Enhancing Presentation Skills through Artificial Intelligence: A Case Study at Van Lang University

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https://doi.org/10.54855/ijaile.25231

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presentation skills, artificial intelligence, AI tools.

Abstract

In today’s global environment, the ability to present effectively in English has become an essential skill for EFL learners. Yet, in many classrooms, assessment still centres on technical content, leaving issues such as fluency, confidence, and clear organization underdeveloped. This study set out to explore whether two AI tools—Yoodli and Orai—could help bridge this gap for EFL students at Van Lang University. The research involved undergraduate participants who used these tools regularly as part of their presentation practice. An explanatory mixed-methods approach was applied: surveys captured the main difficulties students face and measured improvement, while interviews provided richer insight into their experiences and attitudes. The findings point to marked progress in fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and content structuring, with students appreciating the tools’ instant, tailored feedback. Beyond individual gains, the study underscores the value of integrating such AI platforms into teaching to promote independent learning and more confident, well-structured presentations.

Author Biographies

  • Ngo Thi Cam Thuy, Faculty of Foreign Languages, Van Lang University, Vietnam

    Dr. Ngo Thi Cam Thuy is a lecturer of Van Lang University, Ho Chi Minh City. She has had more than 25 years teaching English- majoring students. She presented her Research at GloCALL 2019, AALA 2019, CAMTESOL 2020, OPENTESOL 2020, VIETTESOL 2020 and Asia CALL 2021. Her main interests include Professional Development, Methodology, Learner Autonomy, Language Assessment and Emotion Regulation.

  • Le Ngoc Que Anh, Faculty of Foreign Languages at Van Lang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

    Le Ngoc Que Anh is a senior student of Faculty of Foreign Languages at Van Lang University in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. With a particular focus on presentation skills, she is interested in using AI tools to enhance these skills. She is currently engaged in research at the Faculty of Foreign Languages, where she explores the effectiveness of AI tools on English presentation skill of EFL students.

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Ngo, T. C. T., & Le, N. Q. A. (2025). Enhancing Presentation Skills through Artificial Intelligence: A Case Study at Van Lang University. International Journal of AI in Language Education, 2(3), 1-18. https://doi.org/10.54855/ijaile.25231