Vicky Saumell - Böcker

Discussions around Artificial Intelligence (AI) areeverywhere, and are therefore inevitably on the minds of teachers and materialsalike. But as many of us will freely admit, it’s easy to feel confused,overwhelmed, and even exasperated by the hype, the rapid new developments andthe explosion of information that we face. Integrating AI in the classroom offersboth significant opportunities and complex challenges, alongside nuancedethical considerations.AI in ELT offersa comprehensive, critical and practical guide for teachers navigating thecomplex world of generative AI in education, especially in the context ofEnglish language teaching. Whether you are new to AI or looking to deepen yourpractice, this book equips you to make informed decisions that centre pedagogy,equity and the learner’s agency. It aims to ensure AI becomes a thoughtfuladdition to your teaching that genuinely enhances, rather than undermines, thequality and inclusivity of education.In the first part of the book, the authors explain theconcept of AI and what it is and what it can refer to. They aim to provide aclear and balanced view of the serious moral and ethical considerations in theuse of AI, as well as an overview of the implications of and potential for AIin the ELT classroom. In part two, they give examples of real and practicaluses for AI in English teaching and learning, placing the emphasis onestablishing ethical guidelines, codes of conduct and having principled reasonsfor the incorporation of AI into our teaching. Whether you are tech-savvy ornot, this book offers step-by-step plans to help you confidently bring AI intoyour teaching practice, with no advanced technical knowledge required.