Transcript Tree-based Target Language Modeling

Linguistics and Artificial Intelligence
Frank Van Eynde
Center for Computational Linguistics
Faculty of Arts
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Objectives and focus
Explore and exploit the potential of state-of-the-art language
technology for data-oriented research in linguistics.
Emphasis on written language and transcribed speech.
Focus on the synchronic study of Dutch and English,
especially in the domains of
• Morphology
• Syntax
• Semantics
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Language Technology
Resources
• Annotated monolingual corpora
• Treebanks
• Annotated parallel corpora
Tools
• Query tools for mining linguistic resources
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Teaching material
A selection of articles and book chapters which report on
data-oriented investigations of topics in linguistics and
which explore the potential of current language technology
Web site that gives access to the relevant resources and the
tools
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Prerequisites
Some knowledge of linguistic terminology
No programming skills required
Inquisitive mind
Openness toward the use of language technology
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Evaluation
Write a paper about a linguistic topic of your own choice in
which you exploit the tools and resources that have been
presented in the course
Size: 10 pages, not including annexes.
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