Presentation Enhancing English Writing through AI Translation: Educational Impacts and Effective Integration more

This study examines the educational impact of AI translation on English writing and explores effective instructional approaches for its integration. While AI-powered translation tools offer learners immediate access to appropriate English expressions, uncritical reliance on them does not necessarily improve writing proficiency. Despite growing interest in AI translation for foreign language education, research on its pedagogical impact remains limited. This study involved four Japanese university students who completed writing tasks using DeepL over approximately two months during the semester. Learning outcomes were assessed through pre- and post-writing tasks analyzed with ChatGPT, supplemented by semi-structured interviews that provided qualitative insights into learners’ perceptions and revision strategies. Findings suggest that AI translation, when used appropriately, can enhance lexical precision, syntactic diversity, and content coherence. However, challenges in grammatical accuracy, lexical accuracy, and fluency persist. The results indicate that AI translation can be an effective tool for improving writing quality, provided learners receive proper guidance and ongoing feedback. Guiding learners to critically engage with AI-assisted writing can maximize its educational benefits.