Program introduction
The Hong Kong Education Bureau launched the "Intelligence for Learning" funding program on October 25, 2024, aiming to promote artificial intelligence education in local primary and secondary schools. The plan will be in line with the continued promotion of STEAM education in primary and secondary schools proposed by the Chief Executive in the 2024 Policy Address, and will use science subjects in junior high schools as a pilot to support schools in integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into learning and teaching.
plan goals
- Strengthen science teachers’ ability to use AI-assisted teaching
- Encourage schools to arrange for teachers to participate in professional training and classroom practice
- Promote teaching innovation and enhance students’ learning effectiveness
Program details
- Object: All publicly funded secondary schools (including government secondary schools, aided secondary schools, caput secondary schools, and direct subsidy secondary schools)
- Appropriation amount: Schools that successfully apply will receive a one-off grant of HK$100,000
- Purpose of appropriation:
- Arrange science teachers to enroll in short courses, lectures and workshops related to artificial intelligence teaching
- Collaborate with post-secondary institutions or professional institutions to develop support plans for AI-assisted teaching
- Develop relevant learning and teaching resources
- Application procedure: Schools must complete the application form and commitment letter on or before February 28, 2025, and return it to the Science Education Section of the Education Bureau by mail or fax.
- Participating schools commit to:
- Develop at least 2 teaching examples or resources on the application of artificial intelligence in science (Secondary 1 to 3)
- Organize at least 1 open class or demonstration class (in school or outside school) using artificial intelligence to assist teaching in science (Second 1 to 3)
- Organize at least 1 experience sharing session (on-campus or off-campus)
plan benefit
It is expected that the plan will enhance teachers' ability and confidence in using artificial intelligence to assist teaching, promote students' learning interest and effectiveness, and promote the development of innovative teaching models in schools.
How to use funding effectively
Schools can refer to the following suggestions to use funding to improve teachers’ AI teaching capabilities and carry out innovative AI teaching activities:
- Arrange for teachers to participate in diverseAI training courses: Covers topics such as artificial intelligence ethics, artificial intelligence basics and auxiliary teaching applications, using artificial intelligence tools for image recognition scientific exploration activities, and using artificial intelligence tools to construct scientific prediction models.
- Collaborate with post-secondary institutions or professional organizations: Use the professional knowledge and resources of colleges or institutions to carry out AI-assisted teaching support plans, such as:
- Co-design and develop AI teaching resources
- Provide teachers with guidance and support for AI teaching
- Host AI teaching workshops and seminars
- Teaching cases for developing AI integrated into science courses: For example, AI tools are used for scientific inquiry, data analysis, and prediction model building, etc., allowing students to experience the application of AI in the scientific field.
For details, please refer toEducation Bureau website
Yunsi Intelligence: Your best partner in "Intellectual Science"
The "Intelligence for Learning" project brings new opportunities for the development of AI education in primary and secondary schools in Hong Kong. However, to effectively implement AI-assisted teaching, schools need to formulate clear goals and strategies and select appropriate AI tools and resources. In addition, it is crucial to cultivate teachers’ AI literacy and teaching capabilities. It is recommended that schools refer to the Education Bureau’s guidelines and actively cooperate with relevant professional organizations to improve the effectiveness of AI teaching.
How Yunsi Intelligence helps schools implement the "Intelligence for Learning" program
As a top technology education and training institution, Vinci AI focuses on providing artificial intelligence and STEM education. With rich experience and resources, it can provide schools with all-round support and assist schools in effectively implementing the "Intelligence for Education" philosophy. "plan.
1. School-based AI teaching consulting services
- Develop AI teaching goals and strategies: Assist schools to formulate clear AI teaching goals and strategies and integrate AI into science curricula.
- Choose the right AI tools and resources: Based on the actual situation and needs of the school, we recommend appropriate AI tools and resources, such as ChatGPT, Canva Magic Write, Microsoft Designer, etc., and provide usage training and support.
- Design AI teaching case: Assist teachers in designing and developing teaching cases for integrating AI into science courses, such as using AI tools for scientific inquiry, data analysis, and building predictive models.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of AI teaching: Assist schools to establish an AI teaching evaluation mechanism and provide continuous improvement suggestions.
2. Professional AI teacher training
- AI literacy and teaching ability training: Provide teachers with diversified AI training courses, covering topics such as basic concepts of artificial intelligence, AI ethics, artificial intelligence foundation and auxiliary teaching applications, prompt engineering skills, interdisciplinary AI teaching applications, etc., to improve teachers' AI literacy and teaching capabilities.
- AI tool application training: Provide application training for more than 30 AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Canva Magic Write, Microsoft Designer, Runway, Luma AI, Dream AI, Figma AI, Gamma AI, ChatExcel, Grammarly AI, Craft AI Assistant, Miro AI, Otter.ai , NotebookLM, Perplexity AI, Elicit, Adobe Podcast, AIVA, SUNO, Originality.ai, Sapling AI Content Detector, PromptPerfect, FlowGPT, PromptHero, AIPRM, ChatGPT Prompt Genius, etc., to assist teachers in mastering the operation and application skills of AI tools.
- School-based AI workshop: Tailor-made AI workshops for schools, combined with examples and practical exercises, to help teachers integrate AI technology into teaching practice.
3. Expert team support
- Doctoral university lecturer-level teaching team: Yunsi Intelligent's teaching team is composed of experienced AI university lecturers and doctoral-level research experts, which can provide professional AI teaching guidance and support for schools.
- Ongoing support and follow-up: Yunsi Intelligence will continue to follow up on the school’s AI teaching progress and provide necessary support and assistance.
Summarize
The "Intelligence for Learning" project provides schools with a valuable opportunity to integrate AI into science courses to enhance students' learning experience and effectiveness. Schools should actively seize this opportunity, formulate comprehensive plans, and effectively use funds to create a better learning future for students.
Yunsi Intelligence is committed to promoting AI literacy and has provided courses, teacher training, workshops and competition training to more than 100 schools and NGOs. We will use our professional knowledge and experience to assist schools in effectively implementing the "Smart Learning" program, improve teachers' AI teaching capabilities, promote students' learning interest and effectiveness, and jointly promote the development of AI education in Hong Kong.
For details, please refer toEducation Bureau website
AI STEM Teacher Training
Vinci AI is committed to providing cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) and STEM education training to primary and secondary school teachers, helping teachers master AI tools, start the AI teaching journey, and improve teaching quality and efficiency. We offer a range of on-campus training workshops covering seven topics:
- Introduction to AI: Understanding and Application
- Prompt Tips: Communicate Effectively with AI
- Interdisciplinary teaching application: stimulate creativity, promote thinking, and improve expression
- Data-driven teaching: establish learning files, analyze learning data, and improve teaching effectiveness
- AI-empowered teaching: personalized learning, automated assessment, and improved teaching efficiency
- Visual presentation production: improving the attractiveness and professionalism of classroom teaching and academic reports
- Efficient information search and topic research: cultivating students’ information literacy and research capabilities
Our training courses are composed of experienced AI university lecturers and doctoral-level research experts, and are combined with actual cases and practical exercises to guide teachers to integrate AI technology into teaching practice. We have provided training to dozens of primary and secondary schools and institutions, and have been well received by our customers.
Welcome to contact our expert consultants to arrange suitable training topics and formats for you.
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