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Published: 03 October 2024

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Oral Communicative Skills in French Language Education

Eleni Mavropoulou, Panagiotis Arvanitis

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

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10.31014/aior.1993.07.04.520

Pages: 16-30

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Spoken Conversation, French Language Teaching, Foreign Language, Communicative Language Competences

Abstract

As part of the current study, artificial intelligence (AI), specifically the "spoken conversation" function, will be examined in relation to teaching French as a foreign language, emphasizing oral reception, production, interaction and mediation. The authors examine the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve oral communicative language skills by creating individualized and interactive learning environments based on the Common Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Through real-time speaking, learners can improve their pronunciation, rhythm, and accuracy as well as gain knowledge of various language structures and phonetic patterns. When artificial intelligence and spoken conversation are integrated into language learning in a manner that meets the needs and proficiency levels of students, theirs' oral skills are enhanced.

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