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Areum Lee – English Teaching, 2025
The semi-direct speaking test format has limitations, particularly due to its lack of situational authenticity and contextualized input. To address this issue, virtual reality (VR) can be integrated into speaking proficiency tests to enhance authenticity. In this study, a newly designed VR speaking test was administered, and test-takers'…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Speech Tests, Language Tests, Language Proficiency
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Kuo-Wei Kyle Lai; Hao-Jan Howard Chen – Interactive Learning Environments, 2024
Automatic speech recognition (ASR) technology affords language learners the ability to evaluate their pronunciation accuracy by comparing their intended spoken output with the transcribed text produced by ASR-based dictation applications. However, earlier dictation tools were criticized for producing low level recognition rates for non-native…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Assisted Instruction, Technology Uses in Education, Assistive Technology
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Adam J. Hogan; Todd A. Gibson; Vivian Luong – International Journal of Bilingual Education and Bilingualism, 2024
Without data on speech accuracy of Vietnamese-English speakers, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are unable to assess accurately this population for speech sound disorders. This study explored the heretofore uninvestigated speech accuracy and use of Vietnamese-English bilingual individuals residing in the USA. Participants included six…
Descriptors: Speech Communication, Family Relationship, English (Second Language), Second Language Learning