AI-Supported Learning in ESP Resume Writing: A Task-Based Pedagogical Model

Many non-English major students face challenges in their job search, including career uncertainty, difficulty identifying relevant skills, and struggles in effectively presenting their qualifications in a resume. Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers potential support by providing career insights, skill assessments, and resume refinement suggestions. However, structured pedagogical guidance is essential for students to effectively integrate AI into their job-seeking process. This study examines the effectiveness of incorporating AI within a Task-Based Learning (TBL) approach in an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course designed to enhance job-hunting skills in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context.

This study adopts a TBL framework to design structured learning tasks that systematically guide students through resume development. In the pre-task phase, students utilize AI tools to analyze their strengths, interests, and job market compatibility. AI-assisted career exploration and skill-matching exercises help them define career objectives and align competencies with industry demands.

In the task phase, students draft, refine, and format their resumes using AI-generated feedback to enhance clarity and professionalism. Peer reviews and teacher feedback further improve resume quality, ensuring alignment with industry expectations. The post-task phase includes structured assessments focusing on resume organization, job alignment, and self-presentation effectiveness.

The study collects data from 30 non-English major EFL college students through pre- and post-course surveys evaluating AI integration, task-based activities, and resume quality. The findings will provide insights into the pedagogical design and effectiveness of this AI-enhanced approach in ESP instruction. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on AI-assisted ESP teaching and offers practical strategies for integrating AI tools into resume writing instruction in EFL contexts.