Shaping the digital landscape of language training curricula for student teachers
implications for conflict-affected areas
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https://doi.org/10.22633/rpge.v29iesp2.20665Keywords:
Digital technologies, AI, Martial law, Language training of specialized faculties students, FL digital competenceAbstract
In recent decades, calls for increased use of technology in teacher training have intensified, given that digital competency has become indispensable to the educational process. Future teachers are expected to be prepared to develop these skills in their students. At the same time, proficiency in foreign languages has established itself as an essential requirement for contemporary teachers, driving professional growth and continuous learning. Thus, training programs face the challenge of integrating digital and linguistic preparation, especially in contexts of geopolitical tensions and armed conflicts. In these regions, creating resilient digital environments for teacher training is imperative. This article reviews theoretical and practical approaches to digital technologies in foreign language training, presenting achievements, challenges, and a digital environment model based on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) that integrates teaching, linguistic proficiency, and digital competencies in a flexible and sustainable manner, even in crisis situations.
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