Computer-Based Speech Reception Training System

描述（由申请人提供）：将开发一个围绕小型便携式计算机（笔记本电脑或笔记本电脑）配置的语音接收训练系统。该系统可以用于没有视觉提示的听觉训练，也可以用于有或没有听觉提示的语音阅读训练。一种新颖的、互动式的语音接收训练方法将被实施，其设计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方提供大量的练习。第一阶段将重点关注听力损失的成年人，他们希望通过便携式或家用系统提高他们的语言接收技能。将为这些人编写培训材料，然后进行试点研究。

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.