Automatic speech recognition and a review of its functioning with dysarthric speech

Abstract

The use of speech as a means of access can be a very powerful tool for individuals with motor disabilities. Knowledge of how automatic speech recognition (ASR) can function with dysarthric speech is important when selecting a system because dysarthria often accompanies other motor disorders. This paper provides an overview of the ASR process and discusses the functioning of different types of ASR systems with dysarthric speech. Methods to assess the appropriateness of a selected system are also described.

• adaptation
• assistive technology
• augmentative communication
• automatic speech recognition (ASR)
• dysarthric speech
• training