Music is often described in terms of the structure of repeated phrases. For example, many songs have the form AABA, where each letter represents an instance of a phrase. This research aims to construct descriptions or explanations of music in this form, using only audio recordings as input. A system of programs is described that transcribes the melody of a recording, identifies similar segments...

Listening comprehension is difficult for foreign language learners, but, in recent years, an increasing number of studies assert that enhancing learners’ awareness listening metacognition and self-efficacy can help address this issue. Accordingly, research sought to 1) investigate the level metacognitive performing 2) examine association between EFL students’ performance, self-efficacy, awarene...

The use of computer-based, psychomotor testing systems for personnel selection and classification has gained popularity in the civilian and military worlds in recent years. However, several issues need to be resolved before adopting a computerized, psychomotor test. The purpose of this study was to compare the impact of alternative input devices used for the Test Of Basic Aviation Skills (TBAS)...

listening comprehension means the process of understanding speech in a second or foreign language. it is the perception of information and stimuli received through the ears. iranian efl learners have serious difficulties in english listening comprehension because iranian universities pay more attention to grammar and reading. the researchers used a set of authentic materials to improve iranian ...

In this study, we examine the Spanish proficiency progress of elementary Spanish-English bilinguals in three types language program models: a dual bilingual education (DLBE) model with 90/10 allocation, DLBE 50/50 and an English as Second Language (ESL) over academic year. domain speaking, individual student characteristics were most predictive progress. For listening reading, time had greatest...