LEARNERS’ PERSPECTIVE OF CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE TEACHING INTEGRATED WITH AI BASED LEARNING APPLICATOR TO ELEVATE LEARNERS’ WRITING PROFICIENCY

Abstract

This study investigates learners’ perspectives on the use of culturally responsive teaching integrated with AI application to elevate their writing proficiency. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, utilizing quantitative and qualitative approaches. Fifteen English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students from SMA N 10 Medan were selected for the sample. Data were gathered by the use of a closed-ended questionnaire and a structured interview method, and statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 24.0. The results of this study indicate that students have more positive perspectives towards the use of culturally responsive teaching integrated with AI. The favourable perspective from students regarding the usage of culturally responsive teaching combined with AI in enhancing their writing proficiency highlights the need of integrating cultural diversity and technology use into the learning process to establish an inclusive, effective, and captivating learning environment.