Using AI in the Development of ESL Lessons and Materials

Session 5: 9:15am-10:15am (Saturday March 08, 2025)

 

Description

Participants will learn the basics of a variety of AI tools - Large Language Models (LLMs) such as Pace AI, ChatGPT, Copilot, etc. LLMs use machine learning to understand and generate human language and are trained on large amounts of data. They can perform a variety of tasks including summarizing and translating content. Activities will concentrate on how such tools can be used to create original ESL lesson materials as well as how to adapt and enhance existing lesson plans to meet the needs of learners at any level.

Presenters

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Jacob Baldwin

Burbank Adult School

Jacob is an ESL instructor at Burbank Adult School in Burbank, California. He has presented previously at the 2024 LARAEC Experience in Los Angeles and the 2024 CAEP Summit in Sacramento.

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Yanira Chavez

Burbank Adult School

TBD

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Todd Laventure

Burbank Adult School

TBD

Type of Presentation

Demonstration (60 Minutes)

Audience

  • Teachers

Program Strands

  • English as a Second Language

Category Strands

  • Digital Learning Foundations