Use of Speech Technology in Learning to Speak a Foreign Language
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Speech-enabled systems for computer-assisted language learning (CALL) offer a number of advantages for language learners. These systems make it possible to address individual problems of the learners, allow practising at self-paced speed, and the opportunity to practise is not limited to the time the teacher is available. They offer a possibility to store student profiles in log-files, and both the students and the teachers can monitor the improvements and the problems. CALL systems can also help students who find it difficult to practise speaking in public to improve their language skills. In this paper we discuss the use of speech technology in CALL applications designed to improve spoken language skills of L2 learners.
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