# ChatGPT's Impact on EFL Writing and Anxiety: A Case Study
> Explore research findings on using ChatGPT-assisted brainstorming to improve idea generation and reduce writing anxiety in EFL Master's students in Algeria.

Tags: chatgpt-in-education, efl-writing, academic-writing, ai-learning-tools, writing-anxiety, dissertation-defense, educational-technology
## Master's Dissertation Defense: ChatGPT in EFL Writing

- **Title:** Investigating the Impact of ChatGPT-Assisted Brainstorming on EFL Learners' Idea Generation and Writing Anxiety.
- **Institution:** Mohamed Kheider University – Biskra, Algeria.
- **Case Study:** Master's students at Biskra University (2025/2026).

## Introduction & Problem Statement
- Writing is a complex cognitive and psychological skill for EFL learners.
- Students struggle with idea generation and foreign language writing anxiety in the pre-writing stage.
- Traditional techniques may no longer be sufficient for advanced academic writing.

## Research Aim & Methodology
- **Aim:** Evaluate ChatGPT-assisted brainstorming as an alternative to traditional methods.
- **Design:** Quasi-experimental design with an experimental group (ChatGPT) and a control group (traditional).
- **Participants:** 40 EFL Master's students.
- **Tools:** SLWAI (anxiety inventory), idea generation tests, and semi-structured interviews.

## Key Results & Findings
- **Idea Generation:** The experimental group showed statistically significant improvement in both quantity and quality of ideas (p < 0.05).
- **Writing Anxiety:** Significant reduction in anxiety levels observed in students using AI tools.
- **Perceptions:** Students reported increased confidence, enhanced creativity, and better organization.

## Recommendations & Conclusion
- Teachers should integrate AI-assisted brainstorming into academic writing curricula.
- Universities should develop ethical AI usage guidelines.
- **Conclusion:** ChatGPT acts as an effective scaffolding tool and bridge for overcoming cognitive and affective barriers in language learning.
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