JALT2025 - Tokyo

AI for Self-Regulated Learning and Cultural Adaptation in EFL

1 Nov 2025, 18:45

30m

National Olympics Memorial Youth Center / 国立オリンピック記念青少年総合センター

Research-oriented Presentation (30-minutes) Technology Room 506

Speakers

Sandra Healy (Kyoto Institute of Technology)Ms Amelia Ijiri (Indiana University)

Description

This study explores AI-enhanced learning in Japanese EFL classrooms, integrating chatbots, VR speech environments, and creative AI tools. Grounded in sociocultural theory and self-regulated learning, findings show AI supports self-regulation, creativity, and cross-cultural communication. Personalized chatbots fostered autonomy, while VR rehearsals increased public speaking confidence. AI served as both a cognitive scaffold and cultural mediator, reducing anxiety. However, challenges include AI dependence and ethical concerns, highlighting the need for structured pedagogical integration.

Summary

This study explores AI-enhanced learning in Japanese EFL classrooms, integrating chatbots, VR speech environments, and creative AI tools. Grounded in sociocultural theory and self-regulated learning, findings show AI supports self-regulation, creativity, and cross-cultural communication. Personalized chatbots fostered autonomy, while VR rehearsals increased public speaking confidence. AI served as both a cognitive scaffold and cultural mediator, reducing anxiety. However, challenges include AI dependence and ethical concerns, highlighting the need for structured pedagogical integration.