Enhancing Oral Proficiency through Computer-Assisted Language Learning: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Authors:-Imad Hamdanat
Abstract-This study investigated the impact of computer-assisted learning (CAL) on Moroccan high school students’ speaking skills. A quasi-experimental design compared a group exposed to ten sessions of CAL-enhanced instruction, featuring short videos of real-world English language situations, with a control group receiving traditional instruction. Data were collected through pre- and post-tests assessing speaking proficiency. Results indicated significant improvements in speaking skills for both groups, with the experimental group demonstrating substantially greater gains as evidenced by a significant difference in post-test scores (t(85) = -12.786, p < .001). These findings suggest that CAL, particularly when integrated with authentic language exposure, can be an effective tool for enhancing oral language development in high school students. The study holds significant implications for teachers, curriculum designers, and educational stakeholders in Morocco, underscoring the potential of CAL to transform language education.
