Dr Christelle Davis
Lecturer
- AG418
- +852 2766 7559
- christelle.davis@polyu.edu.hk
Research Overview
My research interests include teaching English, Academic Writing and English for Specific Purposes through Creative Writing, Popular culture and gamification. Of particular interest is the use of macro-memes to support English as a Second Language education.
My most recent research interests lie in the field of e-learning, creative writing and using popular culture in the classroom. I have been a part of several projects that focused on developing innovative digital resources and online platforms that enhance the educational experience, including apps, micro-modules or online classes. I have also explored pedagogical methods and curriculum development aimed at improving students' language proficiency, both written and oral. I am passionate about promoting writing excellence in students. This involves not only academic writing but also creative and professional writing. My research seeks to develop strategies and curricular frameworks that cultivate effective written communication and the ability to articulate ideas persuasively.
Education and Academic Qualifications
- PhD in English, Department of English, The University of Sydney, Australia
- MA in Writing, The University of Technology, Sydney, Australia.
- BA in Communication (Writing and Contemporary Cultures), The University of Technology, Sydney, Australia.
Academic and Professional Experience
- Lecturer, the English Language Teaching Unit, The Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Assistant Professor, English Language and Literature, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea.
- Associate Lecturer, Department of English, The University of Sydney, Australia
- Associate Lecturer, Department of Media and Communications, Macquarie University, Australia
Teaching Areas
- Teaching Areas
- Academic Writing
- English for Specific Purposes
- English for Academic Purposes
- Creative Writing
Research Interests
Research Output
- Davis, C. (Ed.) (2020) Genesis: An Anthology of Writing from the ELTU’s Creative Writing Competition I. http://eltu.cuhk.edu.hk/creative-writing/genesis.php
- Davis, C. (Ed.) (2021). Genesis: An Anthology of Writing from the ELTU’s Creative Writing Competition II. http://eltu.cuhk.edu.hk/creative-writing/genesis2.php
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Tsang, A., Davis, C. (2024) Young Learners’ Well-Being and Emotions: Examining Enjoyment and Boredom in the Foreign Language Classroom. Asia-Pacific Education Researcher https://doi.org/10.1007/s40299-024-00828-3
- Chan, Christy., Man, V., Chen, J., Davis C. & Tsang, E. (forthcoming). English Across the Curriculum: Helping Students with their Capstone Projects via an Interactive Mobile App. Best Practices in English Teaching and Learning in Hong Kong Higher Education. Routledge. (Forthcoming)
- Davis, C. (2014, April). ‘Today is a Good Day for Making a Weapon’. Anak Sastra Magazine, (15). https://anaksastra.com/uploads/3/5/2/6/35260529/15th_issue_pdf.pdf
- Davis, C. (2013, December). ‘Mute and Continue’. Deep South Literary Journal. https://www.otago.ac.nz/deepsouth/2013/ChristelleDavis.html
- Davis, C. (2013) ‘A Timber Wolf in the Woods: Richard Brautigan’s Japanese Poetry’. MBALL Journal, Spring.
Others
- Davis, C. (2021). The appeals and challenges of developing a discipline-related writing support mobile app: Colloquium. Presented at the English Across the Curriculum Conference, Hong Kong.
- Davis, C. (2020). English Across the Curriculum: Use of Capstone Ninja to Support FYP Report Writing: Digital Poster. Presented at the CUHK Teaching and Learning Innovation Expo, Hong Kong.
- Davis, C. (2019). Mobile App for Capstone Writing Projects: Colloquium. Presented at the Hong Kong Continuing Professional Development Symposium, Hong Kong.
- Davis, C. (2019). Capstone Ninja: Mobile App for Final Year Project Writing: Poster Presentation. Presented at the GEN TEFL International Conference, Bali.
- Davis, C. (2018). Adaption Culture in ESL Teaching. Presented at the International Academic Forum: The Asian Conference on Literature and Librarianship, Kobe.
- Davis, C. (2018). Capstone Ninja: Colloquium. Presented at the Hong Kong Continuing Professional Development Symposium, Hong Kong.
- Davis, C. (2017). Y U No?: An exploration of the linguistic adaptations in digital culture. Presented at the American Popular Culture Association Annual Conference, San Diego.
- Davis, C. (2016). English Through Popular Culture: teaching adaptation in the ESL classroom. Presented at the American Popular Culture Association Annual Conference, Seattle.
- Davis, C. (2015). Online 'narm': YouTube personalities and the pursuit of cult status. Presented at the American Popular Culture Association Annual Conference, New Orleans.
- Davis, C. (2014). ‘Bret Easton Ellis really likes tweeting’: a Study of Literary Celebrity in the Digital Age. Presented at the International Academic Forum: The Asian Conference on Literature and Librarianship, Osaka.
- Davis, C. (2013). A Timber Wolf in the Woods: Richard Brautigan’s Japanese Poetry. Presented at the Modern British and American Language and Literature Conference, Changwon.
- Davis, C. (2013). A Timber Wolf in the Woods: Richard Brautigan’s Japanese Poetry. Presented at the International Academic Forum: The Asian Conference on Literature and Librarianship, Osaka.
- Davis, C. (2010). Studying Road Stories: The Car, The Road, The Author. Presented at the Australia and New Zealand American Studies Association Conference, University of Adelaide.
- Davis, C. (2010). Beat Women: Typists and Muses. Presented at the American Literature Association Annual Conference, San Francisco, USA.
