18450848. ENHANCING VIDEO LANGUAGE LEARNING BY PROVIDING CATERED CONTEXT SENSITIVE EXPRESSIONS simplified abstract (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION)
ENHANCING VIDEO LANGUAGE LEARNING BY PROVIDING CATERED CONTEXT SENSITIVE EXPRESSIONS
Organization Name
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
Inventor(s)
Chih-Yuan Lin of New Taipei City (TW)
Yu-Ning Hsu of Taipei City (TW)
ENHANCING VIDEO LANGUAGE LEARNING BY PROVIDING CATERED CONTEXT SENSITIVE EXPRESSIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18450848 titled 'ENHANCING VIDEO LANGUAGE LEARNING BY PROVIDING CATERED CONTEXT SENSITIVE EXPRESSIONS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a computer processing system that enhances video-based language learning. Here are the key points:
- The system includes a video server that stores videos in different languages for learning purposes.
- A video metadata database is used to store translations of sentences spoken in the videos, character profiles, and mappings between sentences and learner profiles.
- A learner profile database stores information about the learners.
- A semantic analyzer and matching engine analyze the translations of sentences in a video and find alternative sentences that align with the learner's profile.
- A presentation system plays the video and provides the learner with the alternative sentences.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Language learning platforms or apps could use this system to provide personalized language learning experiences.
- Educational institutions could incorporate this system into their language courses to enhance the learning process.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Language learners often struggle to find appropriate learning materials that match their proficiency level and interests. This system solves this problem by providing personalized video content and alternative sentences.
- Learners may get discouraged if they encounter sentences in videos that are too difficult for them. The system addresses this issue by offering alternative sentences that are more suitable for the learner's level.
Benefits of this technology:
- Personalized learning: Learners can receive tailored language learning content based on their profile and preferences.
- Enhanced engagement: By providing alternative sentences, learners can better understand and practice the language, leading to increased engagement and motivation.
- Efficient learning: The system helps learners overcome language barriers by offering alternative sentences, allowing them to progress at their own pace.
Original Abstract Submitted
A computer processing system is provided for enhancing video-based language learning. The system includes a video server for storing videos that use one or more languages to be learned. The system further includes a video metadata database for storing translations of sentences uttered in the videos, character profiles of characters appearing in the videos, and mappings between the sentences and a learner profile. The system also includes a learner profile database for storing learner profiles. The system additionally includes a semantic analyzer and matching engine for finding, for at least a given video and a given learner, alternative sentences for and responsive to the translations of the sentences uttered in the given video that conflict with a respective learner profile for the given learner. The computer processing system further includes a presentation system for playing back the given video and providing the alternative sentences to the given learner.
