Representation Method for Significant Pauses in a Multimodal Motion Learning System

We are currently developing a multimodal motion learning system designed to help students master the procedures used in traditional arts, as well as traditional crafting techniques. In this paper, we introduce a prototype of a system that is designed to utilize a virtual agent, and investigate a comprehensive timing representation method that pays specific attention to the significant pauses that are sometimes interjected between motions. By acknowledging the existence of such significant pauses, we believe it is possible for learners to improve their motion learning performance.