In an awe-inspiring session that left lecturers from Department of Foreign Languages and Linguodidactics astounded, visionary educators converged to explore the latest and most innovative tools and techniques for integrating digital media into their classrooms. The captivating session, aptly named "Digital Media, Mixed Reality & AI in the Classroom: Tools & Techniques to Excite and Engage Students," featured an esteemed presenter, Craig Kapp, a Clinical Professor of Computer Science at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences at New York University, who unveiled a remarkable array of transformative resources.
His interests include augmented reality, data visualization, graphics and gaming, interactive media and responsive software design, digital storytelling, web-based instructional and educational technology platforms and developing assistive technologies for people with disabilities.
Craig Kapp is an interactive developer who has spent over ten years working to bring cutting edge technologies into educational settings. He recently founded ZooBurst LLC, a web-based startup that focuses on creating augmented reality digital storytelling tools that can be used by teachers and students around the world. Craig currently works for New York University as a Researcher in Residence at the Interactive Telecommunications Program as well as an Adjunct Professor in the Computer Science department at NYU. He plans to one day return to academia as a full-time faculty member teaching in the areas of Educational Technology and Interactive Multimedia.
Renowned Professor Craig Kapp at New York University's Computer Science department has an impressive 93% approval rating from students, who express a strong willingness to retake his courses. Praised for his amazing lectures and caring approach, he provides extra credit opportunities, inspiring students and earning respect within the academic community. He is also a brilliant speaker at TEDx (Storytelling in the 3rd Dimension).
Revolutionary Mixed Reality Tools That Transcend Learning Boundaries
Professor Kapp introduced an extraordinary selection of cutting-edge mixed reality tools that transcend the traditional confines of the classroom, propelling the learning experience into uncharted realms of engagement and immersion.

Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Elevate Learning
Professor Kapp meticulously highlighted an impressive range of ingenious AI tools that possess the potential to elevate the learning journey to new heights.
1. Web-based AI Image Generation Tools: Unleashing the creative prowess of students through web-based platforms that generate mesmerizing visual content in collaboration with artificial intelligence.
2. Locally Installed AI Generation Tools: Empowering educators to unleash the true potential of AI by harnessing the capabilities of locally installed tools, allowing for dynamic and personalized learning experiences.
3. Large Language Model Tools: Tapping into the boundless possibilities of large language models to enhance language proficiency and foster captivating dialogues with students.
Armed with an abundance of transformative tools and resources, professors from foreign language departments emerged from the session armed with invaluable insights and practical techniques to revolutionize their classrooms. With digital media now at the heart of their teaching arsenal, they are poised to embark on a remarkable journey, captivating and inspiring their students like never before.