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The tool for an interactive teaching and learning environment
Introducing Introducing SPEECHMATE SPEECHMATE
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SPEECHMATE main window
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SPEECHMATE Features and functions
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SPEECHMATE is a 4-in-1 (Audio + Video + Text + Exam) multimedia language laboratory software system It’s designed to replace traditional sound recording systems in language labs. While playing the role of the traditional cassette player, SPEECHMATE offers additional functions for modern language instruction and self-directed language learning.
SPEECHMATE An Overview
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Teaching Modes / Self Learning Mode The Instructor has full control over the student SPEECHMATE modules in Teaching Mode Students cannot exit SPEECHMATE when the instructor’s SPEECHMATE is opened in Teaching Mode During Teaching Mode, the instructor can remotely control all function buttons of the Student SPEECHMATE modules When in “Teaching Mode”, a student can switch to Self Learning mode only with the instructor’s permission
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o Self-directed language learning during or after lessons o Editing of multimedia coursework o Audio Recording / Video Capturing 6
Students can use SPEECHMATE in Self Learning mode for self-study after a lesson by switching to “Self Learning Mode�
In Self Learning Mode
o Teaching with prepared coursework or other material sources
o Real time language instruction o Creation of multimedia coursework during or before a lesson
In Teaching Mode
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Default SPEECHMATE Language Project is: dlp]
Capture for real-time capturing of audio and/or video. Open for opening prepared media files. (allowed formats: wav, mp3, wma, dlp, mpg, mpeg, dat, avi, wmv.) Save for saving files. (Audio files: wav, mp3, wma; Video file: avi, wmv)
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Bookmarks to mark points in the media file for easy return access. Bookmark Editor create or clear the bookmarks on the master track Waveform Zoom to zoom in and out master track Speed Control use + - to playback the media file in fast /slow mode. O is the normal playback speed
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The progress of the tracks is indicated by the slider below the track window 10
A vertical slider for adjusting the volume
Track Display -used for real-time recording of media sources -displays the prepared courseware material for language practice -for recording the student’s voice input.
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Exam window
Operation Status Display
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Text Chat and Exam windows can be viewed or hidden with the gold arrow buttons
-the name of the open file, -bookmark information, -the recording status, -information on the running student function, -a timer for the file.
displays
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Caption Editor
Quiz display & answer panel
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With this function, you can create subtitles or text messages that synchronize with audio and/or video course content
Zoom in and Zoom out buttons to control the size of the waveform on the master track.
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Student Quiz Display and Answer Panel
A-wait B- vote C- work
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Exam result
Exam editor
Start Quiz
EXAM To create multiple-choice questions with image and video for evaluating students’ progress.
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The Start Exam button
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The master track starts to play The exam panel shows the question corresponding to the time (pre-set in a bookmark) Sudents can answer questions one by one or after playing the complete file
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When activated, a set of functions start:
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The Exam Editor
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Creates questions and answers
Score
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Timing
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The Exam Result
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Click the Quiz Result button to analyze students’ answers
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Exit SPEECHMATE
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Full screen video display for student
Ask for help
Full screen video display for teacher
Change settings
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Adding bookmark
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To playback and broadcast a file without stopping at the bookmarks, click Auto-Next.
Auto-Next
Highlight the bookmark to change and drag it to another location in the Master Track.
Editing bookmark
Deleting bookmark Highlight the selected bookmark on the Master Track you want to remove. Click Delete bookmark button
While playing the Master Track, click Add Bookmark when you hear the place you want to mark. You can click anywhere in the Master Track window that you want to mark before clicking Add Bookmark button.
The bookmark function is used to mark selected points in the Master Track. When you click the bookmark button, the file starts playing from that point onward.
USING BOOKMARKS
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Digitize audio and video materials through a microphone, auxiliary audio input or through a video capture device Teach in real-time while simultaneously capturing audiovisual materials Teach with prepared materials Add captions or subtitles in any language to program material Create “exams” for evaluating student progress Create unlimited bookmarks in media projects to allow easy access to important passages Save developed projects as a single file for easy retrieval and loading Intercom with students to hear their progress and help with difficulties Broadcast voice to the entire class to give instructions Broadcast video in full screen or window mode
TEACHING
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Watch and listen to digital media programs Record your voice digitally while simultaneously viewing audiovisual media Playback your voice with the original media program for simultaneous or sequential comparison. View synchronized subtitles as a comprehension aid Complete “exams” to gauge your progress. Use bookmarks to jump to any point in the media program Loop program sections for listening and pronunciation drills Recap selected program sections by sentence Intercom or text chat with the instructor for program or language help Control the speed of the media program for enhanced comprehension and practice View the media program’s audio waveform for added pronunciation help. Zoom in and out as needed Learn independently or with the entire class.
LEARNING
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