Impact of Artificial Intelligence Software on English Learning Motivation and Achievement

Department of Foreign Languages, Northeast Normal University, 130000, Changchun, China

^* Corresponding author: 1801010413@stu.hrbust.edu.cn

Abstract

The influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool usage on students' learning ability has received much attention from the society. The present study reviews prior studies examining the effect of AI on learning motivation in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. Previous studies examinethe effects of AI on EFL students' motivation using a mixed-methods approach. The findings reveal a significant correlation between AI usage and student motivation. Other studies focuses on AI-assisted language learning's impact on English learning outcomes, self-regulated learning as well as L2 motivation, among EFL learners. AI-mediated instruction is proved to positively influences English learning motivation, self-regulated learning and learning outcomes. Additionally, findings from interview suggest learners' positive perceptions of AI platforms. Moreover, evidence from meta-analysis and studies on VR learning program demonstrate the beneficial role of AI on learning. The present study underscore AI's potential to enhance learning motivation in EFL contexts. Furthermore, more researches on AI's application to EFL instruction can be done in the future.