In today’s episode, we’re diving into the heart of aerospace education with our esteemed guest, Prof Rhea Liem, an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. We’ll explore the challenges faced when teaching undergraduate students complex concepts like aircraft design and programming. She’ll also share insights into her innovative computational platform developed for teaching purposes and how it enhances student learning through interactivity and real-time feedback. Rhea’s insights on balance between fundamentals and advanced methods and the importance of love and passion in teaching are not to be missed.

In our latest episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Prof Meika Sauerwein from the Division of Environment and Sustainability. Together, we explore the nuances of gamification in learning, debunk common misconceptions, and discuss how to effectively integrate gamified tools into classrooms for optimal learning outcomes. We also touch on a fascinating research project that compares casual game playing with a more structured educational context. Stay tuned for an enlightening conversation you won't want to miss!

Please join us in our latest EnLite episode, where our guest, Professor Julian Groves, shares his experience in transitioning his course to a fully online format. Prof. Groves discusses the benefits of online teaching, such as creating engaging, bite-sized lecture videos and allowing students to revisit materials multiple times. We also discuss some of the challenges and time investment in creating online courses, the importance of seeking feedback for lecture content and clarity, and share experiences and resources to help others interested in online teaching.

Our second episode centres around the importance of adaptability and the evolving landscape of higher education. In this episode, Prof. King Chow shares his insights on how universities can differentiate themselves and bring value to their regions by embracing diversity in education and preparing for the challenges that come with it. He also discusses the potential of technology in minimizing barriers between individuals, instructors, and learners, while cautioning against its misuse. Our conversation also highlights the importance of developing 21st century skills through exposure and experience, and not just instruction.

In our last episode, Part one of a panel discussion, we listen to a panel of experts in Hong Kong. Higher Education expressed their thoughts on the impact of AI in teaching and learning. In Part two. Our conversation moves towards topics such as academic integrity, integrating chatbot A.I. tools into the curriculum to enhance the educational experience for students, and addressing ethical considerations and challenges associated with the use of AI and education.

In this episode, we share part 1 of a panel discussion where we bring together a group of colleagues in Hong Kong to explore the challenges and opportunities of A.I. in higher education. This panel discussion is the second part of a series on A.I. in education held at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.Panelists in different teaching and learning roles from HKUST, HKU, HKBU, and CUHK joined us to discuss A.I.'s potential benefits and risks in higher education.In part 1, I've invited the panel members to introduce themselves and share their perspectives on A.I.. Concerns are raised about use of chatbot in assessments, but panel members also emphasized the need to embrace A.I. in education. The panelists discussed the ethical use of A.I. tools and maintaining academic integrity, highlighting the importance of training students in A.I. and information literacy.We also explore the disruption caused by A.I. and how it's accelerating the transformation of higher education and talk about an opportunity to rethink the current education model. Some members propose redefining the roles of students, teachers, and institutions, creating more community-based, project-based, and experiential learning environments, and recentering the role of universities in solving community problems.

At Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), we are committed to providing our students with the best possible education and preparing them for the future. That's why we are excited to introduce EnLiTe: Education Leadership and Innovative Teaching Podcast, created by the Center for Education Innovation. Our vision is to advance education innovation in every HKUST course, giving our students superior training and well-rounded education that prepares them for success in the ever-changing world.With EnLiTe, we aim to showcase innovative teaching practices and provide a platform for our faculty members to share their experiences and insights. In our first season, we explore topics ranging from the impact of generative AI on higher education to rethinking how we teach STEM courses, all with the help of technology and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.