Abstract
Artificial Intelligence and Automatic Speech Recognition technologies play a transformative role in EFL pedagogy, specifically in acquiring oral linguistic competencies like pronunciation and fluency. Traditional teaching methods often fall short of providing immediate, personalized feedback. In contrast, emerging technologies offer real-time, precise evaluations, significantly improving linguistic fluency and pronunciation. These platforms also reduce cognitive load and alleviate speech-related anxiety, a common challenge for EFL learners. Web-based applications, including Chatbots integrated with Automatic Speech Recognition and Automatic Pronunciation Assessment systems, are effective pedagogical tools offering unbiased, comprehensive feedback and further facilitate autonomous practice, which is essential for skill enhancement. Integrating such advanced tools is not just an option but a necessity for comprehensive linguistic development, preparing EFL learners for a future increasingly influenced by technology. This paper highlights the features, strengths, and weaknesses of Pronounce (https://www.getpronounce.com), a web-based platform that employs these technologies for in-depth speech analysis and corrective feedback.
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