Writing the future: teachers’ insights on the use of Artificial Intelligence in Foreign Language writing instruction
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https://doi.org/10.26512/rhla.v23i2.53707Keywords:
Foreign Language Teaching, Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Insights, TeachersAbstract
This study investigates the insights of Foreign Language (FL) teachers at a university regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for the development of students’ writing skills. This is a descriptive survey research employing a quantitative approach, using a questionnaire for data collection. Initially, a study on the main AI tools for writing and their advantages and disadvantages was conducted. The target population are FL teachers from a university in Curitiba. Due to time constraints, a small-scale study was chosen. The questionnaire was administered in 2023, with 13 teachers responding. The results reveal differing opinions: some view AI as beneficial for students, while others believe it hinders writing. However, all agree on the importance of approaching AI cautiously. This may be attributed to potential unfamiliarity some teachers demonstrated with AI, posing an obstacle to its adoption. It is suggested that teachers and students acquire the necessary skills to use AI tools usefully, considering their increasing presence in FL classes. This entails teachers understanding how to integrate them into teaching and preparing students for a reality with AI.
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