B. Sc. Honours (Pure Mathematics), University of Calgary, 1998

B.Sc. Honours (Physics), University of Calgary, 1998

M.Sc. Mathematics, University of Toronto, 1999

Ph.D. Mathematics, University of Toronto, 2003

2023-24:  EdUHK Teaching Development Grant: “Prompt Engineering for Effective Personalized Learning:  Unlocking the Potential of Large Language Models for Science and Mathematics Education”

2022-24 IncentivizED Project

2022-24: iTech Fund and CEAR Fund project.

2020-22 Principal Investigator of Quality Education Fund (QEF) from HK Education Bureau (EDB) for "Active Learning Pedagogies and Mobile Applications in Secondary School Math Education" which was awarded HK$2.264 million

2017-20 Principal Investigator of HK University Grants Committee (UGC) Triennium Fund for T&L entitled "Developing Active Learning Pedagogies and Mobile Applications in University STEM Education", awarded HK$15 million= CAD$2.5 million) and has won 10 international educational awards. Please see project website: http://palms.polyu.edu.hk/

2016-21 Principal Investigator of 6 PolyU Teaching Development Grants (total funding HK$1.85 million) for flipped classrooms, SPOCs, gamification; virtual tutorials, online whiteboards; YoTeach!, etc...!

2017 Co-Investigator of General Research Fund, Hong Kong UGC (HK $488,501) "New solutions to some partial differential equations arising from Gauge theories in Physics” (discontinued to to PI retiring)

2012-2017 NSERC Research Grant RGPIN 298724-12 (CAD$12000/year)-declined

2010-11 Visiting Professor travel stipend at Chinese University of HK (HK $23000/year) 

2004-09 NSERC Research Grant RGPIN 298724-04 (CAD$8000/year)

2020 President’s Award for Outstanding Achievement in (Individual) Teaching, PolyU (HK$300K)

2020 e-Learning Forum Asia (elFA) Gold Award for Exemplary Teaching and Learning

2020     Finalist in Hong Kong’s University Grants Committee (UGC) Teaching Awards (General Faculty)

2020 Faculty of Science Award for Outstanding Performance in (Individual) Teaching (HK$100K)

2020 Winner of "School Leader Setting a Trend" - EdTech Awards by EdTech Digest

2019 Silver Award in "EdTech Leader (Tertiary)" Category in EduTech Asia Awards

2018+2021 (Won Twice)Faculty of Science Award for Outstanding Performance in Team Teaching (Team Leader)

2014 Best Teacher Award in Department of Applied Mathematics (best SFQ score)

1. Shroff, R.H., Ting, F.S.T., Chan, C.L., Garcia, R.C.C., Tsang, W.K., Lam, W.H.C. (2023) “Conceptualization, Measurement and Preliminary Validation of Students’ Collaborative Problem-based Learning and Peer Assessment Strategies Using Interactive Whiteboards”, Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 39(1)

2. Ezeamuzie, N., Leung, J., Garcia, R.C.C., Ting, F.S.T, (2022) “Discovering Computational Thinking in Everyday Problem Solving: A Multiple Case Study of Route Planning”, Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, https://doi.org/10.1111/jcal.12720 

3. Ting, F.S.T., Shroff, R.H., Lam, W.H. et al. (2022) “A Meta-analysis of Studies on the Effects of Active Learning on Asian Students' Performance in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Subjects”. Asia-Pacific Edu Res https://doi.org/10.1007/s40299-022-00661-6

4. Ezeamuzie, N., Leung, J., Ting, F.S.T. (2021)   “Unleashing the Potential of Abstraction from Cloud of Computational Thinking: A Systematic Review of Literature”, Journal of Educational Computing Research. https://doi.org/10.1177/07356331211055379

5. Chan, L.C., Shroff, R.H., Ting, F.S.T., Tsang, W.K., Garcia, R.C.C., (2021) “Assessing the Effects of a Collaborative Problem-based Learning and Peer Assessment Method on Junior Secondary Students’ Learning Approaches in Mathematics Using Interactive Online Whiteboards during the COVID-19 Pandemic”, accepted into the Int. Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation.

6. Shroff, R. H., Ting, F. S. T., Lam, W. H., Cecot, T., Yang, J., & Chan, L. K. (2021). Conceptualization, development and validation of an instrument to measure learners’ perceptions of their active learning strategies within an active learning context. International Journal of Educational Methodology, 7(1), 201-223.

7. Ting, F.S.T., Shroff, R.H., Lam, W.H., Chin, C.W., (2020) "Examining the Effect of Flipped Instruction on Students' Learning Approaches Using Interactive Lecture Videos in a Mathematics Course in a STEM Learning Context", Journal on Excellence in College Teaching, Vol. 31, No. 4, 41-68.

8. Ng, O.L., Shi, L., Ting, F.S.T., (2020) Exploring differences in primary students’ geometry learning outcomes in two technology-enhanced environments: dynamic geometry and 3D printing. IJ STEM Ed 7, 50. 

9. Ting, F.S.T., Lam, W.H.C., Shroff, R. (2019) "Active Learning via Problem Based Collaborative Games in a Large First Year Mathematics course in Hong Kong", Education Sciences, 9(172), 1-22.

10. Ng, O.L., Ting, F.S.T., Lam, W.H.C., Liu, M., (2019) "Active Learning in Undergraduate Mathematics Tutorials Via Cooperative Problem-Based Learning and Peer Assessment with Interactive Online Whiteboards. Asia-Pacific Edu Res 29, 285–294.

11. Shroff, R., Ting, F.S.T, Lam, W.H.C. (2019). A conceptual framework for immersion and flow in digital game-based learning: an example of a game-based classroom response system. Ubiquitous Learning: An International Journal, 12(3), 41-60.

12. Shroff, R., Ting, F.S.T., Lam, W.H.C. (2019) "Development and Validation of an Instrument to Measure Students Perceptions of Technology-Enabled Active Learning", Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, 35(4), 109-127.

13. Ting, F.S.T., Shroff, R. H., Lam, W. H., Wong, L. (2019). "YoTeach! A Backchannel Chat App with Machine Learning for Symbol and Math Handwriting Recognition for use in STEM and non-STEM Subjects". In Dan Remenyi (Eds.), e-Learning Excellence Awards: An Anthology of Case Histories 2019. Reading, UK: Academic C

14. Chong, Katie, Wong, K.L., Leung, C.W., Ting, F.S.T. (2019) "Flipped-Classroom with Interactive Videos in First Year Undergraduate Physics Course in Hong Kong", Proc. SPIE 11143, Fifteenth Conference on Education and Training in Optics and Photonics: ETOP 2019, 1114335. 

15. Ting, F.S.T., Wei, J. (2013) "Multi-vortex non-radial solutions to the magnetic Ginzburg-Landau equations", Comm. Math. Phys., 317, 1, p. 69-97.

16. Pakylak, A., Ting, F.S.T., Wei, J. (2012) "Multi-vortex solutions to Ginzburg-Landau Equations with external potential", Arch. Rat. Mech. Anal., 204, 1, p. 313-354.

17. Jonsson, B.L.G., Ovchinnikov, Y., Sigal, I.M., Ting, F.S.T. (2011) "Dynamics of Breakup of Multiple Vortices in Gross-Pitaevskii Equations of Superfluids", J. Math. Phys., 52, 093505.

18. Ting, F.S.T., (2010) "Effective dynamics of multi-vortices in an external potential for Ginzburg-Landau Gradient flow", Nonlinearity, 23, 1, p. 179-210.

19. Gustafson, S., Ting, F.S.T. (2009) “Dynamic stability and instability of pinned fundamental vortices", J. Nonlinear Sci., 19, 4, p. 341-374.

20. Sigal, I.M., Ting, F.S.T. (2005) “Pinning of Magnetic Vortices by an external potential", Algebra i Analyz, 16 (2004), 1, p. 239-268 (also reprinted in St. Petersburg Math. J., 16, 211-236). 

Mar ‘24 “Utilizing AI for Teaching and Learning”, Capability Enhancement Training for Faculty Members and Staff, Cavite State University, Philippines (Zoom)

Feb ‘24 “Leveraging Prompt Engineering in Large Language Models with Active Learning Strategies to Boost Mathematics Outcomes”, CUHK Project on AI for Education

Aug ‘23 “Active learning pedagogies incorporating large language models in STEM related subjects”, HKTEA workshop (Organized)

June ‘23 “IncentiviZED: A platform for Empowering Nurturing Growth and Guided Engagement (ENGAGE)”, EdUHK EdTech Salon, June 2023 

Nov ‘22 “A Novel New Pedagogy To Motivate Students To BE More Active Learners”, EdUHK FHM’s 5th sharing session on VLT project  “Promoting a Dynamic Pedagogical Model of Asynchronous and Synchronous Virtual Teaching and Learning to Enrich Students’ Virtual Learning Experiences”, Zoom.

Aug ‘22 “Active Learning Drawing Pedagogies Supported by Mobile Applications in Secondary School Science and Mathematics Education”, FLASS EOCP Online Teaching Pedagogies, 23 Aug. EdUHK (Organized)

July ‘22 “YoTeach! What Are Some New e-Tools We Can Use to Enhance Active Learning in Our Classes?”, 5th Annual e-Resources Roundtable, HumBOL, 8th July EduHK

Jan. ‘22 “Innovative PALMS drawing pedagogies and apps to increase active learning in Mathematics and Science”, Excellent Teachers on Teaching Excellence Symposium, 2022 

Dec. ‘21 “The benefits of drawing and writing on students' performance in STEM related subjects”, ICLT, Dec. 8-10, EduHK (Paper ID 168)

Dec. ‘21 “Developing Active Learning Pedagogies and Mobile Apps in High school Mathematics Education”, shortlisted project in the “K12” Category at the Reimagine Education Conference. 

Nov. ‘21 “Measuring intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in a digital game-based learning context”, eLFA 2021, 30 Nov-1 Dec 2021. 

Jul. ‘21 “Collaborative Problem-Based Learning and Peer Assessment (Co-PBLa-PA) – a Robust Novel Active    Pedagogy for F2F, Hybrid and Online Modes”, CUHK Learning and Teaching Expo, July 29, 2021

Apr. ’21. “Use of Learning Analytics to give Evidence of Positive Effects of Active learning on student

                learning outcomes”, CoP on Learning Analytics, EDC PolyU.

Mar. ’21. “Cross-Faculty Webinar on Teaching Excellence”, Virtual PolyU CBS Series on Excellence of L&T.

Jan. ’21. “Increasing Active Learning in English@Work MOOC via Online Peer Engagement”, HKCPD Hub.

Dec. ’20. “Flipped Learning in Age of COVID-19”, Virtual Panel Discussion, CUHK

Dec. ’20.  “PALMS Project for STEM Tertiary Education”, Virtual Reimagine Education Conference, USA

Dec. ’20.  “Technology-Enhanced Active Learning: Applying a Novel Pedagogical Approach to STEM”, ICLT

                 Conference, EduHK

Oct. ’20.  “New Paradigms in Learning”, World Education Congress Presents Global EduTech Webinar

Sept. ’20.  “YoTeach! Give students voices in f2f and online teaching – in and out of class!”, Lingnan University Learning and Teaching Center Workshop

  Sept ’20.  “New EdTechs: Reshaping Interactive Teaching”, Institute for Entrepreneurship, PolyU 

Sept ’20.  “Exploring some e-tools for making online learning fun and engaging”, Online Norwegian       

               International school, Hong Kong, Professional Development workshop for Teachers.

Aug ’20.  “Apps for Increasing Interactive Online Learning”, EDC Online Workshop, PolyU 

June ’20.  “Instructional Design in a Virtual Classroom”, K-12 Conference, EduTech Asia Virtual Conference

May ’20.  "Scaling your Teaching:Lessons Learned in QS Reimagine Education Awards", HKU Webinar. 

Apr. ’20.  "What Matters in EdTech Asia", The EdTech Podcast

Mar ’20.  "Apps for Interactive Online Learning", EDC Online Webinar, PolyU.

Dec ’19.  YoTeach! and the PALMS Project; Reimagine Education Conference and Awards, London.

Nov ’19.  "YoTeach! Empower Students with Active Voices!" 18th European Conf. on e-Learning Copenhagen 

Nov ’19.  Moderator for Roundtable Discussion on "Technology Enhanced Active Learning in STEM

                  Education", EduTech Asia Conference, Singapore

Aug ’19.  "Engaging Students with Technology" workshop at the Taylor Institute for T&L, U of Calgary 

June ’19.  "Reimagine Education Award: The Inside View on Applying and Winning!", EDC Workshop, PolyU 

June ’19.  "Integrating Pedagogy with Technology: Apps to Enhance Active Learning!", EDC Workshop, PolyU 

May ‘19   “Using Web-based Backchannels to Increase the Efficacy of the Basic Question and Answer Active Pedagogy           in an Asian Tertiary Institution”, Learning and Teaching @EduHK Festival

May ’19.  "Increasing Active Learning in MOOCs via Peer Online Engagement", eLearning Forum

Asia (eLFA) conference in Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

May ’19.  "Gamified Collaborative Problem Based Learning and Peer Assessment", 45 minute interactive workshop at the Lilly Conference at Baptist University, Hong Kong

Dec. ’18.  "Increasing Active Learning Strategies in STEM Education by Adding Drawing Functionality to their Supporting Apps", Learning and Teaching Expo, Hong Kong Convention Centre.

Nov. ’18.  "PALMS Pedagogic and Active Learning Mobile Solutions", Quacquarelli Symonds

                 Reimagine Education Conference, Education, Conference, San Francisco, USA

Nov. ’18.  "Using WeBWork for Active Learning in Mathematics", WebWork at U-STEM Workshop, CLEAR, Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Aug ’18.  "Engaging Students with Clickers using different active learning strategies", EDC 

May ’18.  "Active Learning Pedagogies and Mobile Applications in University STEM Education",

                   Learning and Teaching Festival @EdUHK, May 25, 2018 (invited)

May ’18.  "Active Learning in an undergraduate Calculus class using interactive online whiteboards", EARCOME8 (East Asia Regional Conferences on Mathematics Education) in Taiwan

Jan ’17.  "How to make Active Learning Happen", Workshop in EDC HK PolyU

Aug ’16. "Clickers and Games in Large Mathematics Classes", Workshop on "Engaging students with Clickers - Hands-on workshop with common tools @PolyU", EDC HK PolyU

May ’16. "Magnetic Ginzburg-Landau equations with applied currents and impurities" International Conference on Applied Mathematics, City University of Hong Kong

May ’16. "Game type student response questions in Large Mathematics Classes", Workshop on "Mobile Era Classroom Interactions (Student Response System)",

CLEAR (Center for Learning Enhancement and Research", CUHK

Mar. ’16. "Expand your assessment toolkit" Workshop in EDC, HK PolyU, "Using an online marking platform Crowdmark for fast and efficient marking"

Sept ’15. Blended Learning Symposium in Hong Kong Polytechnic University, "Using online resources to promote interaction in large Math courses"

June ’15. Applied Analysis and Dynamical Systems at AMMCS-CAIMS Congress in Waterloo, ON, Canada. "Non-radial multi-vortex solutions to the magnetic Chern-Simon-Higgs equations

’04-’13. 14 other math talks in New Mexico, Boston, Toronto, Banff, Purdue, Waterloo, Nfd, Hong Kong

• Organizer of AUSEIC Competiton

• Project on Generative AI for Science and Mathematics Education 

• Guest Lecturer in Department of Mathematics and Information Technology (MIT) at EdUHK (MTH3100, MTH6134)

• HKTEA CoP Leader in the "Innovation and Future of STEM Education"

• (Completed Projects) 

  1. Principal Investigator for UGC T&L PALMS Project which has garnered 12 International Educational Awards 

  2. Principal Investigator for QEF Project on "Developing Active learning Pedagogies with Mobile Application in Secondary School Mathematics Education"

• 2020 UGC Teaching Award Finalist, 2021 President's Award in Teaching (Individual)

• Educational Apps: YoTeach!, Badaboom!, Cell Game, IncentivizED.