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An interactive language program to build understanding and recall of words by strengthening semantic processing, based on the therapy manual "Building Language: Word Meanings" by Robyn Dower and Jan Mackey, Helios Art and Book Co, 1996

Word Meanings for iPad

by ELR Software Pty Ltd

What is it about?

An interactive language program to build understanding and recall of words by strengthening semantic processing, based on the therapy manual "Building Language: Word Meanings" by Robyn Dower and Jan Mackey, Helios Art and Book Co, 1996. Enables repeated practice and the opportunity for reinforcement of word meanings at an error-free level.

App Details

Version
2.2.001
Rating
NA
Size
6Mb
Genre
Medical Education
Last updated
June 1, 2020
Release date
February 15, 2014
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An interactive language program to build understanding and recall of words by strengthening semantic processing, based on the therapy manual "Building Language: Word Meanings" by Robyn Dower and Jan Mackey, Helios Art and Book Co, 1996. Enables repeated practice and the opportunity for reinforcement of word meanings at an error-free level.

For use:
* By adults who have dysphasia and children with language learning needs
* By individuals for independent practice of basic word skills as an adjunct to their language rehabilitation
* In cognitive-language intervention by speech-language pathologists, particularly to strengthen skills in categorization and attention
* By teachers of adult literacy and basic adult language training

Features:
* Based on cognitive neuropsychological theory
* Activities graded according to semantic factors
* Feedback and performance record
* Everyday vocabulary (high frequency and high imageability words)
* Functional communication strategies
* Natural voice with accent options (USA, UK and Australia)

Activities Include:
* Picture Meanings
* Spoken Word - Picture Links
* Written Word - Picture Links

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