The Role of the Applications of Artificial Intelligence on Improving The Students’ Listening Skills
Author(s):
Assistant Instructor Abdalidaf Rashed Mahdi Al-kubaisy1, Assistant Professor Israa Rashed Mahdi Al-kubaisy2
Journal:
Journal of Emerging Perspectives in Arts and Humanities
Abstract
This study aims to investigate how AI applications could enhance students' listening skills by promoting innovative use of clever and inventive technologies. The significance of the study is derived from the ways in which these applications enhance students’ auditory perception abilities and stimulate their creativity and listening skills. This study looks at modern AI-driven technologies, such as automated transcription services, intelligent tutoring platforms, interactive chatbots, and adaptive speech recognition systems. The analysis focuses on key features like personalized audio input, speech speed adjustments, a variety of accents, instant feedback, and integrated support through visual aids and captions. Results from recent experiments and classroom trials carried out between 2023 and 2026 indicate that AI implementations result in measurable gains in phonological awareness, comprehension techniques, and confidence during real language learning.
According to this study, AI enhances listening results by offering unrestricted, anxiety-free practice that is customized to each person's level of proficiency. It also provides instantaneous error detection, which is not possible with traditional audio resources. However, learner autonomy, pedagogical integration, and striking a balance between AI support and unassisted listening tasks are all necessary for effectiveness. The study comes to the conclusion that AI applications are effective additions that increase exposure, customize pacing, and increase listening endurance rather than taking the place of human instruction. Future research on long-term retention and transfer to real-world communication is suggested, along with implications for educators, curriculum designers, and developers.
Keywords:
Artificial intelligence, listening skills, language learning, speech recognition, personalized learning, educational technology, EFL/ESL.