Multilingual Multimedia
Multilingual Multimedia (Book)
Bridging the Language Barrier with Intelligent Systems
In post-1992 Europe the knowledge of at least one other language is becoming a necessity. This book provides a fascinating look at some of the more innovative and promising systems now being developed for language learning and instruction. The systems described are mostly graphic-based, iconic, interactive tools which allow a variety of users of different linguistic backgrounds to work at their own speed and on their own initiative.
Edition
Preface vii
Acknowledgments X
How to claim your free software X
1 A multilingual multimedia restaurant 1
scenario
D. Pollard and M. Yazdani
2 Multilingual aspects of a multimedia 14
database of learning materials
M. Yazdani and D. Pollard
3 A computer-based iconic language 30
S. Mealing and M. Yazdani
4 Talking pictures 40
S. Mealing
5 Generalising language tutoring systems 59
M. Yazdani and J. Uren
6 Dual purpose learning environments 73
R. W. Lawler
7 eL: using AI in CALL 85
P. O'Brien
8 Grammar checking programs for learners
of english as a foreign language 140
P.Bolt
9 An artificial intelligence approach to
second language teaching 198
M. Yazdani