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30/10/2026

🏆 The submission deadline has been extended!
Join the Scenario Development Competition 2026 and showcase your creativity 🎉

🗓️ New submission deadline:
15 Nov 2026 (Sun), 12:00 nn

💡 How to join:
Design a scenario based on our resilience and integrity framework. Scan the QR code for more details!

🏆 Prizes:
🥇 Champion: HK$6,000
🥈 1st Runner-up: HK$4,000
🥉 2nd Runner-up: HK$3,000
🏅 Merit (x10): HK$1,000 each

Don’t miss this chance to win big prize! 🌟

26/10/2026

🌟 Join us for the Inaugural Workshop in the RISE series!

How to help our students navigate rapid technological change and the pressures of academic life while acting with integrity and resilience? Join us for The RISE Dialogue: Navigating Academic Challenges with Resilience and Integrity - an interdisciplinary panel discussion exploring strategies and practices for fostering resilience and integrity in education. This inaugural workshop is part of the TDLEG-IICA RISE project.

📅 Date: 18 November 2026 (Wednesday)
🕚 Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
📍 Venue: JC3 302–303

🎙️ Facilitator
Dr Kristen LI, Senior Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, HKBU

💬 Panellists
• Dr Paolo MENGONI, Senior Lecturer, Department of Interactive Media, HKBU
• Mr Sebastian PAHS, Lecturer, Academy of Geography, Sociology and International Studies, HKBU
• Prof Pak Hang WONG, Assistant Professor, Academy of Chinese, History, Religion and Philosophy, HKBU

All are welcome!
📲 Scan the QR code to register.

22/10/2026

🌟 Join Us for Designing for Neurodiversity: Western Perspectives on Constructing Inclusive Curricula and Learning Spaces 🧠

🧑‍🎓 How can we design learning environments where every student thrives? Learn from Professor Megan Lawton to shift from reactive accommodations to strengths-based curriculum design.

📁 Through Western case studies, you will gain actionable strategies to embed flexible assessments, representative curricula, and accessible academic spaces within your departments.

Event Details
📅 Date & Time: 11 Nov 2026 (Wed), 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Venue: ACC209
👥 Audience: Staff, Students
✅ CCL Applied

What You'll Gain
💡 Practical insights into the Affirmation Model of Disability and Neurodiversity
🛠️ Actionable strategies for building neuro-affirming academic spaces
🎒 A concrete toolkit to design inclusive curricula in your own teaching environments

🌟 Aligned with SDG 4, SDG 10, and SDG 11.

📲 Scan the QR code to register now!
Let's build a more inclusive learning environment together!

14/10/2026

☕ TALES Coffee Corner: Sparking Ideas in AI-Powered Education
Brewing Dialogue, One Cup at a Time

We're excited to launch TALES Coffee Corner, a new event series for HKBU teachers and students to gather in a relaxing setting and talk about teaching innovations over coffee. The inaugural session focuses on AI in education.

📅 Date: 26 October 2026 (Mon)
🕐 Time: 12:00 nn – 1:30 pm
📍 Venue: JC3_302 & 303
🪑 Format: Face-to-face
👥 Open to: All HKBU staff and students

🎤 Our Speakers:
- Ms Nancy CHAN (Library)
- Mr Kyle CHEUNG (Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning)
- Mr Ken COW (Office of Information Technology)
- Dr Ce ZHANG (Department of Computer Science)

What's On:
🤖 Brief intro to AI tools on campus
🗣️ Open and casual dialogues: bring your questions and curiosity
🤝 Opportunities to build cross-disciplinary connections

Whether you're AI-curious or already experimenting, pull up a chair. Coffee and conversation provided.☕️

📲 Scan the QR code to register. Light lunch provided.
Limited seats, first come, first served.

06/10/2026

🎓 HKBU HEA Fellowship Scheme: Introductory Workshop for Senior Fellowship Applicants

We are pleased to announce an introductory workshop for colleagues intending to apply for HEA Senior Fellowship (Descriptor 3). This session provides essential guidance on the application requirements, evidence expectations, and the assessment process. 📋✨

📅 Date & Time: 22 October 2026 (Thursday), 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Venue: ACC 209
🏫 Format: Face-to-Face
🎤 Speakers: Dr Theresa KWONG (CHTL), Dr Vicky LEE (CHTL) and Dr Paolo MENGONI (IMD)
🎯 Target Participants:
Suitable for individuals who lead or influence the learning and teaching practices of others (peers, colleagues, mentees, etc.).

📲 Scan the QR code to register.

24/09/2026

🐇🌕 Warmest Mid-Autumn wishes from CHTL! Wishing you a peaceful holiday filled with warmth, joy, and delicious treats. 🥮✨

❤️ Stay tuned—our upcoming workshops are hopping your way soon!
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22/09/2026

🌟 Join Us for TALES 3: Academic Advising Experience Sharing

We warmly invite you to a cross-faculty sharing session where seven experienced academic advisors from across HKBU come together to reflect on effective advising practices, challenges, and innovative solutions. 🙌

📅 Date: 7 Oct 2026 (Wed)
🕐 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 NN
📍 Venue: ACC209
🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Target Audience: Staff only

Speakers:
🧠 Prof Chitat CHAN
Associate Professor, Academy of Wellness and Human Development, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
💻 Prof Byron CHOI
Professor and Associate Head (T&L), Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Science and Technology
🎓 Dr Caixia CHU
Lecturer and Associate Programme Director, Division of Transdisciplinary Undergraduate Programmes
📰 Ms Robin EWING
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director, Department of Journalism, School of Communication
🌿 Prof Anna KWAN Hiu-yee
Professor and Director, Teaching and Research Division, School of Chinese Medicine
💼 Mr Ryan MAN
Senior Lecturer and Associate Dean, Department of Accountancy, Economics and Finance, School of Business
🎨 Mr Tom O'DEA
Lecturer and Programme Director, Academy of Visual Arts, School of Creative Arts

What You'll Gain:
💬 Practical strategies for student communication
🤝 Peer advisor recruitment & training insights
📊 Effectiveness evaluation methods
🛠️ Technology-enabled advising approaches
❓ Live Q&A for cross-faculty idea exchange

➡️ Scan the QR code to register. We look forward to learning together!

14/09/2026

🚀 Vol. 3 of our e-flipbook series is officially out!

Published by the Centre for Holistic Teaching and Learning (CHTL) at Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), "Voices on AI in Learning: Student Stories from the Classroom" showcases real-world experiences of how artificial intelligence is reshaping university learning and teaching.

📚 Discover inspiring insights, practical applications, and firsthand perspectives directly from our students! 🤖✨

📖 Dive into Vol. 3 today: https://chtl-bu.hkbu.edu.hk/documents/ai-learning/

11/09/2026

🚀 Transform your course materials into a 24/7 AI study companion!

Join us on 24 Sep to discover 🤖✨AITA (hkbulearn.ai), HKBU’s award-winning AI co-teaching platform now open university-wide. Learn how to effortlessly elevate engagement with multimodal Q&A, automated assessments, and actionable learning analytics.

Highlights:
💡 Instant, context-aware Q&A for student queries
✍️ Automated assessments to streamline evaluation
📊 Real-time analytics to track student progress

Event Details:
📅 Date & Time: 24 Sep (Thu), 3:00 – 4:30 PM
📍 Venue: ACC209 (Face-to-face)
🎤 Speakers: Prof Jianliang XU & Dr Ce ZHANG
(Department of Computer Science, HKBU)
👥 Open to: All HKBU staff & students

Unlock the full potential of AI in your classroom!
Scan the QR code to secure your spot today! 📲

04/09/2026

🔍 Discover how AI is transforming education!

Join us for an interactive workshop on AI in Action: Enhancing Experiential and Reflective Learning — where we explore how artificial intelligence can deepen learning experiences for both students and educators. 🎓✨

🎤 Speaker: Prof Chitat CHAN (Academy of Wellness and Human Development)
📅 Date & Time: 15 Sep (Tue), 3:00pm – 4:30pm
📍 Venue: ACC209
🎥 Mode: Face-to-face (recording available)

In this 1.5-hour hands-on session, you'll:
🧑‍🎓 Experience the NiCoach.ai app as a student, engaging in authentic learning activities and structured reflection
👩‍🏫 Learn how teachers can supervise and scaffold student reflections with tailored feedback
🛠️ Discover how to customize chatbots and agents within the system to boost student engagement

🌟 Open to staff, students, and guests. CCL eligible!

📲 Scan the QR code to register.
We look forward to seeing you there!

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WYS 803, 8/F, Drive Wu Yee Sun Building (formerly Academic & Administration Building), 15 Baptist University Road, Baptist University Road Campus, Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong

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https://chtl.hkbu.edu.hk/

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