Exploring the Power of AI in Language Learning and Research

On June 6, 2025, the Faculty of Education at Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) hosted a two-part seminar series led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ju Seong Lee, Acting Head of English Language Education at The Education University of Hong Kong and one of the world’s top 1% language researchers (Stanford, 2024).

The first session, AI-Mediated Informal Digital Learning of English (IDLE), explored research showing how informal online English learning—through digital platforms and online forums—can boost language proficiency, confidence, and learner motivation. Dr. Lee demonstrated how AI can track progress, provide personalized support, and ease teacher workload, while emphasizing the importance of addressing issues like plagiarism, tool overuse, and data authenticity. Guest speaker Edwin Song, CEO of Moodie.ai, shared real-world applications of AI for communication training implemented in universities across Hong Kong, China, and Singapore.

The second session, Revolutionizing Research with AI & Publishing in SSCI Journals, was an interactive workshop where participants practiced using AI tools for data analysis, research design, and ethical evaluation. Dr. Lee also outlined practical strategies for publishing in SSCI-indexed journals, covering peer review navigation, responding to reviewer feedback, and exploring co-authorship opportunities.

Attendees from HUST, Foreign Trade University, and Phenikaa University engaged in lively discussions on responsible AI use, academic integrity, and effective research collaboration. The series reinforced AI’s role as a powerful academic partner—while underscoring that critical thinking, ethics, and accuracy remain at the core of impactful scholarship.

These types of events reflect the Faculty of Education’s commitment to engaging scholars and learners in disseminating research findings, improving academic skills, and building professional networks.