College and University Integrating ChatGPT into Literary Translation to Support ER in EFL Settings more

Sat, Sep 6, 12:20-13:05 Asia/Tokyo

Reading comprehension among Indonesian students remains low, especially in English as a foreign language. This study investigates how literary translation, supported by ChatGPT, can serve as an effective form of extensive reading. Conducted as a qualitative case study in a Practice of Translating course at a public university, the research involved undergraduate students translating various English literary texts; poems, short stories, and novel excerpts into Indonesian. Students used ChatGPT not as the main translator but as a support tool to clarify meanings, explore lexical options, and enhance style. Findings indicate that this approach improved comprehension of complex texts, expanded vocabulary, and promoted reflective reading. The use of AI also promoted learner autonomy and confidence. The study suggests that integrating literary translation with AI assistance offers a promising pedagogical strategy to enhance reading skills in EFL contexts with traditionally low literacy levels.