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A Study on the Development and Application of Embodied Cognition-Based Elementary English Learning Activities: Effective Utilization of ChatGPT as an Intelligent Personal Assistant

This study explores the use of ChatGPT as an Intelligent Personal Assistant (IPA) in developing embodied cognition-based English learning activities for elementary students. Embodied cognition emphasizes the integration of mind, body, and environment, prompting physical engagement in learning. Conducted with 23 fifth-grade students, the research utilized interactions with ChatGPT and prompt engineering to create and refine English learning activities, categorized into two intensity groups based on the 'Embodied Cognition-Based English Learning Activity Checklist’. The study employed an action research model and involved memory tests and affective domain assessments. Initial findings indicated that while students enjoyed the physical aspects, they struggled to recall key sentences in English. Subsequent revisions to the activities led to improvements in English memory scores. The affective domain also showed positive enhancements in interest, motivation, anxiety, confidence, and attitude. However, further studies are recommended for comparing between groups and varying English proficiency levels. Also, further research is needed to explore the potential of using ChatGPT for English learning and assessment utilizing prompt engineering and RAG strategies. Finally, it is necessary to conduct research on the application of ChatGPT as an IPA in the context of teaching and learning, as well as in the assessment domain.