The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University

This study explores the use of AI-powered tools such as language learning applications, chatbots, adaptive learning systems, and speech recognition software in the context of Chinese language acquisition by international students. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, the study investigate...

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Main Authors: Muhammad Arif, Aneta Ismail, Muhammad Aqib, Mirajur Rhaman Shaoan, Wazir Ali, Miracle Uzochukwu Okafor
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Published: WISE Pendidikan Indonesia 2025-04-01
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Online Access:https://journal.wiseedu.co.id/index.php/ltsmjournal/article/view/165
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Mirajur Rhaman Shaoan
Wazir Ali
Miracle Uzochukwu Okafor
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description This study explores the use of AI-powered tools such as language learning applications, chatbots, adaptive learning systems, and speech recognition software in the context of Chinese language acquisition by international students. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, the study investigates how fifteen international students at Southwest University engaged with these tools, the challenges they encountered, and how such technologies shaped their linguistic development and cultural integration. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and reflective journals, and were analyzed thematically. The findings indicate that 80% of participants reported improved speaking confidence, 75% experienced enhanced listening comprehension, and 85% found chatbot-based interactions engaging. However, 65% of students noted insufficient cultural immersion and contextual learning in AI tools. Based on these insights, the study recommends integrating culturally immersive features such as virtual simulations and role-play into AI systems. It concludes that while AI tools can personalize and accelerate language acquisition, their impact can be maximized when aligned with cultural learning, supporting not only proficiency but also meaningful intercultural communication.
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spelling doaj-art-ebfbbbbb37a2407d980efbc200532fdf2025-08-20T03:17:35ZengWISE Pendidikan IndonesiaLanguage, Technology, and Social Media3026-71962025-04-0131The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest UniversityMuhammad Arif0Aneta Ismail1Muhammad Aqib2Mirajur Rhaman Shaoan3Wazir Ali4Miracle Uzochukwu Okafor5Southwest universitySouthwest UniversityTaiyuan University of TechnologySouthwest UniversityUniversitas Sebelas Maret IndonesiaSouthwest University This study explores the use of AI-powered tools such as language learning applications, chatbots, adaptive learning systems, and speech recognition software in the context of Chinese language acquisition by international students. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, the study investigates how fifteen international students at Southwest University engaged with these tools, the challenges they encountered, and how such technologies shaped their linguistic development and cultural integration. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and reflective journals, and were analyzed thematically. The findings indicate that 80% of participants reported improved speaking confidence, 75% experienced enhanced listening comprehension, and 85% found chatbot-based interactions engaging. However, 65% of students noted insufficient cultural immersion and contextual learning in AI tools. Based on these insights, the study recommends integrating culturally immersive features such as virtual simulations and role-play into AI systems. It concludes that while AI tools can personalize and accelerate language acquisition, their impact can be maximized when aligned with cultural learning, supporting not only proficiency but also meaningful intercultural communication. https://journal.wiseedu.co.id/index.php/ltsmjournal/article/view/165AI ToolsLanguage LearningChinese LanguagePersonalized LearningCultural IntegrationLanguage Proficiency
spellingShingle Muhammad Arif
Aneta Ismail
Muhammad Aqib
Mirajur Rhaman Shaoan
Wazir Ali
Miracle Uzochukwu Okafor
The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University
Language, Technology, and Social Media
AI Tools
Language Learning
Chinese Language
Personalized Learning
Cultural Integration
Language Proficiency
title The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University
title_full The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University
title_fullStr The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University
title_full_unstemmed The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University
title_short The Impact of AI-Driven Tools on Foreign Students’ Chinese Language Acquisition: A Case Study at Southwest University
title_sort impact of ai driven tools on foreign students chinese language acquisition a case study at southwest university
topic AI Tools
Language Learning
Chinese Language
Personalized Learning
Cultural Integration
Language Proficiency
url https://journal.wiseedu.co.id/index.php/ltsmjournal/article/view/165
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