Web Summit Rio recently became a major hub for technological innovation, bringing together experts from around the world to talk about the future of industries including education. One of the key speakers this year was our CTO and Co-founder of ELSA Speak, Xavier Anguera, who shared insights on how artificial intelligence is changing language learning and education.

The Start of ELSA Speak

During his presentations, Xavier talked about the early days and development of our app ELSA speak, designed to help non-native speakers improve their English communication skills. He shared how the idea for the app came from his own experiences and Vu Van (our co-founder) difficulties with being understood in English while living abroad. This challenge led to the creation of a tool that helps millions improve their spoken English.

Personalization in AI Learning

Xavier also explained the technical side of the app, discussing how ELSA uses AI to analyze speech and provide tailored feedback to users. He stressed that everyone has different skills and is at different stages of learning, which makes personalized feedback crucial. Xavier mentioned, “AI generates, and humans review,” ensuring the feedback is accurate and helpful. This method allows ELSA to offer a learning experience that feels natural and adjusts to each user’s needs.

Impact and Future Directions

Additionally, Xavier talked about his and our team’s passion for our work and the significant impact our technology has on users. “We are proud to have created technology that really helps people reach their goals,” he said, highlighting the joy of seeing our technology make a real difference. ELSA Speak’s commitment to improving global communication is clear not only in its tech advancements but also in its approach to making learning easy and effective for everyone.

Web Summit Rio was a chance for Xavier to share these insights and for ELSA Speak to show its role in educational technology. His talks covered topics like AI’s broader effects on future technology, the importance of personalization in educational tech, and the essential role of AI in startups today.

By being part of this important event, we at ELSA Speak reaffirmed our dedication to advancing language education through innovative technology, showing how AI can greatly improve the learning experience and help better global communication.

Through ELSA Speak, learners worldwide can break down language barriers, not just improving their communication skills but also their life opportunities.

Download ELSA today and start using AI to improve your communication skills!