Practical Exploration and Effectiveness Evaluation of AI Empowering English Teaching

Abstract

This paper explores the practical application of AI in junior high school English teaching (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and evaluates its effectiveness. Through questionnaires, classroom observations, and interviews with 273 students and 36 teachers in Nantong junior high schools, the study finds that AI enhances students' language skills: listening/speaking scores increased by 2-3 points, writing errors decreased by 23.33%, and 60%-70% of students showed higher learning interest. AI also promotes autonomous learning and critical thinking, with 55% of students improving in these areas. However, challenges like teachers' limited AI proficiency (only 40% proficient) and data security concerns are noted. The research provides empirical support for AI integration in English teaching and recommends enhancing teacher training and data security measures.