Using Open-Source Software for Sign Language Learning and Assessment

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https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v14i19.11123

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Web-based sign language learning, self-assessment, open-source software, vocabulary learning, Swiss German Sign Language

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This study reports on the use of an open-source software for sign language learning and (self-)assessment. A Yes/No vocabulary size test for Swiss German Sign Language (Deutschschweizerische Gebärdensprache, DSGS) was developed, targeting beginning adult learners. The Web-based test, which can be used for self-assessment or placement purposes, was administered to 20 DSGS adult learners of ages 24 to 55 (M = 39.3). The learners filled out a background questionnaire, took the Yes/No test tests, and filled out a feedback questionnaire. The comments provided by the learners about the suitability of the Web-based DSGS vocabulary self-assessment instrument provided concrete feedback towards improvement of the system.

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2019-10-07

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Haug, T., & Ebling, S. (2019). Using Open-Source Software for Sign Language Learning and Assessment. International Journal of Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET), 14(19), pp. 188–196. https://doi.org/10.3991/ijet.v14i19.11123

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Short Papers