CONTINUING EDUCATION IN THE AGE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN ARABIC

The integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) and artificial intelligence (AI) in Arabic language education has become critical in contemporary pedagogical contexts. The proliferation of social media platforms and AI-powered tools, particularly ChatGPT, has transformed traditional language acquisition methodologies, enabling learners to develop the four fundamental language competencies-reading, writing, speaking, and listening-through technologically mediated environments. However, despite the widespread adoption of digital platforms in foreign language instruction, Arabic language education faces unique challenges that remain insufficiently addressed in existing scholarship. This study examines the AI integration within continuing education contexts for Arabic speakers, focusing on the convergence of technical challenges, socioeconomic imperatives, ethical considerations, and cultural dimensions. While social media and AI technologies offer unprecedented opportunities for distance learning and autonomous language acquisition, significant barriers persist, including limited culturally responsive AI systems, inadequate digital literacy among Arabic-speaking populations, and the scarcity of pedagogically sound, technology-enhanced Arabic curricula. We identified both existing obstacles and latent opportunities for developing more inclusive, effective, and culturally relevant educational ecosystems. Based on that, we emphasize the necessity of creating original, adaptable strategies that align with current technological developments while respecting Arabic linguistic and cultural specificities. We aim to contribute to the emerging discourse on AI-assisted language education by proposing frameworks for integrating advanced technologies into Arabic instruction, thereby addressing the digital age's educational demands and establishingpathways toward more equitable and sustainable Arabic language learning environments in the era of artificial intelligence.

Journal

REVISTA UNIVERSIDAD Y SOCIEDAD

Year

2026

Volume

18

Issue

2

ISSN

2218-3620

WoS UID

WOS:001719311700004