Artificial Intelligence in Pronunciation Teaching: Use and Beliefs of Foreign Language Teachers

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2503.04128v1
• Date: Thu, 06 Mar 2025 06:14:27 GMT
• Title: Artificial Intelligence in Pronunciation Teaching: Use and Beliefs of Foreign Language Teachers
• Authors: Georgios P. Georgiou,
• Abstract summary: The study involved 117 English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in-service teachers working in Cyprus.<n>Teachers were significantly more likely to agree on the perceived effectiveness of AI and their willingness to adopt it.<n>Teachers who utilized AI more often expressed stronger agreement with its effectiveness.
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• Abstract: Pronunciation instruction in foreign language classrooms has often been an overlooked area of focus. With the widespread adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential benefits, investigating how AI is utilized in pronunciation teaching and understanding the beliefs of teachers about this tool is essential for improving learning outcomes. This study aims to examine how AI use for pronunciation instruction varies across different demographic and professional factors among teachers, and how these factors, including AI use, influence the beliefs of teachers about AI. The study involved 117 English as a Foreign Language (EFL) in-service teachers working in Cyprus, who completed an online survey designed to assess their beliefs about the effectiveness of AI, its drawbacks, and their willingness to integrate AI into their teaching practices. The results revealed that teachers were significantly more likely to agree on the perceived effectiveness of AI and their willingness to adopt it, compared to their concerns about its use. Furthermore, teachers working in higher education and adult education, as well as those who had received more extensive training, reported using AI more frequently in their teaching. Teachers who utilized AI more often expressed stronger agreement with its effectiveness, while those who had received more training were less likely to express concerns about its integration. Given the limited training that many teachers currently receive, these findings demonstrate the need for tailored training sessions that address the specific needs and concerns of educators, ultimately fostering the adoption of AI in pronunciation instruction.

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