Using high variability phonetic training as a contextualized tool in the development of English consonant clusters pronunciation among Saudi EFL learners

Mahdi, Hassan Saleh; Alkhammash, Reem; Al-Athwary, Anwar A. H.

doi:10.1007/s10639-023-12113-9

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“…Proficient pronunciation enhances learners' intelligibility in authentic real-world settings. Nevertheless, traditional methods of pronunciation instructions often grapple with the challenges of delivering personalized feedback and tailored practice opportunities, creating a demand for innovative solutions (Mahdi, Alkhammash, & Al-Athwary, 2023). In recent years, there has been a rise in the development of AI-powered tools that aim to improve English pronunciation skills.…”

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Exploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Promoting English Language Pronunciation Skills

Mohammadkarimi

2024

LLT Journal

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This research examines the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing learners' English pronunciation skills. The participants were 78 English language learners at the elementary and pre-intermediate levels, and 19 experienced English language teachers. The researchers employed a mixed-method approach, integrating both quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques, to comprehensively assess the efficacy of AI-based pronunciation aids and gauge learners' perceptions. During a course of two months, the experimental group used Listnr and Murf AI tools, while the control group adhered to a conventional instruction. The data were taken from pre- and post-test pronunciation scores, questionnaire responses, and interviews with the individuals. The findings of the pre- and post-test indicated that the participants in the experimental group had significant improvements in their pronunciation accuracy. The participants in the study had mostly favorable attitudes towards AI-driven tools, emphasizing their effectiveness in enhancing pronunciation skills, boosting confidence, and promoting engagement. Nevertheless, several obstacles pertaining to the interpretation of feedback and the capture of subtle differences in pronunciation were recognized. This research has shown how AI can potentially be used to teach pronunciation effectively, and it has provided valuable insights for teachers, curriculum developers, and learners.

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Exploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Promoting English Language Pronunciation Skills

Mohammadkarimi

2024

LLT Journal

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“…Многие исследователи отмечают инновационность данного метода, его современный и даже популярный характер; он хорошо зарекомендовал себя в области совершенствования артикуляционных и интонационных навыков иностранного языка [5][6][7]. Наиболее распространен «шедоуинг» при обучении синхронному переводу, аудированию и фонетике иностранного языка (на последнем мы и остановили внимание в рамках нашего исследования).…”

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Using the shadowing technique in teaching phonetics to linguistics students: challenges and potential solutions

Dymova,

Kareva

2023

Vektor nauki Tol'yattin. gos. univ., Ser. Pedagog. psihol.

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The paper describes the use of the shadowing technique, which entails learners of the foreign language reading an authentic text together with the speaker in order to copy the rhythm and tempo, and connected speech peculiarities, thereby, improving their articulation, phonetic, lexical, grammatical, translation and other skills in the foreign language. According to the observations of other researchers, this method helps students improve articulation and intonation characteristics, and speech fluency; however, there is no comprehensive description of the issues discovered by the authors while using this method with the students of linguistic specialties in phonetics course. Based on the observations of 96 first-year students who study Linguistics and Pedagogy with the B1+ level according to the CEFR, the researchers have identified a number of challenges in using this method to teach students of the linguistic faculties. The students may face the following issues: 1) difficulties with making their own markings especially in the beginning of their studies; 2) skeptical attitude towards the changes made, trouble identifying the right tone; 3) reluctance of a particular percentage of students to spend enough time on self-study which this technique is predicated upon (in the current study, this was around a quarter of the students); 4) particular sound articulation challenges, difficulty copying English tones, as well as pronouncing long thought groups; 5) psychological barriers. The authors suggest potential solutions, such as using Praat software to analyze speech, measuring pitch and intensity to resolve markup disputes; emphasizing and illustrating the importance of studying the phonetic aspects of the language to achieve successful communication; targeted work with the articulation of sounds that are absent or different from Russian ones.

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EFL Learners’ Perceptions of Pronunciation Corrective Feedback: Insights from Synchronous High Variability Phonetic Training

Mahmood,

Bui

2024

Studies in Computational Intelligence

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Using high variability phonetic training as a contextualized tool in the development of English consonant clusters pronunciation among Saudi EFL learners

Cited by 3 publications

References 53 publications

Exploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Promoting English Language Pronunciation Skills

Exploring the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Promoting English Language Pronunciation Skills

Using the shadowing technique in teaching phonetics to linguistics students: challenges and potential solutions

EFL Learners’ Perceptions of Pronunciation Corrective Feedback: Insights from Synchronous High Variability Phonetic Training

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