README
Voxspell is a simple program designed to test spelling ability. It provides multiple difficulties to enable the evaluation of a wide range of spelling skills.
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Installation:
In Linux, ensure that you have both Festival and the voice akl_nz_jdt_diphone installed. Also, a Java version of 1.7 or greater must be present on your system. Ensure that the file 'NZCER-spelling-lists.txt' is present in the program folder. This file allows the user to edit the dictionary of words used in the spelling quiz.
To run Voxspell, simply execute VoxspellPrototype.jar.
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Program Instructions:
Main Menu:
When Voxspell starts, you will be presented with 2 options. Click "Begin Quiz" to start a new quiz, or press the gear in the top right to view the settings. The first time you start a quiz, you will be asked which level you would like to start from. Choose one from the drop-down menu and press "OK" to continue, or "Back" to go back to the main menu.
Settings:
In this menu you are able to change the voice Voxspell speaks to you in. Simply choose a voice you like from the drop-down menu. Click the back button to return to the main menu.
Quiz Select:
In this menu you are able to choose the level of difficulty you would like to be tested on, starting from the level you previously selected. To unlock higher levels, you must first complete a spelling test from the previous level with an accuracy of 90% or higher. Whether you have previously passed or failed a test is displayed next to each level, as well as your overall accuracy for each level.
Quiz:
Here your spelling will be tested on a 10 random words from your selected level. The program will ask you to spell a particular word, and you can attempt to spell it by typing your answer in the central textbox. Click the arrow button or press "enter" on your keyboard to submit your answer. If you get it wrong, you will have the opportunity to try again, however this second attempt will not affect your accuracy for the test. If you wish for the word to be repeated, then click the microphone button above the text field. Your progress in the test is displayed at the bottom of the window.
If you are able to achieve an accuracy of 90% or greater in a particular test, then you will be rewarded with video you can view. Strive for 100% to receive an additional video!
This program is held under the GNU General Public License.