Assistant Professor, Director of IB Educator Certificate (PYP, MYP, DP), Namseoul University
Dr. Justin Zhang is a dedicated educator who focuses on educational technology and international education. He holds dual MAs, one in Applied Linguistics, another one in Language Teaching, a Ph.D. in Educational Technology. Recognized as a registered teacher in both the US and UK (with QTS), Justin takes on the role of a workshop leader and examiner for various international curricula and organizations, including the IB, IGCSE, A-levels, and ACTFL. He is an Assistant Professor and Director of IB Educator Certificate Centre at Namseoul University in South Korea, and he used to be the Head of Chinese at an international school in Hong Kong. His career also includes teaching in Beijing and Barcelona, and he is now serving on IB, NEASC and WASC school accreditation committees and contributing to academic journals as a researcher and reviewer. Besides, he is dedicated to working on educator empowerment through research on instructional design, agency, and creating resources and tools for educators.
This presentation introduces the AIED-PILAR model, a framework for AI-enhanced pedagogy and learning in international school contexts. It explores how Generative AI (GenAI) can transform teaching, learning, and assessment in international educational settings. The AIED-PILAR model demonstrates the integration of GenAI in various aspects of education, including curriculum co-planning, co-teaching, instructional coaching, personalized tutoring, and inquiry facilitation.
The model emphasizes a balanced approach, showcasing how AI can be utilized through effective prompt writing and enable customized educational tools while maintaining a human-centric focus. By harmonizing AI capabilities with human intelligence, critical thinking, and creativity, AIED-PILAR aims to augment rather than replace human expertise in education.
This framework provides practical strategies for educators in international schools to leverage AI, creating engaging, personalized, and future-oriented learning experiences. The presentation offers insights into the effective implementation of AI-enhanced pedagogical models, including techniques for prompt writing, paving the way for innovative educational practices in diverse international school environments.