Vien Cao
Escuela Superior de Economía y Negocios (ESEN), El Salvador
About
English Program Coordinator, ESEN, http://esen.edu.sv Director, Teachers Up, https://teachersupgrade.comSessions
Workshop Enhancing Language Learning with AI: Automated Feedback for Writing and Speaking more
This workshop explores the potential of AI-powered tools in providing instant, personalized feedback on writing and speaking tasks. Participants will have hands-on experience with tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Deep Seek, and Write & Improve for writing, as well as Read Along, TOEFL TestReady, and Speak & Improve for speaking tasks. The session will feature demonstrations, guided activities, and group discussions on how to effectively incorporate these tools into language teaching. By the end of the workshop, participants will be familiar with AI-powered tools for automated writing and speaking feedback, understand how to use these tools to enhance language learning outcomes, have practical ideas for integrating automated feedback into their teaching practices, and leave with actionable strategies and resources to implement in their classrooms.
Presentation Teacher Perceptions of AI Tools in English Language Teaching in El Salvador more
This study examines English language teachers’ perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in El Salvador, exploring their awareness, usage, benefits, challenges, and concerns. In December 2024, a survey was distributed to 1,570 preservice and in-service teachers in Teachers Up, a nationwide professional network supporting English language educators in El Salvador, yielding 136 responses. Additionally, 12 teachers participated in focus groups. Findings indicate that while 57% of respondents are somewhat familiar with AI in language teaching, only 39% have integrated AI tools into their practice. Teachers recognize AI’s potential to create content and provide feedback, yet they express concerns about student over-reliance, the accuracy of AI-generated content. Most teachers view AI as a complementary tool rather than a replacement for human instruction, recommend always reviewing AI-generated materials before use, and emphasize the need for professional development and methodological guidelines. Additionally, they highlight issues with repetitive AI-generated content, the ease of identifying AI-produced work, and the need for critical evaluation of AI outputs. Finally, a lack of institutional training and clear policies further limits AI’s effective implementation. This presentation benefits English language teachers, teacher educators, policymakers, CALL developers, and researchers.