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Let’s explore ELSA Speak (English Language Speech Assistant), a unique AI-

powered tool that focuses on enhancing English pronunciation and speaking skills,
which might not be as widely known as some other language apps. This tool is
particularly valuable for foreign language learners seeking improvement in spoken
English.
Overview of ELSA Speak
Purpose: ELSA Speak uses AI to provide real-time feedback on pronunciation,
helping users improve their accent, intonation, and fluency.
Access: Available on mobile devices (iOS and Android).
Payment: Offers both free and premium options. The free version provides access to
basic pronunciation exercises, while the premium subscription (monthly or annual
fee) unlocks advanced exercises and personalized learning paths.
Using ELSA for Language Learning
Learning Opportunities with ELSA Speak:
Speaking & Pronunciation: Offers exercises to improve phonetics, accent, and
intonation through AI-based feedback.
Listening: Includes exercises where learners match words and phrases to correct
sounds, helping with sound recognition.
Vocabulary & Grammar: Teaches vocabulary in context and offers tips on correct
grammatical structure during speech.
Culture: Encourages users to adopt a more native-like way of speaking, which can
support cultural understanding in communication.
Pros and Cons of ELSA Speak
Pros:
Personalized Feedback: Provides instant AI-driven feedback that identifies specific
pronunciation errors.
Flexible Learning: Short, targeted lessons that can fit into busy schedules.
Skill Tracking: Tracks progress and highlights areas for improvement.
Accent Reduction: Focuses on creating a native-like accent, which can be helpful in
certain professional or social settings.
Cons:
Limited Free Content: Most features require a premium subscription.
Not Comprehensive for All Language Skills: Mainly focuses on pronunciation and
speaking, with limited exercises for reading or writing.
Limited Language Options: Primarily supports English learners rather than learners of
multiple languages.
Sample Tasks Developed with ELSA Speak
Here are a few task ideas using ELSA to support students' learning.
Task 1: Pronunciation Practice - Minimal Pairs
Objective: Differentiate between similar sounds (e.g., /b/ and /v/).
Activity: Assign students minimal pair words (like "bat" and "vat") within ELSA’s
pronunciation exercises. The tool provides feedback on their pronunciation accuracy
and suggests corrections if they’re struggling.
Outcome: Students gain awareness of subtle pronunciation differences, improving
clarity in speaking.
Task 2: Vocabulary Building through Pronunciation
Objective: Learn new vocabulary and improve pronunciation of challenging words.
Activity: Select a topic, such as “Technology,” and assign vocabulary practice within
ELSA. For each word (e.g., “algorithm,” “cybersecurity”), students practice
pronunciation while also seeing usage examples.
Outcome: Students expand their vocabulary and improve pronunciation, particularly
on industry-specific terms.
Task 3: Intonation Practice in Conversational Phrases
Objective: Develop natural intonation and rhythm in common phrases.
Activity: Choose common conversational phrases, such as greetings and polite
expressions, and practice them using ELSA. The AI identifies stress and intonation
issues, helping students sound more natural.
Outcome: Students practice speaking in a conversational style, which improves their
fluency and naturalness in real-life situations.
Task 4: Cultural Pronunciation Nuances
Objective: Learn culturally specific pronunciation, such as regional accents or
intonations.
Activity: Assign a task to mimic regional accents or certain cultural ways of
expressing phrases (such as polite expressions or idioms). ELSA’s feedback can help
students notice differences between various English dialects.
Outcome: Students develop awareness of cultural nuances in English, which can
support cultural adaptability and clearer communication with native speakers from
different regions.

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