Biography
Pauline Fu has taught courses on information systems, mathematics, statistics and accounting applications in universities and colleges in Canada and internationally. Her broad skills and comprehensive knowledge in technology and pedagogy help students gain a deep understanding of the subject matter. As a computer professor, she inspires and motivates students to apply computer knowledge and skills to solve real-life problems. Encouraging students to work as a team, she emphasizes the importance of communication, problem-solving, critical-thinking and team-work skills.
Dr. Fu is a passionate and committed mathematician, computer programmer and business analyst. Her expertise in these various disciplines has led to significant improvements in the use of technology for education, both in class and online. Her comparative study about different modes of delivery has contributed substantially to the educational field, both theoretically and practically. As well, she has developed computer programming projects and conducted educational research at the University of Toronto. She is also a proud author of two textbooks about computer applications published by Nelson Technology.
Academic Credentials
Doctor of Philosophy, Teaching and Learning, University of Toronto, 2012
Master of Arts, Mathematics and Statistics, York University, 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Business Economics, York University, 2005
Graduate Diploma, Mathematics Education, York University, 2005
Three-year diploma (Honours), Computer Systems, Centennial College, 2001
Graduate diploma, Computer Networking, Japan International Cooperation Agency, 1998
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics, Fudan University, Shanghai, China, 1987
Areas of Specialization
Computer Applications
Mathematics
Business Statistics
Accounting Applications
Areas of Expertise
Research Methods
Financial Mathematics
Database Design
Computer Programming Languages
Information Systems
Information Technology
Website Design
Economics
Career Highlights
2003-Present – Professor, George Brown College, Centre for Business
2007-2011 – Research Assistant, University of Toronto
2002-2010 – Supply Teacher, Toronto District School Board
1994-1998 – Lecturer, Ningxia University, China
1987-1994 – Computer Programmer, Ningxia Information Centre, China
Other Activities
Member – Board, Research Innovation Advisory Committee, George Brown College
Member – Board, Ontario College Mathematics Association
Member – Fields Mathematics Education, University of Toronto
Awards
Graduate Scholarship, University of Toronto, 2007-2011
Canadian National Scholarship for Women, Centennial College, 1999
Graduate Scholarship, Japan International Cooperation Agency, 1998