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Generating readable texts for readers with low basic skills

Open Research Online (The Open University) · 2005 · 39 citations · 23 references

Concepts

EducationComputer ScienceLiteracy EducationNatural Language ProcessingReading ComprehensionReading EducationReadingReading AcquisitionReading Comprehension DifficultiesReading DifficultiesReading ImpairmentsText ComprehensionAdaptive Reading SystemsEasy-reading Text GenerationPoor Reading ComprehensionReadability

Abstract

Most NLG systems generate texts for readers with good reading ability, but SkillSum adapts its output for readers with poor literacy. Evaluation with lowskilled readers confirms that SkillSum's knowledge-based microplanning choices enhance readability. We also discuss future readability improvements.

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