English Language Department Students Deliver Insightful Seminar at Collins College

On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, students from the Department of English at Cihan University-Erbil presented an informative seminar at Collins College titled, The Importance of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Reading Comprehension, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Marwa Mahmood.

Upon arrival, Assistant Lecturer Marwa Mahmood and the students were warmly received by Mr. Safar Mohammed Hasan, an English language teacher, and Ms. Sara, the assistant coordinator of the college. During the seminar, the students highlighted how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way learners approach reading. Additionally, they emphasized that reading is a core English language skill, essential for critical thinking, academic success, and lifelong learning. They also explained that by integrating AI technologies, learners can overcome common challenges, such as limited vocabulary, comprehension difficulties, and lack of motivation.

The seminar concluded with a Q&A session, where participants asked engaging questions about AI, followed by an exchange of information between Cihan University-Erbil and Collins College of English students.