Journal Articles

General education at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University: A comprehensive evaluation study

Title:
General education at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University: A comprehensive evaluation study
Authors:
Source:
International Journal of Child & Adolescent Health, 12(1), 63-74, 2019
Publisher:
Nova Science Publishers, Inc.
Year Published:
2019
Education Categories:
- P Social Context of Education
  - PC Society & Education
- Q Philosophy of Education, Educational System & School At Different Levels
  - QE Post-Secondary Education
Keywords:
Course Evaluation Curriculum Colleges and Universities -- Administration -- Hong Kong Education Students, College Human Evaluation Research Quantitative Studies Qualitative Studies Surveys Learning Methods Secondary Analysis Feedback Focus Groups Faculty Teaching Methods
Region:
- Hong Kong
Period:
- 1997.7 onwards
Level:
- Post-Secondary Education
Abstract:
The present study evaluated the implementation and impact of the "general university requirements" (GUR) at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) using both quantitative and qualitative methods. Quantitative methods included a four-year longitudinal online survey, Collegiate Learning Assessment Plus (CLA+), and secondary analyses of student feedback data in different years. Qualitative methods included focus groups and qualitative evaluation forms involving students and teachers as well as a longitudinal case study. Results showed that students displayed positive development based on different developmental indicators of the five desired graduate attributes of PolyU in their study of the four-year program. Both students and teachers also generally showed positive perceptions of the GUR, with reference to its subject content, teaching and learning, and benefits. Several major concerns regarding the GUR were also identified.
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Language:
- English
Document Type:
Journal Articles
ISSN:
- 19395930
DOI:
Permalink:
https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/en/bibs/89aac426
Entry Date:
2020-03-03