Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Improve English Presentation Skills of University Students

Abstract

This research topic examines the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing the presentation skills of English language among undergraduate students. The research used a qualitative research design and incorporated between 9 and 10 participants in a university setting. Data was obtained by conducting semi-structured interviews and focus groups, and classroom observations to understand the experiences and perceptions of students with the help of AI-assisted learning. The results show that AI instruments, including chatbots and feedback programs, have great potential to boost learners’ confidence, fluency, and self-efficacy in the process of preparing and providing presentations. Students claimed that AI gave personalized feedback in real-time, helping to clarify, pronounce, and organize, with the reduction of presentation anxiety. Classroom observations also showed that AI integration enhanced the level of engagement and stimulated self-regulated practices. Despite these advantages, there are concerns raised by the study participants regarding over-dependency on technology and the necessity of teacher advice in understanding the AI-given advice. Although the importance of moderated and ethical integration is evident in the Research.AI can have in higher education, as a supporting pedagogical tool that especially helps scaffold English presentation skills.

Keywords: AI (Artificial Intelligence), English Presentation Skills, Undergraduate Students, Qualitative Research, Educational Technology