INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) IN ENGLISH AS A SECONDLANGUAGE (ESL) LEARNING: FOR SUSTAINAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

There is a growing interest in and concern about the interference of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the field of Applied Linguistics, which focuses on the study of language learning and teaching. As such, some scholars have raised interest in examining the impact of innovative computer language apps, such as ChatGPT, Quillbot, and Chatbot, on the learning of English as a Second Language (ESL), particularly in terms of their potential to erode human input in language learning. While some see these technological language apps as a threat to language learning, others see them as tools that enhance language learning. This descriptive research explored the impact of computer language applications on English as a Second Language (ESL) learning. Krashen's Input Hypothesis served as the basis for guiding this research work.  Secondary data from academic journals,  articles, and books were used to draw inferences and conclusions for this research paper.