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The Academy of Education Excellence (AEE)

The Academy of Education Excellence (AEE), facilitated by CEI, will be 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 membership 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.


Inaugural Intake of Academy of Education Excellence (AEE) Fellows

Following a rigorous assessment of all applications, the AEE has chosen 21 faculty members who have shown an outstanding dedication to enhancing their teaching methods and advancing effective educational practices at HKUST. Through the AEE, they will also participate in scholarly activities aimed at fostering continuous professional growth for academics.

AEE Fellowships are awarded for a three-year term. Fellows will be invited to provide ongoing evidence of teaching excellence to maintain their titles, ensuring that commitment to innovative pedagogy remains a core focus throughout their tenure.


Why establish the AEE?

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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 to develop effective teaching strategies

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Mentorship

Provide guidance in the Undergraduate Teaching Opportunities Program (UTOP)

How does the AEE enhance your professional growth?

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

 

What are the key benefits of becoming an AEE Fellow?

•  Reflect on and enhance your teaching practice
•  Receive recognition for your contributions to teaching and learning at HKUST
•  Opt for a specific pathway to develop your teaching
•  Document your development as a higher education educator
•  Display your commitment to professional teaching in higher education

More information on the AEE Fellowship Scheme

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