Enhancing Academic Speaking Skills Through AI Chatbots: A Study on English Language Learning in Higher Education

Sunoko Setyawan; Rizqi Febrian Pramudita

doi:10.59890/ijaer.v3i2.30

Authors

Sunoko Setyawan Universitas Jember
Rizqi Febrian Pramudita Politeknik Negeri Jember

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijaer.v3i2.30

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Chatbots, English Language Instruction, Higher Education, Educational Technology, Language Learning, EFL

Abstract

The development of artificial intelligence (AI) technology has opened up new opportunities in education, including in teaching English in higher education. This study aims to explore the use of AI-based chatbots as teaching partners in English learning for college students. This study uses a mixed-methods approach involving a small experiment that utilizes chatbots in the learning process, as well as interviews and questionnaires to measure student and lecturer perceptions. Initial results indicate that chatbots are able to increase learning engagement, provide instant feedback, and support ongoing language practice outside of class hours. However, this study also found challenges in terms of the limited understanding of context by chatbots and the need for training for teachers to integrate this technology effectively. These findings are expected to contribute to the development of more adaptive and interactive technology-based learning strategies in the context of English learning in higher education.

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