Abstract
We present a prototype of a novel technology for second language instruction. Our learn-by-reading approach lets a human learner acquire new words and constructions by encountering them in context. To facilitate reading comprehension, our technology presents mixed native language (L1) and second language (L2) sentences to a learner and allows them to interact with the sentences to make the sentences easier (more L1-like) or harder (more L2-like) to read. Eventually, our system should continuously track a learner’s knowledge and learning style by modeling their interactions, including performance on a pop quiz feature. This will allow our system to generate personalized mixed-language texts for learners.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 54th Annual Meeting of the Association for Computational Linguistics—System Demonstrations |
Place of Publication | Berlin, Germany |
Publisher | Association for Computational Linguistics |
Pages | 133-138 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-1-945626-02-9 |
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Publication status | Published - 12 Aug 2016 |
Event | 54th Annual Meeting of the Association for Computational Linguistics—System Demonstrations - Berlin, Germany Duration: 7 Aug 2016 → 12 Aug 2016 http://acl2016.org |
Conference
Conference | 54th Annual Meeting of the Association for Computational Linguistics—System Demonstrations |
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Country/Territory | Germany |
City | Berlin |
Period | 7/08/16 → 12/08/16 |
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