Mobile AI Tools in Language Learning: EFL Students’ Acceptance of ChatGPT for Writing Brainstorming

Danh Thanh Ly; Nuong To Huynh

doi:10.3991/ijim.v19i11.52653

Authors

Danh Thanh Ly FPT University, Can Tho, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0009-0000-5015-4989
Nuong To Huynh FPT University, Can Tho, Vietnam https://orcid.org/0009-0005-3200-0085

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3991/ijim.v19i11.52653

Keywords:

Chat GPT, paraphrasing, perceptions, writing

Abstract

Writing poses a significant challenge for most students who struggle with brainstorming. Among many mobile AI tools, ChatGPT can help alleviate writing difficulties. Nevertheless, the use of mobile AI tools, especially ChatGPT, for brainstorming in a writing class has not been fully investigated. Thus, this study aims to inspect the acceptance of EFL (English as a foreign language) students regarding using ChatGPT for brainstorming in a writing class. The present study employed quantitative and qualitative approaches with a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire and a semi-structured interview. 257 EFL students at a private Vietnamese university with prior experience using ChatGPT for writing brainstorming participated in the study. The results revealed that the university students in this study responded positively to using ChatGPT to support them in enhancing their writing quality regarding perceptions of ChatGPT, actual practice, the advantages, and disadvantages. Nonetheless, some difficulties were also addressed to assist EFL students in enhancing their writing skills. Several solutions to using ChatGPT in writing were explored in this study to boost students’ writing performance.

Author Biographies

Danh Thanh Ly, FPT University, Can Tho, Vietnam

Danh Thanh Ly is a lecturer at the English Language Department of FPT Can Tho University, Vietnam. He gained his master’s degree in Principles and Methods in English Language Teaching. He is especially interested in participating in workshops, seminars, and conferences concerning English language education. During over seven years of teaching experience, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to blended learning. His research interest areas involve gamification, technological education, and methodology. You can reach him at his email: danhlt5@fe.edu.vn.

Nuong To Huynh, FPT University, Can Tho, Vietnam

Nuong To Huynh is a lecturer at the English Language Department of FPT Can Tho University, Vietnam. She gained her master’s degree in Principles and Methods in English Language Teaching. Her research interest areas involve gamification and technological education. You can reach her at her email: nuonght@fe.edu.vn.