ChatGPT in Language Education: Applications and Implications for Teaching and Learning

Background/purpose. Artificial intelligence, namely ChatGPT, has garnered significant interest in language education due to its potential to enhance instruction and learning. Three primary topics are highlighted in this study's analysis of recent research on ChatGPT's use in language instruction: Reflection on instruction, instructor feedback, and adaptation of reading texts. Materials/methods. Ten language instructors and twenty students who had been using ChatGPT in language sessions for at least one semester participated in semi-structured interviews. A detailed understanding of ChatGPT's integration into language teaching and learning methods is made possible by the interviews, which captured the breadth and complexity of participants' experiences. Results. The results showed that feedback facilitated by ChatGPT enhanced student engagement and encouraged better writing abilities. Personalized reading tasks were made easier by AI-driven text adaptation, but questions about accuracy, prejudice, and ethical use surfaced. Conclusion. Notwithstanding these difficulties, ChatGPT offers a wealth of opportunities for customized language learning teaching. Clear ethical standards and focused teacher training are necessary for effective implementation. In order to evaluate the tool's long-term educational impact, more longitudinal study is required.