Staff Profile

Biography

KC is a world renowned scholar and leader in the open and distance education field. In 2023, he received two highest accolades in the field, the International Council for Open and Distance Education (ICDE) "Prize of Excellence" and the Asian Association for Open and Distance Learning (AAOU) "Meritorious Service Award", each of which is given to only one distinguished person in a year.

For a decade, KC has been appointed Professor on a visiting basis for Middlesex University in the United Kingdom, he also served as the university’s advisor and consultant for the Doctorate of Professional Studies degree programme for many years. He has also been appointed Visiting Professor of many institutions in China, such as Hebei Academy of Social Sciences and Hebei University of Economics and Business.

At Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU), KC is serving as the inaugural Dean of the School of Open Learning. He is keen to assist students to effectively complete distance-learning and part-time programmes and succeed in gaining undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications. In addition, KC leads research in innovative learning, teaching and educational administration at the University’s Institute for Research in Open and Innovative Education, as its Director. Just in the last decade, he has obtained a total over US$4 million research funding.

KC served as the founding Research Director of HKMU between 2010 and 2023. He led his team to set up the research infrastructure and rapidly develop institutional research competence with remarkable successes. He is now leading HKMU’s development in big-data analytics.

KC has published over 250 refereed journal articles/book chapters/conference papers and 8 monographs/textbooks, co-edited 12 books. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief for the Asian Association of Open Universities Journal (Scopus Q1) and one of the Editors for the 'Innovation and Technology in Education' Section of SN Computer Science (Scopus Q1), has been Guest Editor of special issues for six renowned journals, as well as editorial board member for distinguished journals. Being keenly interested in research in innovative and open education, He has successfully obtained funding for a large number of research and development projects in related research areas.

For more than three decades, KC has devoted to open education and related development, for which he has played a broad variety of roles, including strand/department head, course developer, course development coordinator, postgraduate and undergraduate programme leader, course coordinator, and supervisor for doctoral research. He has headed teaching teams in the disciplines of business, education and language studies. In 2016, he founded HKMU’s Institute for Research in Open and Innovative Education.

For the Asian Association of Open Universities (AAOU) which has over 60 member institutions, KC also served as the Secretary-General for three years from 2014, actively promoting professional development and facilitating professional exchanges in open and distance education for the institutional members of the Association. He is now one of AAOU's Executive Committee Members and International Accreditation Board Members.

Being active in the academic and professional communities, KC has engaged in a broad variety of community services. He is currently the Chairman of Hong Kong Society of the Chartered Institute of Linguists, and advisor for the Programme Endorsement Sub-Committee of the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management. In the past, he contributed as an advisor in a broad range of study and training programmes and as a key member in committees of various professional bodies, for example, he was the founding Chairman of the Council of Hong Kong Professional Associations.

Closely connected to the school sector in Hong Kong, KC has served for more than two decades as a School Supervisor/Manager for many secondary and primary schools of a major sponsoring body.

KC has earned three bachelor’s degrees, four master’s degrees and a PhD from renowned institutions, including the University of Hong Kong, Peking University and the University of London. He has also been awarded many professional qualifications such as Diploma in Education, Advanced Diploma in Translation, as well as Chartered Linguist and Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Linguists.

KC has organized many international conferences in areas of open, online and innovative education and technology-mediated education, including the signature annual event: International Conference on Open and Innovative Education (ICOIE). He is also popular at local and overseas conferences and professional events as a keynote speaker.

Teaching Areas & Research Interests

• Open and flexible education
• Open educational resources
• Technology in education
• Academic analytics
• Mobile learning
• Blended learning
• Language genre analysis
• Curriculum design

Academic & Professional Experience

Visiting Professor and advisor (honorary appointments), Doctorate in Professional Studies Programme, Department of Education, Middlesex University, UK
          November 2012 – present

Visiting Professor (honorary appointment), Hebei University of Economics and Business, China
          appointed in 2017

Visiting Professor (honorary appointment), Hebei Academy of Social Sciences, China
          appointed in 2012

Visiting Professor (honorary appointment), Kaifeng University, China
          appointed in 2007

Visiting Professor (honorary appointment), Hefei University, China
          appointed in 2007

Chair Professor (honorary appointment), Handan College, China
          appointed in 2006

Chair, Chartered Institute of Linguists Hong Kong Society
          2022 – present,
          1999 – 2022, Executive Committee Member/ Vice Chair/ Chair/ President

Editor-in-Chief, Asian Association of Open Universities Journal
          2014 – present

Editor: 'Innovation and Technology in Education' Section of SN Computing Science
          2020 – present

Editorial Board Member: Interactive Technology and Smart Education
          2017 – present

Editorial Board Member: Higher Education Quarterly
          2017 – 2021

Subject Specialist, Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications
          2007 – 2014; 2016 – present

Selected Publications

Book Chapters

• Li, K. C., Wong, J. M. S., & Chow, S. M. (Forthcoming). The notion of “scholar” among the Chinese: From Confucianism to contemporary practice. In P. Gibbs, V. de Rijke & A. Peterson (Eds.), The contemporary scholar in higher education. Springer Nature.
• Li, K. C., & Wong, J. M. S. (2023). Trends and issues of digital learning in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. In Trends and issues of digital learning in high-digital-competitiveness countries: Country reports and international comparison. Technological and Vocational Education Research Center, National Taiwan Normal University and K–12 Education Administration, Ministry of Education, Taiwan.
• Li, K. C., Wong, B. T. M., & Chan, H. T. (2023). Prediction of at-risk students using learning analytics: A review of literature. In: Cheung et al. (Eds.), Technology in Education. Innovative Practices for the New Normal (pp. 119–128). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-8255-4_11
• Wong, B. T. M., Li, K. C., & Chan, H. T. (2023). A survey of evaluation approaches in STE(A)M education. In: Cheung et al. (Eds.), Technology in Education. Innovative Practices for the New Normal (pp. 289–298). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-8255-4_25
• Wong, B. T. M., Li, K. C., & Liu, M. (2023). A review of smart education practices across subject disciplines. In: Cheung et al. (Eds.), Technology in Education. Innovative Practices for the New Normal (pp. 208–217). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-8255-4_18
• Li, K. C., Wong, B. T. M., & Chan, H. T. (2023). Predictive analytics for university student admission: A literature review. In: C. Li, S. K. S. Cheung, F. L. Wang, F. L., A. Lu, & L. F. Kwok (Eds.), Blended learning: Lessons learned and ways forward (pp. 250–259). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-35731-2_22
• Li, K. C. (2023). Agile-blended learning as a metropolitan teaching approach. In: C. Li, S. K. S. Cheung, F. L. Wang, F. L., A. Lu, & L. F. Kwok (Eds.), Blended learning: Lessons learned and ways forward (pp. 14-19). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-35731-2_2
• Li, K. C., & Wong, B. T. M. (2024). Features and trends of personalised learning: A review of journal publications from 2001 to 2018. In: Cheung et al. (Eds.), Personalized Learning: Approaches, Methods and Practices (pp. 4–17). Routledge.
• Li, K.C., Wong, B.T.M., Kwan, R., Wu, M.M.F., & Cheung, S.K.S. (2022). Evaluation of hybrid teaching effectiveness: The perspective of academics. In R.C. Li, S.K.S. Cheung, P.H.F. Ng, L.P. Wong, & F.L. Wang (Eds.), Blended learning: Engaging students in the new normal era, Springer, pp. 265–274.
• Cheung, S.K.S., Wong, B.T.M., & Li, K.C. (2022). Learning in the new normal era: Students' perception on the use of open educational resources. In R.C. Li, S.K.S. Cheung, P.H.F. Ng, L.P. Wong, & F.L. Wang (Eds.), Blended learning: Engaging students in the new normal era, Springer, pp. 348–357.
• Li, K.C. (2021). Confucian love in higher education. In V. de Rijke, A. Peterson, & P. Gibbs (Eds.), Higher education and love, Springer, pp. 43–61.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). Personalised learning in STE(A)M education: A literature review. In Li et al. (Eds.), Blended Learning: Re-thinking and Re-defining the Learning Process, Springer, pp. 142–151.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2020). Social media in higher education: A review of their uses, benefits and limitations. In Lee et al. (Eds.), Technology in education: Innovations for online teaching and learning. Springer, pp. 248–257.
• Li, K.C., Wong, B.T.M., & Wong, B.Y.Y. (2020). Enhancing teaching of an educational institution via building up its research capacity. In K.C. Li, E.Y.M. Tsang, & B.T.M. Wong (Eds.), Innovating education in technology-supported environments, Springer, pp. 333–343.
• Wong, B.T.M., & Li, K.C. (2020). Meeting diverse student needs for support services: A comparison between face-to-face and distance-learning students. In K.C. Li, E.Y.M. Tsang, & B.T.M. Wong (Eds.), Innovating education in technology-supported environments. Springer, pp. 253–268.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2020). Personalising learning with learning analytics: A review of the literature. In Cheung et al. (eds.), Blended Learning: Education in a Smart Learning Environment. Springer, pp. 39–48.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). Mobile learning in health-related disciplines (2009–2018): A review of case studies with the FRAME model. In S.K.S. Cheung, J. Jiao, L.K. Lee, X. Zhang, K.C. Li, Z. Zhan (Eds.), Technology in Education: Pedagogical Innovations, Springer, pp. 191–202.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). Blended learning in Hong Kong higher education. In D. Singh & M. Makhanya (Eds.), Essays in Online Education – a Global Perspective, UNISA Press, pp. 107–120.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). How learning has been personalised: A review of literature from 2009 to 2018. In Cheung et al (Eds.), Blended Learning: Educational Innovation for Personalized Learning, Springer, pp. 72–81.

Journal Articles

• Li, K. C., & Wong, B. T. M. (2023). Artificial intelligence in personalised learning: A bibliometric analysis. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 30(3), 422–445. https://doi.org/‌10.1108/‌‌ITSE-01-2023-0007
• Wong, B. T. M., Li, K. C., Kwan, R., & Wu, M. M. F. (2023). Learning in a hybrid synchronous mode: Experiences and views of university students. International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 34(2), 197–207. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJIL.2023.132756
• Li, K. C., Wong, B. T. M., Kwan, R., Chan, H. T., Wu, M. F. M., & Cheung, K. S. S. (2023). Evaluation of hybrid learning and teaching practices: The Perspective of Academics. Sustainability, 15(8), 6780. https://doi.org/10.3390/su15086780
• Wong, B. T. M., Li, K. C., & Chan, H. T. (2023). A survey of smart learning practices: Contexts, benefits, and challenges. International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 34(2), 122–142. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJIL.2023.132755
• Wong, B. T. M., Li, K. C., Chan, H. T., & Cheung, S. K. S. (2023). HyFlex learning research and practice: A longitudinal analysis. Sustainability, 15(12), 9699. https://doi.org/10.3390/su15129699
• Li, K. C., Wong, B. T. M., & Chan, H. T. (2023). Teaching and learning innovations for distance learning in the digital era: A literature review. Frontiers in Education, 8. https://doi.org/10.3389/feduc.2023.1198034
• Cheung, S. K. S., Wong, B. T. M., & Li, K. C. (2023). Perceived usefulness of open educational resources: Impact of switching to online learning for face-to-face and distance learners. Frontiers in Psychology, 13, 1004459.
• Li, K. C., Wong, B. T. M., Kwan, R., & Cheung, S. K. S. (2023). Guest editorial: Catering for learner diversity with technological advances. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 20(3), 289–290. https://doi.org/10.1108/ITSE-09-2023-251
• Chen, A., Liu, H., Li, K. C., & Jia, J. (2023). For educational inclusiveness: Design and implementation of an intelligent tutoring system for student-athletes based on self-determination theory. Sustainability [Scopus – Q1 in Geography, Planning and Development category], 15(20), 14709. https://doi.org/10.3390/su152014709
• Li, K.C. & Wong, B.T.M. (2022). Personalisation in STE(A)M education: a review of literature from 2011 to 2020. Journal of Computing in Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12528-022-09341-2
• Li, S., Kwok, S. W. H., Siu, S. C. N., Chung, J. Y. S., Lam, H. C. Y., Tsang, E. Y. M., Li, K. C., Yeung, J. W. Y., & Lam, S. C. (2022). Development of generic student engagement scale in higher education: An application on healthcare students. Nursing Open, 00, 1– 11. https://doi.org/10.1002/nop2.1405
• Wong, B.T.M., Li, K.C. & Cheung, S.K. (2022). An analysis of learning analytics in personalised learning. Journal of Computing in Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12528-022-09324-3
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2022). How smart learning has been achieved: A review of the literature (2011–2020). International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, 16(3), 310–322.
• Wong, B.T.M., Li, K.C., & Cheung, S.K.S. (2022). An analysis of learning analytics in personalised learning. Journal of Computing in Higher Education. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12528-022-09324-3
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). Features and trends of personalised learning: A review of journal publications from 2001 to 2018. Interactive Learning Environments, 29(2), 182–195.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). Research landscape of smart education: A bibliometric analysis. Interactive Technology and Smart Education. 19(1), 3–19.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). Review of smart learning: Patterns and trends in research and practice. Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 37(2), 189–204.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). A review of the use of open educational resources: The benefits, challenges and good practices in higher education. International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 30(3), 279–298.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). A literature review of augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality in language learning. International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, 15(2), 164–178.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2021). The opportunities and challenges of social media in higher education: A literature review. SN Computer Science, 2, article 455. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42979-021-00857-5
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2020). Trends of learning analytics in STE(A)M education: A review of case studies. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 17(3), 323–335.
• Wong, B.T.M., & Li, K.C. (2020). A review of learning analytics intervention in higher education (2011–2018). Journal of Computers in Education, 7(1), 7–28.
• Hwang, G.J., Li, K.C., & Lai, C.L. (2020). Trends and strategies for conducting effective STEM research and applications: A mobile and ubiquitous learning perspective. International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, 14(2), 161–183.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2020). The use of student response systems with learning analytics: A review of case studies (2008–2017). International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, 14(1), 63–79.
• Li, K.C. (2019). E-Learning in China. Open Learning: The Journal of Open, Distance and e-Learning, 34(2), 213–216.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). Factors of student persistence for open universities: Changes over the years. International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 20(4), 132–151.
• Li, K.C., Lee, L.Y.K., Wong, S.L., Yau, I.S.Y., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). Evaluation of mobile learning for the clinical practicum in nursing education: Application of the FRAME model. Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 31(2), 290–310.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). The professional development needs for the use of educational technology: A survey of the Hong Kong academic community. Interactive Technology and Smart Education, 16(2), 159–171.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). Enhancing learners' metacognition for smart learning: Effects of deep and surface learning, disorganisation, achievement goals and self-efficacy. International Journal of Smart Technology and Learning, 1(3), 203–217.
• Li, K.C., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). Advancing teaching with massive open online courses: A review of case studies. International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 25(2), 141–155.
• Li, K.C., Lee, L.Y.K., Wong, S.L., Yau, I.S.Y., & Wong, B.T.M. (2019). The effects of mobile learning for nursing students: An integrative evaluation of learning process, learning motivation, and study performance. International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation, 13(1), 51–67.
• Wong, B.T.M., Li, K.C., Wong, B.Y.Y., & Yau, J.S.W. (2019). Evolution and effectiveness of e-learning in accounting education: The case of Hong Kong. International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 25(2), 185–196.

Selected Professional & Community Services

• Member of Executive Committee, Asian Association of Open Universities, 2023 – present
• Secretary-General, Asian Association of Open Universities, 2014 – 2016
• Member, Central Secondary School Management Committee and Central Primary School Management Committee, Hong Kong Council of Church of Christ in China (CCC), 2001 – present
• Member, Professional Standards Committee, Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management, 2010 – present
• Advisor, Programme Endorsement Sub-Committee, Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management, 2010 – present
• Senior Advisor, Bureau of Commerce, Handan City, Hebei Province, China, appointed in 2007
• Advisor, Education Bureau, Handan City, Hebei Province, China, appointed in 2006
• Chairman, Council of Hong Kong Professional Associations, 2005 – 2011
• Expert, Expert Committee for National Licensing Training for Marketers, appointed in 2003
• Invited keynote/plenary speaker, examples in 2023: (a) 'Agile-blended learning as a metropolitan teaching approach', International Conference on Blended Learning, City University of HK, HK PolyU and HKCT IHE, HK, 17 July 2023. (b) 'Exploring an innovative pedagogical strategy for metropolitans: agile-blended learning', ICOIE, HKMU, HK, 4 July 2023. (c) 'University–industry linkage and development of higher education', AAOU Webinar on the Future of Open, Flexible and Distance Learning, 21 June 2023. (d) 'A quest for pedagogy for lifelong development and digital learning in a metropolis', 2023 Online International Conference on SDGs and Digital Learning, NOU, Taiwan, 19 May 2023. (e) 'Inclusiveness of lifelong learning for all', International Seminar on Digital Transformation Reshaping Lifelong Learning for All, Secretariat of the National Commission of the People's Republic of China for UNESCO, Shanghai, 20 April 2023.

Modified Date: 13 Nov, 2024
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