Teaching Secondary School Essay Writing Using Generative AI

Shirley Ling Jen and Abdul Rahim Salam
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Shirley Ling Jen: Faculty of Educational Sciences & Technology, University Technology Malaysia
Abdul Rahim Salam: Language Academy, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, University Technology Malaysia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 3s, 6065-6070

Abstract: Artificial intelligence has made a tremendous impact in the education field since the emergence of Generative AI such as ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot. Apart from adding a variety to the normal way of teaching, GenAI is able to provide personalised feedback and ideas to writers in a split second. However, studies regarding the use of generative AI among Malaysian secondary school students are still lacking. In addition, there are also insufficient training and materials to guide Malaysian secondary school teachers and students in using Generative AI. Thus, in this study, the researchers had produced their learning aid known as Bard G to guide students in using Google Gemini, a generative AI developed by Google. Bard G consists of a mobile application, two modules and a rainbow chart. In this study, 40 Form 4 students were chosen as the respondents for this study. Students’ responses were analysed qualitatively using thematic approach. Among the problems identified while using generative AI include lack of facilities, insufficient computer knowledge and lack of guidance in using AI. On the other hand, themes such as personalised learning, differentiation strategy and self-directed learning were identified regarding the usefulness of Gemini. However, the results of this study were confined to only Form 4 students of a secondary school in Johor Bahru. It is hoped that in the future, Bard G can be used in teaching with other age group of students and with other language aspects such as Grammar, listening and speaking skills.

Date: 2025
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