Enhancing Creative Writing Skills in Secondary School Students through Prompt Engineering and Artificial Intelligence

This study examines the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and prompt engineering in enhancing the creative writing skills of secondary school students. Conducted with 129 students from Government Vocational and Higher Secondary School, Vithura, in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram district, the research employed a three-phase intervention encompassing descriptive writing, collaborative scriptwriting, and AI-enhanced storytelling. The findings indicate significant advancements in creativity, imagination, and critical thinking, with students displaying increased confidence and enthusiasm for creative tasks. AI tools bridge abstract ideas and visualization, enabling students to craft vivid and engaging narratives while fostering deeper engagement. Quantitative analysis revealed measurable improvements in descriptive and imaginative writing, with notable progress in students’ ability to articulate ideas. Qualitative feedback further emphasized students’ positive experiences, highlighting their appreciation for collaborative learning and the interactive nature of AI-driven tasks. The study underscores the importance of AI literacy, cooperative activities, and self-directed exploration in modern education, offering practical recommendations for educators to create innovative, technology-enhanced learning environments. By integrating AI into pedagogical practices, this research demonstrates its potential to inspire creativity and critical thinking, paving the way for dynamic and inclusive classrooms. The findings contribute to the growing discourse on technology-driven education, emphasizing its relevance in nurturing 21st-century skills. Moreover, the study highlights the role of AI in reducing writing anxiety by providing instant feedback and structured prompts, helping students refine their ideas more effectively. Also, it suggests that AI-assisted learning fosters a personalized approach to creative writing, catering to diverse learning styles and promoting individualized skill development.