Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning in MAKER+
Background of Co-organiser
TWGHs Wong Fung Ling College is an aided school located in Ma On Shan. In 2017, Ms Wong Pui Pui, the innovative teacher of the Innopower@JC: Fellowship for Teachers and Social Workers programme, introduced and developed the TWGHS Wong Fung Ling College Jockey Club MAKER+ Innovative Curriculum Programme (MAKER+). The primary objective of this programme is to address student learning motivation by incorporating elements such as “Learning by Doing” and “Design Thinking”. By immersing students in these activities, the programme aims to empower them and enhance their sense of ownership over their learning experience, ultimately facilitating a state of flow.
Objectives
The programme aims to cultivate students’ proficiency in 21st-century skills, such as curiosity, creativity, empathy, self-directed learning and resilience, through the application of design thinking and hands-on learning experiences.
Project Details
- Assist in the development of reflection tools, team-building activities and teaching kits for specific cases or lessons
- Aid in the general operation of the programme
- Serve as group facilitators is classes to assist students in their learning journeys
- Communicate with NGOs to explore opportunities for collaboration
- Interns will have the opportunity to learn design thinking and acquire fundamental MAKER+ skills throughout the programme
Date
- 13 October - 18 November 2025
- Students are required to work five full days from 8:30am to 5pm (with an hour for lunch) per week
- Special working hours:
- Site-visit activities on Saturday (max. once), if any
Location
TWGHs Wong Fung Ling College in Ma On Shan
Eligibility
All PGDE (full-time) students are welcome, preferably with DAT/STEM/Humanities/Arts/BAFS background
Application Deadline and Procedure
11:59pm, 3 September 2025
- Complete the application form at HKU Moodle (Part 1) AND
- Upload the following documents to the respective project folder at HKU Moodle (Part 2) (Please combine all documents into one Word/PDF file)
- A personal statement (of not more than 200 words) explaining why you would like to join this EL project
- Your updated CV, articles or project portfolio
- Shortlisted students may be required to attend an interview with TWGHs Wong Fung Ling College (details to be confirmed).
Project Keywords
Design Thinking, Education, Experiental Learning, Learning by Doing, Maker
Enquiries
Ms. Fung Po Yin (TWGHs Wong Fung Ling College)
Phone: 2641 6238
Email: [javascript protected email address]