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Building Your Own Path in Language Learning with Lauren Rosen

The Multiliterate Mind··16 July 2026·50 min

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With more than 30 years of experience in language education and technology integration, Lauren shares her perspective on how emerging tools, including artificial intelligence, can support language proficiency, multiliteracy, intercultural communication, and student engagement. Lauren reflects on her early experiences living in Spain, her work as an educator and technology innovator, and how tools have evolved from overhead projectors and early web pages to AI-powered opportunities for personalized speaking practice and real-world communication. Together, the group explores: AI in language education Interpersonal communication and speaking practice Multiliteracies and literacy beyond written text Technology integration with pedagogy first Why banning AI is not the answer How educators can become learning partners with students Digital badging and proficiency evidence Why language education supports every discipline The future of global intercultural education This episode is a must-listen for language educators, instructional coaches, administrators, and anyone interested in the future of language learning, technology, proficiency, and human connection. Language Teaching with AI Find Lauren on: LinkedIn Facebook   Be sure to follow and tag Avant, The Language Proficiency Company on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube! A PJT Ventures Production