Description
This presentation will share whether the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools canenhance the English writing performance of three groups of third-year Engineering students
who are learning English as a Second Language (ESL). Utilizing a questionnaire survey, the
research explored the students' perceptions of their English writing skills before and after
adopting generative AI tools. The majority initially reported their writing skills as average to
poor, with grammar being the primary challenge. After implementing AI tools, a significant
portion of the students observed improvements in their writing qualities, with notable
improvements in grammar confidence and vocabulary use. However, some students expressed
concerns about an over-reliance on the technology and its potential impact on the editing
process. Despite these concerns, more than half of the participants believed that AI tools had
a positive effect on their grades and writing processes, while just under half reported that their
grades either remained the same or deteriorated. This indicates a need for further investigation
into the relationship between the use of AI tools and traditional ESL learning methods.
| Period | 15 Jun 2024 |
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| Event title | Sheffield for the Literacies and Language Conference 2024 |
| Event type | Conference |
| Location | Sheffield, United KingdomShow on map |