Developing Voice Chatbot for Learning Maritime English

Abstract

This article aims at explaining the design decisions of a voice chatbot for learning Maritime English. Even though Maritime English is a rather conservative conventional system to a great extent, practicing real life English is a key factor for language fluency. Voice chatbots can provide more practice for mastering listening and comprehension skills. Through the critical analysis of existing systems for learning the English language approaches to design and developing voice chatbot for learning Maritime English are worked out. The practical significance lies in creating an effective tool for learning and mastering Maritime English. Major advantages of the developed system are familiar environment and user-friendly interface.