Understanding the Challenges to Differentiate at Higher Educational Institution in Hong Kong

Abstract

This book chapter explains the challenges and issues of implementing differentiated instruction (DI) in higher education in Hong Kong. The challenges and problems are synthesised from an action research study and a review of previous research in this area. The challenges of engaging students and teachers through a student-centred learning approach are discussed, and the chapter provides practical insights for teacher training and professional development. The chapter urges for cooperative research to promote DI and a student-centred teaching approach in Hong Kong. A research recommendation is proposed to address culture-related challenges for successful DI adoption in higher education.