Enhancing vocational computer engineering education with a GPT-driven speech recognition tool

Abstract

This research investigates the effectiveness of an AI-driven speech recognition and GPT-powered learning tool in enhancing vocational students’ proficiency in computer networks. The study involved 100 students from vocational hig school, who used the prototype as part of their learning process. A pre-test/post-test design was employed to assess changes in proficiency, and students also provided feedback on the tool’s usability and impact. The results showed a consistent improvement in proficiency across all classes. A strong positive correlation was found between students’ feedback and their proficiency improvement, suggesting that students who rated the prototype as Very Helpful were more likely to see significant learning gains. However, the correlation between time spent using the tool and proficiency improvement was minimal, indicating that the quality of engagement with the tool was more important than the duration of usage. These findings highlight the prototype’s potential to improve vocational learning outcomes and underscore the importance of user satisfaction in driving success, with future refinements necessary to ensure the tool’s broader effectiveness across different learning contexts.