The "(M)other Tongue" project is a contribution to research in applied linguistics on the use of generative intelligent tools (AI) for additional language learning. 2023 saw the commercialisation on-line of several AI-enabled multilingual video services, with at least one including lip-synchronisation and translation functions. The…

This article discusses the controversial issue of which variety of English learners and instructors should use. The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 4, Target 4.7 states that learners need knowledge to promote peace and cultural diversity. It is argued here that a broad awareness of English varieties is a way to achieve this goal, and…

Online language teaching has become a reality for many second language (L2) programmes that were delivered remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many L2 tutors had to redesign their courses for online delivery and explored a range of online learning and teaching tools, designs, and platforms. This paper discusses how a language module has been…

This reflection on practice study explores the critical role of constructive alignment (CA) in the successful implementation of corpus-based data-driven learning (DDL) in secondary education, focusing on two interventions conducted at an Australian secondary school. While DDL offers potential for enhancing language learning through corpus…

This study investigates how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to improve the pronunciation skills of English as a foreign language (EFL) learners, with a specific focus on American English vowel sounds. After a brief introduction to AI concepts, the research discusses the importance of teaching and learning pronunciation, the complexities…

This study investigates the impact of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI), specifically ChatGPT, on personalised grammar instruction in English as a Second Language (ESL) settings. Using a 2x2 factorial design and a mixed-methods approach, the research examines how two dimensions of personalisation--content (based on language proficiency) and…

Frequency-based word lists form an important part of general-purpose vocabulary learning courses aimed at beginner and (lower-)intermediate learners of a foreign/second language (L2). For advanced learners and/or specific purposes, however, relying exclusively on these general word lists will be unlikely to lead to an adequate selection of…

This article is an exploratory study which re-evaluates the use of automatically generated subtitles and closed captions inside and outside the classroom with the help of questionnaire responses from twenty-eight students of Chemical and Process Engineering who were learning English for Specific Purposes (ESP) as part of their compulsory classes.…

In learning a foreign language, access to comprehensible input is a critical success factor. However, at early stages, when learners are still below an intermediate-proficiency level, finding level-appropriate and engaging materials is highly problematic. Although the Internet abounds in text and multimedia materials in many languages, most of…

This study explores the integration of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in an advanced Spanish language course, with a focus on learner motivation and communicative competence. Although GenAI tools, such as chatbots and adaptive feedback systems, have been increasingly implemented in higher education, their application in Spanish as a…

This study examines the extent to which spoken academic English produced by the ChatGPT-4o model (ChatGPT) aligns with authentic discourse and is applicable for use in L2 speaking materials. As generative AI tools gain popularity among L2 learners for speaking practice, it is essential to assess the linguistic and discourse-level validity of such…

Over the past few years, there has been a growing use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support the development of writing skills among language learners. However, limited attention has been given to the potential of AI in pre-service teacher (PST) education, and specifically, the tool DeepSeek has yet to be examined. This study,…

Voice-activated Personal Assistants (VAPAs), such as Alexa or Siri, can be utilised for autonomous language learning purposes ranging from asking simple questions about the culture of the target language to interaction in the target language with the intelligent assistant. These technologies can help with tasks such as looking up words, spelling,…

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and chatbots has completely revolutionised language teaching practices. The power AI holds in EFL language instruction is evident: supporting students through material creation, providing continuous feedback, and facilitating tailored learning pathways, offering greater autonomy, creativity, and…

This study investigates how language teachers at a Finnish higher education institution perceive and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their work. As AI technologies rapidly transform education, understanding language teachers' experiences provides crucial insights into the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption in language learning…