Exploring the Perceived Usefulness and Effect of AI Writing Tools in Enhancing the Quality of Written Outputs of Senior High School Students
Roy A. Discutido
Discipline: Education
Abstract:
While AI writing tools promise efficiency and productivity, educators
are concerned about their potential threat to academic integrity. This
study focuses on identifying the AI writing tools used by students, assessing
each tool’s perceived usefulness based on its functionality, and
exploring students' views on the impact of AI writing tools in enhancing
their written output. A quantitative method, using a survey questionnaire,
was employed to determine the AI writing tools students
use and their perceived usefulness. A qualitative method, via focus
group discussions, was also utilized to explore students' views on using
AI writing tools to enhance their academic work. The results show
that students are exposed to various AI writing tools, with Google
Translate being popular for language translation, Quillbot for summarizing
and paraphrasing, and ChatGPT for content generation and
other writing-related tasks. Students perceived AI writing tools as
very useful for enhancing their academic papers, as they increase their
confidence in writing and improve productivity and efficiency. However,
due to potential inaccuracies in generated content, students expressed
skepticism on fully relying on AI writing tools. They indicated
that they have become more vigilant when using these tools to avoid
plagiarism and prevent incorporating false information and sources.
The study suggests that educational institutions could develop guidelines
or implement policies on the ethical use of AI writing tools to
promote academic integrity. Schools may also encourage responsible
use of these tools to cultivate a culture of honesty.
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