Jacques Koreman

Jacques Koreman is a Professor at the Department of Language and Literature, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). His research focuses on experimental phonetics and speech technology, with an emphasis on multilingual pronunciation training and applied linguistics. He leads interdisciplinary projects such as the Computer-Assisted Listening and Speaking Tutor (CALST), a platform offering exercises in multiple languages, including Norwegian dialects and southern European languages for migrants. His work bridges basic research and practical applications, such as developing digital tools for speech therapy and language acquisition analysis.

Key projects include the EU Horizon2020 initiative easyRights, advancing CALST for multilingual pronunciation training, and creating digital versions of language proficiency tests. Koreman collaborates internationally, with projects involving Spanish, Greek, and Italian, and emphasizes leveraging user data to enhance phonetic research. His contributions span phonetic-linguistic analysis, cross-linguistic studies, and the development of contrastive frameworks like the L1-L2 map, which now encompasses over 500 languages.

His publications reflect expertise in prosody, tonal variation, vowel systems, and speech technology applications. He actively engages in academic discourse through blogs and articles on university leadership and policy, highlighting his dual focus on research and institutional innovation.