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| | 60 | = Language Architecture = |
| | 61 | We have a number of ideas about how to handle the interpretation infrastructure: |
| | 62 | == Current Structure == |
| | 63 | Requires the listeners to switch between the main channel and the interpretation channel. In this model a single interpreter "could" interpret in both directions between their native language and the primary language. |
| | 64 | == Ideal Structure == |
| | 65 | Two interpretation lines for each language, which would require at least two interpreters per language. In this module the primary channel would only hear the central langugae. So that one interpretation line, call it "French" will have a channel that interprets into French and a chanell that interprets into the primary language ( with the interpreter speaking into the primary channel in the central language. |
| | 66 | = Conference Architecture = |
| | 67 | In order to actualize the complexity of the ideal situation for interpretation, we think that the most effective mechanism would be for a fully structured conferencing system. That includes moderation. With a moderator we could have more automated control of the flow of interpretation. In this situation, the moderator would choose who is speaking and we'd automate which interpretation channel gets piped into the primary channel. |
| | 68 | Assuming we have 3 lines per interpretation channel, the moderator approach would allow the software to determine whether or not the third interpretation cannel gets piped into the central channel, or if there is only one interpreter then that interpreter's stream gets put into the primary channel. |
| | 69 | == Moderator Admin Interface == |
| | 70 | We'll have to create an admin interface for the moderator, which would allow them to build a stack of speakers, and to call on someone, among other things not outlined yet. |
| | 71 | We might want a way for the moderator and interpreters to be able to speak privately (or mostly privately). In case something goes wrong. |
| | 72 | == Interpreter's Interface == |
| | 73 | We'll need some kind of interpreter interface that allows the interpreter to signal to the moderator., though initially the interpreter will have the ability to speak to the main line. |
| | 74 | == Participant Interface == |
| | 75 | This interface is the standard participant interface that would include raising/lowering hand to speak, switching languages, see participants, etc. |
| | 76 | = Room Builder = |
| | 77 | This is the web form encountered prior to the creation of the conference room. Will include number of interpretation channels, and other things in a web form. |
