Empowering English Language Learning with AI: Innovative Strategies for Speaking and Writing Excellence
EdTech Classroom (Curated by EdCity)
Overview
This open lesson embraces a blended learning approach that integrates AI-driven tools to enhance both speaking and writing competencies. The session begins with an AI-powered interactive speaking component, where students engage in simulated real-life conversations—from making presentations to participating in group discussions modelled after the HKDSE speaking exam. This activity targets fluency, pronunciation, and confidence by exposing learners to a range of natural accents and dialects.
Subsequently, students transition to a writing task where they compose essays on relevant topics. The AI essay grading tool then automatically checks for grammar, spelling, and punctuation while providing detailed feedback aligned with HKDSE standards. This immediate, personalised feedback allows students to self-correct and refine their writing, promoting deeper understanding and iterative learning.
The teaching objectives focus on developing critical 21st-century competencies, including effective communication, digital literacy, and autonomous learning. Through a mix of student-led activities and project-based learning, teachers are freed from repetitive grading, allowing them to offer targeted coaching. This innovative pedagogical framework not only boosts engagement and motivation but also bridges traditional instruction with modern technology to meet diverse learner needs.
