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Students using Franklins:
- Can refine their pronunciation and sharpen their
word recognition by hearing selected words as needed.
- Expand their vocabulary with in-depth definitions.
- Develop reading comprehension through auditory reinforcement and easily available
definitions.
- Are stimulated and creative in their writing through instantly accessible synonyms.
- Develop confidence and independence by being successful in their word searches.
- Are challenged and motivated by playing word games.
Here's what some teachers are saying:
"[Franklins] allow my students to
independently explore their emerging knowledge of English. This has proven to be an ideal
aide for use in a writing exercise by promoting independence, and encouraging
self-correction for my [ESL] students.
Did I mention how much fun they have
exploring language with it?".
Gloria Norton, Sweet Home Central School District, NY
"With a sizable minority population, many to whom English is a second language, it
is critical we ensure that our students can perform to expected levels in business and in
educational opportunities. Enter the Franklin Language Master! Students loved using
Franklins. [They] formed little groups to work together, followed related words
through the program (something they will not do using a dictionary), challenged each other
using "Hangman" or the thesaurus, and were eager and enthusiastic to do
vocabulary study. Their vocabulary quiz scores improved and they had fun doing it".
Elizabeth Ann Carlin, Mainland Senior High School, FL
"Using Franklin electronic books gives my ESL students, at all
levels, confidence and quick access to English skills. Students can work independently
while group instruction is being done
Even my new arrivals with limited English
proficiency, can use the Franklin tools."
Irma Lorenz, Burlington Township Schools, NJ
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