Research Assistant (English Language and Literature Department)

The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Assistant on a 12-month contract at the .

Project Title: The Nature of Human-AI Interactions in Multimodal Academic Lecture Assessment: A Generative AI and Sensor Technology Investigation

Project Introduction:

Recent developments in generative AI are transforming how we create educational content and assess language skills. Tools that generate spoken or video-based content, as well as conversational AI systems, are increasingly used in language learning and testing. These technologies hold significant promise but also raise important questions about how learners interact with and respond to AI-driven materials.

This project investigates how learners engage with educational content and interactive systems powered by generative AI. It explores the neurobiological, emotional, and behavioral aspects of listening and conversation in academic settings, focus...