In this paper, we present a semi-supervised method for automatic speech act recognition in email and forums. The major challenge of this task is due to lack of labeled data in the...
We present an online learning algorithm for training parsers which allows for the inclusion of multiple objective functions. The primary example is the extension of a standard sup...
Keith Hall, Ryan T. McDonald, Jason Katz-Brown, Mi...
The concurrent synchronous language Esterel allows proto treat reactive systems in an abstract, concise manner. An Esterel program is typically first translated into other, non-s...
Xin Li, Jan Lukoschus, Marian Boldt, Michael Harde...
We address the problem of improving the efficiency of natural language text input under degraded conditions (for instance, on PDAs or cell phones or by disabled users) by taking a...
This paper describes progress toward a prototype implementation of a tool which aims to improve literacy in deaf high school and college students who are native (or near native) s...
Lisa N. Michaud, Kathleen F. McCoy, Christopher A....