Integrating AI for Vocabulary Enhancement in EFL Pedagogy: A Quantitative Analysis with a Focus on Synonym Acquisition

Abstract

The study aims to give empirical proof for the efficiency of AI technology in improving L2 learners' synonym acquisition in Pakistani EFL classrooms. This quantitative study investigates how well AI integration addresses EFL learners' difficulties in increasing their vocabulary and enhancing their language skills. Vygotsky's sociocultural theory of interactionism and Krashen's theory of second language acquisition (SLA) provide a solid theoretical foundation for the study. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to examine the data collected from a sample of 40 individuals enrolled in a public institution in Pakistan for this investigation. The study's conclusions highlight the profound influence of technology on language instruction and its transformative potential, in addition to making a substantial contribution to the evolution of educational approaches. The ultimate goal of this research is to improve the language learning experience of EFL students by guiding the development of creative, individualized teaching strategies perfectly tailored to their various requirements and preferences.