This virtual exchange (VE) project titled International Exchange: Exploring Student Wellbeing in Hong Kong and Australia ran from 2021 to 2023. It connected students from The University of Hong Kong, The University of Queensland, and Griffith University together to deepen understanding and promote intercultural dialogue on the topic of university student well-being. The project used digital technologies to facilitate intercultural interactions and collaborative online research. Students engaged in a blended learning environment that combined digital tools like Mentimeter, Padlet, Miro, Notion, and Spatial with interactive, game-based activities designed to foster socialisation and enhance research skills.

Students conducted original research on various dimensions of well-being in higher education. Through a series of progressive, collaborative tasks, students explored complex topics such as intersectionality, the impact of digital technology on youth well-being, and the multidimensional aspects of student life during the pandemic. This project not only advanced academic knowledge in the field of student well-being but also promoted enduring international friendships and professional networks, contributing to the broader discourse on educational globalisation and intercultural competence in higher education.

Project Collaborators:

Dr Jack Tsao, Common Core, The University of Hong Kong
Dr Suraiya Hameed, School of Education, The University of Queensland
Dr Kate McLay, School of Education, The University of Queensland
Dr Huong Nguyen, Institute for Teaching and Learning Innovation, The University of Queensland
Dr Danielle Heinrichs, School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University
Dr Sakinah Alhadad, School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University