Instructors have several methods of presentation, in other words, instruction methods, from which to choose. The nature of the subject matter and the course objectives typically determine the method of presentation. Therefore, there shouldn’t be one perfect method for every program. But we do suggest a combination of instruction methods that can help keep the class interesting and the students engaged. Studies have found that teaching by using a variety of methods, a teacher can accommodate to a wide range of learning styles than in using only one teaching method. Some common instruction methods observed in our classrooms are: Didactic-Direct teaching (typically in the form of a lecture or presentation), Modeling-Direct teaching (typically in the form of demonstration and practice), Managerial-Indirect or Interactive teaching (instructors act like an organizer to facilitate the interaction among students and between the students and the information and materials), and Dialogic-Indirect Interactive teaching (provoking ideas and thoughts through the Socratic technique of dialogue).

After extensive research and discussion, GEC has formulated an assessment process that should work for most programs, and which will provide a consistent, fair, and thorough evaluation for all students. 

• Attendance and Participation include regular attendance for the leading professor’s sessions and Mentor Sessions, and office hours, and requires the students’ presence for the entire session.

• (Weekly) Assignments include (weekly) written work, journals, reflections, problem sets, writing computer code, and any other regular “homework” assigned, usually on a weekly basis.

• Research Projects - Every GEC program has a significant hands-on component where students work on research projects (either in groups or alone) closely related to the subject they are studying.

At GEC, we hold meetings and roundtables for all teachers on a regular basis, usually bi-monthly, which offer attendees a chance to expand research, network with colleagues, disseminate knowledge, and provide feedback and advice. We believe that Faculty meetings help to improve education by fostering a collaborative culture and improving teaching and learning. We also hold an annual meeting each year to deliver an oral report on the overall developments of GEC Academy in the past year, with an online LUCKY DRAW launching to show our appreciation. Following list some of the past faculty meeting topics we have covered in 2022:

• Introduction of Academic Writing Training Course​

• New Faculty Orientation

• Interdisciplinary Course Design and Teaching Method 

• Introduction of Global Competence Development Course Project

• ​Annual Review

Within GEC, we establish a strong team that is dedicated to supporting our instructors with their teaching as well as administrative matters at GEC. 

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Each GEC instructor may get in contact with most, if not all teams listed below. 

• Teaching Team

• Academic Team

  • Academic Management Division​

  • Innovative Curriculum Development

• Product Management Team

  • Individualized Seminar Specialist​

  • Product Manager

• Application Team

• ​Finance Team

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For clarifications on their roles and responsibilities, please go to OUR TEAM.