The Impact of ChatGPT-Assisted Instruction on Iranian EFL Learners' Writing Self-Efficacy: A Detailed Quasi-Experimental Study

This quasi-experimental study investigated the impact of ChatGPT on the writing self-efficacy of ۸۰ Iranian intermediate EFL learners in Kermanshah. Participants were selected via the Oxford Quick Placement Test and assigned to experimental and control groups. The experimental group utilized ChatGPT for brainstorming, outlining, and feedback over eight weeks, while the control group received traditional process-oriented instruction. Data collected through the Writing Self-Efficacy Scale (WSES) were analyzed using ANCOVA. Results indicated that the experimental group (M=۱۷.۷۷) significantly outperformed the control group (M=۱۰.۹۰) in the post-test (p <.۰۰۱). The findings suggest that AI-mediated scaffolding fosters mastery experiences and reduces writing anxiety, thereby enhancing learners' beliefs in their writing capabilities. This research underscores the importance of integrating generative AI into EFL curricula to provide personalized support and boost learner confidence.

کلیدواژه ها:

ChatGPT ، Artificial Intelligence ، Writing Self-efficacy ، EFL Learners