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Why AI is increasing the need for English communication skills

Discover why AI is increasing the need for strong communication skills, critical thinking and English proficiency in today's workplace.

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Why communication matters when using AI

AI systems depend on the information they receive.

The quality of an AI-generated response is often influenced by how clearly an employee communicates objectives, provides context and defines the desired outcome.

Employees increasingly need to:

  • Write clear instructions
  • Ask effective questions
  • Provide relevant context
  • Interpret information accurately
  • Communicate results to others

These capabilities help employees use AI tools more effectively while improving the quality and usefulness of AI-generated information.

Strong communication skills are becoming an important part of successful human-AI interaction.

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How employees evaluate and apply AI-generated information

 

AI can generate information quickly, but employees remain responsible for understanding, evaluating and applying that information.


Reading and interpreting information

Employees must understand AI-generated outputs and determine whether the information is relevant to the task or business objective.


Critical evaluation

Not all AI-generated information is equally accurate or complete. Employees need the ability to evaluate information, identify inconsistencies and recognize when additional verification may be required.


Communicating insights

AI-generated information only becomes valuable when it can be shared, explained and applied effectively. Employees must communicate findings clearly to support decision-making and collaboration.

As AI becomes more common across workplace activities, communication capability continues to play an essential role in how information is understood and used.


 

What the research tells us

Employers see a growing connection between AI and communication skills

 

Findings from the TOEIC® Global English Skills Report suggest that employers recognize the increasing importance of communication capabilities in an AI-enabled workplace.

  • 81% of employers say AI is increasing the need for workplace English proficiency.

As AI technologies become more widely used, organizations continue to value employees who can understand information, communicate effectively and apply sound judgment.

These findings suggest that communication capability remains an important workforce asset, even as workplace technologies continue to evolve.

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Building communication capability in an AI-enabled workplace

 


Successful use of AI depends on more than access to technology. Employees also need the ability to communicate clearly, interpret information accurately and make informed decisions.

Organizations can support these capabilities by helping employees develop:

  • Reading comprehension
  • Written communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Information evaluation
  • Workplace communication skills

These capabilities help employees work more effectively with both people and AI systems while supporting long-term workforce success.


 

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Prepare your workforce for an AI-enabled future

AI can help employees work with information in new ways, but effective English communication remains essential.

Organizations that invest in communication capability help employees work more effectively with emerging technologies, make informed decisions and adapt to the changing future of work.

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