Generative AI as a Personal Tutor for English Language Learning: A Review of Benefits and Concerns
Samarnh Pang 1, Engheang Nol 1 * , Kimkong Heng 2 3
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1 College of Education, Purdue University, USA2 Faculty of Education, Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Cambodia3 Cambodian Education Forum, Cambodia* Corresponding Author

Abstract

This review article aims to discuss the role of generative artificial intelligence (AI) as a personal tutor, particularly for learning English. Drawing on secondary sources, the article examines the potential of AI tools like Chat Generative Pre-Trained Transformer (ChatGPT) to function as personal tutors in English language learning. To achieve its aim, the article explores various functions of generative AI as a personal tutor. It then outlines key benefits of AI as a personal tutor in the context of English language teaching before briefly discussing three case studies of AI tools, such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Khanmigo, which can be used as a personal tutor for language learning. The article then turns the discussion into several concerns associated with the use of generative AI as a personal tutor. Key concerns were related to academic dishonesty; false information; biased assessment; a lack of quality feedback and interaction; accessibility issues; psychological and social concerns; challenges concerning identity, diversity, and culture; teachers’ and students’ lack of preparedness; and AI overuse and overreliance. The article concludes with recommendations for policy, practice, and research. Specifically, it is suggested that teachers and students should experiment with AI tools and make use of AI technology to their advantage.

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Article Type: Review

International Journal of Changes in Education, Volume 3, Issue 3, 2026, 295-304

https://doi.org/10.47852/bonviewIJCE52023724

Publication date: 09 Aug 2026

Online publication date: 13 Jun 2025

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