Search for dissertations about: "computer-assisted language learning"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 swedish dissertations containing the words computer-assisted language learning.

  2. 1. The Virtual Language Teacher : Models and applications for language learning using embodied conversational agents

    Author : Preben Wik; Björn Granström; Olov Engwall; Valerie Hazan; KTH; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Language learning; embodied conversational agents; speech technology; computer assisted language learning; computer assisted pronunciation training; Information technology; Informationsteknik; SRA - ICT; SRA - Informations- och kommunikationsteknik;

    Abstract : This thesis presents a framework for computer assisted language learning using a virtual language teacher. It is an attempt at creating, not only a new type of language learning software, but also a server-based application that collects large amounts of speech material for future research purposes. READ MORE

  4. 2. Developing and Evaluating Language Tools for Writers and Learners of Swedish

    Author : Ola Knutsson; Kerstin Severinson Eklundh; Viggo Kann; Teresa Cerratto Pargman; Lars Ahrenberg; KTH; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; interactive learning systems; error; feedback; human-computer interaction; grammar checking; grammaticality judgments; parsing; second language learning; Swedish; evaluation; user studies; language technology; computer assisted language learning; writing; language tools; interaktiva lärsystem; fel; återkoppling; grammatikkontroll; språkverktyg; människa-datorinteraktion; skrivande; andraspråksinlärning; grammatikalitetsbedömning; parsning; Language technology; Språkteknologi;

    Abstract : Skrivande och skrivet språk är idag en viktig del av många människors liv, i datorns ordbehandlare, i e-postprogram och i chattkanaler på Internet. Skrivet språk har blivit mer eller mindre en förutsättning för människors dagliga kommunikation. Denna utveckling av samhället leder till ökade behov av att på olika sätt hantera text. READ MORE

  5. 3. Computer-Assisted Language Learning with Grammars. A Case Study on Latin Learning

    Author : Herbert Lange; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : HUMANIORA; HUMANITIES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Compuer-Assisted Language Learning; Controlled Natural Language; Latin;

    Abstract : Learning new languages has a high relevance in today’s society with a globalized economy and the freedom to move abroad for work, study or other reasons. In this context new methods to teach and learn languages with the help of modern technology are becoming more relevant besides traditional language classes. READ MORE

  6. 4. Learning Language (with) Grammars: From Teaching Latin to Learning Domain-Specific Grammars

    Author : Herbert Lange; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; Latin; Latin syntax; Latin morphology; Grammar engineering; Grammar testing; Corpus-based evaluation; Computer-assisted language learning; Grammar learning; Constraint satisfaction; Constraint optimization;

    Abstract : This thesis describes work in three areas: grammar engineering, computer-assisted language learning and grammar learning. These three parts are connected by the concept of a grammar-based language learning application. Two types of grammars are of concern. The first we call resource grammars, extensive descriptions a natural languages. READ MORE

  7. 5. Cognitive and neural mechanisms of inflectional morphology processing : Studies of native speakers and second language learners of Swedish

    Author : Andrea Schremm; Allmän språkvetenskap; []
    Keywords : HUMANIORA; HUMANITIES; morphology; inflection; linguistic tone; ERP; cortical thickness; oscillatory phase synchrony; left anterior negativity; second language acquisition; response times; implicit learning; computer assisted learning;

    Abstract : The present dissertation investigates inflectional morphology processing in native speakers and second language (L2) learners of Swedish. Results of Study 1 suggest that two separate neural mechanisms might be available for native comprehension of inflected words, as reflected in event-related brain potentials obtained for visually presented verb forms. READ MORE