Information Processing Models and Computer Aids for Human Performance. Second Language Learning

Abstract

The task is to carry out the final development of a computer-based system for automated instruction of the new speech sounds of second languages, and to field-test this system for two language pairs: English speakers learning Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish speakers learning English. This report describes the first evaluation experiment of the Mark II model of the Automated Pronunciation Instructor (API) system. Two matched groups of students of Elementary Mandarin Chinese were studied. One group was tested and trained with the API system; the other was simply tested within the same time frame. Significant treatment effects were observed.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 31, 1973
Accession Number
AD0777175

Entities

People

  • Ann M. Rollins
  • Daniel N. Kalikow

Organizations

  • BBN Technologies

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Chinese Language
  • Computers
  • Field Tests
  • Information Processing
  • Instructions
  • Instructors
  • Language
  • Learning
  • Materials
  • Motor Skills
  • Production
  • Scientific Research
  • Students
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Training
  • Word Lists

Readers

  • Computational Linguistics
  • Instructional Design and Training Evaluation.
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.