ChatGPT as an AI Assistant Tool to Enhance University Students’ Teaching, Assessment and Academic Achievements: A Case Study of an EAP Lecturer
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.17507/jltr.1606.03Keywords:
EAP, ChatGPT, teaching methods, classroom assessment, academic achievementsAbstract
This study investigates the potential role of ChatGPT as an instructional assistant to support an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) lecturer in delivering an English for Architecture Design (EAD) course. It also examines ChatGPT's usefulness in student assessment and its impact on enhancing academic achievements. Out of a population of 92 students, 81 were able to join a Telegram group for course participation. Three data collection methods were employed: prompt crafting, an open quiz, and a final exam. Data was analyzed through descriptive and thematic analysis, statistical analysis, and manual grading. Results indicated that ChatGPT significantly supported the EAP lecturer in teaching methods, quiz and exam design, and enhancing students’ learning outcomes. Recommendations are put forth to both students and educators to develop two essential skills of prompt crafting and critical thinking when integrating ChatGPT into academic settings. Exploring ChatGPT teaching potential, sharing findings with colleagues, and continuously contrasting outcomes with emerging research would open the door to larger future studies.
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