Profile of Dr POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強 - The Education University of Hong Kong


Assistant Professor	Department of Mathematics and Information Technology

Contact

ORCiD

0000-0001-7238-5112

Phone

(852) 2948 7820

kkpoon@eduhk.hk

Address

10 Lo Ping Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong

Website

https://pappl.eduhk.hk/rich/web/person.xhtml?pid=15256&name=POON, Kin Keung Eric

Scopus ID

12769675200

Research Interests

Discrete Mathematics, Graph Theory, Analysis,Complex Dynamics, IT in Mathematics Education, Problem Solving in Primary and Secondary Education

External Appointments

Reviewer for Mathematical Reviews of the American Mathematical Society. Academic Advisor of the Po Leung Kuk Primary Mathematics World Contest. Organizing Committee of the Hong Kong Primary Joint Schools Mathematics Competition.

Personal Profile

Dr. Poon Kin Keung obtained his BSc (Hons) degree in Mathematical Science from the Hong Kong Baptist University, and his PhD degree in Mathematics from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. He also obtained a PGDE from the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Dr. Poon has received numerous honors during his study and career, including a Certificate of Merit in the QEF Outstanding Project Award for Problem Solving Among Teachers and Pupils in Primary Mathematics (with C.K. Leung, Y.K. Man and Louisa Lam). He was also awarded a Sir Edward Youde Memorial Fellowship, an Elkhorn Enterprises Limited Scholarship, a Two/Ten Charity Trust Scholarship, a Hong Kong Youth Scholarship as well as received Honorable Mention in the Mathematical Contest in Modeling.

Dr. Poon is now an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Information Technology at the Education University of Hong Kong. His research interests cover topics in problem solving in primary and secondary mathematics, technology in mathematics education, complex dynamics and discrete mathematics. He is currently an editor of the Far East Journal of Mathematical Education http://www.pphmj.com/journals/fjme.htm.

Research Interests

Discrete Mathematics, Graph Theory, Analysis,Complex Dynamics, IT in Mathematics Education, Problem Solving in Primary and Secondary Education

External Appointments

Research Outputs


Scholarly Books, Monographs and Chapters 潘建強 (2010). 談談一些數學遊戲. 江紹祥、梁志強, 數學教育的探究學習：研討會論文集(一) (54-63). 香港: 香港教育學院. 潘建強 (2008)。這是一道一筆劃問題嗎？。輯於《第十七、十八屆全港小學數學比賽專輯》 (頁12-14)。香港: 香港教育專業人員協會。潘建強、邵慰慈 (2008)。《勤達高等數學系列──基礎數論》。香港: 勤達出版有限公司。潘建強 (2007)。從鴿巢原理開始。輯於《2007年數學四方會特刊》 (頁22-24)。香港: 牛津大學出版社。 Leung, C. K., Lai, M. Y., Poon, K. K., & Leung, K. S. (Eds.) (2007). Proceedings of the Hong Kong Mathematics Education Conference 2007. 223 pp., Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Association for Mathematics Education. 梁志強、林淑華、潘建強、文耀光及王倩婷 (2005)。《愉快的解題者》。香港: 香港教育學院。梁志強、林淑華、潘建強、文耀光及王倩婷 (2005)。《愉快的解題者：思考題集》。香港: 香港教育學院。
Journal Publications Fung, C.H., Poon, K.K., Besser, M., & Fung, M.C. (2024). Improving short-term academic performance in the flipped classroom using dynamic geometry software. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 40(2), 775-786. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcal.12914 Fung, C.H., Poon, K.K. & Ng, S.P (2022). Fostering student teachers’ 21st century skills by using flipped learning by teaching in STEM education. Eurasia Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 18(12), 1-26. https://doi.org/10.29333/ejmste/12728 Fung, C.H. , Besser, M. & Poon, K.K. (2021). Systematic Literature Review of Flipped Classroom in Mathematics. EURASIA Journal of Mathematics, Science and Technology Education, 17(6), 1-17. Fung, C.H. & Poon, K.K. (2021). Can dynamic activities boost mathematics understanding and metacognition? A case study on the limit of rational functions. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 52(8), 1225-1239. Tang Y.S. & Poon K.K. (2020). Dynamic Engagement with Fractions using GeoGebra. Learning and Teaching Mathematics, 29, 16-19. Man, Y.K., & Poon, K.K. (2020). A simple proof of Stewart's Theorem. Learning and Teaching Mathematics, 28, 28-29. Poon, K.K. (2018). Learning fraction comparison by using a dynamic mathematics software – GeoGebra. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 49(3), 469-479. Poon, K. K. , Wong, K. L. (2017). Pre-constructed dynamic geometry materials in the classroom – how do they facilitate the learning of ‘Similar Triangles’?. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 48(5), 733-755. Kumar, D., Kumar, S. & Poon, K. K. (2016). Escaping set and Julia set of transcendental semigroups. Advances in Theoretical and Applied Mathematics, 11(4), 423-436. Poon, K. K. & Leung, C. K. (2016). A study of geometric understanding via logical reasoning in Hong Kong. International Journal for Mathematics Teaching and Learning, 17(3), 92-123. Chen, Y., Leung, K.S., Poon, K.K., Su, Y. (2016). Statistical Study of the Impact of the Basis Effect on Futures Hedging: Evidence from China. Applied Mathematical Sciences, 10 (25), 1219-1249. Poon, K. K. (2015). Another Proof on generalized Viviani’s Theorem. Global Journal of Pure and Applied Mathematics, 11(6), 4511-4513. Poon, K.K. & Yick, D. P. (2015). Secondary School Students learning the translation of functions in a computer-assisted lesson. Far East Journal of Mathematical Education, 14 (2), 69-102. Man, Y.K., & Poon, K.K. (2014). Exploring the limits of trigonometric functions: results and reflections from a pilot study.. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 45(2), 214-226. Poon, K.K. & Man, Y.K. (2013). Dynamic learning approach to studying curve stitching on a unit circle. Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications, 32(4), 223-229. Poon, K.K. and Wong, H. C. (2012). A study of a multiple-strategy approach to locating the centre of a circle. Learning and Teaching Mathematics, 13, 46-51. Poon, K.K., & Leung, C.K. (2010). Pilot study on algebra learning among junior secondary students. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 41 (1), 49-62. Poon, K. K., Shiu, W. C., Shao, Z., & Yeh, K. R. (2008). The L(2,1)-labeling of K(1,N)-free graphs and its applications. Applied Mathematics Letters, 21 (11), 1188-1193. Poon, K. K., & Shiu, W. C. (2008). On the Dirichlet's box principle. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 39 (6), 833-838. Poon, K. K., Shiu, W. C., Shao, Z., & Zhang, D. (2008). A new approach to the L(2,1)-labeling of some products of graphs. IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems II: Express Briefs, 55 (8), 802-805. Poon, K.K., Yeung, K.W. and Shiu, W.C. (2005). On the decimal number base n. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 36(6), 601-605. Poon, K.K. (2004). On Harper’s result of the bandwidth of graphs. Czechoslovak Mathematical Journal, 54(129), 401-405. Shiu, W.C., Peter Lam, C.B., Poon, K.K. (2002). On the Wiener number of polygonal nets. Discrete Applied Mathematics, 122, 251-261. Poon, K.K. (1999). Fatou-Julia theory on transcendental semigroups II. Bulletin of the Australian Mathematical Society, 59, 257-262. Poon, K.K. (1998). Fatou-Julia theory on transcendental semigroups. Bulletin of the Australian Mathematical Society, 58, 403-410. Poon, K.K. & Yang, C.C. (1998). Dynamical behavior of two permutable entire functions. Annales Polonici Mathematici, 68, 159-163. Poon, K.K. & Yang, C.C. (1998). Dynamics of composite functions. Proceedings of the Japan Academy Series A-Mathematical Sciences, 74, 87-89.
Conference Papers Eric Poon, T.W. Wong (2016, September). Dynamic proof of the Wallace-Bolyai-Gerwien Theorem. Paper presented in the Seventh Nordic GeoGebra Conference. 23 - 25 September 2016. Trondheim, Norway, Trondheim, Norway. 潘建強 (2013，6). 在數學課中運用動態幾何軟件作探究式學習。論文發表於Inquiry-based learning in Mathematics and e-learning in Green & Cloud Computing Environment Seminar，香港。潘建強 (2012，6). Wallace-Bolyai-Gerwien定理的動態證明及在小學數學的應用。論文發表於《學校教育的數碼教室與處理學習差異的數學教育》研討會，香港。 K.K.Poon (2011, June). 動態幾何軟件與微積分教學. e-Learning for Twenty-first Century Skills: Assessment for Mathematics Learning, Hong Kong., Hong Kong. Poon, Kin Keung (2010, June). An introduction to some mathematical games. Seminar on Inquiry in Mathematics Education and e-learning in School Education, Hong Kong. 潘建強 (2007，12). 課堂學習研究──反射變換及軸對稱的性質。論文發表於「世界課堂研究學會──國際研討會2007」，香港。
Creative and Literary Works, Consulting Reports and Case Studies Poon, H. C., Wong, T. W., & Poon, K. K. (2007). Minds Mathematics Mult-level Exercises with Q-cards (Primary 4 to Primary 6). Hong Kong: Minds Publishing Co., Ltd..
All Other Outputs T.W. Wong, K.K. Poon (2011)。 Chief Editor of Datum 《數學教育期刋》。Hong Kong: Department of Mathematics and Information Technology, Hong Kong Institute of Education。 K.K. Poon (2010). Member of the Focus Group (Junior Secondary Mathematics) of Depository of Curricular-based learning and Teaching Resources. Hong Kong: EDB. K.K.Poon (2010). Chairman of The Test Development Committee (Secondary Mathematics). Hong Kong: Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority. Poon Kin Keung (2010)。 Reviewer of a Journal paper。Hong Kong Journal of Early Childhood。潘建強、黃德華 (2009)。審編《數學教育期刊》第44期，香港教育學院，香港。。香港: 香港教育學院。 Poon, K. K. (2009). Reviewer of a journal article, Mathematical Reviews. (2007)。《數學教育期刊》第43期。香港: 香港教育學院。 Poon, K. K., Chan, K., & Han, N. S. (2007). Academic advisor, The Po Leung Kuk 11th Primary Mathematics World Contest. Hong Kong: Po Leung Kuk, The Hong Kong Institute of Education. (2007)。《香港數學教育會議2007論文集》。香港: 香港教育學院。潘海昌、黃德華及潘建強 (2007)。《明思數學》(1A─6D)。香港: 明思出版有限公司。潘建強、文耀光 (2005)。一題多解練腦筋。香港: 明報。

Projects


Enhancing Preservice Teachers’ Mathematical Proficiency for Teaching: Using Hypothetical Situations within an online eLearning Community in Teacher Education .. Project Start Year: 2019, Principal Investigator(s): ZHANG, Qiaoping 張僑平 (POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強 as Co-Investigator)
Complex Dynamics on Transcendental Functions and Semigroups ... Project Start Year: 2017, Principal Investigator(s): POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強
Developing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) “E-pedagogy in Mathematics Learning and Teaching” This project aims to develop a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) as an exemplar of professional development for all academic and teaching staff at EdUHK/HKIEd. To meet the need for enriching primary and secondary teachers’ professional development related to e-learning in Hong Kong, a MOOC “E-pedagogy in Mathematics Learning and Teaching” is developed as a signature course of EdUHK/HKIEd to equip the academic and teaching staff at EdUHK/HKIEd, as well as pre- and in-service mathematics teachers with the ability and competence in developing e-pedagogy for learner-centered learning. E-pedagogy course packs which include topics on five dimensions in primary mathematics and three dimensions in secondary mathematics will be developed. A Putonghua language version is provided alongside the Cantonese version in the course resources such as videos. After the digital resources are developed in each stage, academic and teaching staff at EdUHK/HKIEd will be invited to trial and evaluate the MOOC. Project Start Year: 2015, Principal Investigator(s): KONG, Siu Cheung 江紹祥 (POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強 as Co-Investigator)
TDG Project: Teaching and learning portfolios for active, engaged and reflective learning This project aims to: (a) design and develop e-portfolios via the Mahara environment to enhance active, engaged and reflective learning; (b) select, design and develop suitable learning and teaching materials for incorporation in the e-portfolios; (c) enable the students to aware the rationales and the advantages of adoption of teaching and learning portfolios in education; and (d) enhance the quality of learning and teaching of mathematics and information technology courses. Project Start Year: 2012, Principal Investigator(s): POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強, KONG, Siu Cheung 江紹祥, MAN, Yiu Kwong 文耀光
Enhancing the relationship between teaching and learning of mathematics and information technology courses This project aims to: (a) enhance the relationship between teaching and learning of subject courses with concrete examples in the primary or secondary context; (b) develop pedagogy and related teaching and learning materials in mathematics and information technology courses suitable for online learning or e-learning; (c) integrate the end-products of this project to become part of the departmental teaching portfolio. Project Start Year: 2011, Principal Investigator(s): MAN, Yiu Kwong 文耀光, HO, Kwok Pun Victor 何國斌, KONG, Siu Cheung 江紹祥 (POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強 as Co-Investigator)
A preliminary study of the difficulties of junior secondary students in learning geomertry To identify the misconceptions of Junior secondary students in learning geometry and to investigate whether a correlation exists between students' logical reasoning and their performance in geometry. Project Start Year: 2010, Principal Investigator(s): POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強
Developing Exploratory Pedagogy to Enhance Teaching and Learning of Mathematics This project aims to: (a) develop exploratory pedagogy for enhancing teaching and learning of mathematics; (b) design and develop relevant exploratory teaching and learning materials for use by lecturers and students; (c) study the impact of the end-products via peer-reviews, try-outs, questionnaires and interviews. Project Start Year: 2010, Principal Investigator(s): MAN, Yiu Kwong 文耀光 (POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強 as Co-Investigator)
A Preliminary Study on the Difficulties of the Junior Secondary Students in Learning Algebra The purpose of the study reported herein was to identify the common mistakes made by junior secondary students in Hong Kong when learning algebra and to compare teachers’ perceptions of students’ ability with the results of an algebra test. An algebra test was developed and administered to a sample of students (aged between 13 and 14). From the responses of the participating students (N = 815), it was found that students in schools with a higher level of academic achievement had better algebra test results than did those in schools with a lower level of such achievement. Moreover, it was found that a teacher’s perception of a student’s ability has a correlation with that student’s level of achievement. Based on this finding, an instrument that measures teaching effectiveness is discussed. Last but not least, typical errors in algebra are identified, and some ideas for an instructional design based on these findings are discussed. The results were published in the journal: Poon, K.K., and Leung, C.K. (2010), A Pilot Study on Algebra Learning among Junior Secondary Students, International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 41(1), 49-62. Project Start Year: 2005, Principal Investigator(s): POON, Kin Keung Eric 潘建強
Further Development of Complete Teaching and Learning Materials for Mathematics Modules The Department of Mathematics has noted that students have frequently expressed their concern about the difficulty of learning mathematics, and about the shortage of appropriate learning materials. These concerns have validity because of the differences in focus, depth and orientation between the standard university mathematics curriculum and a curriculum that would be appropriate for the education of primary/junior secondary mathematics teachers. Because of these differences, and the much smaller market for the latter, there is a serious lack of learning resources that would meet the needs of our students.For these reasons, mathematics teaching and learning resources have to be developed on a systematic basis, by combining the efforts of various colleagues teaching the modules, and to organise them into complete and coherent teaching and learning resources. These materials will facilitate student learning, provide bases for further studies, and will enhance students' learning of mathematics at the Institute. Project Start Year: 2005, Principal Investigator(s): LAM Suk Wah, Louisa (POON Kin Keung as Co-Investigator)