Mr+Hague

Here are some spelling files I've created using Microsoft Excel. They cover basic vocabulary all the way through to Victoria University's '600 Most Used Academic Words' list. Each word has its own context sentence.

The spelling files make use of the text-to-speech function which comes with Windows OS and which can be enabled in Excel via the tool bar. The words and context sentences are read to the user by the computer voice he nominates in Windows Control Panel. Full instructions for use are located on a separate tab in each file (bottom left). The code is not protected and students can customise the files to add their own words.

I recommend all students sharpen their spelling and vocabulary skills by working their way through the files, starting at an appropriate level where mistakes come thick and fast. Individualised spelling lists can be rendered via the Excel 'Data Sort' function.

Download and get started. Email me with any annoying problems. I'll do my best to provide a solution.

Good Luck

Mr Hague