HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 29 November 2024 - The 14th Learning & Teaching Expo 2024 (LTE) is set to take place from 11 to 13 December 2024 at Halls 3B-E of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year's LTE is presented by Hong Kong Education City (EdCity), organised by Bailey Communications HK, and supported by the Education Bureau of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Themed 'Shaping Education for a World of Change', the scale of this year's Expo reaches new heights in its history. The organiser will convene over 330 prominent education experts from Mainland China, Singapore, Malaysia, Doha, Australia, the United Kingdom, and beyond to share insights on a wide range of education topics through more than 290 keynote presentations, seminars, open lessons, and showcases. In addition, the event will feature almost 600 booths, spotlighting the latest global education trends, innovative teaching resources, and solutions. Spotlighting Trends: AI and Language Learning at the Forefront This year's expo focuses on the development and application of artificial intelligence in mainstream education, as well as nurturing multilingual and cross-cultural talent with a global perspective. The event will bring together scholars, principals, teachers, and exhibitors to examine the challenges and opportunities in this area, with the goal of enhancing teaching and learning effectiveness. The rapid advancement of technology in education has profoundly transformed learning environments worldwide. As educational institutions increasingly integrate technology into their curricula and teaching practices, the inclusion of diverse voices and perspectives has become more important than ever. The progression of technology education and its application in learning have further underscored the need for a well mix of speakers from overseas, Mainland China, and Hong Kong to facilitate robust discussions on both the unique and shared challenges and opportunities that technology presents. In the realm of artificial intelligence applications in education, Professor Jason Lodge, School of Education, The University of Queensland, Australia will deliver a keynote on Technology Leaps of AI and Implications for Education. Meanwhile, by Professor Mu Su, Vice Dean, Institution of AI in Education, South China Normal University will share about How to Equip Teachers to Integrate the Teaching Online and Offline. Additionally, Associate Professor Jasmine Sim Boon Yee, Head and Associate Professor, Policy, Curriculum & Leadership Department, National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore will lead National Education Forum: Fostering a Sense of National Identity in Students, sharing insights on strengthening students' sense of identity and social responsibility. The expo will explore key themes, including artificial intelligence, language learning, national education, and student development, in response to the ongoing transformation of global education models. It aims to promote dialogue and collaboration among educators. Mr. Ken Ngai Yuen Keung, Executive Director of EdCity, remarked, 'This year's expo closely aligns with the latest trends in technology and education, bringing together leading international scholars and guests to Hong Kong to exchange ideas and share their insights and experiences. With artificial intelligence now advancing to practical applications, the event aims to explore its broader integration into education. Particular emphasis is also being placed on language learning, using the expo as a platform to examine strategies for improving language acquisition and harnessing AI to support language education, with the goal of nurturing students with enhanced multilingual and cross-cultural competencies.' Mr. Stuart Bailey, CEO of Bailey Communications said, 'This year's Learning & Teaching Expo has achieved significant new milestones, featuring almost 600 exhibition booths – the largest in the event's history. As the premier platform for global education suppliers, the Expo provides an invaluable opportunity to showcase innovative educational resources, including AI technologies, virtual learning tools, eLearning solutions, STEAM and Maker education resources, educational books and games, classroom and laboratory equipment, furniture, teaching aids, special education services, extracurricular activities, and more. This year's Expo brings together top education resource providers from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Australia, the United Kingdom and more, offering a carefully curated selection of the finest educational products. We are confident that the event will attract over 18,000 educators who will join us in collaboratively shaping the future of education.' Teachers and Students Explore AI in Education and Language Learning The three-day Learning & Teaching Expo 2024 will feature renowned experts from around the world, including...