Embodied conversational agents in computer assisted language learning

被引:67
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作者
Wik, Preben [1 ]
Hjalmarsson, Anna [1 ]
机构
[1] KTH, Ctr Speech Technol, SE-10044 Stockholm, Sweden
关键词
Second langue learning; Dialogue systems; Embodied conversational agents; Pronunciation training; CALL; CAPT;
D O I
10.1016/j.specom.2009.05.006
中图分类号
O42 [声学];
学科分类号
070206 ; 082403 ;
摘要
This paper describes two systems using embodied conversational agents (ECAs) for language learning. The first system, called Ville, is a virtual language teacher for vocabulary and pronunciation training. The second system, a dialogue system called DEAL, is a role-playing game for practicing conversational skills. Whereas DEAL acts as a conversational partner with the objective of creating and keeping an interesting dialogue, Ville takes the role of a teacher who guides, encourages and gives feedback to the students. (C) 2009 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
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页码:1024 / 1037
页数:14
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