Artificial Intelligence (AI) Presentation Assistants: Current Trends, Experiences, and Future Directions for Language Pedagogy

Pari, Mahdi

doi:10.22034/ijpie.2024.469410.1030

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Presentation Assistants: Current Trends, Experiences, and Future Directions for Language Pedagogy

Document Type : Original Article

Author

Mahdi Pari

Faculty of Literature and Humanities, EFL department, Urmia University, Urmia, Iran

10.22034/ijpie.2024.469410.1030

Abstract

The field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undergone a profound transformation, significantly affecting a multitude of industries through enhanced productivity and efficiency. In the realm of language education, AI has offered substantial improvements through automatized tasks, real-time support, and individualized presentation assistance. However, AI in language education is still a fledgling research line, and it is crucial to understand user experiences and expectations to guide further advancements. Drawing upon insights from recent research on AI literacy and usability, in this paper, I present a comprehensive overview of the current state of AI-driven presentation assistant technologies in language pedagogy. To do so, an online qualitative questionnaire was designed and validated to capture practitioners’ perspectives on the status quo of AI presentation assistants and possible challenges and suggestions. The findings revealed key areas where practitioners seek improvements, such as enhanced accessibility, real-time support, and advanced personalization features. The analysis showed a strong interest in making AI tools more intuitive and user-friendly, with suggestions for incorporating voice commands, assistive technologies, and adaptive learning systems. In addition, the findings indicate a demand for better performance, accuracy, and creativity in AI-generated content. This study calls for further AI development that is informed and fostered by user experiences to ensure high performance and cultural sensitivity.

Keywords

Assistants

Language Pedagogy

Presentation

Subjects

Teaching Methodology

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