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This study explores how AI-mediated informal digital learning affects oral English competence among Chinese English majors.

July 6, 2026Humanities and Social Sciences CommunicationsOpen Access

Exploring the effectiveness of AI-mediated informal digital learning in enhancing oral English competence among Chinese English majors

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XZXiaotian ZhangHarbin Normal University LSLixuan SunNortheast Forestry University HDHui DongNortheast Forestry University

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Randomized trial evaluates AI-mediated informal digital learning enhancing oral English competence in Chinese majors, suggesting significant improvement.

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This study explores how AI-mediated informal digital learning affects oral English competence among Chinese English majors.
Mixed-methods research design combining quantitative and qualitative approaches.
Quasi-experimental design with 90 undergraduate participants divided into experimental (AI tools) and control (traditional methods) groups.
Semi-structured interviews were conducted for thematic analysis of participant experiences.
The experimental group showed significant improvements in oral English skills (P<0.05).
Participants in the AI group reported increased confidence and engagement in speaking activities.
Improvements in pronunciation and fluency were perceived by students using AI learning methods.

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Zhang et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a4b44fa997070ff83b5b00c https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-026-08214-8

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Randomized trial evaluates AI-mediated informal digital learning enhancing oral English competence in Chinese majors, suggesting significant improvement.

Exploring the effectiveness of AI-mediated informal digital learning in enhancing oral English competence among Chinese English majors

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Exploring the effectiveness of AI-mediated informal digital learning in enhancing oral English competence among Chinese English majors

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