Language Teaching and Technology: From Gaming to AI
San Francisco
Organization: PAMLA
This panel aims to explore the evolving role of technology in language teaching, with a specific focus on the transition from gaming to artificial intelligence (AI) in the classroom. We expect to have a dynamic, thought-provoking discussion that brings together a diverse range of perspectives from educators, researchers, and experts in technology. Panelists will share their experiences, research, and practical insights into how technology is reshaping the landscape of language learning.
The panel will begin by examining the increasing integration of gaming into language teaching. Educational games, with their interactive and immersive nature, offer new ways to motivate learners, engage them in meaningful communication, and create authentic contexts for language practice. Panelists will discuss successful case studies, potential drawbacks, and the skills that both educators and learners need to navigate this digital landscape.
Moving forward, we will explore AI's growing influence in language education. Panelists will discuss AI-powered tools, such as intelligent language tutors, adaptive learning platforms, and automated assessment systems, and how these innovations are providing personalized, data-driven learning experiences. Discussions will include AI's benefits and challenges and the potential for reducing or reinforcing biases in learning materials and assessments.
Finally, we anticipate an open exchange on the future of language teaching technologies, considering both the opportunities and potential risks these innovations bring. Our goal is for the panel to stimulate critical thinking and foster collaboration among participants, empowering them to harness the power of gaming and AI to create more effective, inclusive, and engaging language learning environments.
The session will be interactive, inviting questions and reflections from the audience to deepen the conversation and promote dialogue about the future of language education in a tech-driven world.
https://pamla.ballastacademic.com/Home/S/19455
Francesca Ricciardelli
