The use of AI and ChatGPT in teaching synonyms to EFL students
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https://doi.org/10.62583/rseltl.v2i4.53Keywords:
artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, EFL students, synonym teaching, vocabulary acquisitionAbstract
The research is carried out to investigate the efficiency of artificial intelligence, particularly ChatGPT, in teaching synonyms for EFL students. In this sense, the study included 90 students divided into two groups, one is the experimental and the other is a control group. Exercises based on ChatGPT were applied for the former, whereas traditional methods were applied for the latter. In this study, it has been reported that the experimental group has shown significant improvement in vocabulary acquisition. Also, the instant feedback and personalised learning experiences with ChatGPT increased student engagement and motivation. It is a demonstration that the integration of AI tools into language education could facilitate effective and interactive learning opportunities as opposed to conventional approaches. However, combining the two—using AI along with human instruction in a balanced way—is recommended for obtaining maximal educational outcomes and curbing the negative ethical concerns arising from the use of AI in education. This study also provides more support for the use of AI in improving language learning and suggests that additional research can be conducted on this topic, such as integrating AI in an educational environment.
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