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What’s next with AI in my English classroom at the Foreign Trade University?

As a teaching fellow at the Foreign Trade University in Hanoi, I have gone through the 2024 Horizon Report, and have found that the report is more of a confirmation of what is happening in my institution rather than the revelation of future events. The report’s focus on "Finding Appropriate Uses for AI-Enabled Technology" and "Supporting AI Fluency" directly impacts my English teaching, as our tech-savvy students already use AI tools. Therefore, in this article, I will attempt to process how AI will reshape teaching, especially in my teaching context. The near future (1-2 years): Changes in assessment My work is currently the same as highlighted in the report, which navigates the risks of inaccuracy, bias, and academic integrity. AI is being harnessed by learners as they undertake tasks such as mind-mapping, writing, and proofreading emails. Doing so may lead to a lack of real understanding, as the task is done in a fraction of a second. As a result, it is suggested...