Glottovitalis: The Unofficial Guide to the Cantonese Dialect

Complete Design Program - Complete

2011

Yvonne Ho
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Student: Yvonne Ho School: York University/Sheridan College Joint Program in Design Instructor: Wendy Wong

Glottovitalis, meaning the revitalization of tongue, is a language learning system that aims to preserve and promote Chinese dialects by increasing accessibility to a non-native audience. With the goal of simplifying the complex, Glottovitalis approaches language learning with an unconventional method: Pair English homonyms with a visual icon to create a directory of tones and sounds. The result is a memorable, interactive learning experience that entertains and enhances memory recall with visual aids.