Christina Cavage
IMMERSE
USA
Christina Cavage has been in the field of English as a Second Language for 30+ years. She spent 32 years teaching at the university/college level. During her tenure, she has served as an ESL Coordinator, Director and Department Chairperson. She has taught in both community Adult language programs and Intensive English programs. As a Specialist with English Language Programs/State Department, she has developed and led several courses and workshop series.
The Immersive Edge: Accelerating Language Skills through AI and VR
26/07/2025 01:00 UTC
This session explores how asynchronous, AI-powered language tools can expand access to high-quality English instruction. We’ll examine a research-informed model that combines immersive virtual environments with structured microlearning to support fluency, confidence, and learner autonomy. Through 3D-realistic scenes, learners engage in contextualized interaction, adaptive practice, and personalized feedback to leverage enhanced progress at their own pace.
Key takeaways:
Understand how immersive, asynchronous AI tools can support fluency, confidence, and learner autonomy.
Explore key design principles for building pedagogically sound language lessons in VR environments.
Discuss how this approach can increase access to quality English instruction for underserved learners.
Co-presenter: Tricia Thrasher (Dr.)