Since we are all thinking about Artificial Intelligence (AI), we wanted to know what everyone has to say about it. We reached out using social media and collected some various ideas and opinions on the topic. Some people chose to include their names and others opted to remain anonymous. Thanks to the people who participated!

Question 1: What are the biggest challenges that AI (like ChatGPT for example) is posing to language teachers? How are you dealing with these challenges or how do you plan to deal with these challenges?

AI has the potential to replace teachers in some activities such as grammar drills and proficiency assessments. However, we can embrace the use of AI while maintaining the quality of language instruction by focusing on skills that are not easily automated by AI, such as cultural competence, critical thinking, and creativity. We should use AI to provide personalized feedback to students and analyze student performance data, which can be particularly useful in introductory language classes where students may not receive enough individualized attention. Language teachers should also develop expertise in areas where AI is less likely to replace them, such as developing a deeper understanding of topics like language testing and assessment, program development, and teacher training and professional development.

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