Enhacing Middle School Students' English Speaking Skills through CICI AI: A Qualitative Study of Pedagogical Benefits
Keywords:
AI technology, Cici AI, pedagogical benefits, qualitative, speaking abilityAbstract
This research explores the pedagogical benefits of using Cici AI in improving students' English speaking skills at SMPIT Ar Rahman Cikarang, Bekasi. Through a qualitative approach, this research collected data from interviews with six students who had used Cici AI as a learning tool to improve their English speaking skills. The research results show that Cici AI significantly helps students improve grammar, expand vocabulary, and increase confidence in speaking English. Advanced features such as voice notes, phone capabilities, and the ability to record and review conversations provide a practical and effective learning experience. Even though there are several challenges such as limitations in physical interaction, the benefits felt by students are much greater. Recommendations from students, including improvements to voice recognition technology and more personalized feedback, can be used for further development. Overall, this research concludes that Cici AI has great potential as a pedagogical tool in English language learning, providing a more dynamic and effective approach in this digital era.
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