Critical Appraisal of Artificial Intelligence-Mediated Communication
This is an incremental review that addresses the impact of AI on language education for teachers and learners, emphasizing the need for teacher training to adapt to technological changes.
The paper critically appraises the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL), exploring the advantages and disadvantages of AI-mediated communication tools like automatic speech recognition and chatbots in language education.
Over the last two decades, technology use in language learning and teaching has significantly advanced and is now referred to as Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL). Recently, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into CALL has brought about a significant shift in the traditional approach to language education both inside and outside the classroom. In line with this book's scope, I explore the advantages and disadvantages of AI-mediated communication in language education. I begin with a brief review of AI in education. I then introduce the ICALL and give a critical appraisal of the potential of AI-powered automatic speech recognition (ASR), Machine Translation (MT), Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITSs), AI-powered chatbots, and Extended Reality (XR). In conclusion, I argue that it is crucial for language teachers to engage in CALL teacher education and professional development to keep up with the ever-evolving technology landscape and improve their teaching effectiveness.