| Date | 1 August 2023 (Tuesday) |
| Time | 09:30 – 11:00 |
| Name of the activity | Language Studies with Big Data |
| Introduction of activity | This workshop provides an opportunity for participants to learn about modern digital technology in language studies. At this workshop, participants will learn more about the use of corpus-based learning tools to enhance cultural understanding of English use and learn new vocabulary words. The instructor will lead the participants through a shared discovery of the data-based language learning integrating problem-solving skills, collaborative learning and presentation. Participants are highly encouraged to bring their devices for in-class activities (e.g., laptop or tablet). |
| Format of Activity | Demo Lecture / Workshop |
| Medium of Instruction | English |
| Introduction to Instructor(s) | Mr. Rhett YU Lecturer Department of English Mr. Yu obtained an MA in English (Applied English Linguistics) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong. His research interests include corpus linguistics, lexico-semantics, and Hong Kong learner English. Mr. Yu is an advocate of using corpus-based or corpus-informed materials in the classroom, and in doing so raising students’ awareness of natural and authentic language, thus enhancing their language learning experience. |
| School / Department | Department of English |
| Related Undergraduate Programme(s) | Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English |
| Quota | 20 |
