Evaluation of an Automatic Speech Recognition Platform for Dysarthric Speech

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Irene Calvo ◽  
Peppino Tropea ◽  
Mauro Viganò ◽  
Maria Scialla ◽  
Agnieszka B. Cavalcante ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Speech Recognition ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Automatic Speech Recognition ◽  
Recognition Accuracy ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Clinical Environment ◽  
Dysarthric Speech ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Accuracy Rates

<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> The use of commercially available automatic speech recognition (ASR) software is challenged when dysarthria accompanies a physical disability. To overcome this issue, a mobile and personal speech assistant (mPASS) platform was developed, using a speaker-dependent ASR software. <b><i>Objective:</i></b> The aim of this study was to evaluate the performance of the proposed platform and to compare mPASS recognition accuracy to a commercial speaker-independent ASR software. In addition, secondary aims were to investigate the relationship between severity of dysarthria and accuracy and to explore people with dysarthria perceptions on the proposed platform. <b><i>Methods:</i></b> Fifteen individuals with dysarthric speech and 20 individuals with nondysarthric speech recorded 24 words and 5 sentences in a clinical environment. Differences in recognition accuracy between the two systems were evaluated. In addition, mPASS usability was assessed with a technology acceptance model (TAM) questionnaire. <b><i>Results:</i></b> In both groups, mean accuracy rates were significantly higher with mPASS compared to the commercial ASR for words and for sentences. mPASS reached good levels of usefulness and ease of use according to the TAM questionnaire. <b><i>Conclusions:</i></b> Practical applicability of this technology is realistic: the mPASS platform is accurate, and it could be easily used by individuals with dysarthria.

scholarly journals Speaking to write: examining language learners’ acceptance of automatic speech recognition as a writing tool

2021 ◽  
pp. 167-171
Author(s):  
Carol Johnson ◽  
Walcir Cardoso
Keyword(s):  
Speech Recognition ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Automatic Speech Recognition ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Learning Potential ◽  
Google Docs ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
User Friendly

This mixed-methods one-shot study examines L2 writers’ perceptions of using Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR) to write using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), based on three criteria: usefulness, ease of use, and intention to use. After receiving training on Google voice typing in Google Docs, 17 English as a Second Language (ESL) students carried out two ASR-based writing tasks over a two-hour period. After the treatment, participants filled in a TAM-informed survey and participated in semi-structured interviews to measure their perceptions based on the target criteria. Findings indicate positive perceptions of ASR as a writing tool in terms of usefulness (language learning potential) and ease of use (e.g. user-friendly voice commands). We believe that these positive perceptions might lead to an intention to continue to use ASR, suggesting that the technology has L2 pedagogical potential.

PATH ANALYSIS BETWEEN CONSTRUCTS OF TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTANCE MODEL (TAM) (A CASE STUDY ON RECEIPT OF VIRTUAL ARMS SOLUTION FTS D - 423 IN INDONESIAN EASTERN FLEET TRAINING COMMAND)

JOURNAL ASRO ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 101
Author(s):  
Ikhwan Syahtaria ◽  
Ahmadi Ahmadi ◽  
Bambang Suharjo ◽  
Pius Herdasa Krisna Murti
Keyword(s):  
Path Analysis ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Technology Acceptance Model ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

Indonesian Eastern Fleet Training Command currently has the facilities to train professional soldiers in the shooting.A simulator facility in the form of computer-based clinic shooting is called Virtual Arms Solution FTS D-423 (VAS).Need to analyse the relationship between perceived ease of use and usefulness of VAS in order to determine thelevel of acceptance. Both these factors are modelled by the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) which canexplain the factors that influence the actual receipt of the use of technology. After that, the relationship between thetwo factors that have been modelled with the Technology Acceptance Model to be treated using Path Analysis(Path Analysis). Where the path analysis was used to analyse the causal relationships between variables in order todetermine the effect of the direct and indirect causes of the variable to a variable result. Based on the analysis anddiscussion, it is obtained as follows that the ease and usefulness of a positive effect on Attitude using VAS positiveeffect on Behavioural Intention using VAS. Behavioural intentions affect the Actual Usage.Keywords: Virtual Arms Solution, Technology Acceptance Model, Path Analysis.

Adoption of Financial Technology in Islamic Crowd-Funding

2020 ◽  
pp. 12-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maizaitulaidawati Md Husin ◽  
Razali Haron ◽  
Shahab Aziz
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Central Hypothesis ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this chapter is to examine the factors that influence small and medium-sized enterprises' (SMEs) intentions to use the investment account platform (IAP) based on technology acceptance model (TAM). The central hypothesis for this chapter was that SMEs' intentions to use IAP were a result of perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. This chapter also suggested that perceived ease of use and intention was mediated by perceived usefulness of the IAP. Using primary data collection method, 163 questionnaires were collected from SMEs in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia using the purposive sampling technique. The data were analysed using SPSS and SmartPLS. The chapter found that perceived ease of use had significant influences on SMEs intention to use the IAP while perceived ease of use significantly affected perceived usefulness and the relationship between perceived ease of use and intention was mediated by perceived usefulness of the IAP. The results of this chapter suggested strategies to promote the platform as a fund seeking platform for SMEs.

scholarly journals Effect Of Theoretical And Institutional Factors On The Adoption Of E-Learning

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (16) ◽  
pp. 462 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mateko Okantey ◽  
Hillar Addo
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Institutional Factors ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

This paper examined the effect of theoretical and institutional factors that influenced the adoption of e-learning in Universities in Ghana. The study sought to improve understanding of the motivational factors behind the adoption of e-learning systems. This study extended the original Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) to include institutional factors. A sample of 600 lecturers was drawn from both private and public universities in Ghana. Correlation analysis was used to determine the relationship between e-learning and the theoretical factors as well as the relationship between e-learning adoption and institutional factors. Linear regression analysis was used to determine whether the theoretical factors predict e-learning adoption. The study revealed that e-learning was positively correlated to all the theoretical factors discussed. It was observed that significant relationship existed between Perceived Usefulness (PU) and e-learning, while the weakest relationship existed between e-learning and Perceived Ease of Use (PEOU). The research concluded that a lecturer’s adoption of e-learning depended on PEOU as well as PU. However, a lecturer’s adoption of e-learning was more dependent on a lecturer’s PU, that is, the degree to which the lecturer believed that using a particular system would enhance his or her job performance.

Perceived Usefulness and Ease of Use of Mobile Government Services

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-16
Author(s):  
Isaac Kofi Mensah
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Technology Acceptance Model ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Intention To Use ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Government Service ◽  
Government Services ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

This study examined the moderating effect of electronic word of mouth (eWOM) communications on the relationship between the perceived usefulness (PU) and perceived ease of use (PEOU) of mobile government services and the intention to use mobile government services. The Technology Acceptance Model was used as the theoretical framework and the data analysis was done with SPSS. The results have shown that there was a significant moderating impact of eWOM on both the relationship between PU and PEOU and the intention to use mobile government services. In addition, perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use of mobile government service were significant in determining the intention to use mobile government services. Also, PEOU was found to be a determinant of the PU of mobile government services. The implications of these findings are discussed.

scholarly journals Analyzing Drivers’ Intention to Accept Parking App by Structural Equation Model

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chang Yang ◽  
Xiaofei Ye ◽  
Jin Xie ◽  
Xingchen Yan ◽  
Lili Lu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Structural Equation Model ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Mobile Apps ◽  
Equation Model ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

With the concept of sharing economic entering into our lives, many parking Apps are designed for connecting the drivers and vacated parking spaces. However, there are not many drivers who use the mobile Apps to reserve and find available parking spaces, which is largely due to the insufficient information provided by the parking App. In order to better explain, predict, and improve drivers’ acceptance of parking App, the conceptual framework based on technology acceptance model was developed to establish the relationships between the drivers’ intention to accept parking App, trust in parking App, perceived usefulness of parking App, and perceived ease of its use. Then structural equation model was established to analyze the relationship between various variables. The results show that the trust in parking App, perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and parking App attributes are the main factors that determine the intention to use parking App. Through the test of direct effect, indirect effect, and total effect in the model, it is found that perceived usefulness has the largest total impact on acceptance intention, with a standardized coefficient of 0.984, followed by parking App attribute (0.743), perceived ease of use (0.384), and trust in parking App (0.381).

Adoption of Financial Technology in Islamic Crowd-Funding

2021 ◽  
pp. 216-238
Author(s):  
Maizaitulaidawati Md Husin ◽  
Razali Haron ◽  
Shahab Aziz
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Central Hypothesis ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this chapter is to examine the factors that influence small and medium-sized enterprises' (SMEs) intentions to use the investment account platform (IAP) based on technology acceptance model (TAM). The central hypothesis for this chapter was that SMEs' intentions to use IAP were a result of perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. This chapter also suggested that perceived ease of use and intention was mediated by perceived usefulness of the IAP. Using primary data collection method, 163 questionnaires were collected from SMEs in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia using the purposive sampling technique. The data were analysed using SPSS and SmartPLS. The chapter found that perceived ease of use had significant influences on SMEs intention to use the IAP while perceived ease of use significantly affected perceived usefulness and the relationship between perceived ease of use and intention was mediated by perceived usefulness of the IAP. The results of this chapter suggested strategies to promote the platform as a fund seeking platform for SMEs.

An expansion of the technology acceptance model applied to the halal tourism sector

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Izra Berakon ◽  
Muhammad Ghafur Wibowo ◽  
Achmad Nurdany ◽  
Hendy Mustiko Aji
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Technology Acceptance Model ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Young Generation ◽  
Perceived Ease Of Use ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose The increasing number of tourists in the Muslim world every year has encouraged digital business developers and the Sharia banking industry to integrate halal product and service apps with the Sharia mobile banking system. The fourth wave of the industrial revolution has changed the consumer paradigm, creating a young generation that uses digital service transaction systems in their daily lives. This paper aims to investigate the factors that determine intention to use halal tourism apps amongst Muslim tourists to provide insights promoting the development of halal tourism in Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach The research was conducted using an online survey approach. The sample comprised 205 Muslim Millennial and Generation Z travellers. The data collected were analysed using partial least square structural equation modelling. There were three analysis stages: evaluation of the measurement model, assessment of the structural model and hypothesis testing. Findings The findings indicated that trust mediated the relationship between perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness on individual intentions and that halal knowledge positively and significantly impacted individual intentions. In contrast, religiosity was not a significant influence on individual intentions. Originality/value The paper expanded the technology acceptance model by incorporating the key constructs of halal knowledge, religiosity and trust into an integrated research framework; this represented a novel step, especially in the context of halal tourism. The finding that trust mediated the relationship between perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness fills a gap in previous research, which has rarely included the trust construct in technology acceptance models.

scholarly journals Implementation of TAM (Technology Acceptance Model) in Project Based Organizations

2018 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 58-64
Author(s):  
Amina Yousaf ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Practical Implication ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Technology Usage ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Government Sector ◽  
Acceptance Model ◽  
The Relationship

This study examines the relationship between perceived usefulness of technology and ease of use with technology usage. Data were collected by 100 respondents of government sector of Pakistan. The results show the positive relation between perceived usefulness of technology and ease of use with technology usage with the mediating role of intention to use technology. This study also has theoretical and practical implication in the context of Pakistani organization having projects, as discussed later in the study

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