Abstract
This paper focuses on the use of a variety of integrated technological platforms including instructional technology as well as artificial intelligence (AI) to foster a multinational perspective among English language learners at the Saudi Arabian Drilling Academy. Given the multinational workforce represented in the Oil and Gas industry within Saudi Arabia, it is imperative that all workers, from the custodial staff to management, understand the differences in cultures represented within the industry. The use of AI technology as well as targeted materials aimed at exposing students to a variety of cultures serves as the framework for not only acquiring English, but understanding nuances in culture that will assist the student in navigating the linguistic and cultural nuances of a multinational workplace. We explore materials designed to help students understand the various cultures represented in the workforce (both technologically enhanced as well as low tech) and how we use those materials to prepare students to be contributing members of a multinational industry.
Presenters
Carlise WynneCurriculum Developer, Academic Department, Dr. Carlise Womack Wynne, Saudi Arabia
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Communications and Linguistic Studies
KEYWORDS
Communication, Language, Linguistics, Social Meaning, Globalization
