As a fundamental element of the Language and Communication (L&C) Programme is language in real-world contexts, and in support of the educational aims of HKU of performing social responsibilities as a member of the global community, and playing a leading role in improving the well-being of fellow citizens and humankind, L&C students are encouraged to use their language and communication skills in community projects.

 

In 2010, we are collaborating with i-Learner Nebula Group (http://www.i-learner.com.hk) on their community projects. On 9 April 2010, to celebrate the International Year of Biodiversity declared by UNESCO, i-Learner, together with the Society for Community Organisation (SoCO) and Ocean Park, organised a Biodiversity English Fun Day in Ocean Park for 50 primary school children from low-income families, in which students not only learn about the diversity of life on earth and the value this holds for humans, but also get immersed in an authentic English learning environment when they interact with i-Learner’s native English speaking teacher. Six L&C students were volunteers for this event, as assistants to the teachers in conducting the educational tour, providing help with translating and helping the weaker children with their English.

L&C looks forward to engaging in other projects in the global community. Interested parties are invited to contact Dr Lisa Lim, Coordinator, Language & Communication Programme, School of English, HKU, at lisalim@hku.hk