Feb 23, 2017 2017-02-23
Mobile Learning
Conversations with a Virtual Character
SpeakingPal English Tutor offers exercises, dialogue with a virtual character, role-playing, and a series of minilessons. Each interactive session is less than two minutes. The app includes speech and language recognition and provides students with instant feedback on how well they spoke each sentence and word. The feedback is color coded for easy evaluation, and a progress page allows students to track their progress. The app is designed for iOS and Android devices. Cost: Free, with in-app purchases starting at $4.99
ELL/ESL Academic Achievement Educational Technology
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