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The Academy of Education Excellence (AEE)

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The Academy of Education Excellence (AEE), facilitated by CEI, open to all faculty members at HKUST who have demonstrated a commitment to improving their teaching skills and have contributed to the development of good teaching practices at the university.

Faculty members with evidence of an excellent teaching track record can apply to become a Junior Fellow, Fellow, or Senior Fellow of the AEE. Applications for AEE fellowship will be reviewed by a committee, and decisions will be based on the qualifications, scholarship, and teaching record, as well as other relevant factors of the applicant.

Why join the Academy?

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Professional Development

Enhance your teaching skills through tailored opportunities

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Recognition

Earn and promote teaching awards and institutional acknowledgment

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Community Building

Exchange ideas and best practices in regular meetings and workshops

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Pedagogical Innovation

Work with CEI & AEE to develop effective teaching strategies

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Mentorship

Provide guidance to junior colleagues

Professional Growth

AEE is designed to support your ongoing development as a skilled, recognized, and scholarly educator

Guidance
Gain more structured support for teaching and learning
Consistency
Benefit from strategic faculty development training
Choice
Opt for a specific pathway to develop your teaching
Incentives
Discover new reasons and rewards for growing as an educator
Scholarly Activity
Contribute to pedagogical research through scholarly activities

 

Key Benefits

Deepen your teaching expertise through reflective practice and evidence-based strategies
Gain meaningful insights into your teaching approach and elevate the learning experience for your students.
Earn formal recognition that enhances your academic profile and career progression at HKUST
Showcase your excellence and commitment to quality teaching within the university community.
Choose tailored professional development pathways aligned with your career goals and teaching interests
Customize your learning journey to focus on areas that most benefit your growth as an educator.
Receive comprehensive documentation of your teaching development for portfolios, promotions, and accreditation
Easily demonstrate your continuous improvement and professional achievements.
Demonstrate your dedication to high standards in higher education teaching
Position yourself as a leader in pedagogical excellence and contribute to the wider academic community.