Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools on English Language Learning: A Study of Students of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Abakaliki Study Centre, Ebonyi State

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Publication Date

10/09/2026

Volume / Issue

Vol 1, Issue 4 (2026)

Article No.

054

Journal

British Journal of Contemporary Research

DOI

https://doi.org/10.67693/BJCR-BCRBK2E4

Received

27 Aug 2026

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Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has progressively altered global language teaching and learning experience, offering personalized instruction, cognizant, learner-centered feedback and adaptive instructional assistance. However, there is a dearth of empirical evidence on these multidimensional functions of artificial intelligence within open and distance learning institutions in Nigeria. This study investigated the effects of artificial intelligent (AI) tools on English language learning among students of National Open University of Nigeria( NOUL), Abakaliki Study centre, Ebonyi State. This study employed a cross-sectional survey design with a purposive sample of 150 students selected from a population of 410. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data and analyze them using frequencies, percentages, and mean scores. The results indicated that the students were aware of the development of AI tools, had positive attitudes toward their use, were willing to adopt them for English learning and recognized their contribution to enhancing writing, reading, speaking and overall learning significantly. The findings of this study also revealed that despite their benefits, weak internet connectivity, high data costs, low digital skills and a lack of institutional support constrained the effective use of such technologies. The study, therefore, concluded that AI has enormous potential to enhance English language learning in open and distance education, while recommending that standard digital infrastructure, institutional policies, and literacy initiatives should be provided by relevant authorities, institutions and agencies.

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