Word+Champ

=**Word Champ**=

__Catagory/Grade Level:__
K-12, any language learner

Brief Description:

 * An online, interactive tool to help people to learn a second language by building vocabulary.
 * 130 languages available
 * I use it to have my students practice French vocabulary.
 * Main tools are flashcards and drills
 * Features are specific to type of user. i.e., students, teachers, or organizations

Strengths:

 * Variety of "games"
 * Pronunciation assistance is available
 * Helps learners quickly acquire vocabulary
 * A list of words can be exported into an audio file, which can be uploaded into, for example, an iPod.
 * Allows collaboration and content addition
 * No software to download

__Weaknesses__

 * Grammar rules are not provided. Answers must be exactly as creator set up__;__ sometimes answers need definite articles, sometimes not.
 * Visual appeal needs improvement (more bright colors and animations, for example)

__Suggestions for Classroom Applications__

 * Review vocabulary
 * Audio files provide pronunciation practice

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