Vocab computer game a big hit

Published: 6:39PM Saturday September 20, 2008 Source: ONE News

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A computer game designed by two brothers at university could change the way languages are taught in the classroom.

There are no guns or car chases but it's still had an enthusiastic response from students.

"It's really really addictive, and it helps us a lot with our vocab, because you learn how to spell, and you hear people saying it as you're learning," says student Meghan Hellyer.

The vocab learning software 'Language Perfect' is a game which tests the reading, listening and writing of the player.

Get it right, and you get a point. Get it wrong and the computer brings up the correct answer.

The programme was developed specifically for the New Zealand education system.

Creators, Craig Smith and John Smith knew that competition was a big motivator. So with that in mind, they developed the programme.

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