The Benefits and Risks of AI-Assisted Academic Writing: Insights from Current Research

Neshkovska, Silvana (2025) The Benefits and Risks of AI-Assisted Academic Writing: Insights from Current Research. ELOPE, 22 (1). pp. 55-68.

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Abstract

This paper explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, specifically
ChatGPT, in the acquisition of English as a foreign language. With the rapid evolution of
educational technology, AI-driven chatbots like ChatGPT offer innovative methodologies to
augment language teaching and learning. This study examines the potential of ChatGPT to
improve English language students’ writing abilities by providing suggestions, corrections and
automated assistance. Through a review of existing literature and a discussion of the findings
of recent studies, the paper seeks to highlight the benefits and risks of integrating AI tools
into language education, especially, in the context of writing. Insights gained from multiple
studies suggest that while ChatGPT has the potential to significantly enhance language
students’ writing skills in all phases of writing, by promoting engagement, motivation, and
autonomy among learners, it also necessitates cautious use to ensure academic integrity and
to prevent over-reliance, which in turn, can stifle students’ learning capacities.
Keywords: writing, EFL, AI, ChatGPT, benefits, risks

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Scientific Fields (Frascati) > Humanities > Languages and literature
Divisions:	Faculty of Education
Depositing User:	Prof. d-r Silvana Neshkovska
Date Deposited:	07 Jul 2025 11:44
Last Modified:	07 Jul 2025 11:44
URI:	https://eprints.uklo.edu.mk/id/eprint/10979

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