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Professional development courses, seminars, and workshops

CAES colleagues have completed a variety of professional development activities (e.g. seminars, workshops, conferences, courses) to gain new knowledge and/or qualifications which can inform better teaching practices for them as educators and for students.

FONG James 

(2019, December 6-7). Singapore Association for Applied Linguistics. 20th English in Southeast Asia Conference: Re-thinking Paradigms and Approaches to Researching, Teaching and Learning English. National Institute of Education Singapore, Singapore. 

HO Ken 

(2021, Jun 18). Seeing the trees in the forest: A look at the profiles and characteristics of STEM Vocabulary. Webinar by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

HUI Jessica 

(2019, June 27-28). Continuing Professional Development Symposium 2019, The Hong Kong Continuing Professional Development Hub (HKCPD Hub) for University English Teachers, Hong Kong.

(2019, May 27-28). ELTU Conference 2019. English Language Teaching Unit, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

LAU Ken 

(August to November 2020). Professional certificate of leadership and management in education. University of Newcastle via Edex, Australia.

LAW Locky 

(Jul, 2019). SmartPLS3 mini-workshop. Centre for Applied English Studies, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

LEGG Miranda 

(2021). Oxford Women's Leadership Development Programme. University of Oxford, the United Kingdom. 

LEIGH Lorena 

(2022, July). HarvardX Platform. Rhetoric: The Art of Persuasive Writing and Public Speaking.
This course helped me design some new materials for CAES9921 Great Speeches: Rhetoric and Delivery and inform my teaching practice.

WONG Lillian

2022

Lei, L., Lin, L., Tao, M., Chung, C., & Kong, S. (2022, September 20). Miro’ the blended learning design: Hands-on Workshop. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Kee, T. (2022, February 24). Design thinking as methodology to innovate multidisciplinary teaching and learning. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

 

Knight, K. (2022, February 22). Exploring and illuminating the leadership conceptualization process. Asia-Pacific LSP & Professional Communication Association.

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Hew, T., & Huang, W. J. (2022, February 17). Engaging online students using chatbots. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Gonda, D. (2022, February 10). Using an instructional design model to enhance Moodle learning experience. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Gonda, D. (2022, January 26). Using Miro to enhance in-class collaboration. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Lei, L., Liang, C. Desloge, P. & Jung-Harada, C. (2022, January 10).Create a second brain: Effectively managing individual knowledge with Notion. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Hu, X. (2022, July 20). Designing Virtual Reality (VR) creation and learning analytics for heritage humanities education. Faculty of Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Healey, D. (2022, July 9). Gamification and language learning. Eduling Speak, VietTESOL Association, TESOL Tampico Talks.

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Reinders, H. (2022, June 18). Augmented Reality and language learning. Eduling Speak, VietTESOL Association, TESOL Tampico Talks.

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Reinders, H. (2022, May 27). Inaugural symposium of the Association of Hong Kong Language Centres (AHKLC). Chan Feng Men-ling Chan Shuk-lin Language Centre, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Reinders, H. (2022, May 20). Writing Roundtable 2022. English Language Centre, The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Lin, L. & Bai, S. (2022, May 17). Incorporating fantasy context provides students a joyful learning experience - Taking Pixton as an example. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Lei, L., Liang, C., Lin, L. & Tao, M. (2022, May 6). Innovation and support on virtual instruction: Case studies. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Wong, V. (2022, April 6). Strategic leadership in innovation, Inter-disciplinary collaboration and teaching excellence: A Case Study in the University of Oxford. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Ho, A., Lau, A. & Hu, X. (2022, April 4). Virtual Reality for teaching, learning and assessment (Part 2). Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Ho, A., Lau, A. & Hu, X. (2022, March 28). Virtual Reality for teaching, learning and assessment (Part 1). Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Wong, V. (2022, March 15). Internationalization and curriculum leadership via Teaching Exchange Fellowship Scheme: A Case Study in the University of Oxford. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Wilson, M. (2022, March 4). Digital citizenship public lecture: Learning progressions for assessing 21st century Skills. Centre for Information Technology in Education, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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2021

Deutsch, N. (2021, December 11). How to use Voki avatars to engage language learners in fun speaking activities. TESOL CALL Interest Section, TESOL International Association.

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Tavares, N. (2021, November 25). The role of technology in innovative pedagogic practices: Re-tooling, re-imagining and re-creating. Hong Kong Association for Applied Linguistics (HAAL), Hong Kong.

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Hockly, N. (2021, November 3). Digital Literacies. LanguageCert Teachers Online Event.

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Hughes, J. (2021, November 3). Five steps towards successful online English teaching. LanguageCert Teachers Online Event.

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Yin, Z. (2021, October 6). Know thyself: Using self-assessment to promote students’ motivation and learning. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Bong, M. (2021, September 28). Understanding the motivation behind students' achievement striving. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Lei, L., Liang, C. & Lin, L. (2021, August 27). Blending digital collaborative learning activities in F2F classroom - Taking Miro as an example. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Lei, L., & See, C. (2021, August 25). Artificial Intelligence for Teaching, Learning and Assessment. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Gonda, D. (2021, August 19). An instructional designer’s guide to engage and connect with your students. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.  

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Chiu, T., McMinn, S. & Sauerwein, M. (2021, July 21). From online teaching to face-to-face teaching: Blending the two experiences. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Chan, C. (2021, June 9). How to conduct Scholarship in Teaching and Learning? Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Lei, L. & Liang, C. (2021, May 25). Action-planning for your online/blended teaching under the new normal. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Coyle, D. (2021, May 21). Teachers as designers of learning: Fundamentals of task design and sequencing. English Language Centre, The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Felten, P. (2021, May 21). Understanding students and learning: Using inquiry to enhance your teaching. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Felten, P. (2021, May 20-21). The 3rd International conference on English Across the Curriculum. English Language Centre, The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Zou, T. (2021, May 18). Getting the most out of your teaching project through the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Bishop, D. (2021, May 6). Creating flipped classroom simulation exercises to gamify teaching and learning: Practical tips and challenges. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Morris, N. (2021, April 9). Supporting student learning and engagement through effective use of digital technologies and online learning. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Lei, L. & Keung, S. (2021, February 17). Artificial Intelligence for teaching and learning: Why bother? And where to start? Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Lei, L. (2021, January 11). Interactive Online/Dual-Mode Teaching and Learning through Mentimeter. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong.

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Gonda, D. (2021, January 7). Humanising technology in online and hybrid learning. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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2020

Lee, D. (2020, December 17). Teachers as leaders: Teaching during periods of uncertainty. UGC Teaching Ambassadors Series. Hong Kong Teaching Excellence Alliance (HKTEA) and Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning (CETL), The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Rajwani, V. (2020, December 16). Engaging students in assessment and feedback. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Border, S. (2020, November 13). Tips and considerations for scholarship, Evaluations and educational research on Covid-19 teaching strategies. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Zou, T. (2020, December 11). Designing effective online and hybrid learning experiences. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Marie, J. (2020, December 2). Student partnership in practice: Reflections on what supports partnership working (& what doesn’t). Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Zou, T. (2020, November 19). Working with Students as Partners to discover engaging teaching practices. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Zou, T. (2020, October 27-29). Academic English Conference, Cambridge University Press. 

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Lei, L. & Keung, S. (2020, October 21). Designing online assessments. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Thomas, G. (2020, August 10-26). Online Teaching Essentials. Centre for Applied English Studies, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

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Bennett, D. (2020, August 18). Developing digitally capable graduates. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.   

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King, H. (2020, August 13). Learning design for an uncertain semester. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Dunbar-Morris, H. (2020, August 10). Developing a blended and connected learning experience – Rising to the challenges. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

  

Zou, T. (2020, August 6). Designing for inclusivity and compassion online - Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.   

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Roed, J. (2020, August 4). Designing for online collaboration and engagement. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.   

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Lei, L. & Keung, S. (2020, July 31). Virtual Flipped Classroom Design (Assessment). Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.  

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Bridges, S. (2020, July 31). Taking inquiry-based courses online using scenario-based and case-based designs. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.   

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Sankey, M. (2020, July 30). You can teach an old dog new tricks: Learning to be active, authentic and collaborative online. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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Zeng, L. (2020, July 29). Designing for aligned online assessment: A focus on backward design. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.   

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Cham, W. (2020, 24 July). Virtual flipped classroom design (Group work). Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.  

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Smidt, S. (2020, July 20). How UCL is meeting the challenges of teaching and learning in the time of COVID-19 – and the long-term implications of the changes being made. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.    

 

Lei, L. & Keung, S. (2020, July 17). Virtual flipped classroom design (Lecturing). Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong. 

 

Vlachopoulos, P. (2020, July 13). Digital curriculum transformation using Learning Design. Centre for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.  

 

Lei, L., Luo, C. & Keung, S. (2020, March 18). Online assessment for teaching and learning: Why bother? And where to start? Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

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2019

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Zou, T. (2019, November 26). A Connected Virtual Community for Learning. The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

 

(2019, January 30). Enhancing engagement in teaching and learning with technology. Technology-Enriched Learning Initiative, HKU and Knowledge and Education Exchange Platform, CUHK. 

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(2017-2022). All the HKCPD Hub events. https://hkcpdhub.hku.hk/events/ 

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