Sentence Key WHOisDOingWHAT 2.0

Beginning language learners can engage in creating sentences using either words or picture symbols, which are then brought to life through animations.

This tool is particularly beneficial for individuals with special education needs, including AAC users, as well as learners with autism, orthopedic impairments, or language disorders.

Features:

• Select four symbols or words to construct a meaningful sentence.
• Access to 72 potential animated sentences.
• Text and speech presented in correct grammatical form.
• Touching the text below the animation allows for replay and auditory reinforcement.
• Word-by-word highlighting enhances word recognition.
• Color-coded choice indicators: Yellow for subjects, Green for verbs, Orange for objects.
• No in-app purchases, advertisements, or external links contribute to a user-friendly experience.

Teacher Options:

• Customize display to show symbols only, words only, or both simultaneously.
• Reset and review data specific to an individual session.
• Select from eight pre-arranged sets of symbols and words.
• Automate transitions to new sets seamlessly.
• Enable quiz mode where learners describe random pictures.

The objective is to guide learners in selecting the four most relevant components of a sentence following the structure of WHO IS DOING WHAT. Successful completion results in a brief animation accompanied by a spoken version of the sentence. Learners can explore different options until they achieve the correct combination, with the added incentive of earning stars for perfect sentences without mistakes.

This tool aligns with Common Core standards in Language Arts:

• Writing: Utilize a mix of drawing, dictating, and writing to compile informative text.
• Reading, Foundational Skills: Show comprehension of text organization and its fundamental features.
• Language: Exhibit command over standard English grammar conventions.
• Reading Informational Text: Describe how illustrations relate to the accompanying text.

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