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Arab World English Journal (AWEJ) Special Issue on ChatGPT, April 2024 Pp.169-183
Department of English Language
College of Education, Majmaah University, Majmaah 11952, Saudi Arabia.
The recent mainstreaming of Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications and tools has significantly enhanced EFL educators’ research writing process. Nevertheless, few studies exist regarding how EFL educators understand AI applications and their integration into research writing processes and techniques. The current study aims to investigate the attitudes and perceptions of (n= 40) EFL teachers at Majmaah University concerning integrating AI tools in the Research writing process, by collecting data from mixed-methods source questionnaires and interviews. Thematic analysis was employed for qualitative data, while descriptive and inferential statistics through SPSS were used for quantitative data analysis. The questionnaire results demonstrated that most respondents have positive perceptions toward integrating AI tools, believing they can improve efficiency and quality in the research writing process. However, more familiarity with existing AI applications is needed to ensure this integration process. Moreover, the study affirms the significant impact of training and support on the effective integration of AI tools. Respondents strongly agree about the benefits of AI applications in streamlining literature reviews, aiding in data analysis, reducing errors, and enhancing overall language quality. Interview responses further emphasize the possible benefits of AI tools in the research writing process, highlighting efficiency gains, assistance in various writing tasks, and improved quality of EFL teachers’ research articles. All the participants stress the importance of ethical utilization, maintaining quality, and vigilance when integrating these tools into the research writing process.
Mudawy,A. M. A. (2024). Investigating EFL Faculty Members’ Perceptions of Integrating Artificial Intelligence Applications to Improve the Research Writing Process: A Case Study at Majmaah University. Arab World English Journal (AWEJ) Special Issue on ChatGPT, April 2024: 169-183.
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Ammar Mohammed Ahmed Mudawy is an assistant professor of Applied Linguistics at Majmaah University, Saudi Arabia. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied linguistics. His research interests include Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition, Language Learning and teaching, Language and Technology, and EFL writing. ORCID ID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3432-6298