Essays about: "Arabic"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 140 essays containing the word Arabic.

1. 11. Equally non-native? : Investigating the attitudes of Swedish students towards Swedish and Arabic L2 English speakers

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Engelska institutionen

   Author : Alva Liljegren; [2023]
   Keywords : Language attitudes; Verbal guise; ELF; ELT; World Englishes; Sweden.;

   Abstract : The increasing use of English as a lingua franca has led to the emergence of many nonnative varieties, but research indicates that despite the efforts of disciplines such as World Englishes and ELF to elevate the status of these varieties, speakers of native varieties are still valued higher by listeners all over the world. However, few studies have attempted to compare non-native varieties to each other without the presence of a contrasting native variety. READ MORE

3. 12. Mispronunciation Detection with SpeechBlender Data Augmentation Pipeline

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Yassine Elkheir; [2023]
   Keywords : Computer-assisted pronunciation training CAPT ; Automatic Speech Recognition ASR ; Mispronunciation Detection MD and Data Augmentation; Datorstödd uttalsträning CAPT ; automatisk taligenkänning ASR ; upptäckt av felaktigt uttal MD och dataförstärkning;

   Abstract : The rise of multilingualism has fueled the demand for computer-assisted pronunciation training (CAPT) systems for language learning, CAPT systems make use of speech technology advancements and offer features such as learner assessment and curriculum management. Mispronunciation detection (MD) is a crucial aspect of CAPT, aimed at identifying and correcting mispronunciations in second language learners’ speech. READ MORE

4. 13. Comparison between the SiP-test (Situated Phoneme test) and conventional Swedish SIN (TiB)-test (Speech in Noise Test). : An experimental comparison of two methods for speech perception in people with Arabic as mother tongue.

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för hälsovetenskaper

   Author : Elpida Saridou; [2023]
   Keywords : Speech perception; speech recognition test; speech in noise test; speech test; Swedish speech perception test; situated phoneme test; non-native; bilingualism;

   Abstract : Background: The difficulties for people to understand and perceive speech in second languages in the presence of background noise is well documented in the literature. Similar difficulties have been reported in bilinguals. READ MORE

5. 14. Postmigration and Cultural Fusion:Exploring the social networks of Arabic-speaking writers in Sweden

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

   Author : Mohammed Almahfali; [2023]
   Keywords : Creativity; Arabic literature; Arabic culture; Cultural integration; Cultural capital; Arabic-Swedish translation; Authors’ social networks;

   Abstract : The Arabic cultural scene in Sweden is characterized by its richness and diversity, encompassing various forms of cultural expressions such as books, artistic events, films, and online platforms. These productions reflect a synthesis of values derived from both the host society and the longstanding Arabic cultural heritage. READ MORE

6. 15. The Role of Language and Race Representation in Healthcare Communication and Its Effect on Message Perception : A Case Study on the Perception of English Versus Arabic Healthcare Communication in Cairo, Egypt

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för konst, kultur och kommunikation (K3)

   Author : Ramy Nasralla; [2023]
   Keywords : Communication; social identity; post colonialism; language; race;

   Abstract : Abstract  Background: Healthcare communication by nonprofit organizations, such as the WHO, is facing challenges in today’s interconnected world. Healthcare communication has profound impact on human lives, such as on well-being. READ MORE