<![CDATA[In an era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) has profoundly influenced various sectors, including education. This study explores university students’ perceptions of DeepSeek, an AI-powered chatbot, as a supporting tool in English language learning. Utilizing a qualitative method, the research involved interviews with eight second-semester students from the English Education Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur. Findings reveal that students perceive DeepSeek as a beneficial tool due to its user-friendly interface, fast and concise responses, and its ability to assist in grammar correction, vocabulary development, and writing improvement. DeepSeek also fosters motivation and self-directed learning. However, limitations such as overly technical answers, daily usage restrictions, and sometimes irrelevant responses were identified. This study contributes to the ongoing discourse on AI-powered tool integration in education and highlights the potential and challenges of employing AI chatbots like DeepSeek in language learning contexts. ]]>
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