e-Bulletin for Parents - 24 April 2026

International Summit on the Use of AI in Language Learning and Teaching 2026 (AIinLT 2026) and the Workshop Series

The “International Summit on the Use of AI in Language Learning and Teaching 2026 (AIinLT 2026)” and the Workshop Series, co-organised by the Education Bureau, the Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR), and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), will be held from 21 to 24 June 2026 (Sunday to Wednesday) at the PolyU campus. AIinLT 2026 is free of charge and open to the public.

Event Highlights
The Summit (21 to 22 June)
It features five prominent keynote speakers, namely Professor LEE, Jang Ho from Chung-Ang University, Seoul, Republic of Korea, Professor MCENERY, Tony from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Professor MOORHOUSE, Benjamin Luke from City University of Hong Kong, Professor PRATSCHKE, B. Mairéad from London School of Economics and Political Science, United Kingdom and Georgia Institute of Technology, USA, and Professor YANG, Hongxia from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, to share their insights in related fields. The Summit will also feature approximately 100 paper presentations and teaching demonstrations by scholars and teachers from all over the world, as well as an expert panel discussion on the theme of “AI in Language Education: From Ideas to Implementation to Impact”.

Workshop Series (23 to 24 June)
There will be a total of 24 workshops on a wide range of topics. The Workshop Series is specially designed for educators to enhance classroom instruction and focuses on helping educators learn through hands-on practice on how AI can be used effectively and ethically in language learning contexts. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to use various AI-powered tools in practice.

Benefits for Parents
• Discover new learning models: Children will learn in classrooms that are more creative, interactive, and personalised.
• Support children’s learning: By mastering the latest AI tools, you can more effectively support children of different abilities.
• Understand new trends in education: Lessons are no longer just about “teaching”, but have become a stage to inspire children’s thinking and creativity.

Signing up for the Event
Parents, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not just a technology trend, but could also be an important tool for your child’s language learning. By joining AIinLT 2026, you will gain the latest AI teaching strategies and open new doors for your child’s language learning journey. Register or check out the latest update at the website (https://events.polyu.edu.hk/AIinLT2026/registration) now.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping language education. Do not miss this opportunity to enrich your child’s future education! We look forward to seeing you at AIinLT 2026!