A Brief Review of the Impact of AI-Powered Speaking Tools on Language Learners’ Speaking Skills
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This study is a literature review that examines the effects of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered speaking tools on language learners’ speaking skills. With the rapid development of educational technologies, AI-based applications have become increasingly common in language learning environments, especially in speaking instruction. Previous studies focusing on AI-supported speaking tools, pronunciation applications, speech recognition systems, and conversational chatbots were systematically reviewed. The findings indicate that AI-powered tools such as ELSA Speak, TalkPal AI, and Praktika, positively influence learners’ speaking performance, pronunciation accuracy, fluency, confidence, and motivation. The literature also suggests that instant feedback, personalized learning opportunities, and interactive speaking activities provided by AI applications help learners participate more actively in the learning process. In addition, these tools reduce speaking anxiety and create flexible learning environments where students can practice speaking outside the classroom. This paper discusses the educational potential of AI-powered speaking tools and evaluates how these technologies contribute to speaking development in English language learning contexts.
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Ayrıntılar
Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
İkinci Bir Dil Olarak İngilizce
Bölüm
Derleme
Yazarlar
Merve Kurukaya
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0009-0007-1953-7165
Türkiye
Erken Görünüm Tarihi
18 Haziran 2026
Yayımlanma Tarihi
23 Haziran 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
22 Mayıs 2026
Kabul Tarihi
18 Haziran 2026
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2026 Cilt: 4 Sayı: 1