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Abdessallam khamouja
Abdelmalek Essaâdi University
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Dr. Benmhammed Mohamed
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Dr. El Ghouati Azize
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Mr.Abdelmounim Lagmidi
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Mr.Belal Amedyaz
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Keywords:
artificial intelligence, interactive AI platforms, automated writing evaluation tools, Grammarly, writing skills, writing ability, writing achievement
Abstract
The development of artificial intelligence has revolutionized the educational landscape by providing students with interactive platforms for writing enhancement. Nowadays, automated writing evaluation tools are largely used by students to evaluate their writing. However, in the Moroccan context, there is scant research about the effect of AI writing tools on university students' writing. This study, therefore, addresses the gap by conducting an experiment to investigate the impact of Grammarly on students' writing skills. Forty S2 master students participated in the study. The mixed-methods approach was used with a focus on a sequential explanatory strategy to profoundly answer the research questions. A five-point Likert scale questionnaire and a semi-structured interview were used to collect data. The findings confirm the significant impact Grammarly has on improving students’ writing. Therefore, the study recommends that teachers of higher education integrate AI in their teaching practices to make learners rely on themselves for evaluation.
Author Biographies
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Dr. Benmhammed Mohamed
Mohamed Benmhammed is a professor at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Ibn Tofail University in Kenitra. He is a Moroccan academic specializing in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching (ELT), holding advanced degrees in language and education. His research focuses on EFL pedagogy, language acquisition, assessment practices, and innovative approaches to classroom instruction. He has co-authored several peer-reviewed publications addressing contemporary educational issues, particularly within the Moroccan context, and remains actively engaged in academic research and collaboration in the field of English studies.
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Dr. El Ghouati Azize
Azize El Ghouati is a Moroccan professor of Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching at Ibn Tofail University. He holds a Ph.D. in Language and Society and an M.A. in Applied Linguistics. He has published several peer-reviewed articles, often addressing the Moroccan educational context, and is actively engaged in academic research and collaboration in the field of English studies.
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Mr.Abdelmounim Lagmidi
He is a doctoral researcher at Ibn Tofail University. He is an English language teacher and Certified Trainer. He currently teaches at a high school level.He participated in different national and international conferences and published several articles in education.
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Mr.Belal Amedyaz
He is a doctoral researcher at Mohammedia Faculty. He is an English language teacher and Certified Trainer. He currently teaches at a high school level. He participated in different national and international conferences and published several articles in education.
