Enhancing L2 Oral Proficiency Through Video-Based Collaborative Presentations

This presentation will provide the results of a seven-year (2017–2024) intercollegiate project aimed at the development of oral communication proficiency and collaborative learning through video-based presentations. Conducted between two universities, the project involved different groups of students enrolled in semester-long courses at either institution. Participants uploaded their video presentations to a shared digital platform, encouraging peer interaction and feedback. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study investigated the impact of the project on students’ communicative proficiency, confidence, and digital literacy. Results indicate advancements among many participants with better oral fluency while reductions in anxiety were observed. Additionally, some participants expressed discomfort with being recorded in the video format, reflecting some negativity to this aspect of the project. However, the increased opportunities for interaction through video exchanges had a positive effect on motivation, as students seemed to excel in the supportive, interactive environment. It should also be noted that the collaborative project may have been beneficial in the development of social competence, as it went beyond institutional boundaries and created a sense of community among students. By integrating video-based platforms into the EFL classroom, this project illustrates how intercollegiate partnerships with simple digital tools can have a profound impact on learners. Insight from this project may serve as a blueprint for educators seeking to integrate digital platforms into language learning, ultimately enhancing student experiences and outcomes.