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Wordshark vs WordsWorthLearning
Both stand on dyslexia learning apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Wordshark combines structured word courses, games, custom lists, and teacher progress reports for reading and spelling practice. Check the device requirements and student limits against your needs before choosing a plan.
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WordsWorthLearning combines structured instruction with interactive literacy exercises and progress questionnaires. Its single-user licensing and browser-only access are important considerations for families and educators.
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| Wordshark | WordsWorthLearning | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | A free trial | A free trial |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Individual Teacher plan — up to 5 students: £190 a year | Home Plan: €100 a year |
| Plans published | 10 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | wordshark.co.uk | wordsworthlearning.com |
| On dyslexia learning apps | #17 of 23 | #21 of 23 |
Wordshark: what it does well
- More than 30 games cover reading and spelling skills.
- Word bank contains 10,000 words in structured courses.
- Learners can practice with their own lists.
- Teachers can view reports and time spent.
- Supports computers, Chromebooks, iPads, and Android devices.
What to know first
- No free plan is listed.
- Smartphones do not meet stated minimum requirements.
- Kindle Fire and other listed tablet systems are excluded.
- Tutor trial is limited to one per customer.
WordsWorthLearning: what it does well
- Includes 104 video tutorials and 330 interactive exercises.
- Uses a seven-level phonemic speech-sound approach.
- Questionnaires track progress through the levels.
- Available through a browser on PC or tablet.
- Offers a free trial.
What to know first
- There is no free plan.
- The Home Plan costs €100 a year.
- A standard licence is for one user.
- The programme cannot be downloaded.
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