Exploring the Potential of Robot Musio in English Language Classroom
Svetlana Maksimovic
Summary
In light of the future-oriented theme “Back from the Future,” this presentation explores how emotionally responsive technology, such as the robot Musio, could influence English language teaching. Musio, an interactive robot developed in South Korea, in use in Japan, can communicate through speech, text, and gestures. Although not yet introduced in Serbian schools, my doctoral research analyzed the potential use of Musio in the local context, focusing on its emotional and educational impact. The study, conducted with students aged 12 to 15, examined their perceptions of robots in education, particularly how such technology might affect motivation, classroom engagement, and development of communicative skills.
Biodata
Dr. Svetlana Maksimović is a Serbia-based English educator with 22 years of experience. She holds a PhD in Linguistics, researched educational technology in Japan, and attended Japanese universities. Passionate about Holocaust education and innovative teaching, she aims to foster empathy and critical thinking in students worldwide.
Presentation Details
Type of presentation: Talk
The presentation is for: General audience
The presentation focuses on: Various
The session is: Theoretical introduction / overview of the subject
Category: Learning Technology
Presentation is commercial: No
Speaking on behalf of a publisher, examination board, or commercial organisation? No
Scheduled for
Date: Saturday, 2025-09-20, 17:30 - 18:00
Place: 103