I teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses on cultural heritage through lectures and seminars.

In-situ teaching at heritage sites is an essential complement to all my courses, as real-world environments consistently inspire critical reflections that extend beyond textbooks.

For example, a presentation in a Gothic Revival church built during Shanghai's colonial era fosters lively discussions on cultural exchanges during this so-called "dark" period. Similarly, an investigation in the city suburbs prompts reflections on the urban-rural duality. 

Fieldwork enables students to develop a deeper understanding of and stronger connections with heritage sites and local communities.

Over the course of one week to several months, participants learn to map historic buildings, interview stakeholders, analyze folk literature, and document festival rituals. Writing an investigation report serves as a solid foundation for their future research. 

Heritage studies are open to students of diverse discipline, including history, architecture, geography, tourism, sociology, and economics. These in-situ workshops are always a mutual learning process and an opportunity for knowledge exchange.

I view curation as a form of pedagogy for both students of heritage studies and the general public.

I collaborate with students on curation projects at heritage sites and in local and university museums. Through exhibition design, guided tours, and public lectures, we interpret the historical context of exhibited items for diverse audiences.

Curation fosters dialogue—between objects and people, curators and audiences, and among different cultures and societies.