Collaborating with ChatGPT: An Exploratory Study of German Language Learning

Year 2023, Volume: 5 Issue: 2, 63 - 76, 30.12.2023

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https://doi.org/10.55143/alkad.1371058

Abstract

The continuous advancements in artificial intelligence technology bring about changes in foreign language learning. One of the artificial intelligence applications, ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, draws attention for its applicability in foreign language education. This study explores the opportunities provided by ChatGPT for the learning of four fundamental language skills (listening, reading, speaking, writing) in the context of German language education. The advantages and disadvantages of ChatGPT in foreign language education are examined. Recommendations are provided regarding the points to be considered when utilizing artificial intelligence for the acquisition of the four language skills. Additionally, the disadvantages and limitations of artificial intelligence are discussed.
In conclusion, artificial intelligence offers new opportunities in foreign language education. Artificial intelligence applications like ChatGPT can assist students in developing communication skills in a foreign language. Particularly, ChatGPT is believed to have a significant role in enhancing reading and writing skills. However, the disadvantages and limitations of artificial intelligence should not be overlooked. Careful utilization of artificial intelligence in foreign language learning can play a crucial role in students' skill development and improvement of their communication abilities.

Keywords

Generative Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, German as a Foreign Language

ChatGPT ile işbirliği yapmak: Alman Dili Eğitimi Üzerine Keşfedici Bir Çalışma

Abstract

Yapay zekâ teknolojisindeki sürekli gelişmeler, yabancı dil öğrenimindeki değişimleri beraberinde getirmektedir. Yapay zekâ uygulamalarından biri olan ve OpenAI tarafından geliştirilen ChatGPT, yabancı dil eğitiminde uygulanabilir olması dikkat çekmektedir. Bu çalışmada ChatGPT’nin yabancı dil olarak Almanca öğreniminde dört temel becerinin (dinleme, okuma, konuşma, yazma) öğrenimi için sunduğu olanaklar araştırılarak, yabancı dil eğitiminde ChatGPT'nin avantajlarına ve dezavantajları incelenmiştir. Yapay zekânın yabancı dil eğitiminde dört temel becerilerin öğrenilmesinde kullanılırken dikkat edilmesi gereken noktalar üzerine öneriler verilmiştir. Bununla birlikte, yapay zekânın dezavantajları ve sınırlılıkları da beraberinde tartışılmıştır.
Sonuç olarak, yapay zekâ, yabancı dil eğitiminde yeni fırsatlar sunmaktadır. ChatGPT gibi yapay zekâ uygulamaları, öğrencilere yabancı dilde iletişim becerileri kazandırmada yardımcı olabilir. Özellikle okuma ve yazma becerilerinin geliştirilmesi üzerinde ChatGPT’nin önemli bir rolü olduğu düşünülmektedir. Fakat yapay zekânın dezavantajları ve sınırlılıkları ve göz ardı edilmemesi gerekmektedir. Yabancı dil öğreniminde yapay zekânın dikkatli bir şekilde kullanılması, öğrencilerin dil becerilerini geliştirmelerinde ve iletişim yeteneklerini arttırmada önemli bir rol oynayabilir.

Keywords

Üretken Yapay Zekâ, ChatGPT, Yabancı Dil Olarak Almanca

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