THE IMPACT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING AMONG EFL STUDENTS

This article examines the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies on the English language learning process among students learning English as a foreign language (EFL). The aim of the study is to determine the extent to which AI-based tools influence students' motivation, writing, speaking, and vocabulary skills. A mixed-method approach was employed: 120 EFL students participated in a survey, and in-depth interviews were conducted with 12 students and 5 teachers. The results revealed that students who regularly used AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, and Duolingo) showed significant improvement in writing skills and vocabulary range, while the effect on speaking and critical-thinking skills was comparatively weaker. The study also identified a risk of students becoming overly dependent on AI tools. The article concludes with recommendations for the balanced and pedagogically sound integration of AI tools into the educational process.