Department of Social Science
Asian Studies
This lesson explores how ghost stories and urban legends reflect societal values and use fear to educate people and influence behavior. We will share some ghost stories from Hong Kong, examine their cultural and historical significance, and reveal how storytellers aim to shape their audience’s behavior. This highlights the power of folklore as a tool for social innovation.
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Thought Experiment: Trolley Problem 123
Psychology
On digital communication platforms, more than half of text messages end with one or more emojis. You may confidently believe you understand the meaning of each common emoji—but do you? Misunderstanding emojis can be harmless in casual conversation but disastrous in teamwork. Let’s explore emojis through the lens of psychology.
Demo Lecture
Asian Studies
Dr. Joe POON
Senior Lecturer
Department of Social Science
Joe, an INTJ personality type, is a workaholic who loves reading, writing, and conducting research. He is also an author specializing in ghost stories and urban legends.
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
Dr. WONG Muk Yan
Associate Professor
Department of Social Science
Psychology
Mr. Roger LUK
Lecturer
Department of Social Science
Roger, a small potato, teaches research methods and statistics in psychology. He loves data analysis, long-distance running, and listening to music.
Department of Social Science