Adapting new technologies to empower Arabic language teaching, learning and assessment

In this presentation, independent languages consultant from the UK, Joe Dale shares invaluable insights and practical tools to facilitate Arabic language teaching, learning, and assessment.
Key Highlights:
Introduction to Technology in Education: Joe begins with a heartfelt introduction, recounting his initial interaction with the community and the importance of sharing resources during the transition to online learning in 2020.
Interactive Session Overview: Emphasizing the interactive nature of the session, participants are encouraged to engage through comments and questions, making this a collaborative learning experience.
Tools for Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing: Joe demonstrates a variety of digital tools, focusing on listening, speaking, reading, writing, and assessment. Key tools include TTS Maker for text-to-speech conversion, TurboScribe for transcribing audio and video files, and Google Translate for creating personalized phrase books.
AI in Language Learning: The session delves into how AI can generate content quickly, save time, and enhance teaching methods. Joe also addresses potential inaccuracies and the importance of critical analysis when using AI-generated materials.
Practical Demonstrations: Live demonstrations showcase tools like TTS Maker, TurboScribe, and Mizou, highlighting their practical applications in an educational setting. These tools are shown to effectively support language learning, offering features like pronunciation modeling and interactive chatbots.
Student Engagement and Collaboration: Joe discusses methods to promote student agency, such as using Google Sheets for collaborative phrase books and leveraging AI tools to create interactive and engaging language activities.
Q&A and Hands-On Practice: Participants are encouraged to test out tools during the session, fostering an environment of hands-on learning and immediate application of the demonstrated technologies.
Conclusion:
This session aims to empower educators with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively integrate technology into Arabic language education. By leveraging AI and digital resources, teachers can create a dynamic and engaging learning experience for their students.