In very large vocabulary speech recognition systems using the hypothesis-verification paradigm, the verification stage is usually the most time consuming. State of the art systems combine fixed size hypothesized search spaces with advanced pruning techniques. In this paper we propose a novel strategy to dynamically calculate the hypothesized search space, using neural networks as the estimation...

I estimate a production function of cognitive achievement for children of the ages 7-8 and 14-15 years old in Andhra Pradesh, India. I identify the influence of socioeconomic factors, nutrition, parenting, and school inputs on cognitive development measured by the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test. Using a panel data set, I apply a structural model that avoids biased estimates. I find that househ...

OBJECTIVE To assess the effects of data-driven instruction (DDI) on spoken language outcomes of children with cochlear implants and hearing aids. STUDY DESIGN Retrospective, matched-pairs comparison of post-treatment speech/language data of children who did and did not receive DDI. SETTING Private, spoken-language preschool for children with hearing loss. SUBJECTS Eleven matched pairs of ...

Semantic network approaches view organization or representation of internal lexicon in the form of either spreading or hierarchical system identified, respectively, as Spreading Activation Model (SAM) and Hi- erarchical Network Model (HNM). However, the validity of either model is amongst the intact issues in the literature which can be studied through basing the instruction compatible wi...

Abstract Prior studies suggest that teaching reading strategies promotes comprehension in adolescents who have difficulties with comprehension, yet the results of those are mixed. Individual differences students’ vocabulary knowledge may explain these mixed results. This article examines to what extent influences effect a two-year intervention program focused on low academic achievement Netherl...

In language learning environments, technology is rapidly manipulated to encourage engagement, promote autonomy, and boost motivation. Many instructors have initiated exploit online platforms tools as a more engaging alternative conventional activities. One of the engaging, enjoyable games Kahoot. The purpose this study perceive course content Kahoot in classroom increase exam scores vocabulary,...

Reading has an influential role in language achievement where each student their own preferred way to guide them which is called learning styles. The researcher interested conducting the comparative study because students’ styles i.e., visual, auditory, and kinesthetic have dissimilar attainment reading comprehension. objectives of this research were determine i) significant difference comprehe...