ENHANCING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TEACHING ENGLISH USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Published
25.04.2026
Journal
Priority areas for applying artificial intelligence to pedagogical education
Issue
Priority areas for applying artificial intelligence to pedagogical education
Pages
735-745
Authors
Abstract
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into English language teaching has emerged as a transformative approach in modern education. This study investigates the effectiveness of AI-based tools and platforms in enhancing English language instruction across four key skill areas: reading, writing, listening, and speaking. A mixed-methods research design was employed, involving 120 university-level English language learners divided into experimental and control groups over a 16-week semester. Data were collected through pre- and post-tests, questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews. The results indicate that students who utilized AI-powered tools demonstrated statistically significant improvements in all four language skills compared to their counterparts who received traditional instruction. Furthermore, qualitative findings revealed increased learner motivation, engagement, and autonomy. The study concludes that AI can serve as a powerful supplementary tool in English language education when implemented with appropriate pedagogical frameworks and teacher guidance.
Keywords
educational technology
Artificial Intelligence
English language teaching
language learning
AI-assisted instruction
EFL/ESL
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