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AICET Hosts Training for Gyeonggi-do Educators
On 15 Jan 2025, Prof. Ben Leong, Director/AICET, hosted a training program for 25 educators from the Gyeonggi-do Office of Education, Korea. The session aimed to enhance their skills in digital-based educational innovation, featuring vibrant interactions and focusing on integrating AI into classrooms. Participants left inspired and ready to implement new strategies in their schools. They expressed keen interest in AI education in Singapore and Prof. Ben Leong’s contributions to this field. The center looks forward to continuing this fruitful partnership, further advancing the integration of AI in education across international borders.
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Ajou University Graduate School of Education Students Visit AICET
On 13 Jan 2025, Prof. Ben Leong, Director/AICET, hosted students from the Graduate School of Education at Ajou University, Korea. Prof. Ben Leong introduced AICET’s mission and key AI platforms, including ScholAIstic, which enhances teaching methods and learning outcomes. The visit highlights AICET’s global commitment to advancing AI in education through partnerships with academic institutions worldwide.
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Learning Journey 2025: Shaping the Future of Education with AI
On 08 Jan 2025, AICET hosted its third “Learning Journey”, promoting AI in education. Prof. Ben Leong, Director/AICET, opened the event, emphasizing the responsible integration of AI in education. About 80 participants across different schools attended the event. The event featured inspiring and thought-provoking presentations. Speakers from West Grove Primary, Waterway Primary, and Temasek Secondary shared insights on using AI to enhance student engagement and personalized learning. Representatives from AICET SoftMark and ScholAIstic demonstrated innovative AI tools for educators. Mr. Chia Hai Siang, Master Specialist in the Technologies for Learning Branch from the Ministry of Education (MOE) also presented on…
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Gyeonggi-do Office of Education Delegation Visit to Strengthen International Collaboration
On December 20, 2024, Prof. Ben Leong, Director/AICET, hosted the Gyeonggi-do Office of Education (GOE), Korea. The Korean delegation sought to strengthen bilateral relations and foster collaboration in the field of AI-powered digital textbooks (AIDT). As part of the visit, both sides prepared presentations to share best practices in the use of AI in education. The delegation’s visit is part of an ongoing effort to strengthen bilateral relations and foster collaboration in the field of AI-powered digital textbooks (AIDT). The visit included a series of discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions with AICET, highlighting a shared commitment to exploring new opportunities…
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Visit from Temasek Polytechnic’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences
On 12 Dec 2024, AICET welcomed educators from the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS), Temasek Polytechnic (TP). The meeting, led by Mr. Jonathan Sim, Assistant Director of Pedagogy/AICET, and Ms. Leonie Lee, Director of HSS/TP discussed the transformative role of Generative AI in education and explored potential areas for collaboration. In particular, the discussion explored ideas to enhance student engagement, personalise learning experiences, and support faculty development using AI. Both teams shared insights and showcased AI tools designed to revolutionize educational practices. This engaging exchange marked the beginning of a promising partnership between AICET and HSS and concretized…
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Insights from AICET at the 2024 Gangwon AI EdTech Symposium in Korea
On November 26, the Gangwon Office of Education and Gangwon Ilbo co-hosted the 2024 Gangwon Artificial Intelligence EdTech International Symposium at the Chuncheon ICT Venture Center in Korea. The keynote address, entitled “From Books to Bots: Lessons Learnt in the Process of Adopting AI in Singapore’s Education System”, was delivered by Jonathan Sim, Assistant Director of Pedagogy at AICET. He emphasised balancing AI adoption with human empathy and critical thinking, cautioning against over-reliance on technology. Jonathan advocated for educators to be role models in using AI to foster creativity and intrinsic motivation in students while preserving their autonomy in the…
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Finnish Academy of Science and Letters Visits AICET
On November 19th, AICET had the honour of hosting Academy Secretary Dr. Jaakko Kuosmanen and General Secretary Professor Pekka Aula from the Finnish Academy of Science and Letters. Associate Professor Ben Leong, Director of AICET, warmly welcomed the distinguished guests, marking a significant milestone in fostering collaboration between Finland and Singapore. This visit highlighted the critical role of international dialogue in driving progress in artificial intelligence and educational technology. As global leaders in these fields, Finland and Singapore exchanged ideas that offered valuable perspectives on shaping the future of AI-driven education. This engagement exemplifies the shared dedication of both nations…
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Visit from Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
On November 11, 2024, AICET welcomed visitors from Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Kampar, Malaysia, comprising both lecturers and students. The delegation visited to learn more about AICET’s projects in AI and its applications in education. Associate Professor Ben Leong, Director of AICET, greeted the visitors with an insightful sharing on the role of AI in transforming education, introducing several key projects at the centre. The session provided valuable insights and an opportunity for UTAR’s students to engage with AICET’s team to explore real-world applications of AI in their learning. The visit highlighted the importance of collaboration in advancing AI…
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AI Workshop at Raffles Girls’ School
On November 8, 2024, the AICET Pedagogy Team conducted an engaging and informative workshop for about 140 educators at Raffles Girls’ School, focusing on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their teaching and learning practices. The workshop, led by Jonathan Sim, Assistant Director (Pedagogy), provided valuable insights into the transformative potential of AI in classrooms. Jonathan shared how AI can be used to augment teachers’ abilities and to better support student learning. He showcased the importance of crafting effective prompts for Generative AI tools – namely how well-designed prompts can spark critical thinking in students, and how better prompting skills empower learners…
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Korean AIEDAP Delegate Visits AICET to Deepen Understanding of AI Education
On 8th November 2024, a delegate from Korea’s AI Education Alliance & Policy Lab (AIEDAP) visited AICET. This visit is part of a broader initiative aimed at enhancing AI-driven educational collaboration between South Korea and Singapore. Both parties expressed strong enthusiasm for potential joint research projects and teacher development programs, with the goal of accelerating AI integration in educational systems across Asia. This meeting once again affirms ongoing efforts to explore synergies between South Korea’s AI education initiatives and AICET’s pioneering research in educational technology.
