Using AI-Powered Tools in Enhancing Reading Skills in the ESL Classroom: A Systematic Review (2020-2024)

Authors

  • Theodorus Clarence Tessensohn
  • Melor Md Yunus
  • Hanita Hanim Ismail

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, English as a Second Language, Reading skills, Technology, AI in Education

Abstract

With the rise of Industrial Revolution 4.0, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been incorporated into various fields, including education. In Malaysia, digital education is currently being emphasised, with new tools such as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and online learning platforms being utilised. However, the review on the use of AI-powered tools in the Malaysian ESL classroom is scarce, despite the current trends. Using two databases, namely Web of Science (WoS) and SCOPUS, 9 articles were extracted out of 67, from 2020 to 2024, with exclusion and inclusion criteria taken into consideration. First, the significant findings showed that AI-powered tools can be used to enhance a variety of reading skills spanning across 6 major themes. Secondly, AI-powered tools also are easily utilised and adapted to enhance reading skills across diverse age groups, which have been organised into 4 groups for this review. In conclusion, several recommendations were provided at the end of this research, highlighting key areas that should be the focus of future studies.

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Published

2025-04-01

How to Cite

Tessensohn, T. C., Yunus, M. M., & Ismail, H. H. (2025). Using AI-Powered Tools in Enhancing Reading Skills in the ESL Classroom: A Systematic Review (2020-2024). International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 14(2), 57–70. Retrieved from https://ijarped.com/index.php/journal/article/view/3497

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 2 (2025): Volume 14, Issue 2 (2025)

Section

Articles