Stephen Politzer's List: Language Tools

On this free site, which you can use without registering, you hear the pronunciation of English words, record your own pronunciation of the same words, and compare the two (requires mic). Register to create your own vocabulary cards. You can also set up groups for private sharing.

Free video site for English Language Learners. Listen to parts of a video, then repeat what the characters say. Compares student with the original and grades on how well it matches. Create free teacher account to have a customized video channel, set performance goals for students and track student progress over time.

Hear, see, spell, and identify sight words. Easy, visually attractive interface. Uses the words in context. Choose from four steps: Learn Words, Build Words, Identify Words, and Quiz. Each step has four levels with seven word lists in each level.

From LanguageGuide.org: Select a category (The Body, Fruit, Vegetables, Family, Plants, etc). Then, mouse over a picture to see/hear the word.

Learn English. Practice reading, writing, and speaking. Choose from 1st English Course (beginning), 2nd English Course (low-intermediate), or Practice English and Reading (intermediate). Activities include text, listening, videos. [optional free registration to save work and evaluate progress]

Learn vocabulary words in the context of the daily news. 50 levels. Build your vocabulary in bite-sized pieces. Prep for exams like the SAT and GRE. Students sign up free.

"Voxopop talkgroups let you discuss your interests and passions with people from all over the world, using your real voice."

Generates graphic representation of text input with more used words in larger type.

From Vocabulary and SpellingCity (.com). Resources grouped by K-2 and 3-5. Video for teachers to learn more about teaching syllables and segmenting words to young children.

Provides a new word each day with definition and context from major news sites and Twitter.