Monica+Sanchez

1. The purpose of this website is to quickly provide and English thesaurus and dictionary for Windows. This program would be appropriate for students ages 12 and up. 2. The closest category that this software falls under it tutorial because it is an online manual that helps students with definitions and synonyms. 3. In an English class, there are always opportunities to define a word or find a similar word in its place, especially when writing a paper. Dictionaries and thesauruses are always a necessity in a high school English class which is why this software would be extremely helpful. 4. The number one strength of this program is that because it’s online, it’s easier to define a word or find synonyms faster than when using a traditional dictionary or thesaurus. However, a weakness is that it is limited to only definitions and synonyms. 5. The cost of this program ranges from $19- $59, depending on what features are included, and can be purchased online at this website: []. This system requires you to have Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7.
 * Word Web Pro **

1. This software focuses on perfecting spelling, grammar, punctuation and also includes a multilingual dictionary. It’s motto is “Write Better. Right Now” and is appropriate for advanced students who want to perfect their writing skills. 2. This software falls under the tutorial category because it explains the mistakes that you make while correcting them. 3. White Smoke would be the most useful when helping my students write a paper. This program is closely related to Microsoft World but includes more features that will help improve student’s overall writing skills.  4. This program will always be useful in an English class when writing papers and includes writing tips that Microsoft Word does not have. However, it is a little harder to navigate than Microsoft Word is. 5. White Smoke costs $99 and can be purchased online at this website: []. It’s system requirements include Windows 2000/NT/XP/Vista/Win7, Mac OS, and an Internet Explorer.
 * White Smoke **

1. Tell Me More for Kids is a software for children 4-12 to help them learn a new language “while having fun.” I focused on the English software because I am majoring in English. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">2. The number one category that this software falls under is instructional game. It helps the child with oral expression and listening while they advance to different learning levels through entertaining games. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3. This program would be helpful when working with English Language Learners (ELL). Because this program is instructional game-based, it will keep younger students interested. <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;"> 4. Instructional games are a good way to teach a variety of students because it keeps them motivated, however, this program is only targeted for children 4-12 so it would not be useful in a high school environment. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'times new roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">5. The cost of this program is $199 and can be purchased online at this website: http://www.tellmemorestore.com/TELL-ME-MORE-English-for-Kids-p/5k-3-b.htm.The system requirements include Windows 7 Compatible Minimum configuration PC or Compatible Pentium, 2X CD-ROM drive, 16color graphics card, microphone and speakers or headset.
 * <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Tell Me More, Kids **

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">1. This software’s purpose is for teaching English spelling and vocabulary through “word building” from a collection of letters. It is targeted toward younger students that are just beginning to spell. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">2. The software categories include instructional games and problem solving based on a variety of puzzles and spelling games. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3. This program would be useful for helping young students with their spelling and vocabulary skills. Because there are a variety of games and puzzles, it will keep younger students interested when learning how to spell and define different words. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">4. It’s strength is that it has many games, however, it seems to be an older program which can be a weakness.5. The cost of this software is $9.95 and can be purchased from this website: []. It’s system requirements include a 166 Mhz Processor or greater, Sound-Card, and Color Monitor.
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">English Word Builder 2.0 **

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">1. This software’s purpose is to help secondary students with their spelling, vocabulary, grammatical errors, and pronunciation. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">2. The software categories include instructional games and problem solving. The students are able to problem solve through crossword puzzles, and video games, and other electronic games. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">3. When my students are done with their class work and have access to a computer, they can use this program to play games while helping with their grammar and spelling, which will keep them away from unproductive online games. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">4. One major strength is the fun and interesting games that this software includes, but that also compromises the amount of learning it entails. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">5. The cost of this program is $15 and can be purchased online at this website: []. It’s system requirements include <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">Windows 2000/NT/XP/Vista/Win7, Mac OS, and an Internet Explorer.
 * <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 16px;">English Solutions **