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📌 Revolutionizing #LanguageLearning: Innovative Strategies and Closing Remarks Discover #groundbreaking techniques for #language acquisition and expert insights on effective #teaching methods. Explore innovative strategies to #acceleratelearning and leave a lasting impact on your language journey. Dive into expert discussions and glean valuable closing remarks for a well-rounded approach to language education.

This morning I led a 90-minute webinar for the Association of French Teachers in Victoria, focusing on how AI tools can enhance French language teaching and learning. The session, titled "Adapting New Technology to Empower Modern Language Teaching, Learning, and Assessment", showcased practical applications of various AI technologies to support students' language skills. I began by welcoming attendees and outlining our objectives: demonstrating practical uses of AI tools in the classroom to enrich learning and streamline teaching. I then delved into several key AI tools and their applications: Immersive Reader, integrated into Microsoft products, supports reading comprehension and pronunciation. Helperbird, a Chrome extension, offers similar features plus additional capabilities. TurboScribe converts audio and video to text in multiple languages. Mizou enables the creation of educational chatbots for role-playing scenarios. Diffit generates texts and comprehension questions at various difficulty levels. Brisk Teaching automatically creates quizzes from videos or text. Padlet's "I Can't Draw" feature generates images from text prompts. The Image Accessibility Creator produces detailed image descriptions for visually impaired students. Lastly, I touched on ChatGPT 4o's enhanced document generation features. Throughout the webinar, I encouraged participants to interact, ask questions, and share their experiences, making the session highly engaging and practical. We concluded with a discussion on ethical considerations in using AI tools, including transparency and proper attribution. I provided additional resources, including access to a specialised course on AI in language teaching and information about the Language Teaching with AI Facebook Group. The enthusiastic response from participants underscored the potential impact of integrating these technologies into language teaching practices. Although we didn't cover everything in my presentation, I was thrilled with the response to the content we did address. https://lnkd.in/dssjdUJe

Li, X. (2024). Online language learning: A relief or a curse? Examining learner anxiety and preferences for instructional modes. The Language Learning Journal. Advance online publication. https://lnkd.in/gQQNke5d

Implementing #UDL in world language classes presents unique obstacles. Fortunately, we can minimize barriers for our students by setting firm goals and offering flexible means within the UDL framework. Explore 5 Ways to integrate UDL into world language classes https://hubs.la/Q02KDgYc0 #WorldLanguages #InclusivePractices Edutopia - George Lucas Educational Foundation

Why does language learning need more autonomy, and why now in particular? How can language educators encourage a more autonomy-friendly atmosphere in our classrooms? Julia Ochocińska explores these questions in her article in issue 52 of the IH Journal 👇 https://lnkd.in/esZ8Puvh #IHJournal #LeanerAutonomy #InternationalHouse #LanguageTeaching

Explore interactive exercises that ignite students’ interest in expanding their vocabulary, and boost excitement for language learning while you’re at it. https://lnkd.in/g9dp_grV

Boosting German Language Learning with Free Digital Tools: Practical Tips for Teachers

Dear Parents, guiding your child towards academic success is an ongoing journey, and it begins with instilling the right habits early on. Achieving excellence in language learning is within reach, and it starts with incorporating simple, effective habits into their daily routine. Here are three habits that have proven to be game-changers for students aiming for success: Habit #1 – Consistent Language Practice: Set aside a specific time each day for language practice. Whether it's through interactive online sessions, reading books, or watching educational videos, consistent practice builds fluency and confidence. Habit #2 – Immersive Language Experience: Create opportunities for your child to immerse themselves in the language. This could include watching movies, listening to music, or even chatting with native speakers online. Immersion accelerates learning and helps your child become more comfortable with the language. Habit #3 – Positive Reinforcement: Celebrate your child's progress and efforts regularly. Whether it's mastering a new vocabulary word or pronouncing a challenging sound correctly, praise and encouragement fuel motivation and perseverance. As Aristotle famously said, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Are you and your child ready to embrace these habits for academic excellence? Let’s start making positive changes today! Share your thoughts or any habits you’ve found helpful in the comments below.

🌟 Breaking the Mold in Language Learning 🌟 It's 2024, and yet, compliance and deficit-based approaches still dominate language learning programs. 🚀 It's time for a change! Language acquisition isn't about checking boxes or focusing solely on weaknesses. It's about embracing strengths, fostering creativity, and empowering learners to thrive! 💡 Let's shift the paradigm and prioritize holistic, empowering methods that truly unlock the potential of every language learner. 💬 #EmpowerLanguageLearners #BreakTheMold #LanguageLearningRevolution 🌍📚 https://lnkd.in/gkm9PAuA

This afternoon, I delivered a 90-minute presentation for the TESOL CALL IS webinar series, focusing on adapting new technologies to enhance language teaching, learning and assessment. The session explored how digital tools and AI can improve English language learners' skills across listening, reading, speaking and writing. We discussed various AI tools, including: 1. Immersive Reader: Transforms text to speech, enhancing auditory learning and accessibility. 2. TurboScribe: Converts audio/video to text in over 98 languages. 3. Mizou: Creates custom multilingual chatbots for conversational practice. 4. Voice Control for ChatGPT: Enables voice-controlled creation of language materials. 5. AudioPen: Converts voice to text and provides multilingual summaries. 6. Diffit: Creates graded versions of texts in different languages. 7. Padlet's "I Can't Draw": Transforms text into visual imagery. 8. Image Accessibility Creator: Provides detailed image descriptions. 9. Magic Padlet: Generates practice images for speaking exams. 10. Blockade Labs: Creates immersive 360-degree photos for language exploration. 11. Emoji Translations: Facilitates decoding skills through emoji sentences. 12. Quizizz AI: Creates language quizzes from videos or articles. 13. Questionwell: Automates educational question creation. 14. Brisk: Generates Google Slides and Quizzes from web pages or Google Docs. Throughout the webinar, I emphasised integrating these tools into existing lesson plans to enhance student engagement and promote independent learning. The session highlighted the transformative potential of AI in language education, demonstrating how these tools can create more engaging, accessible and effective learning experiences. The presentation aimed to show how AI can support all four language skills, foster independent learning and empower both teachers and students in the language learning process. Here is the presentation and recording. https://lnkd.in/ezUbpEhU The presentation starts at 14.37  https://lnkd.in/enpsP6jc