Effects of Integrating Communicative Language Teaching Approach with Artificial Intelligence Technology on Enhancing English Speaking of National Primary School Students in Yunnan Province

Zhao Qin

English language -- Study and teaching (Primary) -- China

Communicative language teaching

Artificial intelligence in education

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into English language instruction has gained momentum in recent years, offering new possibilities for enhancing students’ speaking proficiency, particularly in under-resourced regions. This study investigates the effectiveness of integrating Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) with AI-supported tools to improve the English speaking of Grade 6 students at a public primary school in Yunnan Province, China, and also explores students’ satisfaction with this approach and its influence on motivation and engagement.
Employing a mix-method with quantitative and qualitative design, data were collected through pre- and post-tests and a structured satisfaction questionnaire following a four-week intervention with 35 participants.
Results revealed significant improvement in students’ English speaking. Posttest scores were considerably higher than pre-test scores, confirming the positive effectiveness of integrating Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) with Artificial Intelligence (AI) on enhancing English speaking of Grade 6 students. Moreover, the results showed that students’ satisfaction with the integration of CLT and AI
technology in English classroom are in moderate to high level. These findings highlight the potential of combining AI with communicative pedagogy to foster oral language development and learner motivation in primary education. The study offers practical insights for educators and policymakers seeking innovative, scalable solutions in resource-constrained settings and encourages the integration of technology-enhanced methodologies into curricula for long-term improvement in language education equity.

Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Communicative Language Teaching, English Speaking, Technology-Enhanced Learning

Kamonwan Chrunsri

Chalikarn Juntajamrutrat

2025

2026-04-01

2026-04-01

2026-04-01

thesis

application/pdf

TH 428.007285 Q55E 2025

eng

Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University

Master of Education

Master's degree

Teaching English as an International Language

Bansomdejchaopraya Rajabhat University