JALT2025 - Tokyo

MiMi Chat: An AI Conversation Partner Integrated with Classroom Learning

Nov 2, 2025, 12:00 PM

30m

National Olympics Memorial Youth Center / 国立オリンピック記念青少年総合センター

Room 307

Speaker

Alan Schwartz (EnglishCentral)

Description

Sponsored by English Central
This session introduces MiMi Chat, a GenAI-powered tutor used at over 50 universities worldwide. Integrated with classroom-based English curricula, MiMi offers structured speaking practice and real-time feedback aligned with CEFR “CAN-DO” goals. Drawing on data from 15,000+ students, we present measurable gains in speaking output and confidence. Case studies span TED-based discussion, presentation, nursing communication, and cross-cultural courses, with insights on engagement, feedback accuracy, and learner perceptions.

Summary

This session introduces MiMi Chat, a GenAI-powered tutor used at over 50 universities worldwide. Integrated with classroom-based English curricula, MiMi offers structured speaking practice and real-time feedback aligned with CEFR “CAN-DO” goals. Drawing on data from 15,000+ students, we present measurable gains in speaking output and confidence. Case studies span TED-based discussion, presentation, nursing communication, and cross-cultural courses, with insights on engagement, feedback accuracy, and learner perceptions.