Reflecting on the first two years of the AI revolution
Kacper Łodzikowski Pearson Languages
Summary
Over the past two years, the use of AI in education, particularly in language teaching and learning, has seen unprecedented experimentation by teachers, students, and companies. Although some implementations have begun to unlock the full potential of AI for enhancing pedagogical practices, many have only superficially explored its possibilities. This session will showcase Pearson’s latest AI products, such as auto-graded homework and self-study speaking exercises, describing their functionality in plain language. Recent studies highlight numerous benefits of these tools but also reveal significant challenges, including ensuring data privacy, maintaining compliance, and managing risks of inequalities. We will discuss these challenges and the necessity for robust frameworks to ensure AI tools are used ethically and effectively, on the example of Pearson’s own principles for responsible AI use.
Biodata
Kacper Łodzikowski is the Vice President of AI Capabilities at Pearson. His group primarily focuses on natural language processing, computational psychometrics, human-computer interaction, and ethical AI governance. He is also an AI lecturer and researcher at Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań, Poland.
Presentation Details
Type of presentation: Plenary
The presentation is for: General audience
The presentation focuses on: Various
The session is: A balanced mixture of theory and practice
Category: New Technologies in English Language Teaching and Learning
Presentation is commercial: Yes
Speaking on behalf of a publisher, examination board, or commercial organisation? Yes, Pearson Languages
Scheduled for
Date: Saturday, 2024-09-21, 10:10 - 11:10
Place: AUD 1L NE