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UNIKAMAUNIKAMA

Journal (JIBS) JURNAL ILMIAH BAHASA DAN SASTRA(JIBS) JURNAL ILMIAH BAHASA DAN SASTRA Abstract

This study aims to find out the reasons and experiences of 7th semester students in using ELSA Speak application as an English learning media. This research uses descriptive qualitative method involving 30 students of English Education Department Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta who have used ELSA Speak application consisting of 10 males and 20 females. Data was collected through an open questionnaire filled out by 30 students through Google Form and in-depth interviews were conducted with 10 students randomly using the spinner application, then the data was analyzed qualitatively thematically. The results found four reasons for students to use ELSA Speak, namely to improve students English speaking, to improve English pronunciation, recommended by lecturers, can be used flexibly. Meanwhile, there are five experiences felt by students, namely interactive and non-boring exercises, increasing students confidence in speaking English, knowing students progress directly, getting feedback, practicing speaking directly based on the AI roleplay feature.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the ELSA Speak application is very helpful for students in improving their English language skills, especially speaking and pronunciation.Students find the app useful for independent practice, building confidence in speaking, and improving pronunciation.However, limitations such as limited free access, technical issues with speech recognition, and a lack of social interaction need to be addressed.Developers should focus on improving speech recognition, expanding free content, incorporating grammar and vocabulary exercises, and adding features that facilitate social interaction.

Future Research

Based on the findings of this study, future research could explore the effectiveness of ELSA Speak when integrated into formal classroom settings, comparing its impact on student learning outcomes with traditional teaching methods. Furthermore, investigating the potential of ELSA Speak to cater to diverse learning styles and address the specific needs of students with varying levels of English proficiency would be valuable. Finally, a longitudinal study tracking the long-term effects of ELSA Speak usage on students overall English language competence and communicative confidence is recommended, potentially incorporating a mixed-methods approach to gather both quantitative data on language gains and qualitative insights into students evolving perceptions and experiences with the application. These studies could provide a more comprehensive understanding of how AI-powered language learning tools can be effectively leveraged to enhance English language education and prepare students for real-world communication challenges.

References

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