Downcodes editor reported: Duolingo, the popular language learning app, released two eye-catching new features at the recent Duocon online conference: adventure mode and AI video calling. The launch of these two features marks Duolingo's significant progress in using technology to enhance user learning experience, and also heralds the innovation of language learning methods. Duolingo is committed to making high-quality educational resources popular, and these two new features are a concrete manifestation of its efforts.
Duolingo, the acclaimed language learning app, announced two major new features at the recent virtual Duocon conference: Adventures and AI video calling. This move marks an important step for Duolingo in leveraging advanced technology to enhance user learning experience.
Duolingo co-founder and CEO Luis von Ahn said: Our mission is to develop the best education in the world and make it accessible. These innovations are just the beginning of how we can use technology to better serve our global community of learners.
Adventure Mode: Integrating learning into gamified scenarios Adventure Mode is Duolingo’s new gamified learning element. In this mode, users can explore various scenes and storylines in the Duolingo universe, and follow Duolingo characters such as Lily and Oscar on their language learning journey. This approach allows learners to apply knowledge in simulated real-world situations, such as ordering food in a cafe.
Currently, only one Adventure Mode is available per course unit, and is only available to English speakers learning French and Spanish speakers learning English. This feature is already available on iOS and Android devices.
AI video call: Create an immersive conversation environment The AI video call function is designed to provide users with a realistic conversation practice environment. Users will engage in real-time conversations with the Duolingo character Lily, which requires learners to put into practice what they have learned in the course. Duolingo says practicing conversations in this low-pressure environment helps build users' confidence to communicate in real-life scenarios.
However, this feature is currently only available to Duolingo Max subscribers, which costs $30 per month or $168 per year. In addition, AI video calling only supports users learning English, Spanish or French, and Duolingo said it will soon expand to Portuguese, Italian and German courses.
Duolingo music course: cross-border cooperation to launch electronic piano In addition to new language learning features, Duolingo also announced a cooperation with portable instrument manufacturer Loog to launch a three-octave electronic piano. The piano, designed specifically for Duolingo music classes, is now available for pre-order for $250.
The launch of these new features and products demonstrates Duolingo's unremitting efforts in innovating educational methods and expanding learning content. By combining AI technology, gamification elements and cross-border cooperation, Duolingo is creating a more comprehensive, interesting and efficient learning experience for users.
All in all, Duolingo's new features and products demonstrate its continued innovation in the field of education technology, bringing users a more immersive and interactive learning experience. I believe that Duolingo will continue to improve in the future and provide better educational resources to learners around the world.