Dr. Wing Chan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Philip Wing Keung Chan is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for the Master of Education and Master of Inclusive Education at Monash University’s Faculty of Education. His research focuses on AI education, policy, network governance, and leadership, particularly within the context of Asian education systems. He developed the 'Asia Method', which provides multiple reference frames for educational research, facilitating inter-referencing among Asian countries. This framework is particularly beneficial for students in Asia, allowing them to analyze educational issues through a western theoretical lens. Dr. Chan has contributed to course developments at notable institutions including the Chinese University of Hong Kong and the University of Hong Kong, and he plays a prominent role as the co-leader of the Globalisation and Education Work research group at Monash University. He is also an honorary fellow at the School of Education, University of Durham, UK. His extensive publication record includes several edited and authored books that explore diverse challenges in Asia Pacific education, along with his role as co-senior editor for the International Education Journal: Comparative Perspectives. His research interests encompass Network Governance, Educational Policy, and Globalisation, aimed at reforming educational practices. He teaches various courses related to education policy, professional practice, and research methodologies, equipping students with the necessary skills to navigate global educational landscapes.

Research Interests

Courses

Master of Education Master of Inclusive Education EDF2803 - Learning Researching Work-related Contexts EDF3210 - Education Policy Practice EDF3804 - Independent Work-based Project EDF3810 - Mentoring Work EDF5610 - Interacting Research Education Contexts EDF5611 - Investigating Education Issues Global Contexts EDF5663 - Education Globalisation Asian Century EDF5691 - Professional Project EDF5765 - Globalisation Contemporary Education EDF5806 - Policy Practice Education EDF5863 - Assessment Reporting EDF5912 - Researching Professional Practice EDF6005 - Reading, Interpreting Communicating Research EDF6010 - Professional Project (A) EDF6020 - Professional Project (B)

Requirements for Monash University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:12
Reading
Required:13
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:18
Total
Required:79
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related field
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Faculty of Information Technology for most Master's programs including Computer Science and Data Science.