4th Book Sharing: Learning Better
Upcoming Event
| Introduction | To encourage students to read and engage more with faculty members, the New Era Institute of International Education has organized a monthly reading club led by academic staff. The first session of the second series will be facilitated by Dr. Voon Yeun Ting, a senior lecturer at the Institute. All undergraduate and postgraduate students from various higher education institutions are welcome to participate in the discussion or attend as observers. |
| Speaker | Dr. Voon Yeun Ting (Senior Lecturer, Institute of International Education) |
| Reading Material | Ulrich Boser: Learn Better, translated by Zhang Hailong, Beijing: CITIC Publishing House, 2018. |
| Content Overview | Learning Better. offers a unique perspective on how to learn effectively. Ulrich Boser uses engaging, surprising, and insightful examples to provide a new understanding of learning. In today's era of lifelong learning, knowing how to learn effectively is crucial to keep pace with changes. In our fast-paced world, we may not be able to rely on our old skills as easily as before. To overcome this challenge, we need to learn how to use systematic methods to learn more efficiently. Boser also employs inspiring stories to illustrate each learning point and technique. By following the advice in the book, you can learn in a way that is both enjoyable and beneficial. In this reading session, the Speaker will explain how to grasp the value of learning through Boser's Learn Better, covering aspects such as learning objectives, self-improvement during learning, the practice and integration of knowledge and skills, and reflection during the learning process. |
| Seminar Information | Date: March 30, 2023 (Thursday) Time:7.30pm - 9.00pm Platform: ZOOM Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/bp4uyeav *Free registration, due by March 29, 2023. |
