| Row ID | Full name in Chinese/中文全名 | Full name in English/英文全名 | Gender/性別 | Current Year of Study/目前就讀的年級 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 余安之 | Yu On Chee Erin | Female/女性 | Grade 5/小學五年級 |
| 2 | 張蕊菡 | Cheung Yui Ham Jaimee | Female/女性 | Grade 5/小學五年級 |
One common challenge in learning Chinese is distinguishing between similar-looking characters and understanding their contextual usage. Many Chinese characters can appear quite similar but have entirely different meanings. On the other hand, some words may sound alike yet differ significantly in their written form. This can be confusing and make students feel frustrated. When learners can’t understand these characters or need to spend a lot of time memorizing the correct word, they may get bored and lose interest in studying Chinese. Many students likely experience this struggle, creating a shared sense of challenge that can be discouraging in their language-learning journey.
AI plays several important roles in this project. First, we used Google to research common Chinese language mistakes in Hong Kong. Then we used DeepSeek AI to create sentences containing these tricky words and generate multiple-choice questions. Finally, Claude 3.7 Sonnet helped us build the web application and fix bugs in the code. The data was organized in CSV files so it's easy to update with new content.
For the programming part, we turned this learning tool into a Mario-style game where players control Mario using arrow keys to jump and hit bricks containing sentences with mistakes. When they hit the correct brick, they're given choices to select the proper words. We added Mario graphics, animations, music, a timer, and a scoring system to make it more engaging. We didn't need to be a programming expert - AI helped generate the HTML and JavaScript code, and we could make simple modifications ourselves.
We plan to integrate AI into the app to dynamically generate new sets of questions at various levels of difficulty based on the user's score. This feature will serve as both an assessment tool and a system for tailoring questions to best meet the individual needs of students.
Our proposed solution combines various elements to create an engaging self-learning game that is both fun and educational, at the same time making good use of various AI generative tools.
The game, inspired by Super Mario, features a web application where players control Mario to identify incorrect Chinese characters in sentences. This interactive approach incorporates principles of "learning through play," making language practice enjoyable.
Key functionalities include responsive controls for both mobile and desktop users, a user-friendly interface with progress indicators, and visually appealing Mario-style graphics with sound effects that enhance gameplay. A robust scoring system rewards accuracy and speed, while effective error handling ensures a smooth user experience.
By integrating these components, we aim to spark interest in learning Chinese, particularly for students who may struggle to stay focused. Our goal is to make language learning entertaining, engaging and rewarding, ultimately fostering a love for the language.
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