AWL Builder: A Powerful Tool for Academic Word Learning
AWL Builder is an iPhone application developed by EFL Technologies K.K. It is a highly useful tool for learners and teachers who want to make the most of the Academic Word List (AWL). This open-source wordlist, developed by Dr. Averil Coxhead, contains 570 words that are essential for academic writing and reading.
The app provides a range of simple yet powerful features to assist users in downloading, organizing, and studying the AWL. Users can easily download and email the wordlist, enabling convenient access from anywhere. The app also offers study tools such as detailed word definitions, part of speech, Japanese translations, and pronunciation by a native English speaker.
One of the standout features of AWL Builder is its Intelligent Wordlist Maker and Flashcard system. The Intelligent Wordlist Maker allows users to selectively choose words they want to study, guiding them through the wordlist based on frequency bands. This ensures efficient learning by focusing on words that are unfamiliar or need reinforcement.
The Intelligent Flashcard system uses the science of spaced repetition to help users review words multiple times over a month. This method optimizes learning by providing more practice with challenging words. By using AWL Builder, learners and teachers can enhance their academic vocabulary and improve their comprehension of texts commonly used in colleges and universities.
