English Spelling & Punctuation 1.1.0

English Spelling & Punctuation (ESP) is a newly developed application aimed at enhancing users' spelling and punctuation skills. It features an array of interactive exercises designed to assist individuals in mastering the 200 most frequently misspelled English words.

The application is meticulously crafted to clarify essential spelling rules while acknowledging the challenges posed by irregular English spelling patterns. ESP presents a collection of common words that are often misspelled, providing users with opportunities to practice these challenging terms. While spell-checkers can offer suggestions, they may not always provide the correct context, underscoring the importance of self-sufficient spelling knowledge.

Additionally, ESP encompasses a comprehensive guide to punctuation, ensuring users can accurately navigate the complexities of commas, colons, and semicolons.

• Interactive exercises for both regular and irregular spelling practice
• A self-directed course on punctuation standards relevant across diverse contexts, including academic writing
• An extensive glossary of key terminology

Incorporating authentic English examples, ESP utilizes sentence samples derived from the ICE-GB corpus, alongside selected online resources. The ICE-GB database is a linguistic resource developed and analyzed at University College London (UCL) and serves researchers globally.

The application's spelling exercises are structured into two key sections:

• Spelling Rules: This section allows users to practice morphological spelling rules, addressing variations that occur with added endings (e.g., '-ed').
• Spelling Practice: The complimentary version features exercises on the 200 most commonly misspelled words in adult English, presenting each word in context with missing letters for the user to complete.

ESP is engineered to reflect the difficulties many encounter with challenging spellings while also tracking user progress for targeted practice on troublesome words.

The app is developed by a team of expert linguists at UCL, consistently ranked among the leading universities worldwide. Its methodology is grounded in contemporary research and established best practices in linguistics and education.

ESP caters to a diverse audience; it is suitable for teenagers and adults seeking to improve their spelling accuracy while employing an advanced vocabulary essential for professional success. The app accommodates both native and non-native English speakers but is tailored for those beyond the beginner level.

Users have the option to practice British or American English spelling, or a combination of both.