Here is a tutorial on how to use this app:
BENEFITS
It is easy to use.
You can access to a free version. You do not need to register to begin.
You can publish and share your creations online.
It provides several cartoons already created for free use of the user.
You can easily save your cartoons.
It includes clear explanation of each type of cartoons.
AI system ensures fast image conversion.
It produces high quality images and animations.
DRAWBACKS
If you do not sign in, you do not have access to some benefits.
The free plan has limited amount of pictures you can upload.
It may present difficulties when uploading own pictures.
The costumization of the cartoon may be time-consuming.
The images will be cleared within 3 hours.
APPLICATION TO ELT
Cartoon creation
This is a wonderful tool to encourage learners creative skills. They could customize their cartoons, and practice their language skills. It can help students to overcome their shyness. Moreover, it could benefit SEN students. According to Hockly, N. (2017), SEN students with hearing disabilities or visual impairments may benefit from AI tools which automatically generate audio from texts or texts from recordings or oral instruction.
With the use of this tool, learners could develop a personalized learning method suitable to their needs. As it is mentioned in the article by Atomi systems (2023), each learner has its own pace of learning and they may face different difficulties.
Moreover, the use of this app may benefit teachers in the designing of material for different levels and needs. According to UNESCO (2023, p. 30) “The use of both general GenAI platforms and specific educational GenAI tools should be designed to enhance teachers’ understanding of their subject as well as their knowledge on teaching methodologies, including through teacher-AI co-designing of lesson plans, course packages, or entire curricula.” This supports the idea that using AI tools could be a life saver for teachers when planning their lessons.
References and bibliography consulted:
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools for education: Pros, cons, and how to use wisely. (2023, January 5). ATOMi Systems. https://atomisystems.com/elearning/pros-cons-of-ai-tools-for-education-and-how-to-use/
Deevid.ai. (n.d.). AI cartoon generators for cartoon & anime video making. https://deevid.ai/es/blog/ai-cartoon-generators-for-cartoon-anime-video-making
Imagetocartoon: Thoughts, stories and ideas (2024).https://imagetocartoon.com/blog/
Hockly, N.(2017) Unit 45: 10 things to know about SEN students and technology. EtPedia: Technology. pp. 159-161. Hove: Pavilion Publishing and Media Ltd.
Hockly, N., & Dudeney, G. (n.d) Chapter 3 “Using websites”. In How to Teach English with Technology. Essex: Pearson.
UNESCO. (2023). Guidance for generative AI in education and research. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000386354
Note: The pictures used are screenshots from the website described.