Students’ Perspective on Applying AI in English Learning and Teaching – A Study at UEH

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https://doi.org/10.54855/ictep.2458

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AI application, students’ perspective, teachers’ roles

Abstract

With the rapid advancement of technology, the integration of high-tech tools, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), into language learning and teaching has become increasingly popular. This surge is accompanied by numerous studies exploring the evolving roles of teachers and the effective application of AI in English instruction. This research explored students' perspectives on AI in English learning and its use by teachers at the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH). Using a mixed-method approach, data was gathered through a questionnaire survey and in-depth interviews with 50 first-year students majoring in Accounting, Finance, and International Business. The findings indicate that students hold realistic and well-balanced views on teachers' use of AI in English teaching, showing appropriate attitudes toward its classroom application. The results suggest that English teachers should adopt AI sensibly and creatively to maximize its potential benefits while avoiding over-reliance on this powerful tool.

Author Biographies

Duong Thi Thuy Uyen, University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Duong Thi Thuy Uyen is an English teacher at the Faculty of Foreign Languages, University of Economics, Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Education, HCM City and her master’s degree in TESOL from Hanoi University of Foreign Studies. Uyen’s research interests include syllabus design, learner autonomy, and language learning assessment.

Nguyen Manh Hieu, University of Huddersfield, England

Nguyen Manh Hieu is a Master of Education in Mentoring & Coaching from the University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom. He has multiple years of experience teaching English to non-native speakers at some universities in Ho Chi Minh City and mentoring English learning in the UK. His research interests are learner perspectives and tutor roles in higher education (HE), social realistic curriculum, mentoring, coaching, and leadership.

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13-09-2024

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Duong, T. T. U., & Nguyen, M. H. (2024). Students’ Perspective on Applying AI in English Learning and Teaching – A Study at UEH. ICTE Conference Proceedings, 5, 91–102. https://doi.org/10.54855/ictep.2458

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