Info Webinar on MSc in AI for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (30 Sep 2026)

This is a replay of the Info Webinar on MSc in AI for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) held on 30 Sep 2026. About Master of Science in AI for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (MScAITESOL): (Note: This programme is offered subject to approval) The MScAITESOL programme is among the first in Hong Kong dedicated to integrating AI into TESOL. Unlike existing AI programmes that emphasise computer science and data analytics, it combines technical AI literacy with pedagogical strategies grounded in research-based practices. The curriculum adopts Bloom’s information processing hierarchy to structure the development of cognitive skills, from foundational understanding to higher-order thinking and creativity. Beyond technical and pedagogical training, the programme emphasises stakeholder wellbeing. It aims to enhance the experiences of learners, teachers, parents, and administrators, using AI to promote equitable and meaningful educational outcomes. With AI technologies rapidly transforming language education, the demand for teachers who are not only proficient in English pedagogy but also skilled in applying AI tools has grown significantly. In Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, regions with particularly strong demand for English instruction, graduates will be well‑positioned for roles in primary and secondary schools, higher education institutions, private training centres, and online learning platforms. Beyond classroom teaching, the programme also prepares graduates for broader career paths, including positions as curriculum designers, educational technologists, and AI integration specialists. This expansion of professional opportunities ensures that graduates will be equipped to contribute not only to TESOL classrooms but also to the wider educational technology and curriculum development, and AI‑enhanced learning sectors. 🔹 Application deadlines (local and non-local): 20 October 2026 (early round) / 25 February 2027 (main round) 🔹 For any enquiries regarding this Info Webinar, please send an email to egadmin@polyu.edu.hk for our follow-up. 🔹 For more information about the programme, please visit: https://polyu.hk/OyOlH 🔹 For programme enquiries, please contact: Prof. Shaofeng Li (email: shaofeng.li@polyu.edu.hk); or Ms Jenny Kwan (email: jenny.py.kwan@polyu.edu.hk). Stay tuned for our latest events: 🔹 Department of English and Communication: https://www.polyu.edu.hk/engl/