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Internationalizing Education: Teacher Effectiveness and Student Adaptability in Hong Kong and U.S. Post-secondary Institutions

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  • Joseph W.C. Lau
  • Ted T.H. Poon
  • Ingrid Wing Lai

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The study presents a comparative analysis of student perceptions in Hong Kong and the U.S. regarding effective teaching, using the Teacher Behaviours Checklist (TBC). The study used the Teacher Behaviours Checklist (TBC) and involved students from a Hong Kong community college, as well as a parallel study with U.S. community college students. The findings highlighted similarities and differences in student perceptions, influenced by cultural, educational, and personal factors. Commonalities included valuing knowledgeable and creative teachers, while cultural contexts likely influenced differences in the importance of approachability and respect. The study offers insights into shaping student perceptions of effective teaching in diverse international settings. These findings align with the HKSAR Government Policy Address's focus on internationalizing education and suggest diverse teaching strategies to cater to a global student body in Hong Kong's evolving educational landscape.

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  • Joseph W.C. Lau & Ted T.H. Poon & Ingrid Wing Lai, 2025. "Internationalizing Education: Teacher Effectiveness and Student Adaptability in Hong Kong and U.S. Post-secondary Institutions," English Language Teaching, Canadian Center of Science and Education, vol. 18(8), pages 1-45, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:ibn:eltjnl:v:18:y:2025:i:8:p:45
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    1. Mingxin Qu & Martin Forsey, 2024. "Internationalization as Intermingling? A Qualitative Study of Chinese International Students’ Motivations and Experiences in an Australian University," SAGE Open, , vol. 14(3), pages 21582440241, August.
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