Signmaku: Enhancing Video Accessibility for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing

Kernekoncepter

Introducing "Signmaku" to enhance inclusivity in video-based learning for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing through ASL comments.

Resumé

The content introduces "Signmaku," a new commenting mechanism using ASL to improve inclusivity in video-based learning for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. It includes a need-finding study and an experiment evaluating different design styles. The study explores the impact of cartoon-like, realistic, and robotic signmaku on engagement, privacy concerns, and cognitive load. Findings suggest that cartoon-like signmaku encourages ASL comments with fewer privacy concerns, while robotic representations face challenges in accuracy and cognitive load.

Statistik

"N=12" participants in the need-finding study.
Three design styles evaluated: real human faces, cartoon-like figures, and robotic representations.
Cartoon-like signmaku entertained and encouraged ASL comments with fewer privacy concerns.
Robotic representations faced challenges in accuracy and cognitive load.

Citater

"The signmaku provided participants more visual information via ASL when feeling ‘struggled...like science, with big words,’ which in turn increased their motivation." - Participant T15
"I can see the video and peers’ comments simultaneously, but I am not that skilled. It is challenging and distracting... Need practicing." - Participant T16

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Towards Inclusive Video Commenting

by Si C... kl. arxiv.org 03-27-2024

https://arxiv.org/pdf/2403.17807.pdf

Dybere Forespørgsler

How can technology further enhance the inclusivity of video-based learning for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing?

Technology can further enhance the inclusivity of video-based learning for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing (DHH) by incorporating features that cater to their specific needs. Some ways technology can achieve this include:

Improved Captioning: Utilizing advanced speech recognition technology to provide accurate and real-time captions for videos, ensuring that DHH individuals have access to the spoken content.

Sign Language Recognition: Developing AI systems that can recognize and interpret sign language, allowing DHH individuals to communicate in their preferred language during video interactions.

Interactive Sign Language Avatars: Creating interactive avatars that can translate spoken language into sign language in real-time, providing DHH learners with a visual representation of the content being discussed.

Collaborative Learning Platforms: Building online platforms that facilitate collaborative learning among DHH students, allowing them to engage with peers, share resources, and participate in group activities.

Accessible Video Commenting Tools: Developing inclusive video commenting tools like Signmaku that enable DHH individuals to share their thoughts and engage in discussions using sign language.

By leveraging technology in these ways, video-based learning can become more accessible and inclusive for DHH individuals, ensuring they have equal opportunities to engage with educational content.

How can the potential implications of signmaku on social interactions within educational settings?

Signmaku has the potential to have several positive implications on social interactions within educational settings for DHH learners:

Enhanced Social Connectedness: Signmaku provides a platform for DHH individuals to engage with their peers in sign language, fostering a sense of community and connectedness among learners.

Increased Participation: By offering a medium for DHH students to share their thoughts and opinions in sign language, Signmaku encourages active participation and engagement in classroom discussions.

Promotion of Inclusive Learning: Signmaku creates an inclusive environment where DHH learners can express themselves in their preferred language, promoting diversity and understanding among students.

Improved Communication: Signmaku facilitates clearer communication by allowing DHH individuals to convey their ideas and emotions through sign language, leading to more effective interactions with peers and instructors.

Support for Peer Learning: Signmaku encourages collaborative learning experiences by enabling DHH students to exchange ideas, provide feedback, and support each other's learning journey through sign language comments.

Overall, Signmaku has the potential to enrich social interactions within educational settings by promoting inclusivity, enhancing communication, and fostering a supportive learning environment for DHH learners.

How can the design of signmaku be improved to address the challenges faced by DHH learners more effectively?

To improve the design of Signmaku and address the challenges faced by DHH learners more effectively, the following enhancements can be considered:

Enhanced Privacy Controls: Implement more robust privacy controls that allow users to customize the visibility of their signmaku comments, ensuring DHH individuals feel comfortable sharing their thoughts without concerns about privacy.

Real-time Translation: Integrate real-time translation features that can translate sign language comments into written text or spoken language, enabling seamless communication between DHH individuals and non-signing users.

Customizable Filters: Provide users with the option to customize filters based on their preferences, allowing them to adjust the appearance of their signmaku comments to suit their individual needs and comfort levels.

Interactive Features: Incorporate interactive elements into Signmaku, such as clickable links, emojis, or multimedia content, to make the commenting experience more engaging and dynamic for DHH learners.

User-Friendly Interface: Design a user-friendly interface that is intuitive and accessible, ensuring that DHH individuals can easily navigate the platform, create signmaku comments, and interact with their peers without any barriers.

By implementing these design improvements, Signmaku can better cater to the unique needs of DHH learners, enhance their user experience, and promote a more inclusive and supportive learning environment.