This is the Wikipedia project we are currently editing

​”Teaching to Impact: A Toolkit for Embedding Wikipedia Editing in Asian Studies Curriculum” is a comprehensive resource developed by the UVic. It offers practical guidelines for instructors and librarians aiming to integrate Wikipedia editing into cultural or Asian studies courses. Furthermore, the toolkit covers curriculum design foundations, collaboration strategies among instructors, librarians, and teaching assistants, and methods to align Wikipedia content with course activities. Thus, this resource aims to enhance student engagement, digital literacy, and collaborative learning through active participation in Wikipedia editing.

This is the transcript for social justice work in the education sector

This interview transcript captures a conversation with Associate Professor Angie Chau from UVic’s Pacific and Asian Studies department. It explores how social justice is integrated into teaching, and the challenges in classroom diversity. Chau discusses student engagement with social justice issues, language barriers, and the evolving demographic composition of her classes. The discussion also touches on the representation of Chinese literature and film, concerns about bias, and the balance between critical perspectives and cultural promotion. Thus, the interview provides insight into pedagogical strategies and institutional approaches to Asian cultural studies.

Paper on the ideological and social double illusion of the ineffective use of simulation

This paper explores the philosophical and sociological implications of simulation theory. It critiques the disconnect between simulation and epistemology, arguing that simulations are dependent on broader knowledge systems and cannot independently define reality. The paper discusses hyperreality, media influence, and the role of ideology in shaping perceptions of truth. While using Baudrillard’s Simulacra and Simulation, the paper examines the impact of fake news, surrealism, and power structures in society. Ultimately, the essay asserts that simulation theory is inseparable from epistemology and the constructed nature of human knowledge.

Quantitative research paper on the level of life satisfaction of immigrants in Canada

This research paper from SOCI 376 examines life satisfaction among immigrants in Canada using data from the 2018 Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS). It explores how factors like length of time in Canada, sense of belonging, gender, total weekly work hours, and access to healthcare influence overall well-being. The study finds that a strong sense of belonging significantly enhances life satisfaction, while gender and healthcare access also play roles. The paper uses statistical analysis, including t-tests and regression models, to assess these relationships.

Qualitative research paper on how UVic Chinese students perceive Canadian culture of education

This research paper from SOCI 374 explores how undergraduate Chinese international students perceive Canadian education, focusing on teaching methods, access to support, and barriers to belonging. Using in-depth interviews with three Chinese students from different disciplines, the study identifies language proficiency, cultural adaptation, and institutional support as key factors shaping their academic experience. The paper highlights disparities in support accessibility and suggests that institutional policies could better address the needs of international students.