Technology empowerment is one of Yungu ​School's educational characteristics. When ​we first announced this vision at the school's ​founding, we firmly believed that education ​would inevitably be transformed by ​technology. Yungu cannot remain on the ​sidelines.


Today, we cannot bypass AI. As educators, ​we should proactively think about and ​explore how to help children better embrace ​the future in the AI era. This academic week ​will showcase Yungu's practical cases, ​including both how Yungu members use and ​explore AI, as well as broader experiences in ​technology-empowered education.


Meanwhile, we are also honored to have ​invited many experts, fellow educators, and ​enterprises to enrich this journey of ​exploration. We look forward to working ​with those who, like you, have the courage ​to explore, as we move closer to solving ​these challenges together.



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December 6th (Friday)

8:00 AM -12:30 PM

(Invited participants)

We will team up and divide into two groups to visit four uniquely ​characteristic kindergartens in Xihu District. Through environmental ​observation and thematic sharing, we will explore the practices of ​nature education and aesthetic education, the innovative, play-based ​work of new Montessori education, and the creation of a joyful ​childhood life built on relationship-building.

Language: Mandarin Chinese

December 6 (Friday)

2:00 PM - 4:50 PM

C102 Theater

You will gain a comprehensive understanding of ​Yungu's exploration in technology-empowered ​education through keynote speeches, Yungu press ​conferences, and case study sharing sessions, as you ​begin your journey through this academic week.

Language: Mandarin Chinese with AI English translation

December 7 (Saturday)

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

C102 Theater

You will enter the classroom and embark on an ​adventure with the Yungu community. We are ​attempting to integrate AI into students' learning ​journeys. We hope these two exploratory and ​experimental classes will provide a space for discussion ​where we can all talk about how to better use AI to ​support the transformation of teaching and learning ​methods.

Lesson Discussion and Evaluation

Jiang Yonggui

Professor, PhD Supervisor


Associate Dean of the Jinghengyi ​School of Education, Hangzhou ​Normal University

His research areas include ​educational reform, science ​education, and teacher education.

He has led two projects that won ​Provincial First Prize in Teaching ​Achievement Awards and two that ​received National Second Prize.

Liu Di

PhD in Education


Associate Professor at the School of ​Mathematical Sciences, East China ​Normal University


Her research areas include ​mathematics curriculum and ​instruction, mathematics textbook ​research, and mathematics ​teaching based on intelligent ​technology.

She is the chief editor of the 2024 ​edition of the Shanghai Education ​Press primary school mathematics ​textbook.

Language: Mandarin Chinese with AI English translation

December 7 (Saturday)

9:00 AM - 11:40 PM

Dandelion Hall

The Twenty-Four Solar Terms are an inheritable cultural ​heritage that represents both the rhythm of nature and ​the Chinese system of understanding nature and ​guiding daily life practices.


For this forum, we will invite experts from the ​Meteorological Bureau and researchers conducting ​practical studies in Beijing and Henan to discuss the ​localized implementation of Twenty-Four Solar Terms ​education in kindergartens from multiple perspectives, ​including nature, culture, and daily life.

Language: Mandarin Chinese

December 7 (Saturday)

1:30 PM - 3:15 PM


Location to be announced following course registration

“Techer” - a blend of “tech” and “teacher” - ​creates a new word representing teachers equipped ​with technological skills. In this section, there are ​various workshops and an “Unconference” for you to ​pick from!

Given by presenters of Yungu School

Given by ADE Presenters

In 1995, Apple created the Apple Distinguished Educators (ADE) program to recognize K–12 and higher-education pioneers ​who are using Apple technology to transform teaching and learning. These are the educators who are looking to change the ​world. They are active leaders from around the world helping other educators rethink what’s possible with iPad and Mac to ​make learning deeply personal for every student. (Read more ...)

Given by presenters of Yungu Partners

December 7 (Saturday)

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Gym

Yungu, together with the world’s coolest AI learning ​community—WaytoAGI, will recruit tech enthusiasts to ​teach you the latest cutting-edge technologies through ​market-style booths! We hope this dynamic and vibrant ​event will inspire educators to turn AI and other ​technologies into powerful tools!

December 7 (Saturday)

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Canteen and the Outdoor Square

The roast lamb is delicious, and if you don’t eat lamb, ​there’s roast suckling pig. If you’re not a meat lover, we ​also have a variety of small buffet snacks. Eating is ​important, but chatting and connecting with like-​minded people is even more so. And, this party is sure to ​have some unexpected surprises!

December 8 (Sunday)

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

C102 Theater

AI will force us to confront the essence of being human—

the fundamental question: “What makes us human?”

The ultimate goal of education is

to help people realize their full humanity.


In the era of AI, as educators,

we must reflect on the critical and essential questions

needed to truly fulfill the purpose of education.


As practitioners in this evolving landscape,

what preparations should we make,

and what new skills and insights must we develop

to carry out this mission successfully?

Ling Ran

Lead Organizer


Core Member of the Founding Team ​of Hangzhou Yungu School

Organizational Development ​Consultant

Yang Junfeng

Special Guest


Professor, PhD Supervisor

Associate Dean of the Graduate ​School, Hangzhou Normal ​University

Deputy Director of the Ministry of ​Education's Research Base for ​Education Informatization Strategy ​(Beijing)

Adjunct Professor at Beijing Normal ​University

Primary research areas: Smart ​Education, Ethical Applications of ​Artificial Intelligence in Education

Zhu Jiaxiong

Special Guest


Lifetime Professor and Doctoral ​Supervisor at East China Normal ​University

Former Dean of the Department of ​Preschool Education at East China ​Normal University

Chairman of the Preschool ​Education Professional Committee ​of the Chinese Society of Education

Advisor of the Academic Committee ​of the Chinese Society of Education

Tang Tianliang

Special Guest


Senior Training Expert at Ant Group

Focusing on the cultivation of new ​technical talents in the AI era and ​the improvement of specialized ​technical abilities.

Undergraduate and postgraduate ​student majoring in Computer ​Application Technology at Zhejiang ​University.

Having worked in NetEase and Ant ​Group for nearly 15 years.

Language: Mandarin Chinese with AI English translation

December 8 (Sunday)

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

C102 Theater

We have specially invited Principal Zhao Guixia to be the ​Experience Officer of Yungu Academic Week, guiding us ​in a recap and summary of this year's event.

Zhao Guixia

Yungu Academic Week Experience Officer


Principal of the Dandelion Education Think Tank Experimental Alliance Schools

National Model Worker

One of the Ministry of Education’s first cohort of Pioneer Principals

Expert for the Ministry of Education’s "National Teacher Training Program"

Member of the Expert Working Committee on Basic Education Curriculum and Textbooks, ​Ministry of Education

Language: Mandarin Chinese with AI English translation

Registration

The ticket price for this Academic Week is 988 RMB per person, which includes the ​conference fee, lunch and dinner on December 7th, and refreshments during ​activities. Transportation and accommodation are not included.

Schools that have participated in Yungu Academic Week or the Summer Learning ​Festival can enjoy a discounted rate of 888 RMB per person.

For those who wish to join the kindergarten visit on the morning of December 6th ​(Friday), please select the "Kindergarten Visit + Academic Week Ticket" option, ​priced at 1,268 RMB per person.

Transportation Guide


Hangzhou West Railway Station to Yungu School (approx. 7.4 km)

  • By taxi: about 15 minutes
  • By metro: Take Line 19 to Haichuangyuan Metro Station, then transfer to Bus ​343 to Shourenqiao Bus Stop


Hangzhou East Railway Station to Yungu School (approx. 23 km)

  • By taxi: about 40 minutes
  • By metro: Take Line 19 to Haichuangyuan Metro Station, then transfer to Bus ​343 to Shourenqiao Bus Stop


Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport to Yungu School (approx. 49 km)

  • By taxi: about 57 minutes
  • By metro: Take Line 19 to Haichuangyuan Metro Station, then transfer to Bus ​343 to Shourenqiao Bus Stop


Hotel Recommendations

The hotels recommended by the project team are not officially designated but ​are provided for your reference. It is advised to book at least one week in ​advance. Booking details should be confirmed directly between the guest and ​the hotel.

When booking, you can mention "Yungu School" to get a special discounted rate ​(see details below, all rates are per room per night, including breakfast for two). ​For accommodation invoices, please contact the hotel directly.

Name

Address

Contact

Cost

Distance ​and Travel ​Advice

All Seasons ​Hotel ​(Hangzhou ​Sanku Xixi ​Sci-Tech Park)

202 Zhenzhong ​Road, Wulian ​Economic ​Cooperation ​Industrial Park, ​Xihu District

0571-​28025656

Superior ​King/Double ​Room: 295 RMB

3.5 km, about ​8 minutes by ​taxi

Orange Hotel ​(Future Sci-​Tech City ​Alibaba ​Hotel)

768 Changzhang ​Road, Yuhang ​District, Block 6, ​Area A

Li Yuxia: ​177213992​38

Superior King ​Room: 320 ​RMB, Superior ​Double Room: ​340 RMB

4.3 km, about ​12 minutes by ​taxi

Atour Hotel, ​Xixi Sci-Tech ​Park, Yashen ​Building

8th Floor, 36 Xiran ​Street, Xihu District ​(140 m walk from ​Chihu Street Metro ​Station, Exit C)

Shi Qi: ​157001628​05

Superior ​King/Double ​Room: 350 ​RMB, Executive ​King Room: 380 ​RMB, Executive ​Double ​Room/Multiple ​Bed Room: 400 ​RMB

4 km, about 10 ​minutes by taxi

Hampton by ​Hilton, ​Wanxiang ​Xixi, Xihu ​District

600 Wen’er West ​Road, Xihu District, ​1st Floor, ​University ​Academic ​Exchange Center

Yang ​Shibo: ​157000939​76

Executive ​Double ​Room/Large ​King Room: 600 ​RMB

2.1 km, about ​6 minutes by ​taxi

Themes of Previous Academic Weeks

2018 (1st Edition): Personalized Learning

2019 (2nd Edition): Deep Learning

2021 (3rd Edition): Future-Oriented Learning Methods

2022 (4th Edition): "Nurturing the Best Version of Oneself" — Competency-Based ​Education

2023 (5th Edition): Competency-Based Education: "Teacher’s Toolbox"

2023 | The 5th Yungu Academic Week

Competency-Based Education: "Teacher’s Toolbox" Click image to read more

Hangzhou Yungu School reserves the right of final interpretation for this event.