UNDERGRADUATE EFL STUDENTS' VOICES OF AI-ENHANCED PREZI FOR ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS

Abstract

The rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into educational technologies has transformed how English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students prepare and deliver academic presentations. Although Prezi has gained recognition for its AI-assisted design and interactive presentation features, limited research has explored how undergraduate EFL students perceive its combined AI and video capabilities in supporting oral presentation skills within higher education. This study aimed to investigate students’ perceptions of using Prezi as an AI-enhanced presentation tool for academic speaking tasks. A qualitative research design was employed involving 27 undergraduate students enrolled in an English Education program at a Muhammadiyah university in West Java, Indonesia. Participants were selected through purposive sampling based on their experience using both Prezi and Prezi Video in an Educational Technology course. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis. The findings revealed five major themes: initial adaptation to the platform, perceived benefits of AI-assisted design, enhanced organization and speaking fluency, increased presentation confidence through visual support, and challenges related to internet dependency and platform usability. Overall, participants perceived Prezi as a valuable tool that facilitates academic presentation, language development, and digital communication competence despite several technical constraints. These findings suggest that integrating AI-enhanced presentation tools into EFL instruction can promote more engaging and effective speaking practices when accompanied by adequate technological infrastructure and pedagogical guidance.