The Use of Artificial Intelligence Paraphrasing Tools in EFL Research Writing: Master

Abstract

The present study aims at investigating Master two students’ perspectives regarding the use of artificial intelligence paraphrasing tools at the Department of English at Guelma University. Writing a research in English as a foreign language presents significant challenges for students, many of them struggle with both writing and research skills, leading them to rely on artificial intelligence tools for support. Among these tools are artificial intelligence paraphrasing tools, in which students increasingly rely on them when writing their research. This study hypothesizes that students hold positive attitudes toward the use of artificial intelligence paraphrasing tools in research writing. In order to test this hypothesis, a descriptive quantitative method was employed. A structured questionnaire was selected as a data gathering tool and was administered to 53 Master two students. The findings of the study indicate that the majority of students are familiar with artificial intelligence paraphrasing tools and frequently use them, especially chatgpt and quillbot. However, the results also reveal that some students face difficulties when using these tools. Based on these findings, the study recommends that students should be aware of the flaws of artificial intelligence paraphrasing tools, reduce their overreliance on them, and strive to become more independent in their academic work.