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ESPRIT Modern technologies and the increasing flow of information form a basis for constant knowledge improvement and new teaching methods all over the world.

2 ESPRIT Modern technologies and the increasing flow of information form a basis for constant knowledge improvement and new teaching methods all over the world. ESPRIT, developed by ASC, offers a simple but very effective tool for overall communication and data management in a modern Multi Media environment. Based on the well known and successful Multi Media Center DI 8, the ESPRIT sets a future reference standard for an all digital electronic classroom when implementing language teaching via a modern computer networked environment.

Ease of operation Real time intercom The rapid growth of features and functions offered by the convergence of various Multi Media language applications requires a powerful, yet easy to operate

There is only one single user interface - regardless of whether the teacher wants to communicate via headset or a video program, a data file (audio or video) to a selected student or take over the

3 Ease of operation Real time intercom The rapid growth of features and functions offered by the convergence of various Multi Media language applications requires a powerful, yet easy to operate Graphical User Interface (GUI) for teacher operation. The ESPRIT, offers the answer to the age-old demand for pedagogical sophistication and ease of operation. There is only one single user interface - regardless of whether the teacher wants to communicate via headset or a video program, a data file (audio or video) to a selected student or take over the keyboard of a student s computer. The audio network allows unrestricted real time verbal communication and audio program transfer (copy) at HiFi audio quality. In the ESPRIT there are no restrictions to the number of conversation pairs, program groups or intercom activities caused by the speed of the network. The very high quality of the audio communication (monitor and intercom) is not degraded by increased load s as with Local Area Network (LAN) solutions, which can offer mobile phone quality without the distinction of (in)correct pronunciation. The ESPRIT GUI offers the following major advantages: The ESPRIT shows only the features and functions selected by the operator. The ESPRIT recalls each teacher s operational preferences (buttons) when logging on. A Reset button is provided to normalize all of the parameters of the system. The operating manual is available on-line at the touch of a button. Unlimited connectivity It is universally understood that the best way to learn a new language is to live amongst native speakers. If the process of immersion is not possible one should look for a method that comes very close to the ideal solution. This requires the practice of hearing, reading and communicating in the foreign language. The unique pairing, telephone dialing, conference and intercom features of the ESPRIT offer almost unlimited communication facilities.

Media Resource Management Lessons, exercises, tests and other data can be distributed to the students via a LAN and the student s responses can be collected for grading or central storage.

4 Media Resource Management Lessons, exercises, tests and other data can be distributed to the students via a LAN and the student s responses can be collected for grading or central storage. Administrative tasks such as deleting student documents or shutting down the student computers are initiated from the central teacher position. Textual conversations (chat groups) between the students can be activated by the teacher. The combination of all forms of class management in one easy to use package offers instructors a combination hitherto unavailable without any specialized knowledge of networks. Complete overview What you see from your networked computer laboratory is a simple classroom image with a button for each student position. All the functions each teacher needs for daily work are easily controlled via the GUI. A dedicated PC in the network can be designated as the archival (main) server for the storage of exercises and student work. The exercises are distributed via the server to the student workplaces. When collecting to the archive-pc the student work is automatically labeled with the student names for easy identification. Access control A reoccurring problem for administrators and teachers is unauthorized access to sensitive files such as tests or student s digital workbooks. The ESPRIT application accesses only a dedicated zone on the hard disc of the students computers and the server. Only the teacher can remotely erase the student work files in this zone centrally from the teacher console. The teacher can also shut down all student s PC s, or a group of the student s PC s, remotely without having to shut down each student computer individually at each student station. Applications can be started remotely and documents can be opened from the teacher PC. The remote activities are offered on a total class or on a specific group basis, as teacher can divide the students within the classroom into several groups. Student workplaces Audio Control Audio Control Audio Control LAN CCS AAC System Ma Control and Sup Digital data Screen, keyboard & mouse Audio (programs & conference) Authoring-PC Master-PC Control Unit Server-PC Teacher workplace

The telephone dialing mode allows students to telephone each other and engage in live conversations. Caller ID and three/four way conversations are possible.

5 Communication has got a new definition ESPRIT System updates and expansion. The ESPRIT provides many new and pedagogically innovative communication training tools with an OVER THE LAN messaging system (chat room), allowing students to send short text messages to each other. The telephone dialing mode allows students to telephone each other and engage in live conversations. Caller ID and three/four way conversations are possible. The students conversations can be recorded along with a text document (to compile a digital student workbook). All the functions can be run in the background of other applications whilst the user interface offers a simple panel with control buttons, which is less confusing for the teacher and students. As your teaching needs change and our present technology advances the ESPRIT s modular design allows for ease of expansion to a higher level of functionality via hardware and software upgrades. Communication is the key The AA (Audio Active) Panel is the link between the audio network and the student PC, providing an audio and a control connection to the teacher position. The student computers are fitted with the D.A.V.I.D. (Digital Audio Video Interactive Device) program, which can replay video and audio files and acts as an all-digital replacement for an analog student cassette recorder. The virtual recorder on the student PC can be remotely controlled via the AA panel from the teacher position in the same way as a cassette recorder. Teachers can remotely control the all-digital virtual recorder without the need of a LAN and the optional didactical network (CSS = Computer Supervisory System) is linked between the instructor console, and the student PC, it s monitor, keyboard and mouse. The system does not require the user to open the PC which could result in loss of warranty claims. The didactical network consists of professional external interfaces, which utilize high quality and high bandwidth cable. Major communication features of the ESPRIT: Transfer of any type of digital document. Group-oriented work Remotely opening documents with their assigned application (third party software) Remote launch of third party applications Remote erase of digital documents Remote shutdown of the student workstations Locking student workstations Simple messaging system for textual messages Chat mode within all group members or in telephone mode with selected partners User registration at the teacher and student workplaces for student related documents and/or for keeping records of user activities Operating system for analog recorders, Audio Active panels (Level II), Virtual Recorders (i.e. D.A.V.I.D.) and networks. One of the most efficient ways of language learning can be achieved by the student listening and pronouncing the foreign language and by communication with speakers of the target language. The audio network of the ESPRIT offers a variety of conversation groups and conversational paths for the distribution of audio while the computer classroom system allows monitoring and control of any PC in the classroom. Transparent operation The system is simplified by displaying only the function buttons which the instructor has requested to work with, whilst the simplicity oriented user interface allows a simple and intuitive handling of different actions in several groups at the same time.

The teacher can decide if the student should be controlled in a lockstep fashion, thus dictating the pace of the lesson, or allow the student to set his own pace through the lesson (independent

6 The Teachers Authoring Package The new Teacher Authoring Package (TAP) file manager allows the teacher to generate lessons for students. A TAP-document is a script for the presentation of several instructional components in a given order. The working time can be fixed for the complete lesson or for every single part of it. The teacher can decide if the student should be controlled in a lockstep fashion, thus dictating the pace of the lesson, or allow the student to set his own pace through the lesson (independent study). TAP lessons can contain a variety of components such as: Teacher comments or instructions Listen-respond (drill) exercises Simultaneous interpretation exercises Automated web page access Automated application launch Multiple choice response analysis Time limit setting for the complete lesson or each individual exercise Free navigation within a lesson or lock step test mode, for operation in a set and timed order Multiple choice exercises with visual and audible subtitles Three answer types in multiple choice mode: one or more correct answers out of a set of answers, or independent expression of a textual answer Take advantage of approved material If you have a lot of learning material on analog tapes the Digitizer would assist you by converting the analog sound to digital files. It takes only one step to convert a pre-existing audio file to a completely digital file. In three additional short steps you can create a TAP-document with several question/response blocks. To supplement the new Teacher Authoring Package ASC provides the D.A.V.I.D. Master and Audio Digitizer allowing the teacher to create multi media lessons from video clips, audio files, records, pictures, text and digital documents. Easy preparation of lessons and exercises TAP lessons can be prepared quickly with little training or need for programming skills. It s easy to convert your analog tapes to digital files, which can be stored in the network server for quick and easy access. Designing your own multi media lessons, using common types of documents without being restricted to a single lesson media content is easy. The D.A.V.I.D. Master is the art director, combining all the different multi media components to one fascinating and motivating learning event. All you need is the D.A.V.I.D. Master and the various multi media content. The TAP file lessons can be generated easily and professionally without any programming skills required. Summary A simple to use authoring tool for digital exercises and automatic editing from analog sources Open architecture with the integration of all major document standards (wav-audio, avi- and mpeg-video, MP3 etc.), as well as browsing in third-party documents with their third-party applications Integration of the internet and the HTML file format Virtual Recorder The D.A.V.I.D. (Digital Audio Video Interactive Device) is the virtual recorder that records and replays digital audio and video files using the hard disk of the computer. Any other digital information is displayed by opening the document related application. The integration of Internet browsing and multiple-choice lessons extends the possibilities for modern teaching and increases student motivation. An easy to use student interface. The clearly arranged interface offers a good overview and a quick access to the exercises. The symbols and functionality of the control buttons are similar to those of a CD player at home and therefore easily understood. The D.A.V.I.D. displays separate volume controls for the master and the student channels, which are shown on the student computer screen. The D.A.V.I.D program can be minimized to enable use of other applications (such as video and text) while still controlling the main record and replay functions.

A direct comparison between the instructor s stimulus and the student s response is also possible via the display.

7 Quick access Ready for the Internet Any position in the digitally recorded lesson can be reached in a split second with one mouse click. For quick access to sections or sentences the channel activity display eases navigation whilst the display shows a voice graph in amplitude format for the visual indication of phrases. A direct comparison between the instructor s stimulus and the student s response is also possible via the display. Areas within the lesson to which the student wishes to return to can be accessed with up to 39 bookmarks and the A-B-Repeat feature makes automatic sentence or phrase repetition easy. Full featured, multi media exercises utilizing the replay of digital video is as easy as browsing on the Internet. To simplify the process further, the operation of the D.A.V.I.D. program uses the locally installed Internet browser. Accessing the Internet as part of a multi media exercise in the ASC-internal TAP-format is a unique and motivating feature for students. All sections of such an exercise are shown clearly in the lesson status bar. Combination with analog systems As part of the ESPRIT audio network, the all-digital D.A.V.I.D. offers the same functionality as the DI 8 cassette recorder with an even more comfortable interface. D.A.V.I.D. controls the Response Analyzer or allows the selection of partners in the telephone dialing mode. Both the virtual and the analog recorder, can be used within the same laboratory (i.e. a hybrid lab). SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS Simultaneous work and program transfer in independent groups Any kind of grouping of students for conversation in conference, telephone and pairing groups Unobtrusive monitoring of students (with individual monitor and automatic monitor mode) Multiple connections for external sources, such as Mini Disc, DVD, laser disk, satellite or CD-ROM Complete remote control of the student s working environment individually or by group Response Analyzer (four group operable) for multiple choice exercises Reviewing any student computer screen, irrespective of the lesson they are assigned to or if they are connected to the World Wide Web Remote control of any student s mouse and keyboard Transfer any student screen to all the other members of a group Transfer the teacher s screen to all students or the members of a group Independent operation or full integration into the analog language lab system Fully integrated into the digital media resource management of the ESPRIT an easy transition from analog to digital Simple operation using audio and video files Channel activity display (voice graph) with visual indication of phrases for quick access Real training mode with (ASC internal) TAP-documents including announcement, question/response, translation, video playback, Internet, external document browsing and multiple choice response analysis Quick navigation within an exercise by simple mouse clicks

8 Partnership and Integration ASC forms partnerships with other companies to ensure continued development of innovative Multi Media Solutions and to integrate effectively and efficiently with all major industry standards. Additionally, ASC researches future trends in Teaching Technology to maintain a leadership role in the market. Consulting and Project Management Quality consulting ensures a successful relationship with any customer and ASC s competence and know- how allows them to tailor individual solutions. Mutually agreed requirement specifications and a flexible management guarantees the final success of the overall project while professional services guide the customer through initial product introduction and provides long-term training and support. Manufacturing and Quality Assurance World Headquarters ASC telecom AG Seibelstrasse Hösbach, Germany Phone Fax hq@asctelecom.com Great Britain ASC telecom Ltd., Unit 2 Westerham Trade Centre London Road, Westerham Kent TN16 1DE Phone Fax gb@asctelecom.com Since 1996, ASC has certified its Quality management system and staff training according to ISO 9001 (certificate # ). ASC maintains spare parts for almost every product manufactured over 15 years, substantially exceeding the statutory requirement of other countries. Why ASC? ASC has been providing language teaching solutions and Multi Media systems around the world for over 35 years. A public company since January 1998, ASC has the engineering resources, worldwide distribution, and financial stability to support your education institute now and well into the new millennium. Our development team is dedicated to providing continuous improvements to ESPRIT, developing new applications, and leveraging new technology trends and breakthroughs. We continually add and refine technology to strengthen our solutions and insure total customer satisfaction. Switzerland ASC-Kreutler AG Grundstrasse Rotkreuz Phone Fax info@kreutler.ch Austria ASC telecom Vertriebs GmbH Adlitzerstraße Traiskirchen Phone Fax at@asctelecom.com USA ASC telecom L.P. 535 Fifth Avenue, Suite 901 New York, NY Phone Fax info@ascamerica.com ASC direct Inc San Pedro Avenue, Suite San Antonio, TX Phone Fax ascmmedia@aol.com ESPRIT - E, 06/00

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