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Extensive reading (ER) means reading a lot of texts that are interesting and easy to understand. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an ambiguous term but often refers to machine learning techniques and large language models (LLMs), where recent developments create a possibility for the automatic production of texts ideally suited to a language learner for ER. In addition, we may learn useful lessons about the language learning process by considering the way machines have become proficient over the past few months. What can large language models teach us about learning languages? How can learners use this technology? And how does this industrial revolution technology change motivations and requirements for language learning and education in general?
