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#4194

Presentation

Exploring AI-Generated Materials for ESAP in STEM: A CALL-Based Evaluation of Engagement, Efficiency, and Adaptability at XJTLU

Sat, Jul 19, 16:20-16:45 Asia/Tokyo

Location: Room E304

As AI tools become increasingly integrated into language education, their role in Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) requires critical examination. This study, conducted at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), a flagship Sino-British institution in China, explores the use of AI-assisted materials in teaching a Year 2 English for Specific Academic Purposes (ESAP) module for STEM students in a transnational context. Through a CALL-oriented framework, the research investigates how AI-generated materials impact student engagement, lesson planning, and additional exercises.

By evaluating the efficiency, content quality, and adaptability of AI-generated learning resources, this study assesses their alignment with discipline-specific language use, students' proficiency levels, and pedagogical best practices in CALL. Additionally, the research addresses key challenges such as the authenticity of AI-generated content, the role of instructor mediation, and the AI literacy required for effective integration. The findings contribute to discussions on optimizing AI tools for CALL-based language instruction, offering practical insights into their application in STEM-focused curricula and beyond.

  • Yan Deng

    Yan Deng is a language lecturer at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), a Sino-British institution based in Suzhou, China. She holds two master’s degrees and a Cambridge CELTA qualification, with over eight years of experience in higher education. Her academic interests include English education and comparative philosophy, with a particular focus on classroom-based research, feedback practices, and teaching material development. Yan has presented her work at several international conferences, most recently exploring the integration of AI tools into English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction. At this conference, she will be delivering both a talk and a poster presentation.