Awareness and Use of AI Tools in Teaching English at University Level in Saudi Arabia

Authors

  • Khalid Othman

    Department of English Language & Literature, College of Languages and Humanities, Qassim University, Buraydah 52571, Saudi Arabia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i11.11574
Received: 10 August 2025 | Revised: 21 August 2025 | Accepted: 1 September 2025 | Published Online: 22 October 2025

Abstract

The study examines the application of artificial intelligence in teaching English at the collegiate level. It inquires educators about artificial intelligence and its potential applications. Debate persists on the efficacy of teachers' utilization of AI tools. A standardized quantitative survey was administered to the English instructors at Qassim University. The results indicate a significant disparity between academic knowledge and practical skills applicable in real-world scenarios. 42.9% of participants have knowledge regarding AI, while 25.7% of that demographic utilized it frequently. Chatbots and automated writing evaluators were the predominant technologies. There was a decline in the utilization of adaptive learning and speech recognition technologies. The participants indicated that AI has the capacity to both encourage and personalize learning experiences. Issues also arose over ethics, training, and the cost of technology. A number of respondents indicated a readiness to employ these technologies, contingent upon adequate control and guidance from their educational institutions. This is accurate, despite concerns that AI may replace educators. The authors argue that the successful deployment of artificial intelligence requires strong infrastructure, ethical integration frameworks, and focused professional development. This also illustrates how AI is transforming educational institutions, cultural dynamics, and the responsibilities of educators across many nations, warranting further investigation.

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence; English Language Teaching; University Level; Educators' Awareness of AI; Educational Technology

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Othman, K. (2025). Awareness and Use of AI Tools in Teaching English at University Level in Saudi Arabia. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(11), 817–832. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i11.11574

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