Receiving instant feedback when using prepositions through Grammarly: A case study

Abstract

Abstract: The present research work entitled: Receiving instant feedback when using prepositions through Grammarly: A case study, aimed to know how the Grammarly tool promotes the use of prepositions in EFL students, as well as to know the perception they have about the integration of this tool. The methodology applied had a mixed approach, using quantitative and qualitative analysis, the population was comprised by a Municipal School of Loja city, with a sample of twenty-four students of the seventh year of General Basic Education. The instruments used during the data collection stage were a pre-test and post-test, an observation sheet, and a student perception survey. The results revealed that the use of Grammarly as a tool to improve the use of prepositions was positive in EFL students. They experienced a significant transformation in their understanding and application of prepositions. In addition, they were able to markedly improve their writing skills and develop independence and responsibility in their own learning process.