Focus group evaluation of teachers' views on a new general education program in Hong Kong

Focus group evaluation of teachers' views on a new general education program in Hong Kong

• Shek, Daniel T. L. Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Yu, Lu Hong Kong Polytechnic University
• Chi, Xinli Hong Kong Polytechnic University

International Journal of Adolescent Medicine and Health, 29(1), 67-74, 2017

Walter de Gruyter GmbH

2017

• D Curriculum
  • DF Post-Secondary Education Programmes
• Q Philosophy of Education, Educational System & School At Different Levels
  • QJ Educational Institutes, Colleges, Research Institutes, Various Universities

Focus Group General Education Qualitative Evaluation University Education Educational Programs

• Hong Kong

• 1997.7 onwards

• Post-Secondary Education

Using teachers' focus group interviews (n = 40), this study examined the impact of the General University Requirements (GUR) implemented at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). Results showed that teachers were generally satisfied with the GUR subjects and its implementation in its second year. Teachers regarded the design of GUR subjects was good and the students generally welcomed the subjects. Interactive teaching and learning methods adopted in GUR subjects such as fieldwork, hands-on projects, and team debates were highly appreciated by the respondents. Teachers also reflected that the GUR had promoted the intrapersonal and interpersonal development of the students. However, several challenges were also reported by teachers, including the difficulty level of Freshman Seminar subjects and lack of interaction in some GUR subjects, which suggested directions for further improvements.

• English

Journal Articles

• 03340139

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2017-10-09