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Writing with AI: EFL Students’ Practices and Perceptions in Academic Writing (102775)
Session: On Demand
Room: Virtual Video Presentation
Presentation Type: Virtual Presentation
The integration of generative AI (Gen-AI) tools into higher education has created both opportunities and challenges, particularly for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. While such tools, including ChatGPT, Grammarly, and other AI-driven writing assistants, promise to support language development, their unregulated use raises concerns about academic integrity, creativity, and linguistic autonomy. This study explores how EFL students in Vietnam navigate Gen-AI tools in their academic writing practices. Guided by the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the research investigates (1) the types of Gen-AI tools students use and value most, (2) how frequently these tools are employed across writing stages, (3) students’ perceptions of their benefits, and (4) limitations and challenges in their use. Data were collected through surveys with 200 students and semi-structured interviews with 15 participants at a private university. Findings reveal that students use a range of Gen-AI tools throughout the writing process, most prominently during editing for clarity, vocabulary, and coherence. While students highlight advantages such as efficiency and improved structure, they also caution against over-reliance, reduced critical thinking, and occasional inaccuracies. The study contributes to pedagogical discussions by advocating for ethical, balanced integration of Gen-AI tools that fosters language learning and responsible academic writing.
Authors:
Linh Huong Tran, FPT University, Vietnam
About the Presenter(s)
Dr. Linh Tran is currently a lecturer at English Language Department at FPT University, Vietnam.
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