The Effect of ELSA Speak App on Junior High School Students’ Pronunciation

Abstract

Producing accurate English pronunciation is important for improving students’ communicative competence. Mahmood, R. Q. (2023) found that although it plays an important role, pronunciation is often underestimated in instructional practices, especially when compared to other language components such as grammar, which typically receives more structured and consistent attention through classroom materials. To address this disparity, recent studies have incorporated technological innovations. The ELSA Speak app and its integrated dictionary feature are created to help students achieve accurate pronunciation. These digital resources are designed to assist students in articulating English words correctly and clearly, thereby enhancing their overall pronunciation ability.