The influence of artificial intelligence platform as a tool to help become better readers

Abstract

This research project aimed to understand how the Artificial Intelligence platform Microsoft Coach Reading contributes to improving 8th-grade students' reading skills. The specific objectives focused on explaining the tool’s features, analyzing its classroom use, and identifying its advantages and disadvantages. The study is justified by the growing need to integrate accessible AI tools in education, especially in under-resourced contexts with limited instructional time. A qualitative methodology was applied using Action Research. The sample included 33 eighth- grade students and their parents. Over a seven-day period, students engaged in daily reading practice using the platform. Data collection included surveys, screenshots, and a final teacher reflection. Findings showed an improvement in pronunciation accuracy from 48% to 62%, with 81.8% of students demonstrating progress. Most participants found the platform beneficial, and the teacher reported increased motivation, willingness to read aloud, and enhanced formative assessment processes. In conclusion, Microsoft Coach Reading proved to be an effective tool for developing adolescent reading skills by providing immediate feedback, lowering teacher workload, and promoting learner autonomy. It is recommended to integrate the platform into daily instruction for at least 15 minutes and to conduct further studies with larger, comparative samples to assess long-term impacts on reading comprehension and writing.