Malang, Indonesia – November 14, 2024
On November 14, 2024, TEFLIN East Java Chapter, in collaboration with the Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Brawijaya hosted the “AI for English Teachers Workshop” at Aula FIB A, welcoming 40 educators from junior and senior high schools in Malang. The workshop focused on harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to develop creative English teaching materials and integrate advanced technology into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. This initiative was part of the research project “Enhancing Teachers’ Capacity to Implement the New Curriculum in Indonesian Secondary Schools: A Focus on Artificial Intelligence-Based Materials Development and Technology Integration,” chaired by Professor Zuliati Rohmah from the English Education Study Programme, Universitas Brawijaya. The event emphasized practical AI applications to boost student engagement and learning outcomes.
The workshop featured five sessions covering various aspects of AI in education. Dr. Mokh Syaifudin opened the event by introducing AI concepts and their transformative potential in teaching, highlighting Artificial Intelligence in Education (AIED) for personalizing learning experiences, reducing teacher workload, and incorporating immersive technologies like virtual and augmented reality.
Subsequent sessions provided hands-on experience with AI tools. In the second session, participants explored platforms such as ChatGPT and Canva to create tailored reading materials, writing prompts, and quizzes. The third session showcased AI video-generation tools like Synthesia and InVideo for producing engaging visual contents. The fourth session focused on interactive worksheet design using tools such as My Worksheet Maker, Worksheet, and Eduaide.ai to develop dynamic language exercises.
The final session, led by Professor Zuliati Rohmah, emphasized teamwork as participants collaborated to design comprehensive teaching resources using the AI tools introduced earlier. Projects included a vocabulary activity for junior high school students based on an AI-generated story about traditional foods and a senior high school role-play exercise inspired by AI-created videos on environmental topics. These examples illustrated how AI can streamline material preparation while maintaining creativity and relevance.
Participants praised the workshop for its practical approach and collaborative spirit. One teacher noted, “The hands-on sessions demonstrated how to effectively use AI tools, simplifying material creation while enhancing student engagement.” Challenges such as understanding AI limitations and preserving cultural relevance were also addressed.
The workshop concluded with a call for educators to experiment with AI in their classrooms and share their experiences during future discussions. Organizers expressed hope that this initiative would inspire broader adoption of AI in Indonesian education, fostering innovation in teaching practices.
