AI Empowers Education 3 | Image Generation with Stable Diffusion 3 (基于Stable Diffusion 3的图片生成)

Date & Time: 12:30pm-13:30pm, 25 September, 2024 (Wednesday)
Facilitator: Prof. Weifeng SU (Professor, Head of Computer Science Department, Faculty of Science and Technology, UIC)
Language: Chinese and English
Venue: T2-102
Light Lunch will be served.

Abstract:In this tutorial, the focus will be on the process of image generation using Stable Diffusion 3 (SD3). Specifically, the following key topics will be covered:
1. The Step-by-Step Procedure for Image Generation with SD3: the session will cover the entire process, from initialization to the final generation.
2. Art of Crafting the Perfect Prompt: the significance of prompt setting will be examined, providing insights into formulating effective and detailed prompts that guide the model to generate images.
3. Enhancing Image Quality: techniques to refine and enhance the quality of the generated image will be discussed in depth.

Staff Mentoring Program Workshops, Sem 1 of 2024-2025

SMP is designed to provide mentoring relationships for new academic staff at the Lecturer or Assistant Professor ranks, with the goal of fostering professional development during their first teaching year at UIC. This initiative presents an exceptional opportunity for both mentees and mentors to establish meaningful relationships, exchange experiences, and advance your professional development.

Furthermore, three Staff Mentoring Workshops are scheduled to provide you with valuable insights into creating engaging English-Medium Instruction (EMI) classrooms and fostering effective mentoring relationships:

Workshop 1: Cultivating Mentoring Relationships: Aligning Expectations

- Date & Time: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm, 9 October 2024 (Wednesday)

Workshop 2: Creating an Active Learning English-Medium Instruction (EMI) Environment

- Date & Time: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm, 16 October 2024 (Wednesday)

Workshop 3: Implementing and Reflecting Active Learning in EMI Contexts

- Date & Time: 11:50 am – 12:50 pm, 4 December 2024 (Wednesday)

Advanced HE in Partnership (September 2024)

This month, Advance HE showcases some of the best practices from around the HE sector. In the 2024-25 academic year, Advance HE will emphasize key areas of challenge, including leadership and governance in transformation, ensuring student outcomes, and shaping the future of education through innovative design (page 2). An engaging article from the London School of Business and Finance (LSBF) discusses how to transform online education through innovative strategies, emphasizing synchronous sessions, student engagement, co-creation of learning materials, extensive online resources, and personalized learning experiences (page4). On page 5, it introduces a Programmes Team led by Bina Fatania, which assists individuals and organizations in booking and navigating leadership and governance programmes, providing guidance throughout their development journey and offering resources such as executive coaching and digital badges upon completion. Additionally, it provides updates from Advance HE and the wider sector (page 6).

CTL Student Assistant Now Hiring!

With the rapid development of CTL, we are currently seeking undergraduate student assistants to support CTL’s daily operations. You are welcome to join a highly motivated team to assist in coordinating, organizing, and promoting various activities. Here, you will have many opportunities to meet distinguished scholars from inside and outside the campus, get your ideas applied (editing, organizing, and designing), have the privilege to join the centre events, learn state-of-the-art teaching practices, and more!

Requirements
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• Good bilingual communication skills (English and Chinese) and interpersonal skills.

• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Excel, Word, PPT, website maintenance). Microsoft Office Professional (MOS) certification would be preferred.

• Skills in operating social media or video production (e.g., websites, WeChat official accounts).

• Good problem-solving skills, being detailed-oriented at work.

Submission Deadline Extended | eLEARNING FORUM ASIA 2024 EMPOWER & EMBRACE: Innovating Higher Education with Edtech

This conference advocates for the integration of teaching development resources for educators in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area. Teachers from Chinese mainland are encouraged to actively submit their work for academic exchange, which will enhance their visibility as well as that of their schools on the international stage. In order to support this initiative, the submission deadline has been extended to 30 September.

Organizer: eLFA 2024 Organising Committee
Date: 4-5 December, 2024
Forum Venue: HKBU Campus
Facilitator(s): Dr Albert CHAU (Hong Kong Baptist University); Prof. Robert K KAMEI (National University of Singapore); Dr. Krittika TANPRASERT(King Mongkut’s University); Prof. Eugene CH’NG (Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University United International College).

Abstract: Higher education is undergoing a profound transition in the dynamic landscape of the 21st century, driven by innovative technology in education and the transformative potential of edtech. "Empower & Embrace: Innovating Higher Education with EdTech" perfectly portrays this movement, emphasising technology's crucial role in shaping future-ready educational institutions. This conference is not merely an exploration of tools and technologies but a deep dive into the ethos of education in the 21st century. As borders dissolve—whether geographical, disciplinary, or pedagogical—the promise of EdTech emerges as a beacon of opportunity and a catalyst for change.

Deadlines:

• The abstract submission deadline is by 30 September 2024.

• Notifications of acceptance/rejection of the abstracts submitted will be sent to the submitting author via email by latest 15 October 2024.

All authors, including co-authors, whose abstracts are accepted by the Programme Committee will be able to register at the Early Bird Rate of HKD 1,500.

TALES | AI Workshop Series 5: Generative AI for Personalized Learning

Date & Time: 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm, 18 October 2024 (Friday)
Venue: Online via Zoom
Facilitator(s): Dr. David SANTANDREU (Head of Educational Program Development, Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence)
Abstract: This workshop explores how AI can enhance personalised learning by providing tailored content and support for individual student needs. Participants will learn practical ways to integrate AI into teaching strategies, creating more engaging and adaptive learning environments.

Scenario Development Competition 2024: Raise Students’ Digital Citizenship Awareness

Application & Submission Period: 12:00nn(HKT), 23 Aug 2024 (Friday) to 12:00nn(HKT), 18 Oct 2024(Friday)
Prizes: Champion HKD 8,000; First runner-up HKD 6,000; Second runner-up HKD 4,000; Merit(10 recipients) HKD 1000 each.
Submission Details: 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.