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Assessing implicit phonological knowledge through accent imitation

SHS Web of Conferences, 2017
This study investigates learners’ implicit knowledge of Voice Onset Time (VOT), a non-distinctive phonetic difference between German and French. Previous studies on VOT in speech produced by English native speakers learning Spanish (Flege & Hammond 1982)
Falkert Anika
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Farmers' Participation in Messenger‐Based Social Groups And Its Effects on Performance in Irrigated Areas of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The penetration of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in farming communities is increasing the use of smartphone‐based instant messaging apps. Despite this, the reasons behind participation and the impact on farm productivity in developing countries remain unexplored.
Zafar Kurbanov, Abdusame Tadjiev, Nodir Djanibekov, Ajit Govind, Akmal Akramkhanov   +4 more
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Exploring the Use of Song Media as a Phonetic Learning Innovation for College Students

Al-Lisan: Jurnal Bahasa
Background: First-semester students in the Arabic Language Education program often struggle with pronouncing complex Arabic phonemes in the al-Ashwat wa al-Lahjat course.
Moh Arif Nurmuzib, Muhammad Jafar Shodiq, Boby Bagas Purnama, Khoirul Mubin   +3 more
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The Impacts of Health and Environmental Information Nudges on Meat Choices: Where Does Goat Meat Fit?

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Amidst a recent surge in US goat meat imports to meet growing demand, this study contributes to the meat demand literature by examining consumer preferences for goat meat, a relatively healthy and environmentally friendly alternative to other popular meats.
Binod Khanal, Sunil P. Dhoubhadel, Rodolfo M. Nayga Jr.   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Charting the Path to Increased Oil Palm Output in Ghana Beyond Area Expansion: Technology or Managerial Capacity — Which Leads the Way?

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study sets out to investigate the prospects for raising oil palm output in sub‐Saharan Africa, particularly Ghana, without further expansion of cropland. Given global concerns about oil palm's role in deforestation and land use change, the focus is on enhancing productivity on existing farmlands.
Jacob Asravor, Francis Tsiboe, Ayobami Adetoyinbo, Jacob Ankamah   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Impact of Digital Ability and Rice Technology Adoption on Rice Farming Performance in Benin

Agribusiness, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT This study examines the combined effects of digital ability and the adoption of various rice technologies among smallholder rice farmers, using GPS‐spatially matched data sources that include household surveys and a general census of rice value chain actors in Benin.
Landry Bellarmin Kassa, Takeshi Sakurai
wiley   +1 more source

Arabic Phonetics and Phonemics Instruction in Islamic Boarding School for Children

An Nabighoh
This study examines the learning process of Arabic phonetics and phonemics, focusing on how teachers create effective learning environments and their impact on students’ skills in an Islamic boarding school. The research used a mixed-method approach and involved young santri at Pondok Pesantren Al Imam Metro Kibang, East Lampung.
Akla Akla, Muyassaroh Muyassaroh
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Temperature‐Tunable Cholesteric Liquid Crystal Optical Combiners for Extended Reality Applications

Advanced Intelligent Systems, Volume 7, Issue 3, March 2025.
Recent advancements in extended reality highlight their potential to enhance traditional displays like liquid crystal displays and organic light‐emitting diode screens. This article introduces an innovative cholesteric liquid crystal‐based optical combiner for head‐mounted displays, enabling seamless transitions between augmented reality, virtual ...
Yuanjie Xia, Haobo Li, Marija Vaskeviciute, Daniele Faccio, Affar S. Karimullah, Hadi Heidari, Rami Ghannam   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

International intelligibility of English spoken by college students in the Bashu dialect area of China

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications
Exploring English intelligibility in linguistically diverse environments, such as China, is crucial for improving cross-cultural dialog and tailoring language instruction to address the phonetic hurdles of non-native speakers.
Jie Zeng
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Wireless, Battery‐Free Wearable Pressure Sensor for Compression Therapy Entirely Built on Surface Mount Devices

Advanced Intelligent Systems, EarlyView.
This work presents a flexible, battery‐free sensor that forms a closed‐loop feedback system for smart compression therapy devices. Its scalable surface‐mount manufacturing, compact form factor, and wireless communication enable seamless integration with a wide range of active compression garments, improving user experience and therapeutic outcomes ...
Sinuo Zhao, Hongru Chen, Isaac Seeto, Phuoc Thien Phan, Chi Cong Nguyen, Tran Bach Dang, Kefan Zhu, Michael Listyawan, Minh Cuong Duong, Alice Ma, Thanh Nho Do, Hoang‐Phuong Phan   +11 more
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