This interactive presentation will explore digital assistants (e.g., Amazon Echo, Google Play) and their potential in the language class. As voice recognition and artificial intelligence evolve quickly, the possible uses of these technologies as tools in aspects such as pronunciation, listening and research continues to evolve. The session will briefly overview literature on voice recognition in language education and then primarily be a hands-on and interactive exploration of digital assistants.
Joe has been teaching languages for over 25 years. He is a senior lecturer in EAP and TESOL at Thompson Rivers University. His main areas of inquiry are educational technology and intercultural communication.
Jack has been involved in teaching EAL, curriculum development, and teacher training for over 20 years. He teaches EAP at Thompson Rivers University where he applies his passion for educational technology to developing online learning tools.
Saturday October 13, 2018 1:40pm - 2:40pm MDT
5 Piesporter17700-87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4
