An intelligent tutoring system based on speech assessment for spoken English learning in China

Abstract

With the development of mobile Internet, speech technology has matured. In education, automatic speech assessment technology has been gradually applied in language learning. Since intelligent tutoring system is distinguished by its one-on-one individualized teaching effects, this paper has proposed an intelligent tutoring system based on speech assessment for spoken English learning in China. The system provides context of situation for English learning as well as automatic assessment services. The results show that the assessment is of high validity and reliability and the system is greatly helpful for Chinese middle school students to learn spoken English. © 2013 Springer-Verlag.