Department of English, NCCU

Class Lecture Lecturer: Enrico Yen Yu Liou (MA Theatre Directing at University of Essex) Topic: Oedipus the King, the thematic significance of its theatrical staging Time: November 20 (Wed.) 9:10~12:00 Venue: Ji-tao Bldg. 340107

Invited talks for the MA Course, Teaching English as a Second and Other Language (TESOL)     Instructor: Prof. Chin-chi Chao   Theme: Past, Present, and Future of English Education in Taiwan   Nov. 5 Title: Securing an English Teacher Position and Surviving as a New Teacher Speaker: Brad Jheng (English teacher of Taichung Municipal Taichung First Senior High School, PhD-TESOL student) Time: Nov. 5 (Tue.) 10：10~12：00 ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝   Dec. 3 Title: Growing a cram school “empire”: What did a college graduate do to be so successful? Speaker: Ivy Chen (CEO of Ivy Schools) Time: Dec. 3 (Tue.) 10：10~12：00 ＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝＝   Dec. 17 Title: Why and how MA-TESOL education is a driving force for teacher wellbeing Speaker: Shih-chuan Wang (English teacher of Private Nanshan High School, MA-TESOL Alumnus) Time: Dec. 17 (Tue.) 10：10~12：00   Venue for all three lectures: International Bldg. 360201 (TESOL Lab)

Class Lecture Lecturer: Terry Hsieh, Author of “This Taiwanese Guy Speaks 25 Languages” Topic: Incredible "Multilingual Café": Immersive Second Language Learning Time: October 24 (Thurs.) 14:10~17:00 Venue: Xue-Si Bldg. 040208

Title: Enhancing Oral Communication Skills Using AI with Voice: A Workshop for Language Teachers Time: 12:10～14:00, Oct 24th, 2024 (Thu) Venue: National Chengchi University, Room 309, Research Building, No.64, Section 2, Zhinan Rd, Wenshan District, Taipei City (台北市文山區指南路二段64號 國立政治大學，研究大樓309教室) Speaker: Brian David Phillips, Michael Cheng (羅狼仁老師、鄭傳傑老師) Online form: Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ixq-arkb-npw Abstract: This workshop is tailored for educators who are interested in exploring the practical applications of AI tools to enhance oral language skills. Current and future language instructors will learn how to maximize AI tools: * Using AI Voice In and Outside Classrooms * Fostering Meaningful Conversations * Boost Fluency through Natural Language Exposure * Hands-On Practical Methods * Demonstrations in English but Useful for ANY Language This workshop is designed not merely to teach conversation but to reimagine the possibilities of incorporating cutting-edge methodologies into language instruction. No prior experience with ChatGPT is necessary, only an openness to innovation and a readiness to explore new teaching dynamics. Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/9HSpViSAzRg8bKRk/ AI4Edu research project team has a discussion group on Facebook. In this group, we share innovative AI tools and strategies for English teaching and research. If anyone is interested, welcome to come by and check it out! Note:  1. This workshop will be delivered in English. 2. This workshop provides sandwiches. (The ordering list will close at 18:00 on 10/21.)

  Class Lecture   Lecturer: Yi-chin Shih（Associate Professor, Department of English, NCUE）       Topic: Spatial Division and Transgression in Timerlake Wertenbaker’s The Grace of Mary Traverse Time: November 7 (Thursday) 10：10~12：00 Venue: Commerce Bldg. 260308

Class Lecture   Lecturer: Chienhan Chen, Associate Professor, Office of Teacher Education, National Taipei University of Education Topic: International Education through Project-Based Learning Time: November 25 (Monday) 13：10~15：00 Venue: Research Building 250421

Class Lecture   Lecturer: Chang, Rong Fu（In-Service MA student Dept. of Graphic Arts and Communications, NTNU）    Topic: AIGC Music video Generation and Practical Applications Time: October 22 (Tuesday) 9：10~12：00 Venue: Commerce Bldg. 260308  If you would like to register, please e-mail Prof. June Liu: juneliu.nccu@gmail.com

Class Lecture  Lecturer: Professor Jet Wu Topic: AI Script Writing and Film Making Time: October 15 (Tuesday) 9：10~12：00 Venue: Commerce Bldg. 260308 If you would like to register, please e-mail Prof. June Liu: juneliu.nccu@gmail.com

Class Lecture Lecturer: Professor Jet Wu Topic: Script Writing and AI Technology Time: October 8 (Tuesday) 9：10~12：00 Venue: Commerce Bldg. 260308 If you would like to register, please e-mail Prof. June Liu: juneliu.nccu@gmail.com

Class Lecture   Lecturer: Chuang, Mong Chun (Taoyuan Municipal Zhong Li Commercial Senior High School English Teacher, ETMA alumnus)  Topic: Past, Present, and Future of English Education in Taiwan: Experiences from the Ecology of a Professional High School Time: October 1 (Tuesday) 9：10~12：00 Venue: International Bldg. 360201 (TESOL Lab)