Requirements for Employing Artificial Intelligence Applications in English Language Education at Universities: Perspectives of Faculty Members

This study investigates the essential conditions for the successful integration of artificial intelligence (AI) applications into English language education at the university level, as perceived by academic staff. Employing a descriptive survey design, a structured questionnaire comprising 24 items was developed and categorized into three core dimensions: organizational, human, and technical requirements. The instrument was distributed to a purposively selected cohort of 255 faculty members from Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan. Results indicated that faculty members consistently rated all three categories of AI integration requirements as highly important. Moreover, statistical analysis revealed no significant differences in perceptions based on gender or academic discipline (humanities versus sciences). In light of these findings, the study advocates for proactive engagement by senior officials within the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to advance the institutionalization of AI-based innovations across university settings.