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This meta-analysis examines the impact of AI-assisted L2 learning on learners’ emotional experiences.

The Impact of AI‐Assisted L2 Learning on Learners’ Emotions: A Meta‐Analysis

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This meta-analysis examines the impact of AI-assisted L2 learning on learners’ emotional experiences.
Analysis of 31 empirical studies with 50 effect sizes
Three-level model used to assess emotional impacts
Moderator analyses to determine influencing factors on emotions
AI-assisted L2 learning significantly increases positive emotions (g = 0.489)
AI-assisted L2 learning significantly reduces negative emotions (g = -0.428)
Substantial reduction in boredom (g = -0.760); however, effects on enjoyment and anxiety were not significant.
Greater effectiveness found in language institutes and interventions lasting over eight weeks.

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Meta-analysis shows AI-assisted L2 learning improves positive emotions and reduces boredom, indicating educational benefits.

Jing et al. (2026) studied this question.

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