Hong Kong

This course studies and examines Chinese Buddhist art from historical and cultural perspectives to explore its origin, evolution and influence. The course also studies the transmission of Buddhism as well as its transformations through the investigation of the various art treasures found along the Silk Road. A study of these archaeological artifacts, religious monuments, and art and sculpture from the area reveals the fascinating story of the development of Buddhism from India to Central Asia and eventually to China, Korea and Japan. Assessment: short essay with 2,500-3,000 words (50%), 2 short quizzes (10%), presentation (25%), attendance and participation (15%)

This course examines history, law and culture in the social, political and economic context of Hong Kong and China in the 19th and 20th centuries. It covers historical narratives, legal systems, social customs and cultures of Hong Kong and China.

This course examines culture and justice, including what culture is and how we know, and how justice is understood and how it is demanded, pursued, and meted out (by whom, for whom, to whom).

This course provides a theoretical foundation to the understanding of English language teaching methodology. Through this course, students are expected to adopt and apply an international perspective on English language teaching in the face of increasing immigration and globalization. Selective methods used in teaching English to non-native speakers in Hong Kong and abroad are examined. The course covers the principles governing curriculum design and issues central to the implementation of different English teaching methods and theories; methods and theories appropriate to young and adult learners in second or foreign language contexts. The principles covered in this course form the basis for subsequent courses on English language teaching techniques. Text: D. Larsen-Freeman and M. Anderson, TECHNIQUES AND PRINCIPLES IN LANGUAGE TEACHING. Assessment: group presentation and discussion, English Language Teaching (ELT) Methods' Schemata, theory and methodology reflection paper.

This course seeks to provide a platform for critical rethinking of the role of business in creating both business value and social value. Porter's “Shared Value Creation” is used as a broad framework to look into the building blocks of creating a win-win situation where economic success and societal benefits co-exist through innovative thinking and solutions. The courses examines how to design innovative businesses that can respond to increasing demands for a fairer and better society, a greener environment and greater job satisfaction, whilst reducing costs, building customer loyalty, attracting and retaining talents, thus creating long-lasting value. Assessment: preparation, attendance, and participation; individual written assignments; group project; group debate.