Computer-Assisted Language Learning
Japan Association for Language Teaching
JALTCALL is part of the Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT). We hold a major annual CALL conference in Japan (usually in June), plus workshops and forums at various other times through the year. We also publish referred research articles through our Scopus Q1 ranked publication JALT CALL Journal, as well as work-in-progress research and a wider variety of articles in our new publication, JALT CALL Trends. Membership in JALT or JALTCALL is not required for attending our events or submitting to our publications, however we encourage interested participants to consider membership. You may wish to join our Facebook Group.
Conference information and call for papers information are posted on the 2025 Edzilla page.
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June 2025 Forum @ PanSIG 2025 Conference Edition Episode 13
JALTCALL Forum: Applying AI in Language Education
17 May 2025, 12:30
(Kanda University of International Studies (神田外語大学))
SIG Forum Computer Assisted Language Learning
Speakers
- Gilbert Dizon (Himeji Dokkyo University)
- Hiroyuki Obari (Globiz Professional University)
- Louise Ohashi (Gakushuin University)
- Nikan Sadehvandi Fujii (Kyoto Notre Dame University)
- Michael Hofmeyr (Tokyo University of Science)
Since the release of ChatGPT, artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm, in many cases radically disrupting and transforming the way we work. The accessibility of powerful new AI technologies also brings with it opportunities and challenges for language learning and teaching. AI chatbots can act as intelligent language tutors able to provide individualised feedback adapted to a learner’s proficiency level and interests. Learners can also use AI tools to produce higher-quality written work and oral presentations. However, an over-reliance on such tools may undermine their autonomy and raises questions on topics ranging from learning outcomes to ethics and academic integrity. To what extent should we allow or encourage our students then to use AI in their academic work, and which tools are most appropriate for use in and outside of the classroom? How can we mitigate the risks associated with AI? What does the existing research tell us about the effectiveness of AI tools for language education? And how is AI likely to shape the future of language education? Our panel of CALL and AI experts will consider these and other pressing questions, drawing on their own research findings and on their experience as language educators.
If you are interested in interviewing someone interesting and want to share it with the community, or if you have something interesting to share and want to be interviewed, jump on board. This is the platform for you.
You can reach us at program@jaltcall.org
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JALTCALL 2024 Recap
The JALTCALL 2024 conference in Nagoya was a great success. Thank you to all of the speakers, attendees, volunteers, and to our great conference team! Photos | Posters | Abstracts