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People are now regularly interacting with voice assistants (VAs), which are conversational agents that allow users to use spoken language to interface with a machine to complete tasks. The huge adoption and daily use of VAs by millions of people - and its increasing use for financial, healthcare, and educational applications - raises important questions about the linguistic and social factors that affect spoken language interactions with machines.
We are exploring issues of linguistic and social biases that impact speech communication in human-computer interaction - particularly during cross-language transfer, learning, or adaptation of some kind. In this talk, I will present two case studies illustrating some of our most recent work in this area. The first study looks at a case of cross-language ASR transfer. We find systematic linguistic and phonetic disparities in language transfer by machines trained on a source language to speech recognition of a novel target, low-resource language. The second study looks at a case of social bias in word learning by humans using voice-enabled apps. We find the word learning is inhibited when there are mismatching social cues presented by the voice and the linguistic information.
Together, along with highlights from other ongoing work in my lab, the aim of this talk is to underscore that human-computer linguistic communication is a rich testing ground for investigating issues in speech and language variation. Examining linguistic variation during HCI can enrich and elaborate linguistic theory, as well as present opportunities for linguists to provide insights for improving both the function and fairness of these technologies.
Event date: 25/03/2025
Speaker: Professor. Georgia ZELLOU (University of California, Davis)
Hosted by: Faculty of Humanities
- Subjects:
- Communication and Language and Languages
- Keywords:
- Linguistics English language -- Variation Speech processing systems English language -- Spoken English Human-computer interaction
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- Video
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Chen Hao, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses the marketing strategy of Lyf, a co-living apartment brand, using talk show events to engage with its target audience of young, educated consumers in China. The key aspects of the strategy include using the relatable and entertaining format of talk shows to build brand awareness and community, developing communication channels like social media and event activities to drive participation and conversion, and continuously refining the event format and themes to maintain audience interest. While the strategy has yielded positive outcomes in building brand recognition and acquiring new members, the case also highlights the challenges of sustaining the appeal of such events and effectively integrating online and offline engagement. Overall, the case demonstrates how Lyf has leveraged the popularity of talk shows among its target demographic to forge deeper connections with potential customers.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝陳昊為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例研究討論了共用生活公寓品牌Lyf的行銷策略，該品牌利用脫口秀活動與目標受眾（中國受過良好教育的年輕消費者）互動。該策略的關鍵方面包括使用脫口秀節目的親和力和娛樂性來建立品牌知名度和社區，開發社交媒體和線下活動等溝通管道以推動參與和轉化，以及不斷完善活動形式和主題以保持觀眾的興趣。雖然該策略在建立品牌知名度和獲得新成員方面取得了積極成果，但該案例也凸顯了維持此類活動的吸引力以及有效整合線上和線下參與的挑戰。總體而言，該案例展示了Lyf如何利用脫口秀在其目標人群中的受歡迎程度與潛在客戶建立更深層次的聯繫。
- Subjects:
- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Apartment houses -- Marketing Hospitality industry -- Marketing
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- Others
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This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Yi Liang, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses the marketing strategy of Xiangyan Rock Tea, a premium oolong tea brand from the Wuyi Mountain region of China. The company recognized the importance of accurately positioning its high-quality tea and targeting potential customers with the purchasing power and demand for such products. By leveraging relationships with influential figures in the local real estate and cultural tourism industries, the company could effectively introduce its tea to a select group of middle and high-level consumers. The company significantly increased its revenue and established a loyal customer base through personalized product samples, constant communication, and building trust. The case highlights the value of thorough market segmentation, relationship-driven promotion, and emotional preparation in marketing premium tea products to a specific, high-net-worth target audience.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝易亮為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例討論了中國武夷山區優質烏龍茶品牌響岩岩茶的行銷策略。該公司認識到準確定位其高品質茶葉的重要性，並瞄準具有購買力和需求的潛在客戶。通過利用與當地房地產和文化旅遊業有影響力的人物的關係，該公司能夠有效地將其茶葉介紹給選定的中高端消費者群體。通過個人化的產品樣品、持續的溝通和建立信任，該公司顯著增加了收入並建立了忠實的客戶群。該案例凸顯了徹底的市場細分、關係驅動的推廣和情感準備在向特定的高凈值目標受眾營銷優質茶產品方面的價值。
- Subjects:
- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Bring (Marketing) Marketing Customer relations -- Management
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- Others
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Others
This video is made by Dr. Pearl Lin and Dr. Clare Fung's project, "Great Case of Marketing in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry." A special thanks to Bao Yanli, who provided information and insights for this video. This case discusses that to celebrate the 50th anniversary of China-Spain diplomatic relations and the anniversary of its hotels in China, Gran Meliá hotels launched a campaign focused on the "Mantón de Manila", a traditional Spanish shawl with Chinese cultural origins. The campaign leveraged the heritage and craftsmanship of both countries, featuring flamenco performances, Shu embroidery, and high-end experiences at Gran Meliá hotels in China. The integrated marketing effort generated significant media coverage and social media engagement, reinforcing Gran Meliá's position as a purveyor of Spanish luxury in the Chinese market.
本視頻由林博士和馮博士的專案「酒店和旅遊業行銷的傑出案例」製作。特別感謝包豔麗為本視頻提供信息和見解。本案例探討了為慶祝中西建交50周年及旗下酒店在華開業周年，美利亞酒店集團旗下Gran Meliá品牌推出以“Mantón de Manila”為主題的營銷活動。Mantón de Manila是一種源自中國文化的西班牙傳統披肩。該營銷活動充分利用了兩國的傳統和工藝，包括弗拉門戈表演、蜀繡在中國Gran Meliá酒店的高端體驗。整合行銷活動獲得了大量媒體報導和社交媒體參與，鞏固了Gran Meliá这一西班牙奢華品牌在中国市场的地位。
- Subjects:
- Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Hotels -- Marketing Cultural property Hospitality industry -- Marketing
- Resource Type:
- Others
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Video
The idea of translanguaging has disrupted much of the thinking about language, communication and learning and raised some fundamental questions about human language and human cognition. One of these questions concerns an assumption that seems to underlie a great deal of the work on intercultural communication, and that is, speakers of different named languages not only use language differently, but also think differently and have different worldviews. In this talk, I want to invite the participants to rethink about this issue, from the perspective of Translanguaging, which posits that bilinguals and multilinguals do not think unilingually and thinking goes beyond named languages and indeed beyond what has traditionally been conceived as linguistic versus non-linguistic processes. I offer my views on the existing work in intercultural communication and cross-linguistic studies of cognitive processing and Linguistic Relativity. Implications of this common-humanity-based conceptual stance for intercultural communication including business and workplace lingua franca communication, as well as for language learning and pedagogy, and research design are discussed.
Event date: 18/07/2024
Speaker: Prof. Wei LI (University College London)
Hosted by: Faculty of Humanities
- Subjects:
- Language and Languages
- Keywords:
- Communicative competence Translanguaging (Linguistics) Multilingualism Intercultural communication Language awareness
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- Video
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MOOC
In today’s workplace, professionals don’t work alone, and rarely work with just one other person. More often, we are required to work in groups to strategize, design solutions, ideate, motivate, manage, and execute. This course, part of the Leadership Essentials Professional Certificate program, complements business communication skills and expands those competencies to provide a foundation for decision-making, consensus-building, and problem-solving within a group environment.
In this course, learners will analyze and evaluate their own experiences of leading and participating in teams, and will relate them to industry examples.
Topics in the course also include:
Team formation and development
Building, leading, organizing, and motivating teams
Managing conflict in groups to build productive professional relationships
Collaboration among cross-functional teams
Interpersonal relationship dynamics in small groups
- Keywords:
- Interpersonal communication Teams in the workplace Business communication
- Resource Type:
- MOOC
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Shenzhen Air International Hotel successfully implemented an aviation culture theme project, transforming the hotel into an "Aviation Museum Hotel." Through upgrading the visual experience, incorporating cultural and creative design concepts, and enhancing digital transformation, the hotel created a unique and immersive aviation and aerospace cultural atmosphere for guests. This innovative approach led to improved reputation, attracting internet celebrities for check-ins and live streams, and increased economic benefits with higher occupancy rates and room rates. Moving forward, the challenge lies in maintaining internet popularity, providing high-quality service, and continuously refreshing the aviation culture for long-term success.
- Subjects:
- Marketing and Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Hotels -- Marketing Hospitality industry -- Marketing
- Resource Type:
- Others
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Others
Universal Beijing Resort, the fifth Universal Studios theme park globally, has embarked on a cross-border cooperation with Honor of Kings, a popular Chinese video game. With its extensive influence and user base, Honor of Kings presents a unique opportunity for cultural integration and brand influence at the resort. The marketing strategy centers around creating an immersive interactive experience by blending international theme park elements with local Chinese IP. Themed activities, including a hero parade and meet-and-greet events, along with exclusive merchandise and food offerings, aim to provide visitors with a culturally rich experience. This collaboration has attracted a wider audience, generated positive feedback, and garnered significant social media attention. However, maintaining cultural integration and staying ahead of competing local IP collaborations pose ongoing challenges. The resort must continue to innovate, adapt to visitor preferences, and deliver an extraordinary experience to sustain its competitive advantage in the Chinese-themed park market.
- Subjects:
- Marketing and Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Amusement parks -- China -- Beijing Amusement parks -- Marketing
- Resource Type:
- Others
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Others
In the fiercely competitive hotel market, MGM Grand Sanya, with its hardware shortcomings compared to new luxury hotels in the area, faced challenges and opportunities. To maintain market vitality and achieve revenue growth, the hotel employed effective marketing strategies. By accurately segmenting customer groups and developing tailored products, such as a Suite Terrace Wedding Scene for small-scale outdoor weddings, the hotel increased its visibility and conversion rate. Implementing brand cross-border cooperation, MGM Grand Sanya formed unique joint products to attract more customers and enhance brand exposure. Additionally, through optimizing space scenes and creating popular photo hotspots, the hotel maintained its popularity.
- Subjects:
- Marketing and Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Hotels -- Marketing Hospitality industry -- Marketing
- Resource Type:
- Others
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Others
The case of Gubei Water Town demonstrates creating a starry town at the foot of the Great Wall based on product innovation and integrated marketing theory, backed by the Simatai Great Wall culture.
- Subjects:
- Marketing and Hotel, Travel and Tourism
- Keywords:
- Tourism -- Marketing China -- Beijing Tourism
- Resource Type:
- Others
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