In this paper, we report on the results of an experiment to perform the effects of speech-rate conversion for three party dialogue including elderly person.
The experimental method we adopted was compared Turn-taking model between the two systems: speech rate conversion system and non-conversion system, it was shown that the increased turn-taking using “self-selection” techniques in speech rate conversion environment.
This results means it has an influence a turn-taking strategy in the use of speech-rate conversion.
Some observations indicate that the duration on reaction time of elderly person has become faster in turn-taking when the speech rate conversion is used. Finally, we conclude with a description of the experimental results and discussion of two case studies.