The Interplay between L2 Motivation and Artificial Intelligence: What and How

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the factors affecting EFL learners' L2 motivation when learning with artificial intelligence (AI) and how those factors could affect L2 motivation. Equipped with Self Determination Theory (SDT), this study looked at two EFL classrooms in a university in Indonesia where AI apps were utilized. Two teachers and 21 learners participated, and the data were collected qualitatively using app evaluation, interviews, and FGDs. This study found that localization, valuableness, and engagingness were three factors of AI-injected language learning that greatly influenced the learners' L2 motivation. This study also found that localization could be approached using pedagogical views, while valuableness and engagingness could be viewed from psychological perspectives. This study offers a new construct in L2 motivation studies called the L-VE framework. The results of this study could contribute new insights into the discussion of L2 motivation and technology, particularly in the field of Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL).