In an era of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence, teachers face a new challenge: how to help students maintain independent thinking while leveraging technology to enhance learning and creativity. This workshop invites teachers to explore how design thinking, combined with empathy and innovative approaches, can empower students to ask the right questions and solve real-world problems. The activity introduces practical tools, showcases successful cases from education and business, and demonstrates how AI can accelerate the creative process while fostering essential skills that cannot be replaced by technology. Teachers will gain actionable strategies in design thinking, learn to integrate AI to improve teaching effectiveness, and develop the ability to guide students in innovation and critical thinking.

Date: 15 January 2025 (Thursday)
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 PM
venue: G01, Hong Kong Education City, Sha Kok Estate, Shatin 
Target Audience: Teachers

Speakers:

•    Ms Debbie Kwok, Operations Manager, iREd Solutions Limited
•    Ms Tiffany Liu, Founder, Infinite Light Coaching & Consulting Limited

Key Learning Objectives:

•    Understand the value proposition and evolution of design thinking
•    Master the Double Diamond model and related tools
•    Learn how to integrate AI with design thinking to enhance innovation effectiveness
•    Explore successful applications of design thinking in education and business

Discussion Topics:

•    How is the role of educators transforming in the AI era?
•    How can emotional intelligence and artificial intelligence be combined to foster deep thinking?
•    How can the Double Diamond model and empathy maps enhance students’ insight and creativity?
•    How can we ensure students view AI as an aid rather than a dependency?