Integrating AI Into Pedagogical Education

Book excerpt: Educators in K-20 education can harness generative AI to create interactive conversational practice scenarios, virtual language tutors, and integrative language exercises. This technology offers real-time feedback, allowing learners to engage in immersive language practice, dynamically enhancing their skills. AI is transforming the educational landscape. For instance, AI-driven personalized learning platforms can adjust to individual student needs, delivering tailored content and pacing to optimize understanding and retention. Additionally, automated grading systems streamline assessments, freeing up educators to provide more personalized guidance and support. Artificial Intelligence holds the potential to revolutionize traditional education systems. Integrating AI Into Pedagogical Education addresses the limitations of the current system while offering a more personalized learning experience for students. Since pedagogy encompass K-12 education, this book is designed to serve as a resource for upper-division undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students. Faculty researchers will also use it as a reference tool. AI technology has become a significant research area across all levels of education, making this book essential for those studying or teaching in the evolving landscape of education. Each chapter addresses AI's diverse impact, from reshaping educator mindsets and fostering collaboration to tailoring instruction for diverse learners. Combining theoretical insights with case studies and practical applications, this book is an essential resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers seeking to leverage AI for educational innovation while prioritizing a human-centered approach.