An apparatus and method for training the sensory perceptual system in a
human is provided. The apparatus and method incorporates a number of
different programs to be played by the human. The programs artificially
process selected portions of language elements, called phonemes, so they
will be more easily distinguished by a human, and gradually improves the
human's neurological processing of the elements through repetitive
stimulation. The programs continually monitor a human's ability to
distinguish the processed language elements, and adaptively configures
the programs to challenge and reward the human by altering the degree of
processing. Rewards are presented to the human when correct selections
are made. Surprise rewards are randomly presented to the human when
correct selections are made. Surprise rewards are provided randomly to
the human to surprise and further reward the human during training.
