VeNoM & LoL3Q

VeNoM

This is a multimedia program for kids to learn the English alphabet and spelling using pictures, sound, and realistic speech audio, with built-in self-testing via a graphical and audio-visual oriented process. The application includes a full alphabet from A to Z, more than 100 picture objects to spell, a realistic voice-to-text speech engine to teach the alphabet and pronunciation, and a self-testing module to test out spelling. The voice synthesizer teaches both the accurate pronunciation of the word and its correct spelling as well. The self-testing mode has automatic testing and correction features embedded in the program, which can be used to self check the learning progress.

This program helps teach children the basics of the English language, although its small word database may leave some parents wanting more. The application's main window features a keyboard, a word list, and a picture window. The word list contains four terms that begin with a certain letter; clicking a word brings up its corresponding picture in the other pane. ABC 4 Kids Workshop's speech engine pronounces each word, although the voice sounds rather mechanical and unrealistic. The program can give your child a spelling test, but that's the only real feature it has to offer. We also didn't find the app's library of words very comprehensive, as there are only four terms per letter. As a result, the utility only serves as a basic learning tool for younger children.

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