昨日（10月24日），國立政治大學英語教學資源中心邀請到國立雲林科技大學應用外語系葉惠菁特聘教授，為我們帶來了一場精彩的講座，主題為「人工智慧輔助語言學習：向自我調節和個性化學習的轉變」。葉教授的專業研究領域涵蓋科技輔助教育，特別是人工智慧（AI）工具在語言學習中的應用，並致力於提升偏鄉地區教師的教學效果。

此次講座由中心主任鍾曉芳教授開場，並以線上形式進行，吸引了近兩百位參與者。講座聚焦於AI時代的學習與教學轉型，強調自我學習的重要性。葉教授指出，學生可以藉助AI工具來加強語言能力，全面提升聽、說、讀、寫的綜合表現；同時，教師也能運用AI工具優化教學模式，提升課堂效率和教學效果。

葉教授首先介紹了多模態學習理論，即學習者通過視覺、聽覺及文本等多種感官渠道吸收資訊，並在多模態資訊的幫助下，更全面地理解和掌握知識，同時提高資訊處理與記憶的效果。接著，葉教授詳細講解了AI在語言學習中的應用，包括她提出的「取、轉、合」概念，分別代表「E(xtract) 取得資訊」、「T(ransform) 轉換資訊格式」和「C(ombine) 合併不同工具」。她分享了使用行動裝置識別課本內容，再利用AI工具如ChatGPT生成歌曲，最後透過“Suno”將文字轉換為歌曲的過程，展示了「取轉合」的具體運用。

此外，葉教授還實際演示了幾個有趣且實用的免費AI工具，例如“Chat Everywhere”，該工具可依據學生程度生成單字與圖片，幫助學生進行視覺化學習。另一工具“Speechify”則可以將文本轉化為語音，補足台灣英文學習環境中聲音輔助不足的缺陷，從而促進學生的聽說能力。葉教授也分享了如何運用AI工具來客製化學習，例如“Relingo”可根據文章內容提供單字學習，並針對單字進行出題，擴大詞彙量。此外， “Character AI”可模擬不同角色的對話情境，幫助學生提升口語表達能力，而“NotebookLM”則能透過文本生成問答，甚至製作成Podcast，為學習者提供多元化的學習體驗。

在和參與者的討論中，葉教授也對EMI課程提出了建議。她強調，教師應該多為學生提供實作的機會，讓他們在課堂中積極參與實際操作，並且不僅限於課堂時間，還應延伸至課堂以外的學習，利用AI工具構建一個24小時持續學習的環境。這樣的學習模式不僅能夠強化學生的學習效果，還能提升課程的整體完整性，讓學生隨時隨地進行知識的鞏固和延伸。

此次講座不僅讓參與者接觸到了更多有效且實用的AI工具，還深入了解了這些工具在語言學習中的實際應用，並通過實作，掌握了多種工具的具體操作方法。葉教授的精彩講解為我們提供了豐富的知識與實作體驗，讓參與者更清楚地認識人工智慧如何成為語言學習的有力助手。感謝葉教授的深入分享，讓我們對於AI輔助語言學習有了更全面、更深入的理解，也讓參與者們獲得了啟發，期待未來能將這些工具應用到教學和學習上。

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Yesterday, October 24th, the NCCU EMI Resource Center invited Dr. Hui-Chin Yeh, Distinguished Professor from the Department of Applied Foreign Languages at the National Yunlin University of Science and Technology, to deliver an insightful lecture titled "AI-Assisted Language Learning: Transformation to Self-Regulated and Personalized Learning." Dr. Yeh’s research expertise includes technology-assisted education, particularly focusing on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in language learning, with a dedication to improving teaching effectiveness for rural teachers.

The event was opened by the center's director, Professor Siaw-Fong Chung, and was conducted online, attracting nearly 200 participants. The lecture focused on the transformation of learning and teaching in the AI era, emphasizing the importance of self-directed learning. Dr. Yeh pointed out that students can use AI tools to strengthen their language skills and enhance their overall performance in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. At the same time, AI tools can help teachers optimize their teaching methods and improve classroom efficiency and outcomes.

Dr. Yeh began by introducing the concept of multimodal learning theory, where learners absorb information through various sensory channels such as visual, auditory, and textual modes. With the support of multimodal information, learners can better understand and retain knowledge, improving information processing and memory retention. Dr. Yeh then elaborated on the application of AI in language learning and presented the "ETC" (Extract, Transform, Combine) concept. This process involves "E(xtract)"—obtaining information, "T(ransform)"—converting data formats, and "C(ombine)"—integrating different tools. She demonstrated this through examples, such as using mobile devices to recognize textbook content, generating songs via ChatGPT, and transforming text into music with “Suno,” showing practical AI applications.

Furthermore, Dr. Yeh provided demonstrations of several practical and free AI tools. For instance, “Chat Everywhere” can generate vocabulary and images based on student levels and also assist with visual learning. Another tool, “Speechify,” transforms text into speech and addresses the lack of auditory support in Taiwan's English learning environment, thereby improving students' listening and speaking skills. She also demonstrated how AI tools could be used for personalized learning, such as "Relingo," which analyzes articles to provide targeted vocabulary exercises. Other tools, such as “Character AI,” simulate dialogues with different characters and help students enhance their speaking abilities, while “NotebookLM” generates Q&A content and podcasts from texts, which can provide learners with diverse learning experiences.

During the discussion, Dr. Yeh offered recommendations for EMI courses. She emphasized that teachers should provide more opportunities for students to engage in hands-on activities and encourage active participation not only during class but also beyond the classroom. By utilizing AI tools, a 24/7 continuous learning environment can be created. This approach not only strengthens students’ learning outcomes but also enhances the whole of the course, which can allow students to consolidate and extend their knowledge anytime, anywhere.

This lecture not only introduced participants to a wide range of effective and practical AI tools but also improved the understanding of AI’s application in language learning. Through hands-on activities, participants became familiar with the use of various tools. Dr. Yeh’s presentation provided a wealth of knowledge and practical experience, helping participants better understand how AI can be a useful aid in language learning. We sincerely thank Dr. Yeh for her sharing, which has given us a more comprehensive understanding of AI-assisted language learning and helped participants apply these tools to the teaching and learning practices.

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