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Vol. 18 No. 1 (2025)
Enletawa Journal

Research Reports

Pre-service English Teacher’s Perceptions About Learning Using Artificial Intelligence

https://doi.org/10.19053/uptc.2011835X.19118

Published 2025-03-30

  • Carolina Reyes Galindo
    • ,
  • Oscar Manuel Narvaez Trejo
    • ,
  • Esteban Fabian Perez Lobato

Carolina Reyes Galindo
Universidad Veracruzana Veracruz image/svg+xml

Oscar Manuel Narvaez Trejo
Universidad Veracruzana Veracruz image/svg+xml

Esteban Fabian Perez Lobato
Universidad Veracruzana Veracruz image/svg+xml

Abstract

The Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in language learning has gained attention for its ability to provide personalized instruction, enhance assessment, and facilitate interaction. This study explores Pre-Service English Teachers’ (PSET) perceptions of AI use in a teacher education program in Mexico, focusing on the AI applications they use. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected form 104 PSETs via a structured questionnaire and semi-structured interviews with eight-participants. Findings indicate that students generally have a positive experience with AI tools, valuing their efficiency and feedback. Most use a single category of AI tools for various tasks. However, concerns regarding AI’s influence on learning, privacy issues, and the absence of clear guidelines were raised. These insights can inform the development of strategies for integrating AI tools into English BA programs.

Keywords

Artificial Intelligence (AI), English Language Learning Process, AI tools for learning English, students’ perceptions

Author Biography

Carolina Reyes Galindo

Is an English teacher. She holds a BA in English and an MA in TEFL, both from the University of Veracruz

Oscar Manuel Narvaez Trejo

He is a full-time professor at the School of Languages, University of Veracruz. He holds an MA in TEFL from Aston University and a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from Kent University

Esteban Fabian Perez Lobato

holds a Bachelor's Degree in English from the University of Veracruz

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