[25 Mar] Learning and Teaching @ EdUHK Festival Theme-Based Seminar on Good Practices in Doctoral Supervision

Dear Students,

You are cordially invited to attend the 1st Learning and Teaching @ EdUHK Festival Theme-Based Seminar on Good Practices in Doctoral Supervision co-organised by Faculties, GS and LTTC. To register, please visit this link.

Date	25 March 2025 (Tuesday)
Time	10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Venue	Online via Zoom
Title	Good Practices in Doctoral Supervision
Speakers	Professor YEUNG Chi-ho Bill Dean of Students; Associate Dean (Quality Assurance and Enhancement), FLASS Associate Head (Teaching and Learning), SES The Education University of Hong Kong   Dr. MA Qing Angel Associate Professor, LML Associate Dean (Research & Postgraduate Studies), FHM The Education University of Hong Kong   Dr. Alfredo BAUTISTA Associate Professor & Associate Head (Internationalisation), ECE The Education University of Hong Kong
Moderator	Professor Michelle GU Mingyue Dean of Graduate School The Education University of Hong Kong
Language	English
Abstract	The doctoral journey begins from two distinct points – the student and the supervisor. If both parties are familiar with each other, the path to a doctorate seems like a natural progression. In many cases, however, students must find a suitable university and supervisor. Initiating contact can challenge a student’s confidence and communication skills. Potential doctoral supervisors, therefore, need to maintain an open mind and understand a student’s perspective. Once a student is accepted into a doctorate programme, the supervisor will fulfil many roles during and after the study period. Supervisors provide academic, professional and emotional support. They help students transition from being part of a crowd to an individual with specialised knowledge and skills. During this period, students need support to adjust to navigating what is sometimes viewed as a lonely  journey. In this 1.5-hour seminar, three renowned EdUHK scholars will share their insights into the methods and strategies they use to support doctoral students. The three experts from Science, Linguistics and Early Childhood Education will draw on their experiences in their respective fields to explain the role of a doctoral supervisor. Doctoral supervision is an intensive, years long relationship. This seminar will inform students and supervisors about best practices from first contact to postdoc. The panel will explain how they communicate with students, how they encourage independence, and how they build resilience.
Online Registration	https://eduhk.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6LGP8V1QblozsXQ
Target	For staff and postgraduate students

Participation in this seminar can be counted towards the Certificate Course “Introduction to Teaching in Higher Education” under the theme “Learning and Teaching Seminars/Workshops”.

Enquiries related to the seminar can be directed to us through email (lttc@eduhk.hk) or phone (2948 7047; service hours: 9am – 12:30pm and 2 – 5pm on workdays).

Regards,

Centre for Learning, Teaching and Technology (LTTC)

Graduate School (GS)