Building confidence in AI skills for English language teaching
Join our live webinar series to learn how to effectively use the latest trends, tools, and tips around AI to enhance your English language teaching.
This series features leading experts in AI, exploring topics such as generative AI, ethics and AI literacy, language testing, AI-enabled learning products and AI-prototypes.
Artificial intelligence: Shining light in the language classroom
Presenter: Dr. Ken Beatty
11 March 2024
4:00pm - 5:00pm (GMT)
Explore the impact of AI in language learning: Join for an overview of AI in language learning, and best practices of how teachers and students can use AI to explore new paradigms and complement traditional approaches.
A teachers' guide to: Safe and ethical AI usage for learners
Presenter: Kacper Łodzikowski
12 March 2024
4:00pm - 5:00pm (GMT)
Join us for an exploration into the integration of generative Artificial Intelligence in language learning. Gain insights into enhancing your teaching methodologies including classroom instruction and practice, proficiency assessment, and self-study practice.
Practice English speaking with AI: Using AI in the classroom to build learners' confidence
Presenter: Magdalena Kania
13 March 2024
4:00pm - 5:00pm (GMT)
Explore the use of AI speaking activities to build learner's confidence and foster speaking practice beyond the classroom. Discover the right balance, with practical takeaways for ways to incorporate AI speaking practice into your lessons.
AI and storytelling: How to use AI as a powerful tool in creative writing
Presenter: Billie Jago
14 March 2024
4:00pm - 5:00pm (GMT)
Explore innovative strategies to enhance creativity and engagement in the classroom. Uncover the role of AI as a powerful creative writing ally, transforming narrative techniques and inspiring ideas and creativity in our learners.
Teaching in the age of AI: 7 tips for preparing for an educational evolution
Presenter: Ilya Gogin
15 March 2024
4:00pm - 5:00pm (GMT)
Discover how AI can augment teaching, personalize learning, and boost engagement. Delve into the AI-first pedagogy, ethical considerations, and practical strategies to make your classroom more effective, engaging, and innovative.
Ken Beatty
ELT Expert & Author
Dr. Ken Beatty, escritor y profesor de TESOL en la Universidad de Anaheim con un doctorado en estudios curriculares. Ha dado conferencias sobre la enseñanza de idiomas en todo el mundo, es autor de 67 libros de texto para Pearson y se centra en el pensamiento crítico y creativo.
Kacper Łodzikowski
Vice President, AI Learning Capabilities
Kacper Łodzikowski is the Vice President of AI Capabilities at Pearson. His group focuses on natural language processing, computational psychometrics, human-computer interaction, and ethical AI governance. He is also a linguistics researcher and AI lecturer at Adam Mickiewicz University, Poznań, Poland.
Magdalena Kania
ELT Expert & Teacher Trainer
Magdalena Kania, a teacher and mentor, runs a language school, hosts global workshops, and trains for Pearson. A SWPS Poland graduate in Brain Training, Magdalena is acclaimed for innovative projects, merging advanced methods with practical application.
Billie Jago
ELT Writer & Teacher Trainer
Billie Jago is an ELT writer and teacher trainer, specializing in digital learning materials and assessment resources. She has written for various Pearson titles, conducts international teacher training, and founded the ELTcpd professional development podcast.
Ilya Gogin
Director, Product Management
Ilya Gogin, Pearson's Product Management Director, advances language learning tech adoption. Previously, an Instructional Designer, he developed AI features and taught ESL in New York. With a TESOL Master's, he explores generative AI and XR for language learning.