Recent years have seen explosive growth in educational technology. With Covid-19 forcing schools to adopt remote learning protocols, followed by the emergence of Large AI Language Models (LLM), schools in Hong Kong have had no choice but to adapt and respond to these unique sets of challenges.
Many leading schools have used this period as an opportunity to grow and forge new partnerships. A notable example is the Canadian International School of Hong Kong (CDNIS), which became one of two schools in Hong Kong named Apple Distinguished Schools.
This program is by invitation only to schools whose staff have demonstrated innovative use of Apple platforms and supports school leaders through leadership events, opportunities for engagement with experts, and collaboration with sharing peers. an interest in innovative learning and teaching.
“Being one of Hong Kong’s most distinguished schools is rewarding, underscoring our commitment to innovation and excellence in education through technology,” says John Stringer, Coordinator of the digital literacy at the CDNIS higher school. “As an Apple Distinguished Educator and Apple Coach, I work with teachers and students to transform learning through educational technology. I focus on coding, AI integration, and digital citizenship. I also help teachers use MacBooks to create innovative learning experiences that go beyond what traditional classrooms can achieve.
Apple Distinguished Schools are expected to continually innovate and improve their integration of technology into their programs during their three-year designation period. This includes exploring new educational products and methodologies that build on Apple’s existing suite of teaching and learning tools.