Engage in Real Conversations with AI Coaching
The Speaking Activity is the highlight of your learning journey, offering a truly interactive experience where you can speak directly with your AI Coach. This is the part everyone loves because it feels like a real conversation. It’s not just about practicing vocabulary; it’s about simulating real-world scenarios, building your confidence, and refining your communication skills—all through speaking!
How the Speaking Activity Works
In this activity, you’ll engage in a conversation with Lingua Bird, your AI Coach, about a scenario relevant to your field. The best part? You can speak directly to the AI, just like in a real dialogue. Here’s how to get started:
1. Start the Conversation
Personalized Scenario: The activity begins with a scenario tailored to your industry. For example, you might be asked to describe a software glitch to a colleague or discuss a problem with a client.
Task Breakdown: The task is divided into simple steps. For example:
Step 1: Describe the issue you encountered.
Step 2: Explain how it affects functionality.
Step 3: Propose a potential solution.
This structured approach helps guide your conversation, ensuring you cover the essential aspects of communication in your field.
2. Speak to Your AI Coach
Voice Interaction: This is where the activity becomes exciting! You can speak directly to the AI Coach, using the vocabulary and phrases you've learned. It’s like having a conversation with a real person, allowing you to practice your pronunciation, fluency, and confidence in a safe environment.
Immediate Feedback: As you speak, the AI Coach listens and provides prompts, feedback, or suggestions to help you refine your responses. This instant interaction makes the experience both engaging and educational.
3. Alternative Ways to Engage
Type or Use Prompts: If you prefer, you can also type your responses or use the ready-to-go prompts provided. This flexibility allows you to practice in a way that feels most comfortable to you.
Adaptive Interaction: The AI adjusts its responses based on your input, creating a natural and dynamic conversation. This helps you practice not just speaking, but also thinking on your feet as you would in real professional interactions.
Why the Speaking Activity Is So Effective
The Speaking Activity offers a practical and immersive way to develop your communication skills. By engaging in real conversations:
Enhance Fluency: Speaking out loud allows you to practice pronunciation and gain confidence in using new vocabulary.
Practice in Context: The scenarios are designed to mirror real-life work situations, helping you learn how to articulate your thoughts clearly and professionally.
Receive Support: Your AI Coach provides feedback and guidance throughout the conversation, helping you improve in real time.
Tips for Making the Most of This Activity
Speak Naturally: Treat this as you would a real conversation. Speak naturally and don’t worry about making mistakes—the AI Coach is here to help you learn.
Use the Prompts: If you're not sure how to start, use the ready prompts to guide your responses. This can help build your confidence as you progress.
Practice Regularly: The more you practice speaking, the more fluent and confident you will become in your professional interactions.
Ready to Speak?
Dive into the Speaking Activity and have a real conversation with your AI Coach. By practicing speaking in a natural and supportive environment, you'll boost your confidence and communication skills, preparing you for success in your field!