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ELT

THE DIGITAL WORLD

Saturday February 8th 2025 - ONLINE MODALITY

For more information and registration, write to simposios@britanico.edu.pe

Digital Tools to enhance our pronunciation teaching and learning (Rosalia Vargas)

9:00am- 10:00 am

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Crafting engaging listening activities with digital tools and AI (Angela Rabanal)

Using Artificial Intelligence to Create Better ELT Materials for gamification (José Luis Yalta)

10:15am- 11:00am

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Enhancing Writing Skills: Balanced Use of AI for English Learners (Carmen Rodriguez)

AI-Powered Materials for EFL: Engaging Vocabulary & Functions (Arturo Gayosa)

11:30am- 12:15pm

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Conversations Reimagined: Using Digital Tools and AI to Enhance Speaking Activities (Ricardo Arizaga)

12:30pm- 1:30pm

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Using AI to Create Better ELT Materials (José Luis Yalta)

This presentation explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can simplify and enhance the creation of English Language Teaching (ELT) materials. Learn how to automate tasks with different programs to develop interactive quizzes, personalized feedback, and more. Discover practical ways to use these tools to make your teaching more effective and engaging.

Carmen Rodriguez

Carmen Rodriguez has over 22 years of experience in teaching English and has been responsible for Basic, Intermediate, B2 First, and C1 Advanced courses. She holds the C2 Proficiency and ICELT certificates from the University of Cambridge, as well as a degree in Law from Universidad San Martín de Porres. Carmen has participated in various courses and events in the UK and has been a speaker at LABCI and other local conferences. She is currently serving as an Academic Coordinator in the Británico Studies Area, overseeing the adults' program, courses for teenagers, and courses for specific purposes. Additionally, Carmen has completed courses in digital materials and is currently pursuing studies in educational technology and the application of AI in the classroom.

Ricardo Arizaga

Ricardo Arizaga is an ESL teacher with over 12 years of experience in the field. He holds Cambridge C2 Proficiency, the In-Service Certificate in English Language Teaching (ICELT) from Cambridge University, and the CESBRIT from the Británico. He’s also completed courses in Prompt engineering and AI in education from DeepMind, The Georgia Institute of technology, Google and Microsoft. His passion for Ed Tech has led him to speak at events hosted by the Británico, LABCI and Richmond, while also providing his colleagues with training in the use of tech thanks to the kind invitation of the E-learning team. Ricardo is the tutor of the Technology, AI and Digital Materials in ELT Specialisation Course offered by Británico and the Faculty of Education at UNMSM.

Angela Rabanal

Angela Rabanal has over 12 years of experience. Bachelor's Degree in Education (Escuela de Educación Superior Pedagógica). Holds the C2 Proficiency, ICELT, Train the Trainers, and DELTA (Cambridge) certificates, in addition to the Certificate of E-learning Skills for Británico Teachers. Completed the Practical Teacher course at IH, London, and The Trinity Certificate for Practising Teachers.

Conversations Reimagined: Using Digital Tools and AI to Enhance Speaking Activities (Ricardo Arizaga)

As English Language Teachers, we all aim to create an environment where students feel confident and motivated to engage in speaking activities. However, many educators question whether it is possible to capitalize on the rise of digital tools and AI to create experiences that foster the development of their students' speaking skills both inside and beyond the classroom. Join this talk to explore how digital tools and AI-powered virtual assistants can be used to create engaging speaking activities that cater to diverse learning styles. By combining these tools with generated materials and interactive activities, teachers will discover how to unlock their students' potential for creative expression and critical thinking through conversations.

José Luis Yalta

José Luis has been an English teacher since 2006. He holds Cambridge ICELT and C2 Proficiency certifications and a Bachelor's degree in Education with a specialization in ELT from IPNM. He is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in ICTs for Education at PUCP. José Luis has spoken at various events, including LABCI Mexico, Británico, and other Language Centre Conventions. He has also attended methodological seminars in the UK and is currently working as an E-learning Academic Coordinator at Británico.

Digital Tools to enhance our pronunciation teaching and learning (Rosalia Vargas)

Effective pronunciation teaching starts by emphasising the importance of pronunciation for clear communication. Digital tools offer many advantages, but we need guidance on selecting the most effective technologies for significant learning. In our presentation, we'll explore practical, often overlooked tools that can enhance pronunciation instruction. By focusing on readily available resources, participants will leave equipped with tools to seamlessly integrate into their classrooms, improving both students' and teachers' pronunciation skills.

Crafting engaging listening activities with digital tools and AI (Angela Rabanal)

This workshop explores the use of digital tools to create interactive and effective listening activities. Participants will learn how to design engaging materials, incorporate multimedia elements, and leverage technology to enhance student motivation. By exploring the potential of AI in generating and customising listening content, teachers will also gain the skills to create personalised learning experiences that cater to diverse learner needs.

Rosalia Vargas

Rosalía Vargas, an English teacher at Británico since 1998, holds Cambridge CEELT, COTE and C2 Proficiency certifications, and is a Cambridge Speaking Examiner. She’s spoken at various events, including LABCI, IATEFL- Peru, and Macmillan conventions. As an ACPB Overseas Scholarship holder, she’s also attended methodological courses in the UK, including the Exeter College Teacher Summer Seminar at Oxford University, where she met teacher trainer and pronunciation Adrian Underhill. Rosalia also completed an online course by Mark Hancock, another internationally recognised authority on pronunciation. She is currently tutoring the Pronunciation for Teachers Specialisation Course offered by Británico and the Faculty of Education at UNMSM.

AI-Powered Materials for EFL: Engaging Vocabulary & Functions (Arturo Gayosa)

In this workshop, participants will explore the innovative use of AI tools to create and adapt EFL teaching materials, with a special emphasis on vocabulary and language functions. We will dive into practical strategies for generating images and text that can transform traditional resources into more dynamic and interactive content, making learning both visually appealing and intellectually stimulating. Through a series of examples and demonstrations, participants will be equipped with fresh insights and ideas on how to enhance the effectiveness of their teaching materials, ultimately fostering a more engaging and impactful learning experience for their students.

Enhancing Writing Skills: Balanced Use of AI for English Learners (Carmen Rodriguez)

Explore the evolving role of AI in English education for teenage and young learners, emphasizing the importance of balanced usage. This presentation demonstrates how AI chatbots can serve as powerful tools to generate ideas and enhance writing skills without becoming a crutch. Learn strategies to integrate AI effectively, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and independent writing in students.

Arturo Gayosa

Arturo Gayosa is an English teacher with 10 years of experience in language instruction. He holds a C1 Advanced English certification and the ICELT certification, both awarded by the University of Cambridge. For the past five years, he has worked as the Academic Coordinator of E-learning and Special Projects at the Británico. He has been involved in the creation and delivery of courses for teachers aiming to improve their digital skills, the development of online courses for social responsibility projects focused on English learning, as well as workshops on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance various English language skills.