A Multimedia System for Learning Arabic Sign Language: Tawasoul

Virtual Brief Paper ID: 31140
  1. Abeer Al-Nafjan
    Al-Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University
  2. Yousef Al-Ohali
    King Saud University

Abstract: In this paper, we describe a multimedia educational tool specifically designed for traching deaf people to use their native Arabic Sign Language. This system is called Tawasoul, and includes features 3D animations of of sign language expressions, morphological analyzers, categorized vocabulary dictionary in sign language and a sign language text editor. This system has been deployed and feedback from end-users has been encouraging. We describe key features and design consideration for this system’s unique context.

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