Abstract
Despite the rapid implementation of AI technology in higher education, there
exists a significant lack of comprehension in understanding how it can be
effectively utilized within linguistics education, particularly in Greece, a country
striving to harness its transformative potential to promote economic and social
progress for collective welfare. This study aims to conduct a comprehensive
evaluation of the integration of AI in linguistics within the Greek higher education
context through a utilitarian lens, focusing on the experiences of instructors. It
seeks to elucidate both the benefits and challenges associated with AI adoption,
particularly regarding fairness and student agency. The objectives of this research
are to examine instructors' experiences with AI tools, explore their perceived
benefits in enhancing fairness and student agency, and investigate the limitations
and challenges these technologies present. By utilizing semi-structured interviews
and focus group discussions, fourteen technologically proficient language
teaching educators will provide insights into their educational scenarios. The
subsequent thematic and discourse analysis will address these critical issues and
identify ways to enhance teaching quality. This study aspires to inform
policymakers, educational practitioners, and stakeholders about the undeniable
impact of AI on education, contributing to the growing body of research on this
pivotal topic and offering practical recommendations to improve teaching
experiences and outcomes in Greek higher education linguistics.