EDUC0102 Positive Education: Promoting Optimal Learning and Well-being in Schools

Course Code

EDUC0102

Course Title

Positive Education: Promoting Optimal Learning and Well-being in Schools

Class Date

14, 15, 16, 17, 20 and 21 July 2026

(22 July 2026 is reserved for class make-up in case there is any cancellation of classes due to bad weather or other unexpected factors.)

 

(23 July 2026 is reserved for class assessment, if any.)

Class Time

2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Teacher

Prof. Ronnel B. King

Associate Professor

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Medium of Instruction

English

Course Description

This course will focus on understanding the theory and practice behind positive education. Students will learn about how to use the science and practice of positive education to enhance learning, happiness, and well-being in school contexts. Throughout the course, participants will engage in discussions, case studies, and class activities to deepen their understanding and the practical application of positive psychology/education in educational settings. Students will also be engaged in several experiential learning activities. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with a comprehensive toolkit of evidence-based strategies to create positive teaching and learning environments that could promote optimal learning and well-being.

Course
Content

Optimal Teaching and Learning Environments

·       Curriculum, teaching, and learning designed to promote learning and well-being in school contexts

·       Whole-person development in the Hong Kong school curriculum

 

Happiness and Well-being

·       Positive emotions

·       Life satisfaction

·       Meaning in life

 

Character Strengths

·       Strengths of wisdom

·       Strengths of courage

·       Strengths of humanity

·       Strengths of justice

·       Strengths of temperance

·       Strengths of transcendence

 

Social and Emotional Learning

·       Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL)

·       Big Five Theory of Social and Emotional Skills

 

Experiential Learning Activities to Promote Well-being

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students are expected to:

·       Recognize the different theories and models that underpin the field of positive education

·       Understand the basic principles of behind student learning and well-being

·       Apply the principles of positive education to foster positive learning environments

·       Evaluate the different positive psychology/education theories and models in terms of their applicability to their personal and future professional choices

Course Assessment

In-class participation (20%)

Group presentation (30%)

E-Portfolio (50%)

 

 

 

The above course information is subject to change and approval.

 

Last updated on 20 February 2026

 

 

 

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