WO2020065679A1

WO2020065679A1 - An interactive music learning platform

Info

Publication number: WO2020065679A1
Application number: PCT/IN2019/050710
Authority: WO
Inventors: Ravi Krishnamurthy
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2018-09-28
Filing date: 2019-09-27
Publication date: 2020-04-02
Anticipated expiration: 2021-03-28

Abstract

The invention provides a user interactive method for learning music. The method includes allowing the user to select at least one course from a plurality of courses presented to the user, subjecting the user to a preliminary assessment based on the course selected, presenting to the user at least one teacher based on preliminary assessment, scheduling a live session to learn at least one topic from the selected teacher, reviewing the learnt topic dynamically and subjecting the user to final assessment for obtaining a certificate.

Description

AN INTERACTIVE MUSIC LEARNING PLATFORM

FIELD OF INVENTION

The present invention relates to a learning platform and more particularly to an interactive music learning platform. BACKGROUND

Various modes of learning and assessment are adopted for training and enhancing skill set of candidates. Learning and assessment can be provided for various purposes such as equipping the candidates for a job, skill enhancement, examinations, and other such activities. One of the most common modes of learning and assessment is classroom training where the candidates are expected to attend lectures or sessions imparted by instructors. Conventional systems also provide learning and assessment using computer resources, such as through online lectures or sessions and tutorial. Such online resources are provided over the internet by means of pre-stored lectures or sessions and/or online audios and/or video tutorials. Learning by these systems are usually one-sided with primary focus on imparting the training in a prescribed manner, and the individual capabilities of the candidates engaged with such learning systems is not considered. In recent years, web based training portals are increasingly gaining popularity by providing easy method of learning. There are systems known in the art to teach music online. One of the systems known in the art provides a browser based educational ecosystem and interactive platform for music learning. The major drawback of the system is that it requires tutors and learners to be available online and the system also lacks in providing an interactive platform. Further, the system also has fixed time slots and therefore pupils and tutors cannot participate anytime convenient to them.

Another platform known in the art provides a community based online social network platform for learning music, where students can upload recordings of their playing and receive detailed feedback from other member of the community. Advanced tools let reviewers place their comments as annotations at exactly the right place in the audio signal representation. The primary disadvantage is that it does not have video learning platform, another drawback is that it is not specific to one to one learning, anyone can post queries and anyone can participate in answering the queries.

Hence, there is a need for an interactive music learning system that provides real-time feedback, thereby providing effective music learning.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS So that the manner in which the recited features of the invention can be understood in detail, some of the embodiments are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments.

FIG. 1 shows a high level architecture of an interactive music learning platform, according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 2 shows a representative screenshot of a user interface of the interactive music learning platform, according to an embodiment of the invention. FIG. 3 shows a representative screenshot of a user interface showing dynamic review of a topic, according to an embodiment of the invention.

FIG. 4 shows a representative screenshot of a user interface showing interpretation of color coding, according to an embodiment of the invention.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

One aspect of the invention provides a user interactive method for learning music. The method includes allowing the user to select at least one course from a plurality of courses presented to the user, subjecting the user to a preliminary assessment based on the course selected, presenting to the user at least one teacher based on preliminary assessment, scheduling a live session to learn at least one topic from the selected teacher, reviewing the learnt topic dynamically and subjecting the user to final assessment for obtaining a certificate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

Various embodiments of the invention provide a user interactive platform and method for learning music. FIG. 1 shows a high level architecture of the interactive music learning platform, according to an embodiment of the invention. The platform includes a plurality of user devices 101 and a centralized server 103, communicating among each other over a communication network 105. The plurality of user devices 101 described herein includes but is not limited to a smart phone, a tablet, a laptop and a personal computer. The server 103 is coupled to a database 107. The database 107 is configured for retrievably storing a plurality of information. The information described herein includes, but not limited to, user specific information and subject specific information. In an embodiment, the communication network described herein includes but is not limited to a wireless network, a wire line network, a local area network, a wide area network, a metropolitan area network, a GSM network, a CDMA network, 3G network, 4G network or a combination thereof. The user interactive method for learning music includes allowing the user to select at least one course from a plurality of courses presented to the user, subjecting the user to a preliminary assessment based on the course selected, presenting to the user at least one teacher based on preliminary assessment, scheduling a live session to learn at least one topic from the selected teacher, reviewing the learnt topic dynamically and subjecting the user to final assessment for obtaining a certificate. Each of the steps of the method, described briefly herein above shall be explained in detail through examples and specific embodiments of the invention. Initially, the method includes authenticating a user. The method of authenticating the user includes the step of verifying one or more parameters. Examples of parameters include but are not limited to name, age, mobile number, email id and address. The user described herein includes but is not limited to students, learners, trainees, teachers, evaluators and administrators. Upon authenticating the user, the method allows the user to select at least one course from a plurality of courses presented to the user. The course described herein is classical, modern or contemporary. The course can be either vocal or instrumental. Examples of course include, but are not limited to, guitar, violin, veena, drum and the like courses. FIG. 2 shows a representative screenshot of a user interface of the interactive music learning platform, according to an embodiment of the invention. The platform shows a plurality of details related to the courses enrolled. The details include, but are not limited to, courses approved, status of the courses, course duration, courses pending, tests scheduled, tests taken, start date, end date, maximum score, score obtained and certificate.

Based on the course selected, the user is subjected to a preliminary assessment. The preliminary assessment is conducted to determine the learner-level. The assessment is done online. The assessment described herein includes, but is not limited to, a written assessment, an oral assessment and/ or a combination thereof. The oral assessment includes an audio assessment, a video assessment or a combination thereof. Upon completion of the preliminary assessment, the user is presented with at least one teacher. In an embodiment of the invention, the user is provided an option to choose the teacher from whom he/she wants to learn music. Subsequent to selection of teacher, a live session is scheduled to learn at least one topic from the selected teacher. In one example of the invention, the topic mentioned herein is a chapter in the syllabus. The learnt topic is then dynamically reviewed by an evaluator. FIG. 3 shows a representative screenshot of a user interface showing dynamic review of a topic, according to an embodiment of the invention. The review is done using at least one mode that includes, but is not limited to, audio, video, audio-video, notation or a combination thereof. Fig. 3(a) shows an evaluator asking a question during a review session, according to an embodiment of the invention. Fig. 3(b) shows a student answering the question during a review session according to an embodiment of the invention. The user is then subjected to a final assessment for obtaining a certificate. In one example of the invention, the students take the assessments online by answering questions in real time. The platform accesses the webcam on computers and front facing cameras on mobiles and tablets. In another embodiment of the invention, students answer the question by uploading a video recording. The student is provided an option to change the answer if he/ she deems fit before submitting the assessment. The video based answers help evaluators catch the students in the process of making mistakes and this helps greatly in course correction and aids maximum learning. The submitted assessment is then evaluated by an assigned evaluator. The evaluator could be the teacher himself or a person nominated by the teacher. On completion of the evaluation, the student gets intimation that his assessment is evaluated and he/she can check the scores. The evaluators also give personalised feedback in text or in video format. Subsequent to the final assessment, the user is ranked and a color coding is also provided. FIG. 4 shows a representative screenshot of a user interface showing interpretation of color coding, according to an embodiment of the invention. Further, the method helps the students in selecting higher level(s) of course(s) from a plurality of courses and teachers.

In an embodiment of the invention, the method of learning is on the basis of one teacher to one student, one teacher to many students or a combination thereof. Thus, the invention provides an interactive music learning platform that helps in real time video based learning and assessment. The foregoing description of the invention has been set merely to illustrate the invention and is not intended to be limiting. Since modifications of the disclosed embodiments incorporating the spirit and substance of the invention may occur to person skilled in the art, the invention should be construed to include everything within the scope of the appended claims and equivalents thereof.

Claims

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1. A user interactive method for learning music, the method comprising:

allowing the user to select at least one course from a plurality of courses presented to the user;

subjecting the user to a preliminary assessment based on the course selected;

presenting to the user at least one teacher based on preliminary assessment;

scheduling a live session to learn at least one topic from the selected teacher;

reviewing the learnt topic dynamically; and

subjecting the user to final assessment for obtaining a certificate.

2. The method as claimed in claiml , wherein the method of learning is on the basis of one teacher to one student, one teacher to many students or a combination thereof.

3. The method as claimed in claiml , wherein the course is classical, modern or contemporary.

4. The method as claimed in claiml , wherein the course is vocal or instrumental.

5. The method as claimed in claiml , wherein the assessment is done online.

6. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the assessment is selected from a list comprising of a written assessment, an oral assessment or a combination thereof.

7. The method as claimed in claiml , wherein the oral assessment is an audio assessment, a video assessment or a combination thereof.

8. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the review is done using at least one mode selected from a list comprising of audio, video, audio-video, notation or a combination thereof.