Share Paper: The Berlin Kompass Language Learning Environment

1. Pekka Kallioniemi, University of Tampere, Finland
2. Laura Pihkala-Posti, University of Tampere, Finland
3. Jaakko Hakulinen, University of Tampere, Finland
4. Mikael Uusi-Mäkelä, University of Tampere, Finland
5. Markku Turunen, University of Tampere, Finland
6. Pentti Hietala, University of Tampere, Finland
7. Jussi Okkonen, University of Tampere, Finland
8. Sanna Kangas, University of Tampere, Finland
9. Roope Raisamo, University of Tampere, Finland

Abstract: We present a collaborative language learning environment called Berlin Kompass, where two remotely located users communicate by speaking foreign language in the context of wayfinding tasks, one providing guidance to the other. The application is based on embodied interaction, while the physical setup of consists of two separate locations sharing an audio connection for two-way spoken communication. The route in the virtual environment consists of 360 degree panorama pictures. These panoramas have multiple exits the correct one must be taken to progress onward on the route. With this system look into new collaborative methods of foreign language learning using embodied ...