面试基本信息回顾
- 面试对象:申请人(你)+ 两位面试官
- 时长:约10分钟
- 平台:Zoom(请提前测试设备,保持网络稳定)
一、面试内容构成(根据以往经验推测)
| 时间点 | 内容 |
|---|---|
| 0:00-1:00 | 简单寒暄,自我介绍 |
| 1:00-4:00 | 教育背景、教学经历、职业规划相关问题 |
| 4:00-7:00 | 数学理解或教学理念类问题(偏理论或教学实际) |
| 7:00-9:00 | 为什么选择HKUST和该项目、未来规划 |
| 9:00-10:00 | 候选人提问 & 总结致谢 |
二、自我介绍(建议准备英文版)
> 建议控制在1分钟内,用英文表达> ,突出教学/数学背景。 示例模板:
“Good morning. My name is [Your Name], and I currently work as a [position, e.g. secondary school math teacher / education consultant]. I graduated from [Your University] with a degree in [Your Major], and I have [X years] of teaching or tutoring experience. I’m passionate about mathematics education and curriculum design, which is why I’m excited to apply for the MSc in Mathematics for Educators program at HKUST.”
三、常见面试问题及答题思路
1. Why do you want to join this program at HKUST?
- 提到课程内容与自身教学目标一致
- 强调HKUST的声誉、师资、研究方向
- 可提及希望提升教学科研能力,拓展视野
“I believe this program is a perfect match for my goals as a mathematics educator. I’m particularly interested in deepening my understanding of both advanced mathematical concepts and their pedagogical applications, and I know that HKUST has one of the strongest faculties in Asia for both.”
2. What is your teaching or education experience?
- 简要描述教学背景(有无执教经历、带学生情况)
- 若无教学经验,也可谈自己辅导、实习、培训经历
3. How do you teach mathematics effectively to students with different abilities?
- 提出差异化教学策略(分层作业、引导式提问)
- 举例说明教学实践(如你如何处理学生对抽象概念的理解)
4. What challenges do you face in math education today?
- 可提:学生缺乏数学思维训练、对公式理解死记硬背
- 回应思路:强调创新教学方法、引入生活例子、STEM融合等解决办法
5. What are your future career plans after completing this program?
- 可提到希望成为更高层次的数学教师、教研员、或推进数学教育改革
- 如果希望继续深造,也可坦诚表达(如申请博士、回校教学)
四、特别补充题型(不常考,但建议准备)
1. Explain a complex mathematical concept in a simple way.
- 选一个你擅长的高中数学主题(如函数、极限、概率)
- 用日常语言描述,展示你的教学语言与逻辑能力
2. How do you integrate technology in teaching math?
- 举例说明是否使用GeoGebra、Desmos、在线课堂互动平台等
五、反问环节(建议准备1-2个问题)
面试最后一般会问:“Do you have any questions for us?” 建议问:
- “What kinds of capstone projects or research are previous students involved in?”
- “Are there opportunities for practical teaching or collaboration with local schools during the program?”
六、面试准备技巧
| 类别 | 建议 |
|---|---|
| Zoom环境 | 提前测试摄像头和麦克风,背景整洁自然 |
| 着装 | 正式些,建议商务休闲(Smart casual) |
| 语言 | 英语为主,如面试官用中文可切换 |
| 时间管理 | 控制答案时长,简洁明了 |
| 自信表达 | 微笑、目光交流、语速平稳 |