ROLE OF AI ASSISTANTS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGE LEARNING (THE REFLECTION AND AUTONOMY ASPECT)

Abstract

The article describes the role of artificial intelligence technologies and applications in modern education. The authors consider AI possibilities to promote learning reflection and autonomy. Ability to improve and adapt to needs of user unfolds new perspectives for learning of foreign languages.Using the Duolingo platform, the article analyzes how AI applications provide a personalized approach to learning and expand study autonomy. Gamification principles, motivational elements, and content adaptation creates a favorable environment for learning foreign languages. However, effectiveness of such applications is limited, especially at higher levels of language learning.Special attention is paid to chatbots, which demonstrates high performance. They create, edit, and explain material; instruct, analyze, and provide feedback. Chatbots serve as a unique tool that promotes development of speaking, writing, and cognitive skills. It increases the overall efficiency of learning.AI tools for text correction, translation, and stylistic analysis are also considered. They help students to better understand language rules, overcome fear of foreign writing, and analyze their own mistakes more effectively. In addition to text, modern AI systems are able to work with voice commands, create images and presentations based on textual descriptions, which greatly expands possibilities of interactive learning.Simultaneously, the study points to some educational challenges associated with the AI use, including decrease in motivation for independent work, academic integrity, risk of losing critical thinking, and potential abuse by students in the learning process.In general, the traditional learning model is undergoing significant changes under influence of the latest technologies. AI assistants are increasingly acting not only as auxiliary tools, but as full-fledged instruments of the educational process. They develop students' autonomy and reflection, rethink the established traditions of educational environment.