2025 International Conference on English Language Education

in the AI Era: Opportunities and Challenges

5 to 6 July 2025, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen

About the CELE-AI Conference

The 2025 International Conference on English Language Education in the AI Era: Opportunities and Challenges (CELE-AI Conference) serves as a platform for language teachers, researchers, policymakers, and technologists to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in language education across the global academic landscape. Participants will have a chance to share experiences, perspectives, and research findings on AI-driven language education practices, discuss innovative AI-powered pedagogical approaches that transform and improve educational outcomes, and engage with the latest theoretical perspectives of AI in the field of language education. Together, we aim to shape the future of language education by exploring cutting-edge research, sharing best practices, and addressing emerging ethical and practical challenges in integrating AI technologies. The conference is composed of keynote speeches, featured symposiums, themed symposiums, workshops, paper presentations, and poster presentations on the following themes.

The key themes of this conference include:

1. Language Learning and Learner Factors in AI Context  

2. AI-Driven Pedagogical Innovations in Language Teaching  

3. Language Assessment in the AI Era  

4. Curriculum and Syllabus Development in the AI Era  

5. Teacher Professional Development in the AI Era  

6. Impact of AI on Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)  

7. New Technologies (i.e., Metaverse, AR, VR, XR) in Language Education  

8. Multimodality and AI 

9. AI and Digital Literacy  

10. Ethical Considerations in Integrating AI in Language Education  

11. English Language Teaching at K-12 Schools in the AI Era  

12. AI-Integrated Language Teaching and Testing Workshop

Conference Schedule  

CELE-AI Conference Schedule and Abstract Booklet   

Please download the CELE-AI Conference Schedule using the following link. Enter the code ‘CELE’ to access it.   https://pan.baidu.com/s/1r04ADFZ0fWF5anPYFqon8A?pwd=CELE

Presentation Formats

· Paper presentations: 20 minutes, inclusive of Q & A

Paper sessions are presented by one or more authors on a specific topic.

· Symposiums: 60 minutes, including 3-4 presentations. 

Symposiums are integrated presentations by a team on the different aspects of a topic or a problem. Each symposium session is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of a topic from multiple perspectives or showcase collaborative research projects.

· Workshops: 60 minutes 

Workshops are interactive sessions focusing on practical applications and hands-on learning, often involving small group discussions, exercises, and demonstrations.

· Posters: At designated timeslots

Posters will be displayed on large boards throughout the conference, allowing for continuous visibility. Presenters will have designated timeslots to stand by their posters and discuss their work with interested attendees, facilitating informal, one-on-one interactions.

Medium of the Conference: English

Abstract Requirements

All abstracts must be written in English, using clear and professional language, and should range between 250-300 words. Each abstract should include a title and 3-5 keywords. The abstract should include a brief background or context, clear objectives, methods or approaches used, key findings, and the significance of the work. Submissions must be original and not previously published or presented elsewhere.

All abstracts must be submitted electronically through the Microsoft Conference Management Toolkit (CMT) system using the link below. The abstracts will go through the double-blind review process. A Microsoft CMT account must be created to submit abstracts.

https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/ELEAIE2025/Submission/Index

Sign-up as Attendees Only

For participants who would like to attend the conference as attendees only, please kindly fill their information through the link or QR code below:

https://www.wjx.cn/vm/eo3k2ar.aspx# 

Please note that the attendees will pay at the same rate as the presenters and enjoy all the benefits presenters have.

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Yongyan ZHENG

Associate Dean

College of Foreign Languages and Literature

Fudan University

Prof. Zi YAN

RGC Senior Research Fellow

Head, Department of Curriculum and Instruction

The Education University of Hong Kong

Prof. Ching-Sing CHAI

Professor, Department of Curriculum and Instruction

Associate Dean (Postgraduate Studies), Faculty of Education

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Featured Symposium I 

Topic: Transforming EAP for the AI Era: Opportunities, Challenges, and Future Directions

Speakers: Heads and Senior Faculty Members of English Language Teaching Departments in EMI universities

Featured Symposium II 

Topic: Strategic AI Integration for University and K-12 Educators in the United States

Speakers: Vice Provost and Professors from Oklahoma State University in United States

Timeline

- Call for Abstracts Announced: 26 January 2025

- Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 April 2025 (Extended)

- Notification of Acceptance: by 20 May 2025 (On batches)

- Conference Dates: 5 – 6 July 2025

Conference Fee (Applicable to both presenters and attendees)

Conference Fee Includes:

· Access to all sessions / workshops

· Conference programme

· Conference kits: bags, pens, notepads, and the conference badge

· Lunch

· Tea break: tea, coffee, and refreshments  

· Conference dinner

Conference dinner for non-fee-payers: 200 RMB/person

Please note the conference fee is non-refundable

Payment Method One: Pay via Wechat

Payment Method Two: Pay via Telegraphic Transfer (for international participants)

Beneficiary: THE CHINESE UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG SHENZHEN

Address: 2001, LONGXIANG AVENUE, LONGGANG DISTRICT SHENZHEN, CHINA

Account Number: 752362810720

Beneficiary Bank: BANK OF CHINA SHENZHEN BRANCH LONGCHENG SUB-BRANCH

Bank's Address: Jia He Sheng Shi 1Qi, Long Fu Road & He Tian Road Crossroads, Zhong Xin Cheng, Longgang District, Shenzhen, China

SWIFT CODE: BKCHCNBJ45A

Please kindly leave the conference name in the remarks: 2025 International Conference on English Language Education in the AI Era

Conference Schedule (Tentative)

Conference Organizer:

School of Humanities and Social Science

The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen

Conference Chair: Dr. Wengao GONG

Conference Coordinator: Dr. Yangyu XIAO (Shirley)

Contact persons: Dr. Yangyu XIAO (Shirley), Dr. Kaixi WANG, Dr. Xiaohua LIU, and Dr. Qian WANG

Contact email: eleconference2025@cuhk.edu.cn

Location of CUHK-Shenzhen

Address: 2001 Longxiang Boulevard, Longgang District, Shenzhen

广东省深圳市龙岗区龙翔大道2001号
香港中文大学（深圳）

Telephone:(86) 755 8427 3000

Postcode: 518172

Travel to CUHK-Shenzhen (Suggested Routes)

From Shenzhen Bao’an Airport to CUHK-Shenzhen

Option 1: By Taxi

· Time: 1 hour

· Cost: Approx. CNY 200

Option 2: By Metro (Airport Line A4)

· Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

· Cost: Approx. CNY 35

1. Take Airport Line A4 to the Institute of Information and Technology Station.

2. Walk to CUHK-Shenzhen.

Option 3: By Metro (Line 11 & Line 14 & Line 16)

· Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

· Cost: Approx. CNY 30

1. Take Metro Line 11 to Gangxia North Station.

2. Transfer to Metro Line 14 and get off at Universiade Station and then transfer to Universiade Center Station through Line 16.

3. Walk to CUHK-Shenzhen (10 minutes).

From Hong Kong International Airport to CUHK-Shenzhen

Option 1: Via Bus and Metro

· Time: 3 hours

· Cost: Approx. CNY 150

1. Take Bus A43 to Sheung Shui Station.

2. Take the East Rail Line to Luohu Station.

3. Take a taxi to CUHK-Shenzhen.

Option 2: Via Cross-border Coach

· Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

· Cost: Approx. CNY 180

1. Take the Cross-border Coach to Longgang via Eternal Bus (https://www.myeebus.com/eebusfans/).

2. Take a taxi to CUHK-Shenzhen.

From Shenzhen North Train Station to CUHK-Shenzhen

Option 1: By Taxi

· Time: Approx. 45 minutes

· Cost: Approx. CNY 100

Option 2: By Bus

· Time: Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes

· Cost: Approx. CNY 6

1. Take Bus E7 to the Institute of Information and Technology Station.

2. Walk to CUHK-Shenzhen.

Option 3: By Metro (Line 5 & Line 14 & Line 16)

1. Take Metro Line 5 to Buji Station.

2. Transfer to Metro Line 14 and get off at Universiade Station and then transfer to Universiade Center Station through Line 16.

3. Walk to CUHK-Shenzhen (10 minutes).

Weather

Shenzhen is in a humid subtropical climate zone with wet, hot summers and mild, sunny winters. It has plentiful sunshine and rainfall all year round. The yearly average temperature is 23°C (73°F). In July, the average temperature ranges from 26°C (79°F) to 32°C (90°F), with high humidity and frequent rainfall.

Accommodation

We have partnered with The Coli Hotel Shenzhen, located 2 km from our campus, to offer accommodation at a discounted rate. For bookings and enquiries, please contact the hotel directly through the link below:

https://forms.office.com/r/0gdeK7Q69R

Our conference dinner will be held at The Coli Hotel Shenzhen.