Learn Cantonese Language and Culture

Dr. Ken Cheng Siu-kei, a Principal Lecturer and former Director of the Chinese Language Centre at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has established himself as a pioneering figure in Chinese language education and technology integration. His expertise spans Cantonese linguistics, phonology, and Chinese language teaching and assessment, with particular focus on developing innovative learning solutions for Non-Chinese Speaking students. Throughout his career, he has led numerous significant projects, including the development of mobile-based learning tools and artificial intelligence integration in DSR-Chinese subjects. His notable achievements include spearheading the "MOOC of Cantonese Learning - Cantonese for Beginners" project and managing various Language Enhancement Grant initiatives. Dr. Cheng's commitment to educational innovation is further demonstrated through his work on multimedia learning tools, corpus development, and the implementation of blended learning approaches, making significant contributions to Chinese language education in higher education

Dr. David Yuen Chun-wah, serving as a Lecturer and Programme Leader of Minor in Chinese Language & Culture at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has dedicated over a decade to teaching Cantonese to international students and expatriate staff. His significant contributions include leading the CLCIS program in the Faculty of Humanities and serving as the Subject Leader for Elementary Cantonese. His expertise is demonstrated through various innovative projects, including the development of blended learning activities for enhanced interactive learning, research on Cantonese tone acquisition by speakers of different language backgrounds, and the creation of comprehensive teaching strategies and assessment rubrics for Chinese Language Communication courses. As the MOOC Deputy Course Leader, he continues to advance language education methodologies, particularly focusing on making Cantonese accessible to Non-Chinese Speaking students through innovative pedagogical approaches and technology-enhanced learning solutions.

Dr. Yan-yan Lam, a Lecturer at Hong Kong Polytechnic University, has distinguished herself in the field of Chinese language education through her innovative e-learning initiatives and comprehensive teaching approach. Her expertise spans Cantonese linguistics and Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, with significant contributions to developing online learning tools and platforms. She has spearheaded several groundbreaking e-learning projects, including a flipped classroom approach for teaching Cantonese to non-native speakers, an interactive website for Cantonese pronunciation correction, and online platforms for Chinese character writing and professional text correction. As a facilitator of multiple Chinese language courses, including Elementary Cantonese in both English and Putonghua mediums and Chinese I and II, she demonstrates versatility in teaching methodologies while maintaining a strong focus on technological integration to enhance language learning experiences.

Ms Yuk-ling Choi is an Instructor at the Chinese Language Centre of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, specializing in Classical Chinese Literature and Chinese language education. Her teaching portfolio encompasses Chinese Language & Communication Requirement (LCR) courses and Chinese Discipline-Specific Requirement (DSR) courses across multiple faculties including Business, Construction and Environment, and Health and Social Sciences. She has made significant contributions to Cantonese language education through developing online learning materials, designing activities, and recording audio for online Cantonese learning platforms. As a member of the LEG project, she works on testing and correcting Cantonese "Lazy" pronunciation through website development. Choi has designed and taught specialized courses combining Cantonese language with Hong Kong culture, and serves as an examiner for Cantonese Pronunciation Tests. Her expertise in Chinese essay writing is demonstrated through workshops she conducts, including a notable online seminar in April 2020 focusing on efficient and effective Chinese essay writing techniques.

Dr Wai-sin TSANG is an Instructor at the Chinese Language Centre of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, where she plays a key role in developing innovative approaches to Chinese language education. As a team member of the Flipped Classroom project for teaching Chinese as a foreign language, she contributes to creating online Cantonese learning tools specifically designed for non-Cantonese speaking students. Her expertise extends to professional communication, as demonstrated through her workshop leadership on job application letter writing and career preparation strategies. Dr Tsang is actively involved in PolyU's Chinese Language Centre's initiatives to enhance learning effectiveness through digital platforms, including the development of multi-media self-learning materials and interactive face-to-face Cantonese lessons. She also contributes to GenAI applications in learning, teaching, and assessment, sharing her experience in creating authentic assessment tasks for language education.