Re-envisioning Opportunities in GE: Essence of an International Conference in Oregon

GEO & Local Events

Dr. Tushar Chaudhuri (GIS)
Dr. Peter Lau (ACLW)

Dr. Li Min (CMTD)

Dr. Oh Hyun Jee (COMS)

Prof. A. Reza Hoshmand (GEO)

In late Feb, a group of colleagues attended an international conference on “General Education and Assessment: Disruptions, Innovations, and Opportunities” in Oregon, which was organized by the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U). During the 3 days, participants discussed how emerging disruptions in higher education are leading to positive opportunities for innovation in GE and assessment to improve the undergraduate experience for all students.

In this lunch gathering, we will have a chance to grasp the essence of the conference. Findings and fresh ideas will be shared by each of our 5 colleagues, followed by an open discussion for experience sharing.

Date: 24 March 2014 (Monday)

Time: 12:15 – 12:45 pm Lunch
12:45 – 1:45 pm Sharing Session
1:45 – 2:15 pm Discussion

Venue: AAB301, Academic & Administration Building, Baptist University Road Campus, Hong Kong Baptist University

Speakers & Topics:

	Benefits of Using E-Portfolios to Students’ Learning by Dr. Chaudhuri Tushar, Department of Government and International Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences
	Assessment Administrators Anonymous: 12 Steps for Involving Faculty in Assessment by Dr. Peter Lau, Department of Accountancy and Law, School of Business
	How to Cultivate Self-Directed Learners by Design by Dr. Li Min, Chinese Medicine, Teaching Division
	Strategies for Developing and Analyzing Rubrics by Dr. Oh Hyun Jee, Department of Communication Studies, School of Communication
	Transformative Learning: from Foundation to Capstone by Prof. A. Reza Hoshmand, Director of General Education

For enquiries, please contact Ms. Mei Chan at ge@hkbu.edu.hk or 3411 2014.