Voice Recognition for Children and Toddlers Voices using Wav2vec2

This project, Kidzinya, develops an assistive AI system for real-time voice recognition and speech-to-text tailored specifically to children and toddlers. It addresses unique challenges such as high pitch and speech variability, using fine-tuned Wav2Vec2 models to achieve up to 96% accuracy. The system provides immediate visual feedback to support early language development. Key features include speech-to-text interaction, handwriting recognition, and an adaptive learning path. Built with Python, TensorFlow, Flutter, and Hugging Face datasets, Kidzinya outperforms similar apps like Khan Academy Kids and ABCmouse in child-specific voice recognition capabilities. This work was conducted at Arab International University (AIU), Syria. The official website of the university is: https://www.aiu.edu.sy

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
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2026-04-12
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https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19538022
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Face recognition and analysis
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Voice Recognition for Children and Toddlers Voices using Wav2vec2

Tarek Barhoum, Naya Sakka
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Face recognition and analysis
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Voice Recognition for Children and Toddlers Voices using Wav2vec2

Tarek Barhoum, Naya Sakka
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Abstract

This project, Kidzinya, develops an assistive AI system for real-time voice recognition and speech-to-text tailored specifically to children and toddlers. It addresses unique challenges such as high pitch and speech variability, using fine-tuned Wav2Vec2 models to achieve up to 96% accuracy. The system provides immediate visual feedback to support early language development. Key features include speech-to-text interaction, handwriting recognition, and an adaptive learning path. Built with Python, TensorFlow, Flutter, and Hugging Face datasets, Kidzinya outperforms similar apps like Khan Academy Kids and ABCmouse in child-specific voice recognition capabilities. This work was conducted at Arab International University (AIU), Syria. The official website of the university is: https://www.aiu.edu.sy

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Arab International University (SY)
Quality Education
Openalex Percentile: Top 18%
Face recognition and analysis
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