Resolving and Generating Zero Anaphora in Japanese: A Language Learning Aid Perspective
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This paper presents our preliminary work in developing a Natural Language Processing (NLP)-enhanced Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) program for Japanese learners that supports reading comprehension and writing revision process with focus on zero anaphora. We first discuss the pedagogical status of zero anaphora in a Japanese as a Second Language (JSL) learning environment, and argue the potential benefit of a zero anaphora understanding aid. We then propose the anaphora resolution/generation algorithms within the centering framework. We finally test the feasibility of centering and its algorithms on some empirical data from a language classroom. As a result of our data analysis, centering theory has proven to function as a pedagogically plausible language learning aid model in the tasks of resolving and generating zero anaphora.
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