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Utilising AI to Master Languages
by Marta Sheikh


May 2025

Martha Sheikh

Benefits of AI for learning languages

AI has significantly enriched language learning by making it more interactive, responsive, and accessible. Students can now practice speaking, reading, and writing in real-time with intelligent platforms that provide instant feedback. It has also opened up opportunities for continuous practice beyond the classroom, allowing students to engage with language through chatbots, pronunciation tools, and adaptive reading platforms at their own pace.
It allows for continuous, individualised practice—especially helpful for students who need reinforcement or are progressing at different paces. Teachers benefit too: AI tools provide real-time data on student performance, helping educators target specific skills that need attention, which improves overall instruction quality.
Struggling readers can receive targeted grammar or vocabulary practice, while advanced learners can be challenged with more complex texts. This kind of personalisation promotes engagement and ensures that every student is progressing appropriately.
Interactive tools can break down complex tasks like pronunciation or sentence construction into manageable steps. Also, features such as visual aids, translation tools, and speech-to-text support make learning more intuitive and less intimidating.
AI enhances foundational skills—reading, writing, speaking, and listening—by offering consistent, tailored practice. It can highlight and correct grammar, suggest vocabulary in context, and enhance pronunciation using voice recognition. This kind of targeted support builds a solid base for language acquisition, especially when combined with the teacher’s expertise and classroom strategies.

Teachers' Personal Experiences

My overall impression is that AI is a powerful tool with the potential to transform education when implemented thoughtfully. It offers efficiencies, insights, and personalised learning that can raise the standard of education for all students. However, it's most effective when integrated alongside strong pedagogy and human connection, teachers still play an irreplaceable role in guiding, mentoring, and inspiring students.
AI complements rather than replaces traditional methods. Great teaching is rooted in relationships, observation, and professional judgment, which AI can replicate. Furthermore, AI can enhance teaching by automating routine tasks, like marking, providing immediate feedback to students, and offering data-driven insights to inform instruction. Teachers can use it to differentiate more effectively, monitor progress in real time, and extend learning beyond the classroom.

Considerations for Teachers

Be simple and practical don’t be overwhelmed with all the platforms. Choose AI tools that align with your curriculum goals and enhance—not replace—your teaching. Focus on platforms that support reading comprehension, vocabulary development, and writing feedback. Monitor student engagement and outcomes closely, and always maintain the teacher's role as the facilitator of deep thinking and human connection. Most importantly, keep learning—AI is evolving rapidly, and ongoing professional growth is essential.
Ethically, we must be mindful of data privacy, student consent, and ensuring that AI tools are inclusive and unbiased. Practically, overreliance on AI can widen the gap for students who lack access to technology at home or struggle with digital literacy. There’s also a risk of diminishing the relational aspect of teaching if AI is misused. Schools need clear policies and regular evaluation of AI tools to ensure they are safe, ethical, and equitable.
Schools should provide structured professional development, time for experimentation, and a clear framework for integrating AI into lesson planning. Teachers need collaborative spaces to share successes and troubleshoot challenges. It's also crucial to involve teachers in selecting tools—those closest to the students understand what will work best. Finally, leadership should model the use of AI strategically so that adoption is driven by purpose and pedagogy, not just trend.
Contributions by:
  • Mica Romelous, Head of Primary, ISCS (International School of Creative Science), Muwailah, UAE
  • Salma Banawan, Head of Computer Science, SCS (International School of Creative Science), Muwailah, UAE
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