As generative artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly transforms the educational landscape, the College of Humanities and Education at Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU), in collaboration with the AI Teaching Workshop, hosted the “Generative AI Application Workshop” on May 21, 2025 at the Liang Chia Performing Arts Hall, located in CYCU’s Holistic Education Village. The event attracted nearly 100 enthusiastic educators from elementary, junior high, and senior high schools, highlighting the education sector’s keen interest in AI tools and their practical applications.
The workshop featured five faculty members from CYCU’s College of Humanities and Education, all experienced in both AI integration and pedagogical innovation. Topics covered included AI-assisted video production, curriculum design support, data-driven teaching, and real-time feedback systems. The sessions were practical and interdisciplinary in nature, receiving overwhelmingly positive responses from participants.
The event was moderated by Assistant Professor Yu-Ting Huang from the Freshman Program. The keynote was delivered by Yu-Jen Lien, Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Applied English and General Manager of ViewSonic Taiwan, titled “AI Video Creation for Everyone.” He introduced platforms such as GAN, Noiz, and VoAI, demonstrating how educators can efficiently generate multimedia teaching materials using AI-generated visuals and videos.
Associate Professor Cheng-Ting Chen from the Department of Applied Foreign Languages presented “Magic Academy: The AI Quiz Assistant,” showcasing how generative AI can be applied to interactive worksheets and test creation, along with practical insights into using the edcafe platform for diagnostic teaching and assessments.
In “My AI Teaching Database,” Assistant Professor Yi-Yao Liao from the Department of Applied Chinese explored the challenges of vocabulary leveling and demonstrated how database construction combined with layered AI feedback mechanisms can enhance instructional accuracy and personalization.
Associate Professor Yu-Feng Wu from the Graduate Institute of Education delivered a session titled “AI + IRS: How to Use Real-Time Feedback Systems”, introducing teaching strategies that integrate AI with Interactive Response Systems (IRS). His presentation demonstrated how such tools can significantly enhance classroom engagement and improve learning outcomes.
The workshop highlighted the College of Humanities and Education at Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU)’s commitment to its core development themes: internationalization, regional revitalization, integration of teaching and research, and the fusion of humanities and technology. Guided by the philosophy of holistic education, the college emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, aiming to cultivate future educators who possess both professional expertise and humanistic values.
According to the organizers, the event showcased a diverse array of tools and case studies to help educators better understand how AI can be practically applied in the classroom. It also served as a platform to inspire interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative thinking, opening up broader possibilities for the future development of educational technology.
