Enhancing Practical English Grammar Skills Through AI: A Study on the Impact of ChatGPT-Assisted Feedback on Student Writing

Abstract

This research focuses on how ChatGPT can improve students' practical English grammar learning through artificial intelligence feedback. The study was cross-sectional and was conducted over one month with 10 students from the University of Education majoring in BS English selected based on their mid-term exam performance to ensure the students involved had varying abilities. In a pre-test/post-test quasi-experiment, participants wrote two grammar-correcting essays before and after engaging in guided ChatGPT usage. More specifically, the study examined how ChatGPT recognized and resolved the issues and quantified the frequency and nature of student progress observed in these essays. The evaluation–both quantitative and qualitative indicated a significant decrease in grammatical mistakes and an increased appreciation of English grammar among the students. This research aims to help those who endorse conventional teaching practices apply technology-based solutions to augment these practices by delivering instant and engaging feedback in the learning process, thereby advancing the discussion on integrating AI tools into the education environment.