Abstract:
This paper reviews research on the use of chatbots for language learning and provides suggestions for
how teachers can effectively leverage chatbots to support students' language development. Several
studies analyzing different categories and capabilities of chatbots for language learning are
summarized, highlighting benefits such as providing conversational practice, adaptive responses,
writing support, vocabulary development, and personalized recommendations. Limitations are also
noted regarding comprehension weaknesses, content gaps, and technology constraints. Additionally,
the paper explores teacher perceptions, finding openness towards adopting chatbots but also
knowledge gaps and priorities for enhancements to maximize chatbots' usefulness. Key
recommendations center on carefully selecting chatbots aligned with learning objectives, mitigating
limitations through thoughtful integration, enhancing contextual abilities and speech recognition, and
curriculum changes to promote teacher readiness. Finally, suggestions are provided to address risks
like overreliance as well as specific methods for effectively incorporating chatbots into lessons to build
skills through conversational practice, writing development, receiving feedback, and vocabulary
expansion via interactive activities.
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