ChatGPT and Teaching and Learning of Writing within ESP - a Friend or a Foe?

Examining the advantages and challenges associated with integrating ChatGPT into ESP writing instruction, the research aims to provide insights into its impact on language development, writing skills, and learning experiences. It delves into the potential benefits of enhanced language exposure, personalized learning, and writing assistance offered by ChatGPT. Simultaneously, it scrutinizes challenges related to context understanding, the risk of plagiarism, limited interactivity, algorithmic bias, and potential stifling of creativity. The paper advocates for a balanced approach, emphasizing supervised use, integration with traditional instruction, and a focus on creativity, authorship, and critical thinking.