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Purpose : This study systematically reviews the advantages and disadvantages of using ChatGPT in higher education. Method : This systematic review adheres to PRISMA guidelines. The search was conducted using the terms "ChatGPT" and "chatbot" for the years 2021–2024 in Google Scholar, ResearchGate, Web of Science, and PubMed via Publish or Perish (version 8). A total of 365 records were retrieved, and after screening, 35 relevant studies were included. Findings : The analysis indicate that 66% of the reviewed studies highlighted the benefits of ChatGPT in higher education, including enhancements in cognitive and learning skills, support for research and writing, improvements in language and communication, and automation of certain tasks to increase efficiency. Additionally, advantages such as 24/7 availability, quick responses, topic diversity, privacy, and easy access to past interactions were noted. Among the advantages that received the most attention are optimization of academic training, enhancement of cognitive and learning skills, and assistance in the research and development process. However, 75% of the studies discussed disadvantages, including concerns about plagiarism, ethical issues, negative perceptions, lack of audiovisual communication, absence of human interaction, technical limitations, and restricted multi-dimensional engagement.  Among the most prominent disadvantages are ethical concerns, plagiarism, and lack of uniformity in responses. Conclusion : While ChatGPT offers significant benefits in education, its limitations require careful consideration to ensure responsible and effective use. Specifically, to address these disadvantages, practical measures such as the development of policies and ethical guidelines should be implemented to ensure responsible and optimal use of this technology in education.

This study investigates the impact of listening to English songs on the acquisition of phrasal verbs among Iranian intermediate EFL learners. A sample of 100 learners initially took the Oxford Placement Test to assess language proficiency. Based on the homogeneity test results, 80 learners, whose scores were within one standard deviation of the mean, were selected for the study. These participants were divided randomly and equally into an experimental group and a control group, each consisting of 40 female learners. The experimental group was taught phrasal verbs using English songs as examples in eight instructional sessions, which incorporated interactive speaking activities and feedback. Conversely, the control group received the same instruction and activities without the use of songs; instead, written examples and teacher narration were provided. All sessions were conducted via Telegram, with identical content for both groups, except for the presence of songs in the experimental group. An independent samples t-test was performed to analyze the differences between the two groups in pretest and posttest performance. Results showed that listening to songs significantly enhanced the learning of phrasal verbs in the experimental group. The study concludes with theoretical and pedagogical implications for EFL teaching.

This study aimed to identify the foundational principles of a post-modernistic critical pedagogy-based (PMCP) curriculum and to develop and validate a scale measuring English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers’ beliefs about curriculum in the Iranian high school context. Grounded in the theoretical traditions of critical pedagogy and postmodern curriculum theory, the study was motivated by long-standing concerns about the ideological rigidity, cultural narrowness, and behaviorist orientation of the current national English curriculum. Drawing on PMCP principles such as learner empowerment, cultural inclusivity, dialogic learning, and ethical pluralism, the initial conceptual framework was constructed through a synthesis of relevant literature and semi-structured interviews with in-service Iranian EFL teachers. Based on this framework, a 35-item questionnaire was developed to measure teachers’ beliefs across four curriculum components: goals, content, methods, and assessment. A sequential exploratory mixed-methods design was employed to validate the scale. Content validity was confirmed through experts' review, while internal consistency was supported by Cronbach’s alpha (α= .898). Exploratory factor analysis yielded a five-factor solution, accounting for 77.79% of the total variance. Model fit indices confirmed the structural adequacy of the instrument. The validated scale offers a theoretically grounded and empirically robust tool for examining teachers’ curriculum beliefs within the Iranian school curriculum, thereby contributing to research and policy dialogue on a transformative curriculum reform in the centralized EFL education systems.

L'autobiographie est un récit de mémoire qui transcende les simples images des lieux et événements passés. Elle inclut également les odeurs, sensations et émotions liées aux personnes qui ont marqué notre existence, comme nos parents et nos frères et sœurs. Ces expériences sensorielles et affectives influencent notre perception de nous-mêmes et notre vision du monde. Il est crucial de reconnaître que nos parents, qu'ils soient biologiques ou adoptifs, jouent un rôle fondamental dans notre éducation et notre développement. Ils nous guident, veillent sur notre bien-être et façonnent notre identité ainsi que notre manière d'interagir avec notre environnement. Leur soutien, qu'il soit physique ou émotionnel, nous permet d'explorer notre passé tout en confrontant des vérités parfois inconfortables, enrichissant ainsi notre compréhension de qui nous sommes. Monica Sabolo illustre cette quête identitaire en recherchant les empreintes d'un père mystérieux tout en retraçant sa vie dans La vie clandestine. Dans quelle mesure la découverte des aspects sombres de notre réalité alimente-t-elle cette quête ? Faut-il affronter cette vérité par l'introspection, ou se conformer aux rôles établis ? À travers son récit, Sabolo explore sa vie et décrit la relation complexe qu'elle entretient avec son père. Pour répondre à cette problématique, nous examinerons d'abord le pacte autobiographique, puis les traces de sa vie, et enfin l'image paternelle et leur relation.

Taking into account the key role of teachers, the present survey research investigates the relationship between cultural intelligence and spiritual leadership style with the empowerment of 210 Secondary School Language teachers in Gorgan. Grounded in cultural intelligence theory (Earley & Ang, 2003) and spiritual leadership theory (Fry, 2003), the research explores how these factors contribute to teacher empowerment, a critical component of effective teaching and school improvement. Results revealed significant positive relationships between cultural intelligence and teacher empowerment and between spiritual leadership and teacher empowerment. Regression analysis confirmed that both cultural intelligence and spiritual leadership style are significant predictors of teacher empowerment. The structural equation model demonstrated strong fit indices, confirming the reliability and validity of the measurement instruments. These findings highlight the importance of cultural intelligence and spiritual leadership in enhancing teacher empowerment. The findings suggest that educational decision-makers should promote teacher empowerment by fostering cultural intelligence and spiritual leadership in the workplace.