Students’ perceptions of using quillbot ai tool in writing for publication skills

Indah  Rahayu

doi:10.071025/fxbbnz55

Authors

Indah Rahayu Universitas PGRI Jombang Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.071025/fxbbnz55

Keywords:

Student Perception; QuillBot (AI); Writing for Publication Skill

Abstract

The research explores the perceptions of English Language Education students at PGRI Jombang University who use QuillBot when taking writing for publication courses. The quantitative data was collected using an online questionnaire posted in Google form. The method of descriptive survey. The percentage and average scores of the questionnaire have been used for data analysis descriptively. Researcher uses a questionnaire to measure students' perceptions of using QuillBot as an AI tool in writing skills by taking 25 respondents from class 2020-B and 2020-C. The questionnaire, adapted 17 statements taken from a study conducted by Xuyen in 2023, focuses on paraphrasing and grammar checking. The result of this study indicates that most users have a positive perception of QuillBot as an AI tool in writing skills. The reasons for using QuillBot were ease of use, improved writing quality, and quick text correction. The positive effects indicator showed significant benefits such as improved writing quality and time efficiency. The intention to continue using QuillBot was very positive, with 88% of respondents agreeing or strongly agreeing to continue using it. Overall, QuillBot is well-received by users who appreciate its benefits and plan to continue using it in the future.

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