How Well Can AI Assist Us in Coding and Grading Tasks?

Explore the transformative potential of generative AI in education at our engaging seminar. Join leading experts as they share insights on large language models, grading assessments, and feedback generation. Delve into the background, techniques, and development of large language models, revolutionising natural language processing and information retrieval. Experience cutting-edge experiments that leverage generative AI to enhance grading, ensuring efficiency and accuracy while maintaining assessment integrity. Uncover the promises and challenges of customising ChatGPT for automating grading and feedback generation, supporting university language teachers. This thought-provoking session offers an opportunity to engage with experts, explore the profound implications of generative AI in education, and envision the future of teaching and learning.

[This seminar does not provide participants with an acknowledgement letter or attendance certificate.]

[With the speakers' consent, we will share their PowerPoint slides and the recording after the event.]

Presentation Topics & Guest Speakers

Facilitator:

Prof CHEUNG William, Associate Vice-President (Undergraduate Programme) & Professor, Department of Computer Science, Hong Kong Baptist University

1. Large Language Model: Background, Techniques, and Our Development

Dr MA Jing, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Hong Kong Baptist University

2. Experiments in Generative AI Competences in Grading Assessments

Prof PIETARINEN Ahti-Veikko, Professor, Department of Religion and Philosophy, Hong Kong Baptist University

Dr WAN Clara, Lecturer, School of Continuing Education, Hong Kong Baptist University

3. Customising ChatGPT for Automating Grading and Feedback Generation: Promises and Challenges for University Language Teachers

Dr WANG Simon, Lecturer in English, Language Centre, Hong Kong Baptist University

Mr HUANG Junxin, Research Assistant, Department of Computer Science/Language Centre, Hong Kong Baptist University