Computer-Based Speech Reception Training System

描述(申请人提供)：将开发一种围绕小型便携式计算机(膝上型或笔记本计算机)配置的语音接收训练系统。该系统可用于无视觉线索的听觉训练，也可用于有或无听觉线索的语音阅读训练。将实施一种新颖的交互式语音接收培训方法，旨在既具有娱乐性又具有教育性。其他设计考虑因素包括便携性、易用性和便利性，以便在家里或其他方便的地点提供大量实践。第一阶段将侧重于听力受损的成年人，他们希望通过便携式或家居系统来提高他们的语音接收技能。将为这一群体编写培训材料，然后进行试点研究。 第二阶段将扩大该系统，使其包括为聋哑儿童和广泛年龄段的人工耳蜗使用者提供的适应性培训战略和培训材料。

DESCRIPTION (provided by applicant): A system for speech reception training configured around a small portable computer (laptop or notebook computer) will be developed. The system can be used for auditory training without visual cues, as well as for speech reading training with or without auditory cues. A novel, interactive method of speech reception training will be implemented that is designed to be entertaining as well as educational. Other design considerations include portability, ease of use and convenience in order to provide substantial amounts of practice at home or other convenient locations. Phase I will focus on adults with hearing loss who wish to improve their speech reception skills with either a portable or home-based system. Training material will be developed for this population followed by a pilot study. Phase II will extend the system to include adaptive training strategies and training material for deaf children and cochlear implant users over a wide age range.