ARELE-bot: Inclusive Learning of Spanish as a Foreign Language Through a Mobile App Integrating Augmented Reality and ChatGPT

Formal learning of Foreign Languages (FL) is often perceived as a challenging process, especially for students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs), notably those with developmental dyslexia. In educational settings, traditional teaching methods and materials often fail to adequately meet the unique needs of these students. Elements such as the pace of classes, the student-teacher ratio, and evaluation criteria can exacerbate their difficulties, making the educational experience challenging and frustrating. This study introduces ARELE-bot, a novel mobile application that integrates Augmented Reality (AR) and ChatGPT, with the intent of operating within an inclusive approach in the field of linguistic education. The article details the development and key features of ARELE-bot, emphasizing how its functionalities have been designed to meet the specific needs of students with dyslexia and, more generally, SLDs. ARELE-bot positions itself as a complementary educational resource, aiming to provide an accessible, and personalized learning experience in a non-judgmental context. Its purpose is to enhance the learning processes of Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL) and, at the same time, to increase students' positive attitudes towards SFL.