Artificial Intelligence at the Service of Words: An Analysis of Available Tools for English Vocabulary Teaching
The objective of this study is to present Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based tools and resources with the potential to enhance English vocabulary teaching. The research within the field of language teaching and technology is currently underway. It is justified by the growing influence of AI, not only in people’s daily lives but also in education. The study specifically aims to explore AI’s applications in foreign language vocabulary teaching — an area that has been relatively unexplored in Brazil. The research follows a descriptive and applied approach, utilizing documentary research as the chosen methodological procedure. It is structured into two main stages: (1) an online search conducted to identify materials that explore the intersection between English vocabulary teaching and AI-based resources; (2) based on a Literature Review previously conducted, selection criteria are established for the tools/resources that will compose the final table. This stage also involves critical analysis. The final output will be a structured table that includes AI tools and their potential for teaching English vocabulary. The detailed information provided by the table is expected to facilitate learning and inspire innovative pedagogical strategies. The study seeks to contribute to the practices of English teachers and future educators, fostering discussions about AI’s impact on language teaching. Ultimately, it aims to optimize the English vocabulary teaching-learning process and encourage critical reflection on AI’s role in this domain.