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VOL. 10, ISSUE 4 (2025)
Effectiveness of ChatGPT in teaching english Word Stress to Higher National Diploma (HND) students in Nigeria
Authors
Alawiyyatu Aliyu Musa
Abstract
The correct use of English word stress remains a major challenge for
Nigerian tertiary students, often leading to unintelligible speech. Traditional
pronunciation teaching methods offer limited feedback and practice
opportunities for students. Although digital tools have been explored for
language learning, empirical evidence on the use of AI chatbots like ChatGPT in
teaching suprasegmental features such as stress is still scarce. This study
investigates the effectiveness of ChatGPT in improving Higher National Diploma
(HND) students’ learning of English word stress. An experimental design was
employed, involving 60 students from a Nigerian polytechnic, divided into
experimental and control groups. The experimental group used ChatGPT for
interactive pronunciation drills and feedback over four weeks, while the
control group received conventional instruction. A pre-test and post-test on
stress placement were administered, and qualitative interviews explored
students’ experiences and challenges. Results from the paired-sample t-test indicate
a statistically significant improvement in the experimental group’s performance
(t = 6.2, p < .05), suggesting that ChatGPT effectively enhances students’
awareness and application of English stress patterns. However, interview data
reveal constraints such as poor internet connectivity, inadequate access to
smartphones, and limited digital literacy. The study concludes that ChatGPT can
serve as a valuable supplementary tool in pronunciation pedagogy and recommends
institutional support for infrastructure and teacher training to maximize its
potential.
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How to cite this article:
Alawiyyatu Aliyu Musa "Effectiveness of ChatGPT in teaching english Word Stress to Higher National Diploma (HND) students in Nigeria". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Education and Research, Vol 10, Issue 4, 2025, Pages 1-5
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