(2), 74–95. DOI: 10.1080/10901027.2018.1519518

Lim, C. & Lim, S.M. (2013). Learning and language: Educator–child interactions in Singapore infant-care settings. Early Child Development and Care, 183(10), 1468–1485. DOI: 10.1080/03004430.2013.788814

Lim, C. (2005). The use of online forums to support inquiry in a PBL environment: Observations from a work-in-progress. British Journal of Educational Technology, 36(5), 919–922.

Goh, A. & Lim, C. (2004).Teachers and Students as Investigators: the collaborative project in technology- based learning environments. Educational Technology. 44(6), 50-54

Edited Books and Book Chapters:
Lim, C. (2011, Revised Editions 2015, 2019, 2021, 2024). Introduction to property law & conveyancing in Singapore. Integrated Press.
Tan, K. & Lim, C. (2008). Authentic Assessment: what does it actually mean? In Tan, K. & Koh, K.H. (Eds.), Authentic assessment in schools. Pearson.
Lim, C. (2005). Integration of Information Technology in the Problem-based Learning Process. In Tan, K., Lee, M., Mok, J. & Ravindran, R. (Eds.), Problem-based Learning: New Directions and Approaches. Learning Academy, Temasek Centre for Problem-based Learning: Singapore.
Lim, C. & Lim, L. (2002). Conveyancing Law and Procedure. Pearson Education.
Op-eds and Commentaries:
Lim, C. (2025, February 4). Is there a ‘right fit’ when choosing a Pre-school for your child? Straits Times, Opinion. https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/is-there-a-right-fit-when-choosing-a-pre-school-for-your-child
Lim, S. & Lim, C. (2023, November 13). Pre-school admission only the first step in helping disadvantaged kids. Straits Times, Opinion. Link
Lim, C. (2024, June 16). Are Singapore children overscheduled during school holidays? Channel News Asia. Link
Lim, C. (2024, June 24). Radio Interview on CNA938 Live on Singapore Today Show on the topic of Are Singapore children overscheduled during school holidays?
Lim, C. (2023, January). How do I address my baby’s separation anxiety in starting infant care? Ask the expert. Beanstalk, Early Childhood Development Agency.
Lim, C. (December 30, 2022). Parents, do you know how to play with your children? Channel News Asia. Link
Theses:
Lim, C. (2012). Not just babysitting – case studies of caregiver interactions with infants in Singapore childcare centres. Unpublished thesis, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
Lim, C. (2004). Teaching for Transfer. Unpublished thesis, The University of Melbourne.
Others: ORCID

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