| 英文摘要 |
This study examines the application of generative artificial intelligence in teaching Chinese as a foreign language, with a particular focus on its effectiveness as a learning support tool in job interview contexts and on learners' feedback. Using Technology Acceptance Model 3 (TAM 3) as its theoretical framework, the study analyzes intermediate Chinese learners' acceptance of a generative AI interview teaching agent in terms of perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and behavioral intention. The participants were ten international learners of Business Chinese, all holding master's degrees (4 from the United States, 1 from Colombia, 3 from Vietnam, and 2 from Indonesia). They used ChatGPT to conduct simulated Chinese job interviews, integrated with speech recognition and speech output technologies to approximate authentic interview situations. After the instructional activity, learners' experiences and feedback were collected through semi-structured interviews. The results show mixed opinions regarding perceived ease of use: some learners found the system easy to operate and helpful for interview preparation, while others reported difficulties with voice input, particularly because of limitations in recognizing Chinese tones and vocabulary, which negatively affected the overall user experience. In terms of perceived usefulness, most learners agreed that generative AI helped them become familiar with interview procedures and provided immediate feedback, but they also noted that it could not effectively correct pronunciation or intonation, and that its feedback lacked depth and human-like understanding. Regarding behavioral intention, most learners indicated that they would be willing to continue using the system and recommend it to others if the speech recognition function were improved, although they generally believed that AI could not replace the importance of human teachers and face-to-face interaction. Overall, generative AI shows promise for simulated interview instruction, but improvements in speech recognition and feedback quality, as well as integration with human teaching, are still needed to enhance learning outcomes. The TAM 3 analysis indicates that learners demonstrated a moderate level of acceptance of this type of tool. This study adds to the empirical foundation for the use of generative AI in Chinese language teaching and provides a reference for the future design and implementation of educational technology. |