The Effect Of Using Teleprompter Applications On The Public Speaking Skills Of Office Administration Students

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of teleprompter application usage on public speaking abilities among Office Administration Education students. The research employed a quantitative associative approach using survey design with 131 respondents from Universitas Negeri Jakarta cohorts 2021-2024. Data collection utilized a closed-ended questionnaire with 5-point Likert scale, measuring teleprompter usage through eight indicators including usage frequency, ease of use, and presentation support effectiveness, while public speaking ability was assessed through articulation clarity, delivery structure, eye contact, and audience interaction. Data analysis employed Structural Equation Modeling using SmartPLS 4 with Partial Least Squares techniques. Results demonstrated a significant positive relationship between teleprompter application usage and public speaking ability (β = 0.522, t = 7.354, p < 0.001) with large effect size (f² = 0.374). The model explained 27.2% variance in public speaking ability, indicating moderate explanatory power. Measurement model showed satisfactory validity and reliability with Composite Reliability exceeding 0.920 and Average Variance Extracted above 0.590 for both constructs. The findings support Theory of Planned Behavior framework, suggesting that teleprompter technology enhances perceived behavioral control and reduces cognitive load, allowing students to focus on delivery aspects rather than content memorization. Educational institutions should integrate teleprompter applications into communication curricula while maintaining comprehensive public speaking training approaches.