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Unpacking the Dynamics of AI-Based Language Learning: Flow, Grit, and Resilience in Chinese EFL Contexts

Zhai, Xiuwen, Zhao, Ruijie, Jiang, Yueying, Wu, Hanwei·2024·Behavioral Sciences
DOI 10.3390/bs14090838PMC PMC11428701
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Artificial intelligence and positive psychology play crucial roles in education, yet there is limited research on how these psychological factors influence learners’ use of AI, particularly in language education. Grounded in self-determination theory, this study investigates the factors influencing Chinese English learners’ intention to use AI for language learning. Utilizing structural equation modeling, this research examines the mediating roles of grit, flow, and resilience in the relationship between basic psychological needs and the intention to use AI. Data were analyzed using AMOS 26 and SPSS 26. The findings reveal that flow, grit, and resilience mediate the relationship between basic psychological needs and the intention to adopt AI tools for language learning. This study provides valuable insights into how educational environments can be designed to fulfill psychological needs, thereby fostering greater engagement and acceptance of AI in language education.

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Authors
Zhai, X., Zhao, R., Jiang, Y., & Wu, H.
Affiliations
  • School of Foreign Language Studies, Guangxi University, Nanning 530004, China
  • School of Foreign Studies, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an 710049, China
  • Institute for Advanced Studies in Humanities and Social Science, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China
  • School of Foreign Studies, Hunan Normal University, Changsha 410000, China
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Venue
Behavioral Sciences
Publisher
MDPI AG
Published
2024-09-19
Volume
14
Issue
9
Pages
838
ISSN
2076-328X
DOI
10.3390/bs14090838
PMC
PMC11428701
Cited by
50
References
14
Language
en
Licence
creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ (vor)
Funders
  • Research and Practice on Digital Teaching of the ‘Introduction to Linguistics’ Course Based on ‘Knowledge Graph + Large Language Models (LLMs)’ (2024JGA112, XWK202429, CWZD202404)
  • Exploration and Practice of Training Reserve Talents as ‘Strategic Social Scientists’ for ASEAN Countries and Regions (2024JGA112, XWK202429, CWZD202404)
  • Research on ASEAN Strategies of Major Extraterritorial Countries: Major Project of the 2024 Open Topics of the China-ASEAN Regional Development Collaborative Innovation Center (2024JGA112, XWK202429, CWZD202404)

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