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Breaking Language Learning Barriers: How Generative AI and Educational Robots are Changing the Way We Learn Languages
2023/12/5 Prof. Chen’s
In Professor Chen's illuminating discussion on "Breaking Language Learning Barriers," he explores how AI is transforming the landscape of language education. One key insight is the integration of body and brain during learning,
emphasizing that both must work together for optimal outcomes. This collaborative approach yields benefits, facilitating easier recall and preventing forgetfulness. Professor Chen shares his visionary goal of creating multilingual babies through the concept of a robot mother. Seizing the golden window before the age of three, babies can potentially learn up to seven languages with the assistance of AI. Professor Chen also mentioned this innovation can fill up the word gap of some children. Moreover, it can enhance their educational performance. Indeed, AI robots play a pivotal role in fostering language development, offering a solution to bridge the linguistic divide, because learning with AI promotes genuine understanding and encourages more active learning.
The concept of creating multilingual babies through a robot mother resonated deeply with me because I share the same dream as Professor Chen. Learning a second language in a natural and effective manner is a personal struggle. At first, I think I should learn a lot of languages to provide my child good environment. However, the idea that AI can assist in this process is inspiring.
Nevertheless, Professor Chen's mention of a potential reduction in the need for intensive labor due to AI, leading to the possibility of Universal Basic Income (UBI), fascinated me. I believe with UBI, our society can improve.
For example, young people can be more courageous in starting their own businesses. Also, the problem of words gap makes me surprise. I have no idea that, lower input of words will affect children academic performance. With AI helps, the society can be more equal.
However, I still have some concern about AI. I harbor concerns about the affordability of AI-assisted language learning tools for those with limited financial resources. The effectiveness of such technology raises questions about accessibility and cost, especially if the price is prohibitively high, exacerbating the word gap problem. Furthermore, there is a worry about the potential emotional impact on babies who may develop a stronger trust in robots if relied upon for caregiving, potentially affecting their relationships with their parents in the long run. Although I like the concept of UBI, in a system based on a capitalist society, the wealth generated by AI may widen the income gap in society. Many people are worried about the development of artificial intelligence because when individuals are replaced by machines, the problem of poverty gets worse.
In conclusion, I eagerly anticipate the implementation of programs like the one discussed by Professor Chen. Simultaneously, I express the hope that such resources become universally accessible. Failure to achieve widespread accessibility may lead to unintended consequences, including the exacerbation of social inequalities. It is crucial to address these concerns to prevent a scenario where the rich become richer, and the poor become poorer. The responsible and inclusive development of AI technologies is paramount for a positive and equitable future.
