Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) as a Disruptive Innovation in Foreign Language Teaching
jtpujola@ub.edu
Universitat de Barcelona
Abstract
Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) has emerged in the educational scene, presenting itself as a disruptive innovation with the potential to radically transform methodology in foreign language teaching. This presentation will explore how GenAI technologies can revolutionize the way languages are taught and learned, with examples demonstrating effective uses for both teachers and students. Additionally, the challenges and concerns of educators regarding these changes will be addressed, and practical ideas and strategies will be provided to make the most of these innovative technologies in their classrooms.
Biography
PhD in Applied Linguistics from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. He is a tenured professor in the Department of Linguistic, Scientific, and Mathematical Education at the Faculty of Education of the University of Barcelona (UB) and collaborates with the Institute of Professional Development (IDP-ICE) at the same university. He has served as the director of the master’s program in training teachers of Spanish as a foreign language (UB and Pompeu Fabra University) and co-director of the distance format for many years. Currently, he is the principal investigator of the research group realTIC. His research focuses on topics related to the use of technology in second language teaching, active methodologies such as gamification, the development of teachers’ digital competence, and the potential of generative artificial intelligence for teaching. More information can be found in his professional portfolio.