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Digital Intelligence Platform Empowers Teaching Reform and Practice of English Listening and Speaking Courses in Higher Vocational Colleges: A Case Study of iFLYTEK FIF Oral Training System and Intelligent Agent

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Song Zhengfang

Affiliation(s)

Shandong Vocational College of Information Technology, Shandong, China

Abstract

This study investigates the application effects and practical paths of integrating iFLYTEK FIF Oral Training System and Intelligent Agent in the teaching reform of English listening and speaking courses in higher vocational colleges. A quasi-experimental research design combined with questionnaire surveys and semi-structured interviews was implemented. Two parallel classes were selected for a 8-week comparative teaching intervention. The experimental class adopted a blended teaching model supported by the dual platforms, while the control class received traditional teacher-centered instruction. Data were collected through pre- and post-proficiency tests, learning behavior records from the platforms, and student feedback questionnaires. Statistical analysis reveals that the integrated application of dual platform improves students' English listening and speaking proficiency, learning engagement, and autonomous learning ability. This research provides an empirically validated teaching model for the digital transformation of vocational English education.

Keywords

FIF Oral Training System; Intelligent Agent; Higher Vocational English; Listening and Speaking Courses; Teaching Reform

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