Multi-utilization of Voice Recognition and Synthesis Interface to Aid for Handicapped Children's Learning and Training Processes.

这项研究计划的目的，是利用电脑语音识别及合成装置作为人机界面，改善视觉、语言及听觉，以及肢体伤残儿童的学习及训练技巧。在为期两年的研究计划中，我们开发了四个教育软件：《盲童空间认知模拟CAI》、《盲童实用CAI系统》、"语言和听力障碍者语言学习训练系统"和"肢体残疾者机器人操作学习训练系统"。“第一个软件是以声音合成器运作，着重在模拟环境中训练学生的行动能力和方向感，以避免意外和受伤;第二个软件亦以声音合成器运作，优点是可以迅速确认学生的反应，并可让学生重复学习。”第三个系统旨在整合语言学习和语音训练过程。该软件有助于学生正确发音的目标图像卡的话，因此，给予信贷的努力。第四个系统，基本上相同的第三个，除了一个远程控制的机器人，是有效的通信工具。它允许身体残疾的儿童通过语音命令来操作机器人，语音识别和合成装置是残疾儿童人机接口的重要工具。创建执行各种学习任务的软件对于学习培训方面是必要的。

This research project was aimed at improvement of learning and training skills of visually, speech and hearing, and physically handicapped children, by utilizing a computer voice recognition and synthesis device as a human-interface.During the 2-year research project, four educational softwares were developed: 'Simulation CAI of Spatial Cognition for Blind Children", "Practical CAI System for the Blind", "Language Learning-Training System for the Speech and Hearing Handicapped" and "Learning-Training System with a Robot Operation for the Physically Handicapped."The first software, operating with a voice synthesizer, emphasize the training of mobility and orientation in the simulative settings which could avoid accidents and injuries.The second software, also using a voice synthesizer, gives advantages of prompt confirmation of students' responses and allow repeated studies of students. This software enables teachers to produce quality instructional materials.The third system is intended to integrate language learning and speech training processes. The software facilitates students' pronunciation of targeted image cards' words correctly, consequently gives the credit for that effort.The fourth system, basically same as the third one except a remote controlled robot, is effective as a communication tool. It allows physically handicapped children to operate the robot with voice commands.A voice recognition and synthesis device is an important tool as human- interface for handicapped children. Creating software which performs a variety of learning tasks, is necessary for learning-training aspects.