1 . Thanks to artificial intelligence, education is more accessible and efficient than ever. To give you an overview of the industry, we round up some AI technology applied in education.
Duolingo
Duolingo provides listening, reading and speaking exercises in dozens of global languages, all the while providing aspects of gamification to keep users coming back. By applying AI, Duolingo’s lessons are paced and leveled specifically for each student according to their performance. It also uses data and machine learning to make course improvements, taking into consideration the differences of various languages.
Amira Learning
Amira Learning is a virtual learning application created to accelerate young students’ reading comprehension. Using AI technology, Amira has students read stories aloud and can assess oral reading fluency as well as identify areas for improvement. For teachers and parents, Amira also provides services such as student progress reports and dyslexia (阅读障碍) risk screening.
Blippar
Blippar’s products combine computer vision intelligence technology and augmented reality to enhance the way students learn in the classroom. The interactive materials bring subjects like geography, biology and physics to a visual space. For example, instead of reading about a volcanic eruption, the system shows students a virtual 3D model of the eruption process.
Nuance
Nuance makes speech-to-text software used by students and faculty to transcribe (转成) up to 160 words per minute. The technology is especially helpful for students who struggle with writing or have limited mobility. It also enhances spelling ability and word identification. Instructors use the software to dictate lectures for later use or quicken repetitive tasks like document and email creation.
1. Which platform uses gamification to engage users in language learning?A.Amira Learning. | B.Blippar. |
C.Nuance. | D.Duolingo. |
A.Speech-to-text software. |
B.Reading comprehension. |
C.Computer vision intelligence technology. |
D.Personalized language learning with gamification. |
A.They focus on language learning. |
B.They specialize in science subjects. |
C.They use technology to aid learning. |
D.They offer computer programming courses. |
1. What do most people think is very important in spoken communication?
A.Pronunciation. | B.Grammar. | C.Vocabulary. |
A.To develop your reading fluency. |
B.To improve your note-taking skills. |
C.To find out your mispronunciations. |
A.Spelling out the difficult words. |
B.Practicing reading the words aloud. |
C.Checking the words in a dictionary. |
3 . In Europe, nine out of ten students study a foreign language. In the United States, only one in five does. From 1997 to 2008, the number of American middle schools offering foreign languages dropped from 75percent to 58 percent. From 2009 to 2013, one American college closed its foreign language program; from 2013 to 2017, 651 others did the same.
At first glance, these statistics look like a tragedy (悲剧). But I am starting to accept the strange idea that maybe they are not. What is changing my mind is technology.
I was in Belgium not long ago, and I watched various tourists from different nations use speech translation apps to change their own languages into English and French. The newer ones can even reproduce the tone of the speaker’s voice.
I know a foreign language is a window into a new way of understanding the world. But even beyond the fact that this idea has been rather oversold, can we really say the low level of French or Spanish we and our classmates usually picked up in school really gave us a new look into the world and our lives in it? And if our goals are more limited and practical --- for instance, getting directions to the bus station in Rome-technology now makes that possible at the press of a button. With a smart phone and an app, foreign languages will no longer present most people with the challenge they once did. Learning to speak a new language well will be necessary for those who want to engage with (从事) literature or media in the original language, as well as those of us who find pleasure in it just because they are “there”. Strange as that is, it is in its way a kind of progress.
1. What is the author’s opinion about the drop in foreign language learning in the United States?A.It is a tragedy that needs to be avoided. |
B.It is an unacceptable situation that harms society. |
C.It is a challenge that will be overcome in the future. |
D.It is a positive development due to advanced technology. |
A.Unconcerned. | B.Doubtful. | C.Curious. | D.Supportive. |
A.It makes the process easier and within reach. |
B.It provides an easy way to understand the world. |
C.It removes the need for language learning altogether. |
D.It improves the traditional methods of language learning. |
A.What challenges do translation apps bring to language learning? |
B.Why is it still necessary to learn foreign languages in the digital age? |
C.Will translation apps make learning foreign languages old-fashioned? |
D.How can technology help us learn foreign languages more efficiently? |
1. 你遇到的困难; 2. 你是如何克服的; 3. 你的建议。
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2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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My English Learning Experience
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2.多阅读;
3.中文电影。
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2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
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1.参加中文学习班;
2.看中文书刊,电视;
3.学唱中文歌曲;
4.交中国朋友。
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2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
Dear Peter,
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1. What does the woman consider the best way to learn English?
A.Speaking English. | B.Doing exercises. | C.Reading a lot of texts. |
A.Reading novels every day. | B.Talking to herself. | C.Thinking in English. |
A.To just have fun. | B.To find her weakness. | C.To give others an example. |
A.To show how to learn English. |
B.To recommend some good habits. |
C.To compare some English learning ways. |
8 . Many people find it hard to get excited about learning new vocabulary because they believe it is only about rote memorization (死记硬背).
Integrate (融入) the new words into your environment. Hang large blank pieces of paper in places you frequent, like the bathroom or kitchen.
Make the new words part of your life.
Revise the words. Not everyone has a great memory (记忆力).
A.Turn learning into a game. |
B.Luckily, that’s far from the case. |
C.Choose a book that you would like to read. |
D.You can write new words into sentences related to your own life. |
E.So even if you’ve got those words remembered, you still need a review. |
F.Add new words and their meanings to the hanging paper as you see them. |
G.You want to have somewhere to look up the meaning of the word when you need to. |
9 . Make the Most of Holidays
Holidays are a wonderful time to spend with friends and family, eating and sharing stories.
Blogs
The Learning English Broadcast is a 30-minute daily blog that features the audio (音频) from our main stories each day. Listening to the blog will help develop your ability to understand spoken English.
Published materials
Conversation
While traveling, it is not unusual to see people from other countries.
Writing about your day
Writing about your day is a great way to practice your English writing skill. Using English to describe how you spent your holiday will help you to put new words to use and make them stay in your memory longer. And you will have a wonderful record of your travel.
A.We hope you enjoy your travels this year. |
B.You can read it long after the holiday is over. |
C.They are also waiting or exploring a new place. |
D.We have spent too much time at home the past two years. |
E.And it can also keep you informed of news and information. |
F.Airports and train stations often have stores selling published materials. |
G.You may celebrate at home, wait at airports or spend time on trains, buses or cars. |
Whenever I tell people that I teach English at the Berlin Zoo, I almost always get a questioning look. Behind it, the person is trying to figure out who exactly I teach…the animals?
Since June 2017, right before the
Not the pandas, even though
So, what are they learning?