The Implementation of Elsa Speak Application to Improve Students’ Speaking Skill

Nuriza, Sifa (2025) The Implementation of Elsa Speak Application to Improve Students’ Speaking Skill. Undergraduate thesis, UIN Kiai Haji Achmad Siddiq Jember.

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Abstract

English proficiency is an important component of language education,
especially in the current era of globalization where communication competence
plays a crucial role in academic and professional success. However, many
Indonesian students still struggle to speak English fluently and confidently due to
limited vocabulary, lack of experience, and low self-confidence. Traditional
learning methods that only rely on textbooks are often considered monotonous and
ineffective. Therefore, integrating digital technology in learning, such as AI�powered speaking apps, had become a promising solution to overcome these
challenges and improve students' speaking performance.
This study aimed to determine how the use of elsa speak application can
improve students' speaking skills in class X-1 Madrasah Aliyah wahid hasyim
Balung. The significance of this research is to provide insight into the effectiveness
os Elsa Speak as a supportive application in learning English. This research was
formulated of the problems in this study are: “How is the implementation of Elsa
Speak Application to improve students' speaking skills at Madrasah Aliyah Wahid
Hasyim Balung?”
This research used the CAR (Classroom Action Research) approach as the
research design which was conducted in MA Wahid Hasyim Balung, Jember. This
research used the technique of Kemmis and Mc Taggart which included planning,
action, observing, and reflecting. The subjects of this research were 24 students of
class X.1 consisting of 5 male and 19 female. This class were selected based on the
teacher’s recommendation because they showed high interest in English but had
low speaking performance. The location was chosen because the school had an
excellent language program and adequate facilities, but has not maximized the use
of digital learning media in the teaching and learning process. In this research, the
researcher conducted two cycles. Data collection consisted of speaking tests,
observation, interview, and document review.
The results of the implememtation of Elsa Speak Application showed a
significant improvement in students' speaking ability. The data showed that the
average student score increased from 64 on the pre-test, with only 33% of students
achieved the minimum mastery criteria (KKM = 75), to 78 on post-test 2 where
79% achieved the minimum mastery criteria. Elsa Speak Application was
implemented through pronunciation exercises, interactive role-play, direct feedback
from the Elsa, speaking practice with Elsa, and composing grammar correctly. Elsa
Speak App encouraged active student engagement and increased confidence in
speaking English. Thus, ELSA Speak provide to be effective in improving students'
speaking ability

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