ENGL Receives EDB Funding to Run a Gifted Education Programme on English Language and Digital Literacies in 2023/24

Our Department of English and Communication (ENGL) is set to unveil a gifted education programme, "Cultivating English Language and Digital Literacies for Future Leaders". This programme is supported by the Gifted Education Fund of the Education Bureau (EDB) of the HKSAR Government.

This year-long programme is meticulously designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of gifted secondary school students in Secondary 4 and 5 (2023/24 school year) in three key areas: academic, digital, and professional workplace literacies. The programme is led by Dr Christy Qiu and Dr Jenifer Ho from the Department.

The Academic Literacies course will provide students with the tools to excel in academic writing and reading and effective communication. The Digital Literacies course will equip students with the skills to navigate the digital world, including interpreting and creating digital content. The Workplace Literacies course will prepare students for the professional world, focusing on business communication and presentation skills.

To consolidate their knowledge, students will undertake a research project under the mentorship of an academic. This project will not only allow students to apply what they learn but also foster their creativity, independent and critical thinking skills. Stay tuned for more information of the programme on our ENGL website: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/engl/.