ERIC Number: EJ1464473
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Apr
Pages: 15
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ISSN: ISSN-0266-4909
EISSN: EISSN-1365-2729
Available Date: 2025-03-12
Improving Primary School Students' Oral Reading Fluency through Voice Chatbot-Based AI
Mohamed Ali Nagy Elmaadaway1,2; Mohamed Elsayed El-Naggar3; Mohamed Radwan Ibrahim Abouhashesh2
Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, v41 n2 e70019 2025
Background: Artificial intelligence (AI) made substantial progress with language recognition. Proficiency in spoken English reading is a prerequisite for fluency in written English. However, research on its use, especially for non-native speakers, is lacking despite increased usage. Objectives: This study aimed to enhance the oral reading fluency abilities of fourth graders using the AI voice chatbot 'Alexa', the purpose being to examine the effects of Alexa on fourth graders' oral reading fluency skills. Methods: Ninety students were evenly divided into experimental and control groups. We developed, reviewed and administered pre- and post-tests and interviews. Results and Conclusion: Students' reading comprehension and oral reading fluency are enhanced when they use Alexa in the classroom. Many students turn to Alexa to help them with reading and English grammar. This study offers suggestions for future research.
Descriptors: Artificial Intelligence, Reading Fluency, Elementary School Students, Oral Reading, Reading Comprehension, Program Effectiveness, Technology Uses in Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1Deanship of Scientific Research, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; 2Faculty of Specific Education, Department of Educational Technology and Computer, Kafr El-Sheikh University, Kafr El-Sheikh City, Egypt; 3Faculty of Educational Studies Programs Director, National Egyptian E-Learning University (EELU), Cairo City, Egypt