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Project number: 2023-1-DE02-KA220-ADU-000155302

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Chatbots for Conversational Practice

Voice Recognition Systems

Adaptive Learning Tools

Final Quiz

Chatbots for Conversational Practice

AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT or Replika simulate real-time dialogue using Natural Language Processing(NLP). They adapt to learners’ proficiency levels and provide a judgment-free space to practice conversation. However, they may struggle with cultural nuance or emotional context.

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Using Chatbots Creatively

Teachers can design scenario-based exercises like ordering food or booking a hotel. Chatbots can target specific skills such as speaking, listening, and vocabulary. Educators can facilitate analysis of chatbot responses in terms of correctness and cultural appropriateness.

Encouraging a safe space for practice

Chatbots reduce anxiety by allowing learners to make mistakes in a supportive environment. They promote learner autonomy and confidence. Teachers can guide learners in using chatbots to reflect on culturally appropriate language.

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For Teachers

For Self-Learners

• Chatbots allow you to practice language your way – anytime, anywhere.

• Set daily or weekly speaking goals and repeat dialogues as needed

• Use chatbots to build fluency and confidence on your own schedule.

• Use chatbots to create differentiated speaking tasks. Assign topics or difficulty levels based on learners’ needs.

• Encourage learners to explore specific scenarios like ordering food or small talk, and monitor progress through recorded conversations.

Understanding Voice Recognition Systems

Voice recognition tools like ELSA Speak analyze pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation. They compare learner speech to a standard model and offer immediate feedback. However, accuracy may vary due to accent bias and training data limitations.

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Benefits from Working with VRS

In a study from 2022, Muzakki, van Hout, Strik and Cucchiarini investiged the effects of using websites equipped with Voice Recognition Systems, providing different types of immediate feeback. The results indicated that it was successfull in improving pronunciation skills.

Bashori, M., van Hout, R., Strik, H., & Cucchiarini, C. (2022). ‘Look, I can speak correctly’: learning vocabulary and pronunciation through websites equipped with automatic speech recognition technology. Computer Assisted Language Learning, 37(5–6), 1335–1363.

-‘Look, look! I can speak correctly!’ -‘What score did you get? I got this (feeling proud)!’ -‘I got ‘excellent’!’ (Excerpts from the first author’s note-taking during classroom observations)

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Using Voice Recognition Sytems for Feedback

The video will show how CHATGPT can be used to practice conversation and get a feedback on vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation

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For Teachers

For Self-Learners

• Focus on sounds, phrases, scenarios you personally struggle with.

• Record, compare, and repeat until it feels right.

• Track your progress with visual feedback and make it part of your daily routine.

• Use voice recognition data to identify common errors and group learners accordingly.

• Assign personalized exercises and track improvement over time.

Adaptive Learning Tools

Adaptive AI learning tools are educational technologies that use artificial intelligence to personalise learning by continuously analysing student data and adjusting content, pace, and instructional methods in real time. They create individualized learning paths, provide instant feedback, and adapt to each student’s strengths and weaknesses.

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Key Considerations

• Teacher Training: Provide adequate training for effective use and interpretation of AI-generated insights.

• Continuous Monitoring: Regularly evaluate tool effectiveness and adapt as needed.

• Data Privacy: Ensure student data is securely handled and complies with privacy regulations.

• Bias and Fairness: Monitor algorithms for potential biases that could affect learning outcomes.
• Integration: Consider how the tool fits with existing curricula and systems.

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AI Tools to support Adaptive Teaching

The video suggests different AI tools for different tasks in teaching that can be used to monitor students progress, explore their weaknesses, automated grading and preparation of lessons.

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Leading laguage Learning Apps Worldwide in July 2024, by downloads

Duolingo

Praktika

14.271.785 Mio.

1.247.247 Mio.

LinguTown

Babbel

1.975.791 Mio.

1.247.247 Mio.

Source: https://www.statista.com/statistics/1239522/top-language-learning-apps-downloads/

Buddy.ai

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1.629.508 Mio.

For Teachers

For Self-Learners

• Use adaptive features to learn at your own speed.

• Tools highlight your weaknesses and build review into your path.

• Gamified rewards can keep you motivated and on track.

• Monitor learner data to adjust instruction, recommend review or extension tasks

• Ability to support large groups of students with individualized attention.

• Adaptive tools help personalize learning without increasing your workload.

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Final Quiz Are you Ready?

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Reflection Question

For Teachers

For Self-Learners

• What language goal would you like to achieve with AI support – and how will you do it?

• How can you use AI tools to support your learners’ individual goals?

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Training for Clearer Speech

Feedback and Fairness

Voice recognition should be seen as a learning aid, not an assessment tool. Consistent practice builds communication skills.

Learners can record their speech, compare it to the standard, and repeat as needed. Teachers can help interpret the feedback and tailor exercises to address specific pronunciation challenges.

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Teachers should address fairness by raising awareness of biases and ensuring accessibility.

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Chatbot Challenge

Choose your current speaking goal and try a chatbot challenge:

• I want to survive small talk → Simulate a café chat
• I want to improve fluency → 5-minute conversation about hobbies
• I want to sound more natural → Use 3 idioms in context

Teachers can customize these tasks by learner level and topic relevance.

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