The Interactive Picture Dictionary
Australian English only.
(Current version 5; released May 2010)
For Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP, Vista, 7
ISBN 0 646 25738 2
Teaches spelling and sight recognition of over 800 words that are arranged in topics.
Features:
Over 800 key words arranged in 6 main groups and 40 topics.
Teaches and tests the spelling of singular and plural forms of over 800 English words.
Develops vocabulary skills in context.
Includes spelling tests and vocabulary recognition tests for every topic.
Authorable
Customise the program by adding word lists (singular and plural word, context sentence, number of syllables per word). The program automatically generates the exercises for filling in the missing letters, typing the words from memory and the appropriate spoken feedback.
For each word:
photo
pronunciation
spoken and written context sentence
three spelling activities for each of the singular and plural word forms
type the missing letters
type the word from memory
type the word in new context sentences
number of syllables per word as an aid for pronunciation.
System requirements:
Multimedia computer with Windows® (98, NT, 2000, Me, XP, Vista, 7)
Recommended hardware, processor and RAM for your version of Windows®
Microphone optional
What they say:
"The Interactive Picture Dictionary presents a clear, instructionally valid, entertaining learning tool." Teresa De Fazio. ON-CALL.
"From the range of software available at the moment in adult language, literacy and numeracy fields, this program is among the best. Highly recommended." Karen Bryant. Interchange.
"I'd select The Interactive Picture Dictionary in preference to other light-weight game-style CD-ROMs for a family or school situation. An excellent Australian product." Murray Spence. The Weekend Australian.
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