Hui-Ju Tsai (National Taipei University, Taiwan)
Ai-Chun Yen (National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan)
Abstract
The integration of AI-driven assessment tools into university-level English as a foreign language (EFL) classrooms has become an increasing practice, particularly in recent times. Due to the increasing emphasis on AI in language education, the reliability and validity of these feedback sources have received considerable attention. This session explores the practical application of AI in the EFL writing classroom. The first half is a hands-on workshop where participants can learn practical skills by using ChatGPT in the classroom through guided exercises. In the second half, we will share our research findings on the impact of ChatGPT in the classroom. By showcasing examples of AI tools such as ChatGPT integrated into writing assignments, we aim to demonstrate their potential for enhancing student learning and engagement compared to traditional teacher-graded feedback. This comparative analysis will illuminate the benefits and limitations of AI in writing assessments, providing insights into how these tools can effectively support both teachers and students.
Workshop (In person; 50 minutes)
Technology / Online Learning / AI / CALL / MALL
Primarily of interest to teachers of university students
About the Presenters
Dr. Hui-Ju Tsai is an assistant professor in the language center at National Taipei University, Taiwan. She received her doctorate in education with a focus on foreign language learning and motivation from the University of Durham in the UK. Her research interests include AI writing tools, language learning motivation, ESP curriculum design and assessment, and EMI instruction.
Dr. Ai-Chun Yen is an associate professor in the Department of English at National Dong Hwa University in Taiwan. She earned her PhD from the University of Nottingham, UK. Her current research interests include bilingual education, strategic teaching and learning, theories of constructivist learning environments and their technological applications, and literature in language education. Her work focuses on innovative approaches to language teaching, aiming to enhance students' engagement and learning outcomes through technology and constructivist principles.
