AI vs. A-WHY: THE HYPE

#AI #hype #education #mmvc25 Rob Howard will discuss AI vs. A-WHY: THE HYPE In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly positioned as a transformative force in language learning. For English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers, the rise of AI tools—from adaptive platforms to automated feedback systems—presents both exciting opportunities and significant questions. Is AI genuinely the future of language education, or is it simply the latest trend in a cycle of ed-tech hype? This 30-minute talk, "AI vs. A-WHY: THE HYPE" invites educators to critically examine not just the capabilities of AI, but the deeper rationale behind its growing role in EFL classrooms. Through engaging examples and reflective discussion, participants will explore how AI claims enhanced personalization, engagement, and assessment, and where it may fall short in addressing the nuanced, human aspects of language acquisition. Rather than blindly following the excitement surrounding AI, this session urges teachers to ask: Why are we adopting these tools? What pedagogical needs do they serve? And when might low-tech or human-centered approaches be more effective? By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with a framework to thoughtfully evaluate AI’s place in their teaching practices. They will leave with a sharper understanding of how to leverage AI meaningfully—making sure their adoption of technology is driven by purpose, not just promise. Join global educators, researchers, and technology leaders at MMVC25 for three days of inspiring, practical, and forward-thinking presentations and interactive sessions. 🔗 ZOOM Registration 👉 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Xvg2UCbVRmuS8FQtSYgHnw 📘 Full Program & Syllabus 👉 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aKPAIU203oH2yCKPBgzSw6SGHdOIys9oAUR7z06kskg/edit?usp=sharing 📲 Join the Moodle Course 👉 https://integrating-technology.org/course/view.php?id=14 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsLt8oYvDYGpSHcGhRBBkyw/join