An Analysis of AI Utilization in Learning Basic-Level Mandarin Writing Skills

Abstract

The development of technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), has 
brought significant changes in various aspects of life, including education. The 
presence of AI has opened new opportunities to create a more effective, 
interactive, and adaptive learning process tailored to students’ needs. This 
technology can be applied in nearly all aspects of academic learning, from 
providing information resources to supporting cognitive processes and practice 
activities. In the context of language learning, especially Mandarin writing skills, 
AI plays an important role as a learning tool that helps students overcome 
various challenges, such as difficulties in understanding sentence structures, 
writing hanzi, and composing grammatically correct paragraphs. This study 
employed a mixed-methods research approach using a convergent parallel 
design, which combines quantitative and qualitative data to gain a 
comprehensive understanding. The findings indicate that AI can serve as an 
effective learning aid when used appropriately and responsibly. In writing skills, 
AI has been shown to assist students in understanding vocabulary, sentence 
structure, translation, and organizing short, structured paragraphs. However, the 
use of AI should be guided to ensure that students do not become overly 
dependent on it, but rather use the technology to strengthen their conceptual 
mastery and develop independent writing abilities. Therefore, AI should 
function as a supportive learning tool, not as a replacement for the teacher’s role 
in the Mandarin language learning process.