Netherlands Chinese Language Education Association (SCON) hosts teachers’ talent show awards and autumn training

October 13, 2025

This article has been auto-translated from Chinese to English using Google Translate. The original article can be found here. It has been published on the HLE Network website with permission from the Eindhoven Chinese School. Many congratulations to this successful event and recognition for important work.

In the golden autumn of October, with a refreshing autumn breeze, the 4th Global Chinese Language Teachers' Teaching Talent Showcase (Netherlands Region) Award Ceremony and the 2025 Autumn Training and Exchange Conference for Chinese Language Teachers, hosted by the China Overseas Chinese Education Foundation and organized by the Dutch Chinese Language Education Association, were grandly held at the Rotterdam Library on October 12, 2025.

The event, themed "Exploring New Paths for Development in the Digital Age—The New Empowerment of AI in Chinese Language Education," brought together Chinese language educators from across the Netherlands to discuss the innovative opportunities and practical pathways that artificial intelligence technology brings to Chinese language education. More than 110 teachers from various Chinese schools in the Netherlands participated. Guests invited to attend the awards ceremony included He Shiqing, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in the Netherlands, Ma Tian, ​​Secretary, Chen Long, Executive Chairman of the Federation of Chinese Associations in the Netherlands, Hu Guoqian, President of the Federation of Overseas Chinese Associations in the Netherlands, and Lu Hanhe, Vice President of the European Benelux Chongzheng Hakka Association.

At the beginning of the event, Mr. Chen Huazhong, Chairman of the Dutch Chinese Language Education Association, delivered a speech. On behalf of the association, he expressed sincere gratitude to all the teachers participating in the talent show, the instructors from the Chinese Language Education Foundation, the judges, and the dedicated staff. He also extended warm congratulations to all the winning teachers and a warm welcome to the guests. He reflected that over the past few months, everyone had explored the infinite possibilities of artificial intelligence in education, using innovative thinking and wisdom to transform technology into a powerful tool for problem-solving. The teachers' works shone with a thirst for knowledge and a dedication to innovation.

"Today, we are not only recognizing the winners, but also celebrating the growth and breakthroughs of every participant. Your presentations not only showcase the brilliance of technology but also embody the vision of the younger generation." He encouraged everyone to take this talent show as a new starting point, continue to maintain their curiosity about the unknown and their enthusiasm for innovation, and let AI continue to shine in future teaching!

Following this, Counsellor He Shiqing delivered a warm and enthusiastic speech. On behalf of the Embassy, ​​he expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Dutch Chinese Language Education Association and various Chinese language schools for their efforts in preparing for the event, and congratulated all the award-winning teachers and teams. He pointed out that the Dutch Chinese language education community has achieved gratifying results in recent years. For a long time, the Dutch Chinese Language Education Association and various Chinese language schools have upheld the spirit of self-reliance and actively explored new models of overseas Chinese language education, drawing on advanced teaching concepts in the Netherlands to allow Chinese language education to take root and flourish locally.

Chinese language education is a bridge connecting people's hearts, a hopeful project for cultural inheritance, and an important bond for promoting mutual understanding and friendship between the people of China and the Netherlands. He hoped that Chinese language education could combine the cultural background and needs of local students, innovate teaching methods, and showcase its unique charm. He also looked forward to this event becoming a good platform for teachers to showcase their achievements, exchange experiences, and grow together, contributing new strength to Sino-Dutch cultural exchange and the cultural inheritance of the new generation of Chinese descendants!

In his address, Chen Long, Executive Chairman of the Federation of Chinese Associations in the Netherlands, paid high tribute on behalf of the Federation to all teachers dedicated to overseas Chinese language education and extended warm congratulations to the award-winning teachers. “You are the cream of the crop among overseas Chinese language teachers, exemplars of dedication and innovation. You have nurtured children’s growth with love and reaped abundant rewards with professionalism and enthusiasm. This honor belongs not only to you personally, but also to the pride of the entire Dutch Chinese language education community.”

He expressed his hope that all teachers would continue to work together, innovate, and jointly promote the cause of Chinese language education in the Netherlands to new heights, writing a new chapter of glory.

During the awards ceremony, the guests and association directors presented the "Outstanding Teacher Award" to twenty award-winning teachers. Chairman Chen Huazhong presented the "Gold Medal Teacher Award" to teachers Liu Yan and Zhang Muhua. The "Outstanding Organization Award" was also presented to eight schools, including Danhua Cultural Education Center, Delft Chinese School, Andofen Chinese School, Groningen Chinese School, Utrecht Chinese School, Radboud Kaiyuan Chinese School, Zhonglinburg Chinese School, and Yixuetang. The "Global Outstanding Organization Award" was also presented to Delft Chinese School.

Following the awards ceremony, award-winning teachers shared their teaching experiences and insights, discussing the application of AI technology in classroom interaction, textbook design, and student assessment. The teachers' sharing not only brought new teaching concepts but also injected new momentum into the future of Chinese language education. The participating teachers expressed that this training and exchange activity organized by the Dutch Chinese Language Education Association not only showcased the teaching style and innovative spirit of overseas Chinese language teachers but also built a valuable platform for learning, exchange, and professional growth among teachers, proving to be extremely beneficial.

The Dutch Chinese Language Education Association will continue to work with all sectors to promote the high-quality development of overseas Chinese language education and write a new chapter in Chinese language education in the digital age.