ROLE FUNCTIONS OF A FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHER IN THE PROCESS OF IMPLEMENTING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES IN EDUCATION

Abstract

The article examines changes in the role functions of a foreign language teacher in the process of integrating AI technologies into the educational process. Modern technologies are transforming traditional approaches to teaching and the interaction between teachers and students. The focus is on defining the key roles that teachers must assume, including the roles of facilitator, mentor, instructional designer, and technology critic. The importance of preparing teachers to work with new technologies is emphasized, encompassing both methodological and psychological aspects. The author concludes that the introduction of artificial intelligence and new technologies in the educational process has significantly transformed the role of the teacher. The teacher is now becoming not only a source of knowledge, but also a mentor, moderator, designer of the educational process, critic of technology, researcher who help students adapt to a rapidly changing world, teaching them the skills necessary for success in the future.