Dr. Heidi Wong
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
Session
3:50 pm
Using Learning Analytics to Enhance English Language Learning for Mainland Chinese Tertiary Students in Hong KongÂ
This presentation aims to explore the implementation of learning analytics to enhance online English language learning for Mainland Chinese tertiary students in two self-financing institutions in Hong Kong. With the rapid growth of Mainland Chinese students pursuing tertiary education in Hong Kong, it is essential to address the diverse English language abilities and needs of these students. In addition, there is an increasing trend for adopting technology in English language education. However, limited research has been conducted on Mainland Chinese students studying English for academic purposes in an online environment in Hong Kong, and existing research relies mainly on self-reported questionnaires, interviews, and classroom observations for data collection. The speakers will highlight the possible framework and potential challenges of implementing learning analytics in EAP learning in online contexts. It is believed that implementing learning analytics can facilitate a more personalised and effective English language learning experience for Mainland Chinese tertiary students in Hong Kong.Â
About the speaker
Dr Wong obtained her PhD in Education from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, and BEd in English Language Education with First Class Honours from the University of Hong Kong. Prior to joining the Department of English at HSUHK, she taught courses on English for Academic Purposes and English for Specific Purposes at post-secondary institutions in Hong Kong. Her research interests include English language teaching and learning, learning styles and teaching styles, and tertiary education in Hong Kong. She recently published a co-edited research book, with Lap Tuen Wong, entitled Teaching and Learning English for Academic Purposes: Current Research and Practices (NOVA), which explores current EAP research and practices in both English-speaking and non-English speaking countries.