READINESS TO USE AI TOOLS IN ESL CLASSROOMS: PAKISTANI TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS

Abstract

Technological advancement has benefited every domain of life. Its utilization in ELT landscape makes a preliminary to fully leverage its potential in the field. For which, it is vital to gain insights from diverse perspectives of teachers. Therefore, this study examined teachers' perceptions to use AI-assisted tools in ESL classrooms at graduate level by utilizing descriptive survey design. A five-point Likert scale questionnaire was distributed among 30 randomly selected teachers to explore the awareness, perceptions, and habits regarding AI in ESL classrooms. The responses were analyzed quantitatively using statistical procedure of frequency and percentage analysis.  The research found that most of the teachers are acquainted with basic knowledge of AI. They had a positive attitude to incorporate AI tools in ESL classrooms. The results of  the study contribute to a more detailed comprehension of  AI's impact on English language teaching and learning.