THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES TO EASE THE ROUTINE WORKLOAD OF FOREIGN LANGUAGE TEACHERS

Abstract

This scientific work is devoted to studying the professional workload of foreign language teachers, particularly in performing routine tasks, as well as analyzing the degree of use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in teaching practice. The research problem lies in the need for a deeper understanding of the specifics of a teacher's daily duties, their impact on emotional burnout and the quality of teaching, as well as the conditions that promote or hinder the use of AI. The study was designed around the following key objectives: to determine which routine actions require the most time and effort, to identify the main difficulties teachers face in performing these tasks and examine their potential impact on teaching quality and emotional burnout, and to study the level of use of AI technologies and the barriers preventing their integration. To collect empirical data, the researchers developed an online questionnaire that included both closed-ended and open-ended questions. After analyzing the responses, they concluded that most teachers have a positive attitude toward the use of AI, primarily applying it to the creation of educational materials, and face several barriers, such as limited access to tools, distrust in its quality, and ethical concerns. These results highlight the need to further explore the role of AI in teaching practice and to reflect on current professional realities.