Word Bucket: Game-based Vocabulary Learning
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Find, Save & Learn New Words
Fun, adaptive, game-based language learning to build vocabulary - in & out of class.
Learn:
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A fun new way to learn vocabulary
No more:
● Scribbled, unlearned words in
notebooks
● Dog-eared dictionaries
● Dull rote repetition of words
● “What was that word again?...”
● ‘Phrasebook’ style digital content
● Shoehorned-in non-language tools
● Lost chances for incidental word
learning
● Pressure on teachers to create
content
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Not fun ways to learn vocabulary
Learning?
Modern?
Adaptive?Challenging?
Fun?
Relevant?
Engaging?
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Learn vocabulary with Word Bucket
● Adaptive learning at an appropriate level
● Personal vocabulary added by learners
● Relevant online vocabulary content
● Shareable words & achievements
● Interactive pronunciation practise
● Intelligent word-learning algorithm
● Engaging game-based tests & progress
Find, save and learn new words
Personal dictionary & word learning notebook
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Search & save words to build vocabulary
● Unlimited capacity
● Add your own translation
● Add audio tags and
pronunciation
● Add notes to help retention
● Save words offline
Learners fill their personal Word Bucket with vocabulary from class, words they find & set homework themes
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Scientific learning algorithm
● Fun tests and games to learn words
● Tracked progress and individual reporting
● Innovative learning algorithm based on
word acquisition research: tested &
proven to ensure retention
● Game-based learning, engaging students
& encouraging continued interaction
Word Bucket’s tests and games ensure all vocabulary is retained in long term memory
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● Leading international publishers
● Teacher-led shareable word sets
● Standard exam prep
● Aligned to course books & levels
● Learn from peers through big data
● Everyday practical topics &
interests
● Vocabulary for specific purposes
● Important grammatical & lexical
areas
Content for specific areas, including exams, as well as structured take-home revision of class content
Learner-friendly content
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Learn words with fun tests and games● Incentivised, gamified vocabulary
building
● Mobile tool – add words as you go
● Challenges & content-sharing
● Effective, proven game-based
learning
Incentivise and gamify L2 vocabulary building & bring into learners free time & online activities
Class study, revision & independent learning
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Personal and adaptive vocabulary learning
● Exciting, engaging vocabulary learning
● ‘Traffic light’ progress and clear outcome
● Measurable improvement in retained
vocabulary
● Pronunciation, notes, images to facilitate
learning
● Formal and casual word learning
● Tool to support contextual learning &
speaking
Complete vocabulary learning experience - promotes long term language acquisition
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Making vocabulary learning fun
● Progressive games & tests - gamified vocabulary acquisition
● ‘Get words to Green’ clear learner outcome
● Effective retention algorithm ensures learning
● High engagement for learners
● Time saver for teachers
Play to revise personal ‘Bucket’ of vocabulary
Tracked, incentivised learning journey to ‘Green’ (learned words) outcome
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What language learners say
● 30,000+ downloads
● 140+ countries
● 4.4 App Store Rating
● More engaging learning journey than
competitors
● More efficient testing framework
Android Apps of the Week
Testing with real learners on commercial app stores - Improving through learner & educator feedback
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● High quality vocabulary acquisition games designed by language
experts with experienced game developers
● Relevant, appropriate topics for learners with capacity to create &
add content
● Proven foreign language retention methods
● Big Data to provide relevant and personalised content
● Designed by language learners for language learners
● Fusing fun with learning - incentivised vocabulary building through
the magic of games
Our approach
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● Try it. Install Word Bucket for mobile● Be an early adopter - Integrate Word Bucket in class● Participate in pilot testing● License mobile app for group discount● Contribute content & tell us how to make Word Bucket even
better● Check out our other vocabulary games, integrated with Word
Bucket
We want your feedback.
All flattery & criticism [email protected]
Next steps
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