Why Integrate Al with Mediation in Language Instruction
• Al tools provide immediate, targeted feedback enhancing learner engagement. • Teacher mediation helps learners critically assess Al-generated feedback. • Integrating Al with mediation promotes deeper metalinguistic awareness
• Encourages autonomous learning by guiding informed use of language tools
Significance:
• Combines strengths of human teachers and Al technology
• Addresses Al limitations through human judgment.
• Supports learner development within the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD).
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