Month/Year of Graduation
5-2025
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Department
Computer Science
First Advisor
Dr. Harvey Siy
Abstract
This project aims to improve English pronunciation by investigating speech errors and developing a tool to provide precise feedback. The study focuses on creating a new pronunciation tool that offers localized feedback, identifies specific errors, and suggests corrective measures. By addressing the shortcomings of current methods, this research seeks to enhance pronunciation refinement.
Utilizing cutting-edge technology, the tool leverages speech-to-phoneme AI models and modified lazy string matching algorithms to compare the user's spoken input with the intended pronunciation. This allows for a detailed analysis of discrepancies, providing users actionable insights into their phonetic errors. The speech-to-phoneme AI models mark a significant advancement, facilitating a personalized learning experience that automates some traditional methods used by speech-language pathologists. Through AI integration with a modified Levenshtein algorithm, the tool delivers feedback helping users identify improvement areas with high accuracy.
Recommended Citation
Heywood, Matthew, "Phoneme Recognition for Pronunciation Improvement" (2025). Theses/Capstones/Creative Projects. 279.
https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/university_honors_program/279
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