Event Details
Date : 8 May 2025 (Thu)
Time : 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Venue : Learning Lab (RRS321, 3/F, Run Run Shaw Building, Main Campus, HKU)
Speakers (in presenting order):
- Prof. Phoebe Lam, Clinical Assistant Professor in Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, HKU
- Dr. David Villena, Assistant Lecturer, Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, HKU
- Prof. Michael Botelho, Assistant Dean of Student Wellness, Clinical Professor, Vox Project Leader, Faculty of Dentistry, HKU
Facilitators:
- Prof. Michael Botelho, Assistant Dean of Student Wellness, Clinical Professor, Vox Project Leader, Faculty of Dentistry, HKU
- Dr. Carson Hung, Lecturer / E-learning Technologist, TALIC, HKU
Abstract
Discover how asynchronous learning, peer supported pedagogies, social learning, and collaboration can transform active learning. Three case studies showcase social learning facilitated by an innovative platform to empower educators and learners in enhancing teaching and learning.
Transforming Dental Education: From Virtual Simulations to Clinical Excellence with Vox 2
This presentation will showcase Vox 2 using a flipped class pedagogy that empowers students’ learning and autonomy. This presentation will demonstrate how the platform supports before-class and in-class learning for psychomotor skills using vicarious learning dialogue videos and supports students’ transition to clinical practice.
Speaker
Prof. Phoebe Lam is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Hong Kong, specializing in undergraduate and postgraduate education. A recipient of three Teaching Development Grants, she pioneers innovative pedagogies such as flipped classrooms, virtual reality simulation, and gamification. Committed to student collaboration, she co-designs experiential dental projects, earning her team multiple awards for initiatives in Hong Kong, Mainland China, Uganda, Togo, and other developing regions. Her excellence in teaching was recognized with HKU’s 2024 Faculty Outstanding Teaching Award and Early Career Teaching Award.
AI, Ethics, and Peer Learning: Revolutionizing Assessment in Humanities Through Asynchronous Engagement
Showcasing Dr. David Villena’s innovative use of peer review and AI integration to foster critical thinking and student-driven evaluation in philosophy and digital ethics courses.
Speaker
Dr. David Villena teaches “The Philosophy of AI” in the current academic term and taught “The Ethics and Philosophy of Digital Technologies” in 2023/24. He works for the Master’s in AI, Ethics and Society at HKU and has extensive experience designing and facilitating courses on public sector ethics for civil service officials. More information about Dr. Villena is available on his website.
Scaling Innovation: Vox2’s Four-Pillar Framework for Sustainable, Data-Driven Education
Exploring Prof. Michael Botelho’s holistic approach to collaborative ecosystems, AI-powered change management, competency tracking, and institutional scalability for future-ready learning environments.
Speaker and Facilitator
Prof. Michael Botelho is a Clinical Professor of Prosthodontics at the University of Hong Kong and serves as Assistant Dean of Student Wellness. A pioneer in educational technology, he led the development of Vox, an award-winning digital tool that merges evidence-based pedagogy with clinical precision. His innovative work has secured multiple Teaching Innovation Grants, focusing on student engagement, assessment strategies (for and of learning), and evidence-based educational approaches.
For information, please contact:
Ms. Wing LIN
Teaching and Learning Innovation Centre- 3917 6038
- winglwf@hku.hk