Serenity+Matlock-Way

1. The purpose of the software is basically to help writers create more polished and beautifully written papers. Instead of just correcting spelling errors like with Microsoft Word, White Smoke would give my students the opportunity to learn how properly written papers are made. Since I plan to become an English teacher, I feel it would be appropriate to use this program with higher levels of high school students. 2. This software has attributes of a simulation and an instructional learning tool because it simulates proper writing for students and instructs on how a sentence should be properly punctuated and words properly spelled. 3. I would integrate this software into a writing or English class. I would use it to show students how to properly write papers and give them a chance to learn from their mistakes. This software gives a better appeal than Microsoft Word because it shows mistakes the writer makes and explains how they can be corrected. 4. The strength of this program is that it can help high school and beyond students improve their writing skills. It gives the writer the chance to realize their own flaws and gradually advance into higher levels of writing. The flaw in this program is that the student may become reliant on the program and not feel as adequate while writing alone. 5. The program is $89.95 for the general use version but if I were teaching a specific class I would probably use the creative writing version which is $119.95. It can be purchased over the internet. The web link is: []? It requires an internet connection and a Windows or Mac computer. 1. The purpose of this software is to aid the teacher in making tests, games, and puzzles to help students better remember the curriculum taught to them. I would be able to make worksheets with this software and then apply the same ideas into the tests I make. This software could be applied to students in elementary on through high school. 2. This software can be considered drill and practice because by giving my students these worksheets they are practicing the curriculum and setting it to memory by doing several learning activities that are similar. 3. I could use this software over and over again in my classroom because it can be used for worksheets which can aid me all year. In addition to worksheet making it can help me make tests. This software can help elementary through high school students. 4. The strength of this program is that it can help me better teach my students by having them constantly practice. A flaw in the software is that some of the students may get sick of worksheets. 5. The program is 49.95 for the teachers value pack (puzzles, tests, and worksheets). You are given the option to buy each program separately as well. It can be purchased over the internet and it requires a Mac or Windows computer. The web site is: [|http://centronsoftware.com]. 1. Interactive Literature’s purpose is to help students better understand different types of literature. Questions are asked which causes students to deeply think about what they are reading. It can be used with middle and high school students. 2. This can be considered problem solving because it gives the students to read and re-read literature and realize things they didn’t comprehend before. 3. I could use this software when reading complicated literature with my students that might require a little more thought than most literature. I could use this software with high school students and higher levels of middle school. 4. The strength of this program is that it asks mind bending questions that cause students to think a little more deeply about what they are reading; a flaw to the program is that students may become reliant on the software in order to understand what they are reading. 5. The web site didn’t say how much the program was but you are able to buy it over the internet. It requires Windows or Mac and the web site is: []. 1. Vocabulary Stretch gives students the chance to learn and recognize the meanings of different words. While the student is learning the program tracks their progress and students are given the chance to see how they are doing and where they need to improve. It is compatible with fourth through ninth graders. 2. This software should be considered instructional game learning because the students learn through a series of crossword and matching words with their meaning games. 3. I could use this software to help prepare my students for a vocabulary exam or to just enrich my students understanding of different words and their meanings. I could use this program with upper elementary through ninth grade students. 4. The strength of this program is that it gives the students they chance to practice, apply, and chart their success. By doing this the student will be able to be proud of their accomplishments and prefect their mistakes. The flaw of this program is that it might not give a perfect estimate as to how much the student may or may not know, it may also be frustrating to some students who don’t enjoy the combination of games with the class curriculum. 5. The program is $699.00 for use on 5 computers for 1,000 users. It requires Mac or Windows. You are able to purchase via internet and the web site is: http://www.meritsoftware.com/software/vocabulary_stretch/index.php.
 * White Smoke-2010**
 * Centron Software**
 * Interactive Literature**
 * Vocabulary Stretch**

1. The purpose of this software is to help students learn and understand grammar. Various grammar rules are taught and it includes a placement test for each student to evaluate individual strengths and weaknesses. It can be used for middle and high school students. 2. This program can be considered drill and practice as well as instructional game because the students learn by completing different exercises such as “fill in the blank”, “choose the correct expression”, and “multiple choices”. 3. I could use this software when reviewing grammar techniques. I would use it with middle and high school students and the methods that they learn could be used and applied to their work throughout the rest of class the classroom activities because having a good grasp of grammar can assist them later on. 4. The strength of this program is that the students are able to chart their work and see where they have learned more information and they are able to see where they need to improve. The weakness of this software is that it may falsely evaluate where each student is in terms of learning the curriculum. 5. The web site doesn’t explain how much the software is or where to buy it. I assume that it should be able to be purchased over the internet. The web site is: [].
 * Building Up Grammar (BIG)**

Kevin Davenport I think these will be useful tools in an english class. I like that most of the programs can track progress of students. I think this is very important because students usually only get feedback on graded papers, whereas, this way students can see how they improve almost daily. I also like the (BIG) program because it has different tests on it which can be used for actual grading or just as practice for future tests. Grammar is very difficult for many students and is probably one of the biggest problems for adults as well. I think this program will help people tremendously. I think you did a good job on the reviews and I like how you numbered them like the questions so it is easy to follow. _ Serenity, I have never heard of the white smoke software before till now. It sounds like a great software for the students. For me personally i learn better from knowing my mistakes rather then just having them corrected and not knowing why, but this this software it tells the students why! i think that this is great! i also used BIG as my program. I think that is is great for students. You did a great job. -Danielle Healy

Paul Tyler White smoke sounds like a very cool program. If the program was not so expensive I would most likely get it. I am not a very good writer. I will have to tell my wife about it. She is a English major. You did a good job.