Chair in Regional Education Development and Lifelong Learning

2024

12 December 2024

First Forum of Learning Innovations and Emerging Technology Forum Series

EdUHK, Peking University (PKU), the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education (IITE), and the UNESCO Chairs Programme held the first event in the Learning Innovations and Emerging Technologies Forum Series on 10 December. EdUHK’s GIET hosted the first forum, entitled “Technology-enabled Learning for Inclusive and Equitable Quality Education”.

https://www.eduhk.hk/en/press-releases/eduhk-pku-and-unesco-iite-co-host-first-forum-of-learning-innovations-and-emerging-technology-forum-series

5-7 November 2024

QS Higher Ed Summit: Asia Pacific 2024

At the panel titled "Micro-mastery: Equipping Learners with Bite-sized Skills for a Changing Job Market," Professor Lee delved into the concept of "micro-credentials" and emphasized the significance of students acquiring "micro-mastery" skills. He highlighted UNESCO's perspective on micro-credentials and examined both the prospects and challenges of integrating micro-mastery and micro-credentials into the education system. Professor Lee underscored how this integration can enhance lifelong learning, promote personal and professional development, and contribute to a sustainable and inclusive future.

24 August 2024

UNESCO Futures of Education Forum 2024

Professor John C.K. LEE served as a Guest Speaker of the Seminar: UNESCO and Family Education.
For more details, please visit https://unesco-foe.org/en/home/

29 June 2024

"Education for the Future - Towards Sustainable Development," at the 40th Anniversary Academic Forum of STMC, Sha Tin Methodist College, Hong Kong

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of STMC, the school hosted the "40th Anniversary Academic Forum" on June 29th, centered around the theme "Education for the Future." Professor John C.K. LEE was the keynote speaker and presented on the topic "Education for the Future - Towards Sustainable Development." Hundreds of educators, parents, teachers, and students attended the forum in the school hall to gain a deeper understanding of the various challenges associated with future education.

5-6 June 2024

GRIFE Conference titled “Educational Reforms through the perspectives of Chinese and Finnish Education”

EdUHK hosted the GRIFE Conference 2024 from 5 to 6 June. The Conference brought together over 150 scholars, educators and practitioners from Hong Kong, mainland China and overseas for rich dialogue on educational reforms with a special focus on the Chinese and Finnish educational systems.

26-27 February 2024

Empowering Youth Skills for Green Innovation: Fostering Green transition to a Sustainable Future (Symposium)

A symposium on how to transition to a green lifestyle was held by the UNEVOC Centre (Hong Kong) at the EdUHK, with support from the UNESCO Beijing office. Dr Margarita Pavlova, Director of the UNEVOC Centre and Associate Head of the Department of International Education organized the event. It was attended by people from a wide variety of backgrounds, including the industry, youth organizations, educators and students.