Super Phonics, Level 2
Super Phonics, Level 2 is recommended to support the practice and reinforcement of phonetic and language skills in the primary grades.
Description
Essential Skills Software
, 2000
CD-ROM for PC or Mac platform
Minimum requirement: Windows 95
Single license, lab pack, and unlimited licensing available
Grades : 2-4
Concepts : Phonics, reading, early reading, decoding, reading skills, language acquisition, drill
Subject : Language
CSC Evaluation
Curriculum Correlation
Super Phonics, Level 2 supports the practice and reinforcement of phonetic and language skills in the primary grades.
Content
Super Phonics, Level 2 is a software program based on nine learning modules: Short Vowels, Long Vowels, Consonant Blends, Hard and Soft C and G, R-Controlled Vowels, Vowel Digraphs, Vowel Diphthongs, and Vowel Sounds of Y. Within each module, there is a choice of skill practice and reinforcement activities, e.g., Word Families, Hear and Match, Picture Match, Rhyming Words, Missing Letters, Match the Sounds, Sentences, Comprehension, Review, etc. The activities reinforce visual and auditory discrimination, as well as comprehension, memory, and spelling skills. The language used by the narrator is clear and easy to understand.
Methodology
Super Phonics, Level 2 focuses on basic phonics skills with a repetitive skill-and-drill approach. Skill development is gradual and builds on previous skills. The teacher directs student learning through the choice of module. Within the chosen module, students complete the activities independently and their responses are recorded and tracked. After two incorrect answers, the program automatically moves the student to the next question.
Assessment
The Marks Manager tracks students' scores for the activities completed in each module or skill area. When students re-enter the program, they are taken to the skill area they most recently worked in. Students see their overall progress after they exit the program. The teacher can view and print a standard report that shows the student's score for each phonics module and an activity report that shows the student's score for each type of activity.
Format
Super Phonics, Level 2 has a simple and consistent format. The lettering is large and distinct. Audio directions help students navigate the program and complete the activities. Students use the icons to repeat instructions, access word lists, and move within the program. Success is rewarded with colourful graphics and encouraging audio prompts.
Bias
The learning resource is presented from a balanced perspective. Canadian examples are used as appropriate.
Review Recommendation
Super Phonics, Level 2 is recommended to support the practice and reinforcement of phonetic and language skills in the primary grades.
Ancillary Materials
Super Phonics, Level 2 Teacher's Guide
28 pages, b/w, softcover
Note:The ancillary materials have been designed to complement the various student textbooks included elsewhere on this list. However, the materials have not been evaluated by Curriculum Services Canada. District school boards and local schools are responsible for decisions to purchase and use these materials.
Contact Information
Linda Simpson
Program Consultant
Essential Skills Software
145 Renfrew Drive, Unit 140
Markham, ON L3R 9R7
Toll Free: 1-800-753-3727
Fax: 905-479-2636
e-mail: lindas@essentialskills.net
http://www.essentialskills.net
Ryan Brown
Program Consultant
Essential Skills Software
145 Renfrew Drive, Unit 140
Markham, ON L3R 9R7
Toll Free: 1-800-753-3727
Fax: 905-479-2636
e-mail: ryanb@essentialskills.net
http://www.essentialskills.net
Matthew Brown
Program Consultant
Essential Skills Software
145 Renfrew Drive, Unit 140
Markham, ON L3R 9R7
Toll Free: 1-800-753-3727
Fax: 905-479-2636
e-mail: matthewb@essentialskills.net
http://www.essentialskills.net
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