Smart & Impactful Teaching with AI
Future-Ready Teaching
Headstart Group is most proud to present this specially designed and highly practical training workshop exclusive for Headstart NETs. This certificate workshop is conducted by Professor Benjamin Luke Moorhouse, a world-renowned expert in AI and language teaching and a recipient of multiple university teaching awards. Prof Moorhouse is also a prior academic role at the Education Bureau (EDB), with extensive experience as a primary school English language teacher.w
This workshop is truly unparalleled — an essential step for NETs determined to stay ahead in the new era of teaching. More than theory, it delivers hands‑on, practical skills that open educators’ eyes to the power of AI as a classroom tool. You will gain the vision to transform lessons, inspire active student engagement, elevate learning outcomes, and stand out as leaders in the profession. No prior AI/coding knowledge required.
AI doesn't compete for your role—smart operators do.
What you will gain?
- Walk away ready to use AI in tomorrow’s lessons
- Master AI tools for both classroom interaction and preparation
- Learn from a world renowned professor in the field
- Deepen experience through collaborative exchanges with peers
- Gain insights into an innovative new world of learning and teaching
- A valuable certificate by City University of Hong Kong, which is ranked 63rd globally in 2026 on Key QS Ranking and 7th on Asia University Rank
Work Smarter, Teach Better
How Will This Workshop Help You?
Generative AI shouldn’t replace teachers—it should empower you. This workshop is specifically built to address the real-world demands placed on NETs in Hong Kong primary and secondary schools.
Smarter Teaching & Faster Grading
Navigate AI Ethics with Confidence
Redefine the Teacher’s Role
Grounded in Local HK Context
Unlike generic AI courses, this workshop directly addresses the Hong Kong school curriculum, assessment standards, and language environment.
Module & Structure
Module I
- Foundations of AI & Ecosystem Exploration
- Introduction of AI tools: POE, Magicschool , Gemini +
- How AI tools work
- Prompt Engineering: for text and image
Module II
- AI-Powered Lesson Design & Material Creation
- AI-driven lesson planning and curriculum structuring
- Rapid creation of differentiated reading, listening, and task-based materials
- Designing interactive resources and activities for active lesson delivery
Module III
- Intelligent Assessment, Grading, & Feedback
- Generating rubrics, quizzes, and assessment criteria with AI
- Streamlining assignment grading and diagnostic feedback
- Balancing automated evaluation with personalized teacher insights
Module IV
- Ethics, Overuse, & The Future Teacher
- Ethical and responsible integration of AI in school environments
- Identifying and mitigating AI overuse, bias, and academic integrity risks
- Redefining the human role of the language teacher in an AI-driven era
The workshop will include:
Hands-on demonstrations and exploration of key GenAI tools, including Poe, MagicSchool, and Teachable Machine. Participants will examine pedagogically sound methods for integrating AI into language teaching, alongside facilitated discussions on the risks associated with the misuse or overuse of AI in education.
“The real power of AI in education is not to automate the human element, but to automate the routine tasks so teachers can focus on the human element.”
— Dr. Ethan Mollick, Professor at Wharton & Author of Co-Intelligence
Workshop Details
Conducted by: Professor Benjamin Luke Moorhouse, Associate Professor, Department of English, City University of Hong Kong, China.
Date: 21st November, 2026 (Saturday)
Time: Morning: 9:30am-12:45pm
Lunch: 13:00-14:00pm
Afternoon: 14:15-17:30pm
15-min tea and coffee break
Location: CityU (To be confirmed)
*Lunch and refreshments are included.
Fee: HKD$1280 (after sponsorship by Headstart Group)
*Seats are limited. Enrolment is on a first-come-first-served basis.
- Duration: 6 Hours (Full-day immersive hands-on workshop)
- Language: English
- Mode of study: Face-to-face
- Capacity: 25 participants per workshop
- Requirements: Participants are required to bring their own laptop.
Credential & Certificate
Upon successful completion of the 6-hour workshop, all participants will receive an official Certificate of Attendance issued jointly by City University of Hong Kong and Headstart Group.
This credential will be a testament to your initiative in continuing professional development (CPD) in educational technology and pedagogical innovation, showcasing your commitment to staying at the forefront of language teaching.
Led by the Expert
Meet Our Speaker
Prof. Benjamin Luke Moorhouse
Associate Professor, Department of English, City University of Hong Kong
Prof. Benjamin Luke Moorhouse is a leading authority on language teacher education and pedagogical innovation in Hong Kong. He brings a rare blend of deep academic expertise and hands-on experience, having worked extensively as a primary school English teacher in Hong Kong, as well as holding academic roles at the Education Bureau (EDB), Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), and the University of Hong Kong (HKU).
Award-Winning Educator: Recipient of the President’s Award for Outstanding Performance in Individual Teaching (HKBU, 2023).
Published Author: Author of Generative Artificial Intelligence and Language Teaching (published by Cambridge University Press).
Research Pioneer: Co-leads research at CityUHK’s New Frontiers in Professional Communication Lab, focusing on technology-enhanced language learning and professional communication.
Small Price, Massive Payoff, Enrol Now!
Elevate your professional standing through this direct and practical instruction from a published academic researcher and scholar.
2026-27 Professional Development Workshop for NETs
HKD $1280
(after sponsorship by Headstart Group)