Project

Professional Development Programme for Newly-appointed PrincipalsProfessional Development Programme for Newly-appointed Principals

• The programme is a comprehensive leadership training initiative commissioned by the Education Bureau and delivered by EdUHK in the 2024/25 school year. As part of the second year of the mandatory two-year training for newly-appointed principals (NAPs) in government, aided, caput, and DSS schools, the programme aims to strengthen leadership capabilities from a global perspective. Key components include a structured course on leadership and management strategies, leadership forums with experienced leaders, and visits to business and NGO sectors to explore cross-sector leadership practices. These experiences enable NAPs to draw real-world insights for application in school settings. The programme concludes with a reflective debriefing session, where participants collaborate in group presentations to consolidate learning and discuss implications for school development. Through interactive and practice-based learning, the programme equips NAPs to become visionary and effective leaders, contributing to sustainable school improvement across Hong Kong.

Programme for Leadership Enhancement for Serving Vice-Principals

• The programme is designed to strengthen the leadership capacity of experienced vice-principals in Hong Kong’s Government, Aided, Caput, and DSS schools. Commissioned by the Education Bureau and delivered by the Education University of Hong Kong, the programme bridges theory and practice through two key components. Participants are first attached to a business or NGO for 3–4 days, gaining first-hand insight into leadership in non-educational settings. Structured courses support reflection on leadership theories such as innovation, strategic leadership, and change management. In the second component, participants share their learning and application plans with peers through presentations and receive professional feedback. This innovative model encourages cross-sector perspectives, enhances leadership confidence, and supports the development of visionary and ethical leaders ready to drive school improvement. The programme concludes with a sector-wide open sharing session to disseminate impactful practices.

Core Programme under Enhanced Training for Promotion - Reflection and Practice of Professional Leadership

• The professional development training programme is a core component of the enhanced training requirements for promotion, as outlined by the Education Bureau. Designed by the Education University of Hong Kong, the workshop supports aspiring school leaders—such as Senior Graduate Masters/Mistresses and Education Officers—in developing essential leadership competencies. Grounded in the theory of Transformational Leadership, the programme integrates tools such as VIA Character Strengths and Belbin Team Roles assessments to encourage self-reflection and team-building effectiveness. Through exploring leadership styles, communication strategies, and mentoring techniques, participants gain insights into managing teams and driving school development. The workshop aligns with the government’s vision for strengthening middle leadership in schools and plays a key role in preparing educators for their expanded roles and responsibilities.

‘i-Journey’ Paid Non-local Study Leave Scheme for Teachers

• As part of the 'i-Journey' Paid Non-local Study Leave Scheme for Teachers, the Education University of Hong Kong is delivering professional support for two customised programmes: Assessment Literacy (A7) and Self-directed Learning (A9). Each programme includes pre-trip preparation in Hong Kong, overseas study and school attachments, and post-trip consolidation leading to the implementation of school-based projects. The University provides structured learning courses, ongoing mentoring, and professional guidance to equip participants with global insights, advanced research skills, and practical strategies. Participants are supported in designing, refining, and implementing impactful projects in their own schools. Emphasis is placed on integrating overseas experiences with local practices to enhance teaching and learning. Successful initiatives will be shared with the broader education community, contributing to sustainable professional development and educational innovation in Hong Kong schools.

'Empowering Entrepreneurial Leaders' middle leaders training programme

• This project emphasises highlighting the school's successful initiatives, monitoring and adapting to changes in the school environment, and enhancing practices through cross-school sharing, collaboration, and the utilisation of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) programme. By leveraging past achievements, staying adaptable, and embracing collaboration and external resources, the project aims to drive continuous improvement and create a dynamic educational environment.

Young Musicianship

• This course aims to enrich children’s exceptional music acoustic sensitivity and aptitude. It places a strong emphasis on developing pitch sensitivity. Through engaging group activities, students will enhance their fundamental music sensitivity, cultivate absolute pitch abilities, and demonstrate basic keyboard skills. 

Academic English Writing for University Success

• This intensive course empowers senior secondary school students with the foundational skills and strategies essential for mastering English academic writing, a crucial component of university studies. Through interactive lectures and group discussions, students explore the nuances of syntax in academic English, expand their academic vocabulary, and learn to craft compelling and coherent essays, reports, and research papers in English.

AI-Enabled Adaptive Learning for Primary School Students from Low-Income Families 

• Addressing the issue of educational inequality caused by paid private tutoring, this ongoing project offers financially underprivileged primary school students a free platform with the feature of AI-generated questions for students’ adaptive learning. Students are provided with learning content in Chinese, English, Mathematics and National Security Education. Through this platform, students can consolidate their learning in these subjects and develop self-regulated learning capacity through the use of AI in learning. The features of this platform were demonstrated at the Learning and Teaching Expo 2025, where the team also showcased their recent development of a AI-powered robot that enhances students’ communication skills. 

Professional Development Workshop for Mainland English Teachers

• This workshop equips secondary school English language teachers from Mainland China with the essential skills of preparing their students for the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) English language education. It covers the test content and assessment criteria of the Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking papers and offers effective strategies for teachers to teach these papers in their own teaching contexts. 

Shadow Assessment: Using Cutting-Edge Item Response Models to Predict Students’ English Achievement in Primary School

• This ongoing project aims to use cutting-edge item response models to accurately assess primary school students’ English language achievement in mainstream schools. This study will model shadow assessment and its antecedents to predict students’ English achievement. The results can inform schools’ assessment practices and parents’ strategies for supporting their children’s learning outside of school.