Induction Program Session 5 | Authentic Assessment and Generative AI

The Induction Program (IP) launched by CTL is developed for new teaching staff members, including teaching support staff. The aim of this Program is to help new colleagues get familiar with outcomes-based teaching and learning, strategies for digital learning and teaching, pedagogical knowledge, and teaching support at UIC.

Co-organizer: Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU)
Date & Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm, 13 September 2024 (Fri)
Facilitator: Dr. Theresa KWONG (Director, Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning, HKBU); Dr. Crusher WONG (Assistant Director, Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning, HKBU); Dr. Kimmy CHENG (Senior Teaching and Learning Officer, Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning, HKBU)
Language: English
Venue: T2-202

Abstract:This workshop provides an overview of the generative AI principles and guidelines established at HKBU with an emphasis on how they can be used in teaching and learning, and assessment. The participants will be able to learn various ways of applying generative AI and other digital tools in designing TLAs and alternative forms of assessments. The session will also discuss the ethical implications and challenges of implementing generative AI in higher education.

All teaching staff are warmly welcome. Registration in advance is highly appreciated for our better preparation.
Certificate will be provided to new staff upon completion of the program.

TALES | Navigating the Digital Future in HE: Sharing of Good Practices

Organizer: HKBU, CUHK, CityU, EdUHK and PolyU
Date & Time: 10:30 - 11:45 am, 17 September, 2024 (Tuesday)
Venue: Online via Zoom
Facilitator(s): Dr Helen, Peng HAN, Associate Professor of Teaching, Department of Accountancy, Lingnan University (LL.B, MJur (Law, Oxford), PhD (Law, HKU)); Ms. Yue XU Project Research Assistant, JD (CUHK), BA (LU); Ms. Tin Yan CHUNG (Alumni), Social & Public Policy Studies (LU), Law in Business (Minor, LU); Ms. Hoi Yan LEE(Alumni), BBA (LU), Law in Business (Minor, LU)

Abstract: This workshop explores Digital Law Issues in Hong Kong, delving into critical issues like precarious working conditions of food delivery workers, cyber violence challenges, and the rights of persons with disabilities. The speakers will provide in-depth analyses to stimulate meaningful conversations on these urgent matters in the digital era.

Scenario Development Competition 2024: Raise students’ digital citizenship awareness

Application & Submission Period: 23 Aug 2024 (Fri), 12:00nn (HKT) to 18 Oct 2024 (Fri), 12:00nn (HKT)
Prizes: Champion HKD 8,000; First runner-up HKD 6,000; Second runner-up HKD 4,000; Merit (10 recipients) HKD 1000 each
Submission Dedails: Submit two items, including one Scenario(Must use the PowerPoint template provided) and one Scenario Description(In word format).

Abstract: This competition is organised under the TDLEG-IICA Project – “Enhancing Learning and Teaching of Digital Citizenship through Scenario-based AR Learning Trails”, which aim to raise students’ digital citizenship awareness in their digital learning environment, and invite students to design a scenario based on the nine elements of a digital citizenship framework to be used in the “AR Trails” app.

Call for Participation | The Global AI Forum-Super early bird discount ending soon

The Global AI Forum will bring together leading academics, researchers and thought leaders working in AI to share and discuss the latest developments in AI ethics, horizons and how universities will be impacted. Delegates will discover the latest advancements in AI and the opportunities and potential challenges that AI may present for their institution.

The forum will facilitate unparalleled knowledge exchange and networking that will help shed light on and shape some of AI's most critical and unexplored areas.

This unmissable event will give higher education leaders the opportunity to connect with peers and support institutional growth as we enter a new era of AI in education.

The super early bird discount for this year's THE Global AI Forum will end soon. Sign up before midnight HKT on 20 September 2024 and get 50% off the cost of a standard-priced ticket.