AI Skills

Using AI to Create Custom Listening Materials

All teachers are materials writers. We all make worksheets, think up activities, select texts, and create writing assignments. There is, however, one type of material that is extremely challenging for us to make ourselves. Audio.  Matching the quality of audio from coursebooks is extremely difficult. Coursebook recordings usually include a… All categories, AI Skills

Use AI to Improve Your Writing Without Cheating

Editor's Note: This post was originally authored by Ross Thorburn in December 2024. Our editorial team has updated it with the assistance of AI to reflect the latest tools available in 2026 and current best practices for data privacy and disclosure in the classroom.   Writing is difficult. While almost everyone learns to listen and speak in… AI Skills, Writing

AI-Generated Songs and Music in the English Classroom

A few weeks ago, I saw a strange news story on the BBC about an artist called Sienna Rose who was doing extremely well on Spotify. Her songs had thousands of streams and were getting a lot of attention online, but fans started to notice something odd – there were no live performances, no music videos, and only a few photos. Eventually, people… All categories, AI Skills, Drama, Young Learners

Reading Skills and Strategies with AI

Reading is still one of the most important skills, not just in language classrooms, but in life. Reading is how students access information, learn new ideas, and connect with the world. And with AI now part of how we teach, work, and live, reading matters more than ever. Students need to be able to read confidently, think critically, and use… AI Skills, Reading

Creating Reading Comprehension Activities with AI

Few things in teaching polarise opinions as much as reading activities. Some educators argue that reading comprehension questions are inauthentic. They detract from the joy of reading. Instead of inspiring students to read, reading comprehension questions train students to find correct answers. Reading comprehension questions aren’t popular… AI Skills, Reading

Create Mock English Language Tests with AI

Test prep can be daunting. Students come to us with minimal time and maximum expectations. They might want to focus on the test, even when they really need to focus on improving their English. Teachers are supposed to know everything about question types, strategies, and grading criteria, all while keeping students engaged and motivated. It’s an… AI Skills, Exams and Tests