Second language (L2) pronunciation has become increasingly visible as an important area of L2 teaching and research. Despite the growing number of resources available focused on L2 pronunciation, technology in L2 pronunciation has received much less attention. While technology has been an enduring strand of L2 pronunciation research, it has also been somewhat inconspicuous. Indeed, research has examined a wide variety of technologies such as language-learning platforms, speech visualizatio...

This book presents the select proceedings of the 4th Biennial International Conference on Future Learning Aspects for Mechanical Engineering (FLAME 2024). It covers the applications of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) in the development of smart systems, with a particular focus on engineering and healthcare applications. It provides a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art techniques, methodologies, and practical implementations of ML and AI to address complex pro...