HKAECT International Conference 2025

"The Vistas of Inclusive Innovations in Educational Communications and Technology"

πŸ“… Dates 12-14 June 2025
πŸ“ Location The University of Hong Kong
πŸ’» Format Live Online & In-Person

Welcome to HKAECT 2025

Join global educators, researchers, and practitioners in exploring the future of inclusive educational technology innovations.

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πŸ—“οΈ Important Dates

Full Paper Submission Deadline 31 December 2024
Abstract Submission Deadline 1 February 2025
Conference Dates 12-14 June 2025
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About the Conference

The HKAECT International Conference 2025 provides a premier platform to explore the current landscape, opportunities, and challenges associated with inclusive innovations in educational technology. Our conference brings together global educators, researchers, teachers, and practitioners who are the driving force behind educational technology innovation.

🎯 Conference Purpose

We aim to explore inclusive innovations in educational technology and communication, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among professionals from education, communication, social sciences, and humanities. The conference encourages insightful experiences that can empower and inspire the potential of EduTech within the community and beyond.

🌐 Interdisciplinary Focus

We welcome contributions from diverse disciplines including:

  • Education: Pedagogical innovations and teaching methodologies
  • Communication: Digital communication strategies and tools
  • Social Sciences: Cultural and social implications of educational technology
  • Humanities: Ethical considerations and human-centered design

πŸ’» Virtual Participation

Understanding the global nature of our community, we offer comprehensive virtual participation options. Whether you join us in person at The University of Hong Kong or participate online, you'll have full access to presentations, networking opportunities, and interactive sessions.

πŸ“š About HKAECT

The Hong Kong Association for Educational Communications and Technology (HKAECT), founded in 1990, has been organizing annual conferences that keep participants updated on the latest advancements and trends in EduTech, nurture a sense of belonging, and strengthen professional identity within the educational technology community.

🀝 What You'll Gain

  • Stay updated on the latest advancements and trends in EduTech
  • Nurture your sense of belonging in the professional community
  • Strengthen your professional identity in educational technology
  • Connect with fellow educators, researchers, and practitioners
  • Exchange ideas and collectively drive future integration of educational technology

Call for Papers

We warmly invite presentation proposals and full papers that explore innovative approaches to educational communications and technology. Join us in shaping the future of inclusive educational innovation!

Download Call for Papers (PDF)

πŸ“… Submission Deadlines

Full Papers (10-20 pages) 31 December 2024
Extended Abstracts (500 words) 1 February 2025

πŸ“§ Submission Details

Email: hkaectconference@gmail.com

Review Process: All submissions undergo blind peer-review to ensure academic quality

Submission Limit: Maximum of two submissions per author

🎯 Conference Sub-Themes

πŸŽ“ Innovative Pedagogies

Innovative pedagogies in education and communication

β™Ώ Inclusive Design

Inclusive design principles in digital innovations across various fields

πŸ“‹ EduTech Policies

EduTech policies and implementations

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Teacher Training

EduTech in teacher training and professional development

πŸ“š Teaching & Learning

EduTech in teaching and learning in various educational contexts

πŸ“Š Assessment

EduTech in assessment and evaluation

🀝 Collaboration

EduTech strategies for fostering collaboration and communication

πŸ—οΈ Learning Environments

Designing learning environments and fostering innovation for diverse needs

🌱 Sustainable Ecosystems

Sustainable and supportive ecosystems for EduTech

πŸ€– AI Tools

Chatbots, virtual assistants, and large language models in education

🌍 Social Perspectives

Social, cultural, and economic perspectives on AI in education

βš–οΈ Ethics & Privacy

Ethical considerations and implications in data privacy and digital surveillance

πŸ“– Publication Opportunities

πŸ“š Springer Yearbook Series

Accepted full papers will be included in a new volume under the Educational Communications and Technology Yearbook series, published by Springer and indexed by Scopus.

πŸ“° Conference Proceedings

Accepted abstracts will be included in the conference program booklet, and authors will be invited to present at the conference.

πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ Chinese Language Publications

Chinese manuscripts (10,000-20,000 characters) discussing literature and teaching, literature and digital humanities will be published in γ€Šζ–‡ε­Έθ«–θ‘‘γ€‹ or related books by the Hong Kong Association of Chinese Language and Literature.

πŸ“ Submission Requirements

Extended Abstracts (500 words): Clearly state research objectives, research questions, hypotheses (if any), research methods, findings, and implications/contributions.

Full Papers: 10-20 pages covering comprehensive research with methodology, results, and detailed analysis.

Paper Types Welcome: Theoretical and empirical papers, case studies, policy analyses, and critical reviews.

Submit Your Paper

Keynote Speakers

We are honored to present distinguished keynote speakers who are leaders in educational communications and technology, bringing diverse perspectives from around the globe.

Professor Christopher T. Miller
Professor Christopher T. Miller
President-Elect, AECT
Department of Foundational and Graduate Studies in Education
Morehead State University
Keynote Title: Up, Up, and Away! Comics as Innovative Multimedia for Inclusive Learning
Professor Hsin-Tzu (Tommy) Chen
Professor Hsin-Tzu (Tommy) Chen
Associate Professor
Department of Education
Chinese Culture University
Keynote Title: Exploring Inclusive Innovation in EdTech: AI’s Opportunities and Challenges for Taiwan’s Future Education
Professor Michele Della Ventura
Professor Michele Della Ventura
Department of Music Technology
Music Academy Studio Musica
Keynote Title: Dynamic Teaching to Improve Generative Artificial Intelligence
Professor Allan Yuen
Professor Allan Yuen
President
Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education
Keynote Title: Digital Innovation in Early Childhood Education: Context in Dialogue

Conference Organization

🀝 Co-organizers

HKAECT
The University of Hong Kong Libraries
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πŸ‘₯ Conference Chairs

Wendy Chan
HKU Space Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College
Anna Tso
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

🎯 Program Co-Chairs

Albert Chan
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Helena Sit
The University of Newcastle

🌍 International Advisory Board

Alessandro Benati
University College Dublin
Sharif Alghazo
University of Jordan
John Blake
University of Aizu
Hsin-Tzu (Tommy) Chen
TAECT / Chinese Culture University
Juhong Christie Liu
James Madison University
Brett Greatley-Hirsch
University of Leeds
Timothy Hew
The University of Hong Kong
Shih-Chang Hsin
National Tsing Hua University
Feng-Qi Lai
Indiana State University
Xiaojun June Chen
St. John's University
Will W. K. Ma
Tung Wah College
Sarah Olive
Aston University
Kay A. Persichitte
University of Wyoming
Bart Rienties
The Open University UK
Roopika Risam
Dartmouth College
Fredrik Tydal
Stockholm School of Economics
Allan H. K. Yuen
Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education

πŸ›οΈ Organizing Committee Members

Tiffany Shurui Bai
The University of Hong Kong
Sumie Chan
The University of Hong Kong
Miaoting (Cat) Cheng
Shenzhen University
Rose Cheuk-Wai Fong
Northumbria University London
Noble Lo
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Steven K. K. Ng
Ming-Ai (London) Institute
Chenwei Zhang
The University of Hong Kong

πŸ“‹ International Program Committee

Rik Bair
University of Miami
Alex Chi-Keung Chan
Tung Wah College
Venus Chan
Metropolitan University of Hong Kong
April Kwan King Cheung
The Education University of Hong Kong
Thomas Kin-fung Chiu
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Eric Chui
HKU Space Po Leung Kuk Stanley Ho Community College
Helen Geng
Lingnan University
Frankie Har
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Chor-Kiu Lee
HKU Space Community College
Kacey Liu
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Ken Li
Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education
Miriam Lau
Hong Kong Baptist University
Chung Kwan Lo
The Education University of Hong Kong
Scott McLeod
University of Colorado Denver
Annie Ng
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hauman Ng
Hong Kong Chu Hai College
Patricia Ng
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
Tuyen Nguyen
The University of Newcastle
Jae Hyung Park
The Education University of Hong Kong
Leimin Shi
University of Wollongong
Howard Song
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
Yun Yi Tan
Universiti Sains Malaysia
Jessica To
The University of Hong Kong
Margaret Tsau
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
Benson Tong
Metropolitan University of Hong Kong
Linda Tsung
The University of Sydney
Kam-Hou Vat
University of Macau
Chi Hung Wong
Metropolitan University of Hong Kong
Korix Wong
The Education University of Hong Kong
Esther Woo
The University of Hong Kong
Clio Jing Wu
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
Simin Xu
The Education University of Hong Kong

πŸŽ“ Expertise & Leadership

Our organizing team brings together leading experts from universities across Hong Kong, Asia, and internationally. With representatives from major institutions and diverse academic backgrounds, we ensure a comprehensive and inclusive approach to educational technology research and practice.

Registration

Registration details will be available soon. Stay tuned for early bird pricing and registration procedures.

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🎫 Registration Categories

πŸŽ“ Academic & Professional - HK$800

Faculty members, researchers, and academic staff from educational institutions

Registration fee includes a complimentary one year HKAECT Membership (1.1.2025-31.12.2025)

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πŸ‘¨β€πŸŽ“ Student - HK$400

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Program Schedule

The detailed program schedule will be available closer to the conference date. We are currently working on an exciting lineup of sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities.

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πŸ“… Conference Overview

Day 1 - June 12, 2025

Opening ceremony, keynote presentations, and Paper presentations

Day 2 - June 13, 2025

Paper presentations and keynote presentations

Day 3 - June 14, 2025

Symposium on β€œHumanities and Education in the Age of AI”

🎯 Planned Program Elements

  • Keynote Presentations: Four distinguished speakers addressing key themes
  • Paper Sessions: Paper presentations
  • Panel Discussions: Expert panels on emerging topics

πŸ• Time Zones

The conference will be held in Hong Kong Standard Time (HKT, UTC+8). Virtual sessions will be scheduled to accommodate international participants across different time zones.

Contact Information

πŸ“§ General Inquiries

Email: hkaectconference@gmail.com

For all conference-related questions, submissions, and registration inquiries.

πŸ“ Conference Location

The University of Hong Kong
Pokfulam, Hong Kong

Detailed venue information will be provided upon registration.

🌐 Website & Resources

Conference Website: http://www.hkaect.org/hkaect2025/

πŸ—ΊοΈ Getting to Hong Kong

Hong Kong is easily accessible via Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), which connects to major cities worldwide. The University of Hong Kong is accessible by MTR (subway) and various public transportation options.

🏨 Accommodation

Information about recommended hotels and accommodation options near the University of Hong Kong will be provided to registered participants.

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