AI helps Hull students overcome language barriers
Hull College uses AI to improve lesson planning and language translation for students.
Hull College has embraced AI to enhance learning, from lesson planning to real-time language translation. The institution is hosting a conference at its Queens Gardens campus to discuss how AI is influencing teaching, learning, and career preparation.
Mature student Sharron Knight, retraining to become a police call handler, attended an AI seminar and described the technology as ‘not as scary’ as she initially thought. She expressed surprise at the vast possibilities it offers. Student Albara Tahir, whose first language is Sudanese, has also benefited from AI tools, using them to improve his English skills.
Hull College principal Debra Gray highlighted AI’s potential to empower educators. She compared the tool to a bicycle, helping both teachers and students reach their goals faster without altering the core learning process.
The UK government recently announced plans to expand AI’s role in public services and economic growth, including creating ‘AI Growth Zones’ to support job creation and infrastructure projects. AI is already being used in UK hospitals for cancer diagnostics and other critical tasks.