JPS59214881A - Learning apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

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Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a learning device that displays video questions and the like on a television display and allows the learner to learn programmatically in response to instructions and responses from the learner.

Configuration of conventional examples and their problems Conventional learning systems only play back and display or reproduce pre-programmed video or audio on each dedicated playback device, and cannot provide information only on the force direction. It was a learning system that was unsatisfactory for learners just because it was done. For example, learning English was conducted using a magnetic sheet with only auditory elements. Also, there are English educational broadcasts on television that use audiovisual elements, but in either case they are one-way. For this reason, learners lacked the ability to interact or respond based on their own abilities, resulting in a sense of dissatisfaction and dissatisfaction. There are devices that do this, but in this case, they can only display a pseudo image created electrically, rather than an actual image, so I felt it was lacking.

Purpose of the Invention The present invention solves the above-mentioned conventional problems, provides learners with persuasive learning content using real images, and allows learners to solve the displayed problems. The object of the present invention is to provide a learning device that allows easy-to-understand interactive learning by giving instructions and responding to questions.

Structure of the Invention In the present invention, a processing device including a video tape recorder, a television display, and a computer having a certain amount of storage capacity is used in combination. Then, the learning program is displayed on a television display using a videotape cassette in which preprogrammed video and audio and control information corresponding to the content of the program are encoded and recorded on the audio recording trunk. This system allows the learner to give instructions and respond via the learner, providing a response function and allowing the learner to learn while being satisfied.

DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS A learning device according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

First, Figure 1 shows the overall appearance. 1 is a color television display; 2 is a video tape recorder; 3 is a main unit including a computer for processing and a keyboard for instructions and responses; 4 is a main unit in which preprogrammed video and audio are recorded; This is a video tape cassette in which encoded information such as a processing program to be input to a computer is recorded on the audio signal recording track.

FIG. 2 shows the recording format of video signals, audio signals, information signals, control signals, etc. recorded on the video tape of the video tape cassette 4.

FIG. 3 is a detailed diagram of the audio track.

Here, regarding the learning program, we will explain the "curriculum".
As such, it is possible to program subjects in any field, regardless of whether you are a student or a member of society, and here we will assume that it is learned at home. For example, many things such as mathematics, sports, flower arrangement, cooking, etc. can be learned through programming.

Now, the recording format of the videotape shown in FIG. 2 will be explained. A is a video recording track, b is a control signal recording track, and C is a recording track for audio and information signals to the computer.

Now, assuming that the period from point a to point e on the videotape is one item of one learning subject, the recording time is T1, and the video signal and control signal are continuously recorded within the range of T1. Among them, from point 8 to point Jf, audio signals matching the video are recorded. On the audio track from point f to point e, a signal encoded with control information such as a processing program to be input to the computer is recorded.

Details of the audio track will be further explained with reference to FIG. 6 is an audio signal that matches the content of the video signal; 6 is a computer command signal for disabling sound from the television display 1 and introducing information signals to the computer; 7 is an information signal to the computer; 8 is a video tape. A command signal that instructs the computer to change the playback mode of the recorder 2 to pause mode and to switch the television display 1 to supply a signal from the computer side instead of the signal from the video table recorder 2. It is.

With this configuration, there is an advantage that no sound is generated from the television display 1 during the time from point 1 to point e, and this is not emitted as noise when a computer signal is being reproduced. At the same time, the reproduced signal at that time is input to the computer.

The input signals to this computer include displaying on the TV display 1 the items that the learner wants to ask about the contents of the previous program in the form of questions, and the answers given by the learner using the keyboard 3 at that time. The computer inputs and stores information that allows it to be displayed on the television display 1. In other words, as a result of this, the TV display 1 switches to the computer side at point e for the video learning content of T1, and displays the questions, response 2 answer content, model answers, etc. for the learning content, and the learner can be interacted with using the computer keyboard 3 or a light ben connected to the computer.

Next, when using this system, the video tape cassette 4 having the above-described magnetic recording format is inserted into the cassette insertion hole of the video tape recorder 20. Now, when the video tape recorder 2 presses the playback mode button, it enters the playback state, starts playback, plays for a period of T1,
The information signal 8 from T2 to the computer automatically puts the computer in a stopped state (pause mode). At the same time, the screen on the television display 1 is switched to the computer screen. Also, before that, at point f, TV display 1
It is controlled so that no sound is emitted.

The computer shall have a built-in switch function for switching the video tape recorder 2 from play mode to pause mode using the audio track playback signal of the video tape recorder 2, and a function for manually switching from Bose mode to play mode. do. This system guides the playback signal from the audio head of the video tape recorder 2 to the computer, detects the signal using the encoded signal 9, and uses the detection output to control the relay or electronic switch circuit by the computer. .

Conventionally, the RF converter was built into the video tape recorder or connected directly to the TV display as video output and audio output, but with this system, the RF converter's output terminal or the video and audio input/output The terminal is controlled by a computer, and the signal from the video tape recorder 2 is once led to the computer so that it can be automatically or manually controlled within the computer by a command signal from the video tape recorder 2. The signals from the computer and the computer are switched so that they can be displayed on the television display 1.

Next, the control mode by the computer will be explained.

First, signal reproduction is started in the video tape recorder 2, and normal video and audio are input to the computer while being reproduced.

At point f, the sound on the television display 1 is stopped, and then the reproduced information signal 7 is introduced into the computer and stored.

A command signal 8 from the video tape recorder 2 sends a control signal to the video tape 7' to stop the video tape recorder 2.
Send it to recorder 2, set it to pause mode, and stop it. At the same time, the screen of the television display 1 is automatically switched to the computer screen. Furthermore, some of the questions and answer options that match the program contents stored in the computer are displayed on the television display 1.

The learner uses the computer keyboard 3 or light pen to respond to the questions on the screen of the television display 1 and selects an answer. At this time, if the first answer is incorrect, a correct answer sign is not displayed on the television display 1 through the computer, and the answer is repeated until the correct answer is given.

If the learner answers correctly, TV display 1
A computer program displays the following model answer screen.

The learner confirms this on the screen of the television display 1 and, if satisfied, instructs the learner to proceed to the next step by operating the computer keyboard 3. As a result, the computer sends a pause release signal to the video tape recorder 2 to proceed to the next item, and controls the video tape recorder 2 to restart playback.

Incidentally, it is also possible to collectively store response information signals matching the contents of the program at the beginning of a videotape program, and input them to the microcomputer at the beginning of playback. In this case, no matter where the video is stopped, the content of that item can be called up and responded to from the computer.

In addition, an additional audio track (stereo track) may be used, in addition to the audio track, to be used exclusively for recording information on the computer. In this case, it is unnecessary to temporarily stop the sound generation as described in the previous embodiment.

Furthermore, just as an audio signal is FM-modulated and multiplexed onto a video signal and then modulated and recorded, information signals to a computer may also be modulated and recorded continuously.

Next, FIG. 4 shows a more specific example.

This will be explained with reference to FIG. In FIG. 4, 2 is a home video cassette tape recorder (VTR), 4 is a video tape cassette, 9 is an interface for controlling the VTR, 1o is a computer such as a personal computer (microcomputer), and 3 is a keyboard for inputting the same. , 11 is a light pen control interface, 12 is a light pen, 13 is a video signal control circuit, and 1 is a television display.

In the above system, the videotape shares part of the audio track in advance, and the original VTR audio signal (analog and computer information signal data)
A digitally modulated signal is recorded. Further, an appropriate video signal is recorded on the video track as usual.

Therefore, two types of signals are obtained at the audio output terminal of the VTR 2 depending on the content of the video signal. These periods are determined by the format on the tape described above.

When the video output from the VTR 2 is a general signal, the reproduced audio signal and video signal output are directly supplied to the TV display 1 and displayed, but when the video output goes into a special state, the audio output also changes to a special state in synchronization with it. A signal (modulated signal) is output.

Several types of transmission formats for these signals can be considered, and an example thereof will be explained with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

The computer 10 constantly monitors the playback output of the signal recorded on the audio track of the videotape, and when it detects a predetermined code of the command signal 6, the computer 10 demodulates the following information signal 7 with the interface 9. ′. This series of operations ends when the end signal of the special code added to the end of the information signal 7 is detected. The read information signal is saved in a predetermined memory area of the computer 10, and based on this, a video control signal is supplied to the control circuit 13, and the video signal to be supplied to the television display 1 is transmitted to the a side (computer 10). side). At the same time, information signals related to the already read information signals 7 are subsequently read by the computer from the videotape of the VTR and displayed on the screen of the television display 1.

After the display ends, a control signal is supplied from the computer 1Q to the VTR 2 via the interface.
TR2 enters a pause state.

Next, the learner uses the keyboard 3 or light pen 1 according to the instructions displayed on the screen of the television display 1.
If you answer in step 2, a screen will be displayed instructing you on the next action. When the learner operates according to the instructions, the information saved in a predetermined memory area in the computer 1o is displayed on the television display 1, and at the same time, the next action is instructed. Then, in response to the instruction again, the control signal from the computer 1o causes the VTR to
2 enters the playback state, switches the video display of the control circuit 13 to the b side (VTR side), and becomes ready to accept the next new program. The same operation is repeated below.

Effects of the Invention As described above, according to the present invention, it is possible to perform interactive learning using real images by playing back a videotape cassette in which learning content according to a previously created program is recorded on a videotape recorder. Instead of the conventional one-directional learning that leaves a feeling of dissatisfaction, it is possible to obtain an effective learning system that allows students to learn while actually watching and responding to the teacher's lectures and conversations using moving images. It is possible.

[Brief explanation of the drawing]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a learning device in a first embodiment of the present invention;
2 and 3 are schematic diagrams showing the recording state of a videotape used in the same apparatus, FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the same apparatus, and FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the operation of the same apparatus. 1...Television display, 2...Video tape recorder, 3...Main device including keyboard, 4...Video tape cassette, 5...
...Audio signal, 6...Command signal, 7...
...Information signal, 8...Command signal, 9...
...Interface, 10...Computer, 11...Interface, 12...
...Light pen, 13...Control circuit.

Claims (2)

[Claims] (1) A videotape cassette is used to record video content programmed with the learning content in advance, audio that matches the content, and information for operating the processing device in response to instructions or responses from the learner, and a videotape is used to play the video content. It is a combination of a recorder, a television display that displays the playback contents and the output of the processing device, a keyboard for giving instructions or responses, and a processing device that controls the display according to the information and the instructions or responses. Characteristic learning device. (2) The learning device according to claim 1, wherein the video tape cassette records preprogrammed response information on the audio track of the video tape.