KR101090839B1 - Language education system using game utensil - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention provides a language learning system using a game device that can further enhance learning ability along with a fun element by providing learners with voice and video in various languages through a game device that can increase fun elements and a recognition device thereof. A game device that can be played by assembling or sculpting piece elements each of which is formed with at least one fine mark of a plurality of unique fine marks; An electronic pen recognizing respective fine marks formed on the respective engraving elements and wirelessly transmitting an index signal corresponding to each of the recognized fine marks; And a portable learning terminal that receives the index signal from the electronic pen and visually and visually displays voice and image information corresponding to the received index signal.

Puzzle game apparatus, fine mark, electronic pen, learning ability improvement system

Description

LANGUAGE EDUCATION SYSTEM USING GAME UTENSIL}

The present invention relates to a language learning system, and more particularly, to provide learners with voice and video in various languages through a game device and a recognition device that can enhance the fun factor, thereby improving the learning ability together with the fun factor. A language learning system using a game device.

Recently, various multimedia players have been used to improve the learning ability of foreign languages. As the multimedia player, an electronic dictionary, an MP3 player, a portable multimedia player (PMP) and a personal computer (PC) are mainly used. These multimedia players are used more effectively to improve the learning effect because a variety of voice and sound effects are provided along with the video necessary for foreign language learning.

However, such multimedia players are not only expensive products, but also difficult to operate, and require a certain amount of concentration. Therefore, there is a limit to the use of foreign language learning for children, including preschoolers.

In addition, the above-described methods using a multimedia player or a predetermined textbook often pass the corresponding contents even though the learner does not know, and it is easily demonstrated because the stored contents are repeatedly listened and learned in a predetermined order. It is also triggered. In addition, there are many cases in which the current level of the learner is not accurately considered, which lowers the learner's learning efficiency and further reduces the confidence in learning.

Thus, in the related art, various methods of adding learning functions to fun game elements have emerged to improve learning ability of preschoolers or children. However, it was difficult to combine the fun and learning elements effectively, so it was often biased toward too much fun or learning. For example, a puzzle game has been used as a tool for effectively combining fun and learning elements. However, the conventional puzzle game is limited to the game method of the puzzle itself. there was.

The present invention is to improve the above problems, by providing a voice and video in a variety of languages to the learner through a game device that can increase the fun factor and its recognition device, to further improve the learning ability along with the fun factor The purpose is to provide a language learning system using a game device.

In addition, to provide learners with a variety of information in addition to the above fun and foreign languages to build knowledge, and to be able to carry the game device and its recognition device, such as to be useful anytime, anywhere The purpose is to provide a language learning system.

In the language learning system using the game apparatus according to the embodiment of the present invention for achieving the above object, by assembling or sculpting the pieces of the pieces each formed with at least one fine mark of the plurality of unique fine marks including the index Game equipment available for playing; An electronic pen recognizing respective fine marks formed on the respective engraving elements and wirelessly transmitting an index signal corresponding to each of the recognized fine marks; And a portable learning terminal that receives the index signal from the electronic pen and visually and visually displays voice and image information corresponding to the received index signal.

Each of the plurality of unique fine marks includes an address or index of audio and video information to be displayed through each of the fragment elements, and the audio and video information is transmitted through the game device. It includes at least one information of the content and theme of the masterpiece or fairy tale to be expressed, the background of the work, the name and information of the figures and objects, and the position and direction information for the elements to be assembled.

The portable learning terminal may display the audio and video information in at least one language (foreign language) of a plurality of languages (foreign language) stored in advance by a learner's selection.

The electronic pen may include a first setting unit configured to set at least one language information output and displayed according to a learner's selection, and a sensor for recognizing an index included in at least one fine mark among fine marks formed on the respective engraving elements. A conversion processor for generating and outputting an index signal corresponding to the index recognized by the sensor unit according to the set language information, and displaying an output result of the set language information and the index signal generated from the conversion processor. And a transmitting module for wirelessly transmitting the index signal from the display unit and the conversion processing unit to the portable learning terminal.

The conversion processor may further include at least one memory and a decoder to generate and output an index signal corresponding to the recognized index according to language information set by the learner.

The portable learning terminal may include a second setting unit configured to set at least one language information and image information displayed and displayed according to the learner's selection, and a receiving module wirelessly receiving an index signal input from a transmitting module of the electronic pen. And a memory unit for storing audio and video signals corresponding to each index signal input through the receiving module, and analyzing the respective index signals input through the receiving module and corresponding to the index signals stored in the memory unit. And a central processor for reading and outputting image signals, an audio output unit for outputting an audio signal corresponding to the index signal output from the central processor, and a video signal corresponding to the index signal output from the central processor. And a second display portion for processing and displaying. do.

The memory unit includes the contents and themes of masterpieces or fairy tales corresponding to the respective indexes included in the fine marks, the background of the works, names and information of each person and objects, and information about predetermined cities or landmarks. Audio (audio) and video (video) so that at least one of the description, music matching a certain object or person, and position and orientation information for each of the pieces are assembled in at least one language and image. Information is stored.

The portable learning terminal uses the portable device as a portable learning terminal by arranging the central processing unit and the memory unit in a portable device such as a mobile communication terminal, an MP3 player, a PMP, a DMB, a notebook computer, a portable TV, and a radio. do.

The language learning system using the game device according to the embodiment of the present invention having the above characteristics has the following effects.

First, the language learning system using the game apparatus of the present invention can further improve the learning ability along with the fun element by providing the learners with voice and video in various languages through the game apparatus and the recognition device that can increase the fun factor. Can be.

Second, it provides learners with a variety of fun and foreign languages, as well as a variety of common sense information, such as backgrounds and plots such as classic fairy tales, animations, animations, characters and city information, various fruits, animals and objects A detailed description and the like can be provided. Accordingly, the learner can expect the effect of learning a variety of learning areas such as mathematical, exploration, geographic information, etc. through a fun game, visual, auditory, tactile, etc. in addition to learning a variety of foreign languages.

Third, since the above game apparatuses and their recognition apparatuses can be carried on-the-go, some of the above game apparatuses, for example, some pieces of puzzle games and recognition apparatuses, can be used to carry out games and learning anytime, anywhere. It can be done freely. In addition, by constructing a language learning system using various portable multimedia players (especially mobile communication terminals and PMPs) widely spread, it is possible to expect the spread of language learning systems.

Hereinafter, a language learning system using a game device according to an embodiment of the present invention having the above-described features and effects will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

1 is a block diagram showing a language learning system using a game device according to an embodiment of the present invention. 2 is a block diagram showing some components and the electronic pen of the game apparatus shown in FIG.

The language learning system using the game apparatus shown in Figs. 1 and 2 is provided by assembling or fitting a plurality of puzzle pieces 5a to 5d each having at least one fine mark among the plurality of fine marks 7a to 7k. Game devices 2, 5 capable of playing; The electronic pen 10 that recognizes one of the fine marks 7a to 7k formed on each of the puzzle pieces 5a to 5d and wirelessly transmits an index signal corresponding to each of the recognized fine marks. ; And a portable learning terminal 20 which receives the index signal from the electronic pen 10 and visually and visually displays preset foreign language voice and image information corresponding to the received index signal so that the learner can use it. It is characterized by one.

The game apparatuses 2 and 5 used in the present invention are made of structures that can be assembled or matched with pieces, for example, puzzle pieces or blocks, and in the case of a puzzle game apparatus, a puzzle plate may be further provided. Hereinafter, a case in which the game device 2, 5 used in the present invention is composed of a plurality of puzzle pieces 5 and a puzzle plate 2 will be described.

At least one fine marks 7a to 7k, which are printed with a bar code or a predetermined symbol, are formed in each of the piece structures of the present invention, for example, the puzzle pieces 5a to 5d, for playing a game. Here, each of the plurality of fine marks 7a to 7k includes an address or an index of voice and image information to be displayed through each of the puzzle pieces 5a to 5d.

In more detail, for example, the first fine mark 7a formed on the first puzzle piece 5a may include a theme such as a fairy tale or a masterpiece that the puzzle game device 2 or 5 intends to express as a whole, and its plot and author. It includes an index of audio and video information including a description. The first puzzle piece 5a is to be assembled at a specific position (e.g., top left or bottom left) of the overall puzzle game device 2,5. Accordingly, when the learner recognizes the first fine mark 7a of the first puzzle piece 5a as the electronic pen 10 in the assembled state or the pre-assembled state, the puzzle game mechanisms 2 and 5 are provided. You can listen to the theme of the fairy tale or masterpiece that you want to express, its plot, and the artist's description. In addition, the second fine mark 7b formed on the first puzzle piece 5a includes information on the background of the fairy tale or masterpiece that the puzzle game apparatuses 2 and 5 are displayed as a whole, and the country and city serving as the background. It may include an index of audio and video information. In addition, the third fine mark 7c formed on the first puzzle piece 5a may include an index of information indicating a position and a direction for correctly assembling or fitting the first puzzle piece 5a.

The first fine mark 7d formed on the second puzzle piece 5b represents an index of voice and video information about a person or a specific object represented by the second puzzle piece 5b, for example, a fruit, an animal, or a specific object. The second fine mark 7e formed on the second puzzle piece 5b may include an index of position and direction information for precisely fitting the second puzzle piece 5b.

On the other hand, the first fine mark 7f formed on the third puzzle piece 5c includes an index of voice and video information about the person or the specific object represented by the third puzzle piece 5c, and the third puzzle piece ( The second fine mark 7g formed at 5c may include an index of audio and video information for indicating a position and a direction in which the third puzzle piece 5c should be accurately aligned.

As such, each of the plurality of puzzle pieces 5c to 5d for playing a specific game, such as a puzzle or a block, is formed with at least one of the same or different unique micromarks 7a to 7k. In addition, each of the unique micromarks 7a to 7k includes the contents and themes of masterpieces or fairy tales, the background of the work, the names and information of each person and objects, and the pieces of puzzle 5c to 5d) addresses or indexes for representing at least one piece of information such as position and direction for assembling the voice and video.

On the other hand, in addition to the masterpieces and fairy tales described above, the game device (2, 5) of the present invention to express a landscape such as a particular city, a sight, a tourist destination, etc. By providing them, you can make them learn more.

The text or audio information of the image displayed through the portable learning terminal 20 by the unique fine marks 7a to 7k may be output in at least one language selected by the learner. If you select English and Japanese, it will print English and Japanese alternately.

As described above, the language learning system of the present invention displays various audio and video information in at least one of a plurality of foreign languages stored in advance by the learner's selection, so that various languages can be changed according to the learner's request. Accordingly, music suitable for various objects, cities, people, backgrounds, etc. displayed on the game apparatuses 2 and 5 of the present invention are also stored in a plurality of languages, so that the learner's language selection and the unique micromarks 7a to 7k are performed. You can also listen to music in various languages.

3 is a block diagram showing another form of language learning system using the game mechanism of the present invention.

Since the language learning system using the game device of the present invention comprises a game device 5 composed of a plurality of puzzle pieces 5a to 5d, an electronic pen 10, and a portable learning terminal 20, the learner's portable and mobile devices This is easy.

Specifically, since each of the unique fine marks 7a to 7k is formed only in the plurality of puzzle pieces 5a to 5d, the pieces of the puzzles 5a to 5d formed with the respective fine marks 7a to 7k are formed. As shown in FIG. 3, only the electronic pen 10 and the portable learning terminal 20 extracting an index may improve learning ability as needed regardless of time and place. In the case of the electronic pen 10 and the portable learning terminal 20, since a rechargeable internal power source or a mobile power supply device can be used in combination, the electronic pen 10 and the portable learning terminal 20 can be easily carried and moved according to the convenience of the learner. Therefore, the learner can see and hear the voice description and video at any time or place of his or her desire, so that learning can proceed according to the user's convenience and level, thereby increasing the learning efficiency and further increasing confidence in learning.

FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating in detail the electronic pen illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 3. 5 is a block diagram illustrating the portable learning terminal illustrated in FIG. 1 in detail.

In the case of the configuration or operation method of the electronic pen 10 and the portable learning terminal 20 shown in Figs. 4 and 5, the applicant filed on January 25, 2007 and March 16, 2007, respectively. Somewhat similar to a learning aid (application number: 10-2007-007757, application number: 10-2007-022132) and a learning system (application number: 10-2007-004757) filed May 16, 2007 Has been filed.

Thus, the outline of the configuration and driving method of the electronic pen 10 and the portable learning terminal 20 of the present invention shown in Figure 4 and 5 are as follows.

The electronic pen 10 shown in FIG. 3 includes a first setting unit 11 for setting at least one language information displayed and displayed according to a learner's selection, and fine marks formed on the puzzle pieces 5a to 5d. A sensor unit 12 that recognizes an index included in at least one of the fine marks 7a to 7k, and an index signal corresponding to the index recognized by the sensor unit 12 according to the set language information; Outputting the index signal from the conversion processor 14 for outputting, the first display unit 13 for displaying the set language information and the output result of the index signal generated from the conversion processor 14, and the index signal from the conversion processor 14; A transmission module 15 for wireless transmission to the portable learning terminal 20 is provided.

The first setting unit 11 includes a predetermined dip switch, a remote controller, and the like. Language information output and displayed through the portable learning terminal 20 according to the learner's selection and control, that is, at least one foreign language information. Select. The learner may select time information or display image information in addition to language information to be output through the first setting unit 11. Accordingly, the first setting unit 11 sets the conversion processing unit 14 to output and display predetermined information corresponding to the learner's selection information.

The sensor unit 12 is an element for recognizing an index included in at least one fine mark among the fine marks 7a to 7k formed in the puzzle pieces 5a to 5d, and each fine mark 7a to 7k. The index is recognized through a bar code or a symbol consisting of). In this case, since the index is mainly based on the case where the sensor unit 12 is formed of an optical sensor, it is preferable that the sensor unit 12 is formed of an optical sensor. In this case, the optical sensor includes the fine marks 7a to 7. It should be close to the 7k), it is formed at one end of the electronic pen (10).

The conversion processor 14 decodes the index recognized by the sensor unit 12 and converts the index signal corresponding to the recognized index into data usable in a digital device, that is, a digital index signal. At least one memory, a decoder, etc. are further provided to generate and output according to the language information. The conversion processing unit 14 also supplies the setting information of the learner through the first setting unit 11 to the transmission module 15 so as to be transmitted to the portable learning terminal 20.

The first display unit 13 includes a flat panel display such as an organic light emitting display (OLED) or a liquid crystal display (LCD), and includes language information set by the user and an index signal processed by the conversion processor 14. Will be displayed.

The transmission module 15 is a wireless communication module for wirelessly transmitting the index signal from the conversion processing unit 14 to the portable learning terminal 20. According to a wireless communication method to be used, an RF communication module, an RS communication module, Various communication modules such as Zigbee communication module and infrared communication module can be used.

Meanwhile, the portable learning terminal 20 illustrated in FIG. 5 may transmit the second setting unit 21 and the electronic pen 10 to set at least one language information and image information output and displayed according to a learner's selection. Receiving module 22 for wirelessly receiving the index signal input from the module 15, Memory unit 24 for storing audio and video signals corresponding to each index signal input through the receiving module 22, A central processing unit 25 and the central processing unit 25 analyzing the respective index signals input through the receiving module 22 to read and output audio and video signals corresponding to the index signals stored in the memory unit 24; The audio output unit 26 outputs an audio signal corresponding to the index signal output from the 25) to the speaker 27 and the image signal corresponding to the index signal output from the central processing unit 25. And a second display section 23 for displaying W.

The second setting unit 21 is composed of a predetermined dip switch or a remote controller separately from the first setting unit 11 to set language information output and displayed through the portable learning terminal 20 according to the learner's selection. can do. Thus, setting information according to the second setting unit 21 has priority over setting information of the first setting unit 11. In addition to language information to be output through the second setting unit 21, the learner may select option information such as time information, resolution and brightness information of the display image, the number of repetitions, and volume adjustment. Accordingly, the second setting unit 21 sets the central processing unit 25 to output and display predetermined information corresponding to the learner's selection information.

The receiving module 22 is preferably a wireless communication module for wirelessly receiving the index signal from the transmitting module 15 and is compatible with the transmitting module 15. The receiving module 22 may use various communication modules such as an RF communication module, an RS module, a Zigbee communication module, and an infrared communication module together with the transmission module 15.

The memory unit 24 stores audio and video signals corresponding to each index signal input through the receiving module 22. In other words, the memory unit 24 of the present invention includes the contents and themes of masterpieces or fairy tales corresponding to the respective indexes included in the unique fine marks 7a to 7k, the background of the works, and the figures and objects. At least one of information such as a name and information thereof, a description of a given city or landmark, music matched to a predetermined object or person, and a location and a direction for each puzzle piece 5c to 5d to be assembled. Audio (audio) and video (video) information is stored so that the information is displayed in voice and video of various languages.

The central processing unit 25 analyzes each index signal input through the receiving module 22 and reads audio and video signals corresponding to the index signal stored in the memory unit 24. The audio signals read out are supplied to the audio output unit 26, and image signals are supplied to the second display unit 23.

Accordingly, the audio output unit 26 outputs a voice signal corresponding to the index signal input from the central processing unit 25 through the speaker 27, and the second display unit 23 is the central processing unit 25. The video signal input from the video signal is processed and displayed. The second display unit 23 may be formed of a flat panel display such as an organic light emitting display or a liquid crystal display.

The portable learning terminal 20 of the present invention configured as described above has a central processing unit 25 and a memory unit 24 disposed on a portable device such as a mobile communication terminal, an MP3 player, a PMP, a DMB, a notebook computer, a portable TV, and a radio. The portable device may be used as the portable learning terminal 20. In this case, it is advantageous to spread the language learning system using the game apparatus of the present invention as compared to using the portable learning terminal 20 separately.

The language learning system using the game device according to the embodiment of the present invention constructed and operated as described above may include a game device and a recognition device, that is, the electronic pen 10 and the portable learning terminal 20, which can increase the fun factor. By providing the learners with voices and videos in various languages, the learning ability can be further improved along with the fun factor. In addition, it is possible to provide learners with a variety of fun and foreign languages as well as a variety of common sense information.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the technical spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the technical scope of the present invention should not be limited to the contents described in the detailed description of the specification but should be defined by the claims.

1 is a block diagram showing a language learning system using a game device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating some components of the game apparatus shown in FIG. 1 and an electronic pen; FIG.

3 is a block diagram showing another form of language learning system using the game apparatus of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating the electronic pen shown in FIGS. 1 and 3 in detail.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram illustrating the portable learning terminal illustrated in FIG. 1 in detail.

* Brief description of symbols for the main parts of the drawings.

2: puzzle edition 5: multiple puzzle pieces

10: electronic pen 12: sensor unit

14: conversion processing unit 15: transmission module

20: portable learning terminal 22: receiving module

24: memory portion 25: central processing portion

7a to 7k: multiple fine marks

Claims (8)

A game device that can be played by assembling or sculpting pieces of pieces, each of which is formed with at least one fine mark among a plurality of unique fine marks including an index of audio and video information; An electronic pen recognizing respective fine marks formed on the respective engraving elements and transmitting an index signal corresponding to each of the recognized fine marks; And And a portable learning terminal receiving the index signal from the electronic pen to visually and visually display voice and image information corresponding to the received index signal. The electronic pen A first setting unit for setting at least one language information output and displayed according to a learner's selection, A sensor unit recognizing an index included in at least one fine mark among the fine marks formed in each of the engraving elements; A conversion processor for generating and outputting an index signal corresponding to the index recognized by the sensor unit according to the set language information; A first display unit which displays an output result of the set language information and the index signal generated from the conversion processing unit, and And a transmission module for wirelessly transmitting the index signal from the conversion processing unit to the portable learning terminal. The method of claim 1, The audio and video information And at least one of information and theme of a masterpiece or a fairy tale to be expressed through the game device, a background of the work, a name and information about a person and an object, and position and direction information for each element to be assembled. Language learning system using a game device characterized in that. The method of claim 1, The portable learning terminal A language learning system using a game device, characterized in that for displaying the voice and video information in at least one language (foreign language) of a plurality of languages (foreign language) stored in advance by the learner's selection. delete The method of claim 1, The conversion processing unit And at least one memory and a decoder for generating and outputting an index signal corresponding to the recognized index according to language information set by the learner. The method of claim 5, The portable learning terminal A second setting unit for setting at least one language information and image information output and displayed according to the learner's selection; A receiving module for wirelessly receiving an index signal input from a transmitting module of the electronic pen; A memory unit for storing audio and video signals corresponding to each index signal input through the receiving module; A central processor configured to analyze each index signal input through the receiving module and read and output audio and video signals corresponding to the index signal stored in the memory unit; An audio output unit for outputting a voice signal corresponding to the index signal output from the central processing unit to a speaker; And a second display unit for processing and displaying an image signal corresponding to the index signal output from the central processing unit. The method of claim 6, The memory section The content and theme of a masterpiece or a fairy tale corresponding to each index included in each of the fine marks, the background of the work, the name and information of each person and objects, a description of a predetermined city or landmark, a predetermined Game apparatus characterized in that the audio and video information for storing at least one of the music matching the object or the person and the position and direction information for the pieces of the pieces are assembled in at least one language and video is stored. Language learning system using. The method of claim 7, The portable learning terminal And a central processing unit and the memory unit in a portable device such as a mobile communication terminal, an MP3 player, a PMP, a DMB, a notebook computer, a portable TV, and a radio, to use the portable device as a portable learning terminal.

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