20–22 Nov 2026
The WINC Aichi
Asia/Tokyo timezone

Beyond Chatbots: Designing an AI Tutor for Language Learning

22 Nov 2026, 10:15
30m
The WINC Aichi

The WINC Aichi

Practice-oriented Presentation (30-minutes) JALT Sponsors Room 1008

Speaker

Mr Alan Schwartz (EnglishCentral JAPAN KK.)

Description

This presentation is sponsored by EnglishCentral.

How can AI conversation partners support language learning beyond the classroom? This session introduces the design principles behind MiMi Chat, an AI conversation partner used at over 50 universities. Drawing on data from more than 15,000 learners and classroom case studies, we explore how guided interaction, CEFR-based feedback, and AI-supported assessment can enhance learner engagement and communicative competence while supporting teachers in higher education.

Title Beyond Chatbots: Designing an AI Tutor for Language Learning
Teaching Context College and university education

Authors

Miho Tajima (JALT) Ms Sayaka Matsuoka (EnglishCentral JAPAN KK.) Susan Meiki (JALT Business Manager / Okayama University / Poster Chair)

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