CN2849868Y - Electronic learning system - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model provides an electronic learning system, include: the sound production device comprises one or more loudspeakers and a memory card slot for connecting a memory card; the pen-type scanner is communicated with the sound production device and comprises an optical sensor for reading codes; one or more textbooks comprising a text and one or more codes for reading by a pen scanner, each code corresponding to a portion of the text of the book; one or more memory cards for reading by the sound generator, the memory cards including one or more sound recordings. Corresponding to the book, by scanning any one of the codes, the sound generating device will play one or more sound recordings corresponding to the text of a part of the book with the scanned code. The utility model discloses a set of electronic learning system is constituteed with simple component, has convenient to use, small advantage.

Description

e-learning system

technical field

The utility model relates to an electronic learning system, in particular to a book comprising a sounding device, a pen type scanner, a memory card and codes that can be scanned.

Background technique

Sound reproduction devices have long been used as learning aids. By including the material correctly read aloud, the user can listen to said material and learn from it. This method of listening can be used as a learning aid for learning to read, learning a new language, and more.

However, there is a common shortcoming in the existing sound playback devices, that is, when the user wants to find and listen to the sound record corresponding to a certain part of the book, he often has to go through complicated operation procedures to find the desired sound record.

Contents of the invention

Aiming at the above-mentioned shortcomings of the existing sound replaying device, the technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a convenient electronic learning system and operation method.

In order to solve the shortcomings of existing recording and replaying devices, according to the utility model, an electronic learning system is provided, which includes: a sounding device, which includes one or more speakers, and a memory card slot for connecting a memory card slot; a pen scanner, in communication with the sound generating device, said pen scanner including an optical sensor for reading codes; one or more textbooks, including text, and one or more codes for reading by the pen scanner , each code corresponds to a certain part of the text in the book; one or more memory cards are used to be read by the sound generating device, and the memory card includes one or more sound recordings, corresponding to the book, characterized in that By scanning any code, the sound generating device will play one or more sound records corresponding to a part of the book text that is scanned.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, the book includes a set of pages, at least some of which include one or more codes.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, each code is included on the surface of the page.

As another preferred solution of the present utility model, the pen-type scanner communicates with the sound generating device in a wireless manner.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, the wireless communication method is radio frequency (radio frequency) communication.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, the wireless communication method is infrared transmission (infrared radiation) communication.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, the sound generating device further includes a microphone.

As another preferred solution of the present utility model, the sound generating device further includes a recorder and a sound replay function.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, the sounding device includes two or more language selection keys for the user to choose from two or more languages.

As another preferred solution of the present invention, the sound generating device includes a plurality of browsing keys for the user to select and play one or more sound records stored in the memory card.

Description of drawings

Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a sounding device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

Fig. 2 is a rear view of the sounding device shown in Fig. 1;

Fig. 3 is the bottom view of the sounding device shown in Fig. 1;

Fig. 4 is the front view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1;

Fig. 5 is a left view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1;

Fig. 6 is a top view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1;

Fig. 7 is a right side view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1;

8 is a perspective view of a pen-type scanner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

Fig. 9 is a front view of the pen type scanner shown in Fig. 8;

Fig. 10 is a bottom view of the pen scanner shown in Fig. 8;

FIG. 11 is a rear view of the pen-type scanner shown in FIG. 8;

Fig. 12 is a left view of the pen scanner shown in Fig. 8;

Fig. 13 is a right view of the pen scanner shown in Fig. 8;

FIG. 14 is a top view of the pen-type scanner shown in FIG. 8;

15a, 15b and 15c are software flow charts of the present utility model.

Detailed ways

An electronic learning system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a sound generating device, a pen-type scanner, and the sound generating device and the pen-type scanner operate together with a memory card and a book. The memory card and the book are a set, and the audio recording of the book content is stored in the corresponding memory card in the form of one or more files. The files in the memory card can be read by the sound generating device. Books contain a set of unique scannable codes, each code corresponding to a section of the book. For example, each sentence has a corresponding code, or each line has its corresponding code, or each paragraph has its corresponding code, or each page has its corresponding code. Pen-type scanners can be used to scan codes in books. The scanned code is converted into a signal, which is sent to the sound generator. The sound generating device matches the signal with a part of the sound record stored in the memory card corresponding to the scanned code, and then plays the part of the sound record. Therefore, the user can listen to the recording and follow the contents of the book at the same time.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user can simultaneously record his own voice while reading a certain part of the book, and then replay the recording to listen to his reading aloud.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user can play part of the sound recordings stored in the memory card, and play his own recordings for comparison to find similarities and dissimilarities. Users can practice and improve their pronunciation skills by trying to imitate parts of the sound played from the memory card.

Referring to FIG. 1 , FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a sounding device of an electronic learning system according to an embodiment of the present invention. The sound generating device 100 includes a control panel located at the top of the device, the control panel includes a first language selection key 102, a second language selection key 104, a recording replay/stop key 106, a recording key 108, a group of browsing keys 110, The play/pause/stop key 112, the repeat key 114, the off display light 116, the recording display light 118, and the microphone 120 may also include an on/off key 122. The sound generating device 100 may also include an earphone input 124 for connecting an earphone, a microphone input 126 for connecting an external microphone, and a DC input 128 for connecting a DC power converter. A left speaker 130 is also shown.

The sound generating device 100 has a roughly rectangular cubic carrier with curved edges and corners. The carrier may be of any suitable shape and size, and may be made of any suitable material. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the carrier is made of plastic or a composite material of plastic and polymer.

Fig. 2 is a rear view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1 . Shown as a memory card slot 202, fastening holes 204 are used to receive screws or other fastening fasteners to keep the carrier tight. The memory card slot 202 is an input terminal for connecting a memory card (not shown in the figure). Although a memory card is not shown, any suitable memory card configured for use with the sound generating device 100 may be used. At the same time, the sound generating device 100 can use any format and rules to store data in the memory card and extract data from the memory card. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the memory card is a self-developed memory card specially developed for use with the sound generating device 100 .

Fig. 3 is a bottom view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1 . The figure shows fastening hole 204 , battery case cover 302 , left speaker 130 , right speaker 132 , headphone input 124 , microphone input 126 , and key lock button 304 . The battery box cover 302 leads to the battery box, and is used for containing the battery to provide power to the sound generating device. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the sound generating device uses two AA batteries. However, any suitable battery may be used. The key lock key 304 is used to lock other keys to avoid false triggering.

Fig. 4 is a front view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1 . The figure shows a headphone input 124 , a microphone input 126 , and a DC power converter input 128 .

Fig. 5 is a left side view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1 . A left speaker 130 and a microphone input 126 are shown.

Fig. 6 is a top view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1 . The figure shows a control panel including the buttons described in FIG. 1 . Also shown in the figure is a left speaker 130 , a right speaker 132 , a switch key 122 , a headphone input 124 , a microphone input 126 and a memory card slot 202 .

Fig. 7 is a right side view of the sound generating device shown in Fig. 1 . It is shown in the figure that the right speaker 132 , the earphone input 124 , and the volume control key 702 are included. The volume control key is used to control the volume of the speaker, and when the headset is connected to the input of the headset, control the volume of the headset.

Although not shown in the drawings, the sound generating device 100 includes a microprocessor and related circuits, which are connected to the above-mentioned buttons, inputs, and power to perform the functions described in this specification for the pen scanner and the sound generating device. The microprocessor may be any suitable microprocessor capable of performing the functions described above.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a pen-type scanner according to an embodiment of the present invention. The pen scanner shown in the picture has a cylindrical shape for easy grip and use. However, the pen scanner can also be of other shapes or sizes. The pen-type scanner can be made of any suitable material, such as plastic, metal, compound or any combination of materials.

Shown in Figure 8 is a pen-type scanner 800, including a scanning port 802 with a built-in optical sensor; a switch key 804; a display light 806 for displaying whether the scanning pen is activated; a pen-type scanner body 808; one or more The grip area 810 ; the scanning end 812 and the non-scanning end 814 . The one or more gripping areas 810 can be made of a material different from that of the body 808 so that the user can hold the pen scanner 800 more comfortably and stably. The main body 808 can be opened to place one or more batteries therein to provide power for the pen scanner 800 . According to one embodiment of the present invention, the pen scanner 800 uses a single AAA battery.

The pen-type scanner 800 is set to communicate with the sound generating device 100 wirelessly, and transmits the data scanned by the optical sensor to the sound generating device 100 . According to an embodiment of the present invention, the wireless communication is performed by radio frequency (radio frequency) signals. The pen-type scanner includes a radio frequency transmitter, and may also be a radio frequency transceiver. The sound generating device 100 includes a radio frequency receiver, and may also be a radio frequency transceiver. However, other wireless communication methods, such as infrared radiation, can also be used. In addition, a wired connection is also available.

FIG. 9 is a front view of the pen type scanner shown in FIG. 8 . The figure shows a scanning port 802 , an on/off key 804 , and a display light 806 .

FIG. 10 is a bottom view of the pen-type scanner shown in FIG. 8 . Shown is scan port 802 . It can be seen from the figure that the pen-type scanner 800 has a roughly circular cross-section. However, any suitable shape and size may be used.

FIG. 11 is a rear view of the pen-type scanner shown in FIG. 8 . Shown is the scan port 802 and one of the gripping areas 810 .

FIG. 12 is a left side view of the pen type scanner shown in FIG. 8 . The scanning port 802, the switch key 804, the display light 806, and the grip area 810 are shown in the figure.

FIG. 13 is a right side view of the pen scanner shown in FIG. 8 . The scanning port 802, the switch key 804, the display light 806, and the grip area 810 are shown in the figure.

FIG. 14 is a top view of the pen-type scanner shown in FIG. 8 . The non-scanning end can be set to any other purpose that does not affect the scanning function of the pen scanner 800 , such as lighting.

15a, 15b and 15c are software flow charts of the present utility model. The figure shows related instructions executed by the microprocessor included in the sound generating device 100 to enable the pen scanner and the sound generating device to achieve the functions described in this specification.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, the electronic learning system operates in the following manner. The user inserts the memory card into the memory card slot on the sound generating device, and turns on the power of the sound generating device and the pen-type scanner. The user looks for the code associated with the memory card from the book. The user scans the code with the optical sensor on the pen scanner. The sound generating device searches for a corresponding sound file or a section of the sound file from the memory card according to the scanned code. Each code is unique and corresponds to a sound file or a section of a sound file. Then, the corresponding sound record will be played from the sound generating device. After the audio recording is finished playing, the user can press the repeat key 114 (see FIG. 1 ) to replay the audio recording. After the user scans a code, the user can scan another code to listen to another sound record.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the code is included in a page of a book. The code is readable by an optical scanner but cannot be read by the naked eye. The codes are hidden within symbols, marks or small patterns. The symbols, marks and pictograms are placed next to the relevant book content to show where the code can be scanned. The pen type scanner is placed over the symbol or mark or small pattern to scan the code.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the symbol or mark or small pattern may be an image related to the text of the book. For example, if the context is about utterances spoken by a character, the character's avatar may be used as a code-containing symbol or indicium or small pattern.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, by pressing the play/pause/stop key 112, the book content can be selected to be played, paused, or stopped.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, by repeatedly pressing the repeat key 114, three playback modes can be selected cyclically in order, and the sound generating device will emit corresponding prompt sounds, which are respectively:

(1) once: play the content once;

(2) three times: play the content mentioned three times;

(3) Listening: Play the content once, then mute. Let the user read along, and the mute time is the last playback time plus two seconds.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user can also use the browse key 110 to choose to listen to other sound recording parts. For example:

(1) Short press the left arrow key to play in reverse order from the previous sentence;

(2) Short press the right arrow key to play from the next sentence;

(3) Long press the left arrow key to play in reverse order from the previous page;

(4) Long press the right arrow key to play sequentially from the next page;

(5) Short press the up arrow key to play in reverse order from the last sentence of the previous lesson;

(6) Short press the arrow key to play from the first sentence of the next lesson;

(7) Long press the up arrow key to play in reverse order from the last sentence of the previous book;

(8) Long press the arrow key to play from the first sentence of the next book;

While playing the sound recording, the user can use the recording function. After listening to the audio recording, the user can press the recording button 108 to record the user's own reading voice through the microphone 120 or an external microphone connected to the microphone input 126 . The recording function may operate in any suitable manner. For example, the recording device 100 can record the user's voice when the user keeps pressing the recording key 108 . According to another embodiment of the present utility model, the user presses the recording key 108 once, and the recording starts and after (1) a preset time (such as 10 seconds), or (2) after the user presses the recording key 108 again, Or (3) the user presses other keys (except the key lock key) to respond to other functions and then stop. Users can repeat the recording continuously.

Users can use the recording replay/stop key 106 to replay their recordings. By pressing the recording replay/stop key 106 repeatedly, the recording replay can be stopped and replayed at any time. By pressing the recording replay/stop key 106 back and forth, and then pressing the play/pause/stop key 112 or the repeat key 114, the user can play back and forth his own recording and play the selected sound record in the memory card.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user can directly select and listen to the sound recording part by pressing the keys without scanning the code. For example, the user can insert a memory card and press the play/pause/stop button 112 or the browse button 110 to select and listen to the sound recording stored in the memory card.

According to another embodiment of the present invention, the user can use the first language selection key and the second language selection key to select and play one or more languages stored in the memory card.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first language selection key and the second language selection key each support four different languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean. By pressing the first language selection key 102 or the second language selection key 104 repeatedly, the user can choose to play two different languages according to the settings of the two language selection keys. When the languages selected by the first and second language selection keys are different, the sounding device will first play the book content according to the language selected by the first language selection key, and then select according to the second language after a moment of silence (such as 2 seconds). key to replay the portion of the book in the selected language. For example, after turning on the device, press the first language selection key repeatedly until the sounding device emits a prompt tone "Chinese", indicating that the first language is set to Chinese. At the same time, when the second language is the default English, when the user clicks on a sentence with a pen-type scanner, such as "Look at this..." next to the small human head pattern containing codes, the sound device will first play Chinese in Chinese The sentence "Look at this...", and the English sentence "Look at this..." is played in English two seconds later. When the first and second language selections are the same, the sound generating device only plays the book content once in the selected language. The default value of the first and second language selection keys is English. The first and second languages can be switched from among the four languages by repeatedly pressing the first or second language selection key.

By reading or listening to part of the book, the user records and replays the voice of himself reading aloud. The user can listen to his own voice and the voice in the memory card and compare them to find similarities and dissimilarities. In this way, the system is used as a learning aid. Users can practice and improve their pronunciation skills by trying to imitate parts of the sound played from the memory card.

Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the system described above can be implemented in many different forms. For example, while certain types of components and methods of operation have been described above, other suitable components and methods of operation could be used. Although only one operation method has been described above, the sound generating device and the pen-type scanner can also be used in any combination according to user needs. Although the above only describes the use of books with the above-mentioned system, the code can also be included on any suitable object or material, such as cards, paper, stickers, leaflets, computer printed pages, magazines, newspapers and other things.

The references to the above various specific embodiments are only for convenience of explanation and assistance in understanding the utility model. In no case should these examples be relied upon as limiting or restrictive. In addition, it should also be understood that the scope of the present invention should be interpreted according to the spirit of the above-mentioned invention and naturally covers obvious or common modifications or changes for those skilled in the art. In particular, the present invention discloses a synergy of relatively simple components to provide an electronic learning system in which existing sound reproduction is met and provided in a simple manner and with relatively simple components. Inadequacies of the device.

Claims (10)

1. An electronic learning system comprising: Sound generating device, which includes one or more speakers, and a memory card slot for connecting a memory card; A pen-type scanner, in communication with the sound-generating device, said pen-type scanner including an optical sensor for reading the code; One or more textbooks, which include the text, and one or more codes for the pen-type scanner to read, each code corresponding to a certain part of the text of the book; one or more memory cards for being read by a sound-generating device, said memory card comprising one or more sound recordings corresponding to said book, It is characterized in that, by scanning any one of the codes, the sound generating device will play one or more sound records corresponding to a part of the book content that is scanned and coded. 2. The electronic learning system of claim 1, wherein said book comprises a set of pages, at least some of which comprise one or more codes. 3. The electronic learning system of claim 2, wherein each code is included on the surface of said page. 4. The electronic learning system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pen-type scanner communicates with the sound generating device in a wireless manner. 5. The electronic learning system as claimed in claim 4, wherein said wireless communication means is radio frequency (radio frequency) communication. 6. The electronic learning system as claimed in claim 4, wherein the wireless communication method is infrared transmission (infrared radiation) communication. 7. The electronic learning system according to claim 1, wherein the sound generating device further comprises a microphone. 8. The electronic learning system according to claim 1, wherein the sound generating device further comprises a recorder and a sound replay function. 9. The electronic learning system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sound generating device comprises two or more language selection keys for the user to select from two or more languages. 10. The electronic learning system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sound generating device includes a plurality of browsing keys for the user to select and play one or more sound recordings stored in the memory card.

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