An Analytical Study on the Impact of Implementing Technology to Teach Speaking Skills at Saudi Universities: A Meta-Analysis

This study is one of only a limited number to have synthesized the existing literature on technology use in teaching and learning EFL speaking skills at universities in Saudi Arabia. In the current study, the investigation includes a decade-long study spanning the evolution of the use of technology in EFL speaking classes. Through the present meta-analysis of seven studies, technology was found to be effective and that it is mainly used in blended approaches in undergraduate EFL speaking classes, where it has a good reception and a measurable positive impact. Based on the analysis of the selected studies, it was found that technology must be implemented in a suitable educational design, in order to obtain optimal benefit beyond its implementation. However, further investigation is needed in future, using enhanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI).