Bridging Gaps for Spoken Dialog System Frameworks in Instructional Settings

Gina-Anne Levow

Abstract: Spoken dialog systems frameworks fill a crucial role in the spoken dialog systems community by providing resources to lower barriers to entry. However, different user groups have different requirements and expectations for such systems. Here, we consider the particular needs for spoken dialog systems toolkits within an instructional setting. We discuss the challenges for existing systems in meeting these needs and propose strategies to overcome them.