Valerie Coskrey's Classroom Tools and Ideas

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Includes 1 Software CD ROM, Audio CD and Story/Reference Booklet. · Grammar Lessons· Vocabulary Lessons· Talking Dictionary · Voice Recognition · Auto Learn with progress tracking · 3 Learning modes to choose from Internationalized language-learning Software. This language-learning software is localized into 21 different languages. That means the software allows you to choose from 21 languages to determine what language the lesson and instructions are presented in. This MLS Easy Immersion course defines itself by providing the power of language leaning to speakers of over 20 different languages. in a single course! That's true value. Voice Recognition Technology This technology is integrated into the Pronunciation module of the software. Using the built in microphone on your computer, you will be able to repeat words after you hear them spoken by a native speaker through your computer speakers. The software will analyze your pronunciation and compare a waveform representation of the native speaker's pronunciation with a waveform of your pronunciation. An accuracy scale on the screen with display your voice match to the native speaker on a scale of Bad, Acceptable, and Good. Talking Dictionary This feature allows you to look up the meaning of words using the target language you are learning and your native language. A definition of the word or phrase will display on the screen and you may roll over the word or phrase with your mouse to hear the pronunciation in the target language by a native speaker. The dictionary allows you to create a personal custom dictionary of Essential Words, Common Words and Less Common Words. The software will automatically export the dictionary to a text document that can be saved on your computer and printed. The Talking Dictionary feature is accessible directly, and also within the Grammar, Vocabulary and Story Modules.