Oxford English Dictionary
Oxford English Dictionary

Author: John A. Simpson

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2002-04-18

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9780195218893

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The Oxford English Dictionary is the internationally recognized authority on the evolution of the English language from 1150 to the present day. The Dictionary defines over 500,000 words, making it an unsurpassed guide to the meaning, pronunciation, and history of the English language. This new upgrade version of The Oxford English Dictionary Second Edition on CD-ROM offers unparalleled access to the world's most important reference work for the English language. The text of this version has been augmented with the inclusion of the Oxford English Dictionary Additions Series (Volumes 1-3), published in 1993 and 1997, the Bibliography to the Second Edition, and other ancillary material. System requirements: PC with minimum 200 MHz Pentium-class processor; 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended); 16-speed CD-ROM drive (32-speed recommended); Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 200, or XP (Local administrator rights are required to install and open the OED for the first time on a PC running Windows NT 4 and to install and run the OED on Windows 2000 and XP); 1.1 GB hard disk space to run the OED from the CD-ROM and 1.7 GB to install the CD-ROM to the hard disk: SVGA monitor: 800 x 600 pixels: 16-bit (64k, high color) setting recommended. Please note: for the upgrade, installation requires the use of the OED CD-ROM v2.0.

The Effectiveness of Different Learner Dictionaries
The Effectiveness of Different Learner Dictionaries

Author: Ursula Wingate

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG

Published: 2016-11-07

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 3110960931

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This book examines two questions: firstly, which dictionary type, bilingual or monolingual, is most effective for intermediate learners of German, and secondly, which features make monolingual dictionary definitions more effective. Using Chinese students from Hong Kong and Shanghai as the subjects of research, the effectiveness of the different dictionary types for reading comprehension and incidental vocabulary learning was measured experimentally and by the think-aloud method. The only monolingual learner dictionary for German available at that time proved linguistically too difficult for the intermediate proficiency level. Therefore, new definitions were developed based on findings from the think-aloud study and on principles promoted as user-friendly in lexicographic literature. Comparison of the two definition types revealed several features that determine their effectiveness for intermediate learners. Findings have theoretical and pedagogical implications. In the theoretical field, some lexicographic principles were recommended that are, unlike previous principles, based on empirical insights into user needs. In the pedagogical field, the findings provide an empirical basis for the evaluation and recommendation of suitable dictionaries for intermediate learners.

Young Learner's First Dictionary
Young Learner's First Dictionary

Author: Robin Lawrie

Publisher: Pavilion Children's Books

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9781903954195

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A whole library to yourself! Imagine what it would be like to have your own library so you could look up information for homework, projects or just for fun. The Young Learners Library is a series aimed at developing new vocabulary, reading, writing and research skills, which will give children a head start in school years and in later life. PICTURE DICTIONARY - aimed at younger readers to help them learn and use new words. Contains over seven hundred entries with words arranged in familiar themes. DICTIONARY - this title is the next step up the ladder for young readers. Over five hundred clearly defined words are included. Includes instructions on how to use a dictionary. THESAURUS - this title contains synonyms and spellings for over three hundred words, great for improving a child's vocabulary and writing skills. ENCYCLOPEDIA - from animals to transport, a wide variety of topics about the world are covered. ATLAS - factual information and fun illustrations are brought together to show readers the world's regions, people and their customs. Covering a wide range of subject matter, these volumes create an easily accessible library of information that children can refer to at any time. Lively explanations and entries make learning new information fun. Perfect for classroom reference, or for school projects or homework tasks. Subjects right across the curriculum are covered, including the use of a thesaurus that is now a major part of the Key Stage 2 Literacy curriculum. Striking full-colour, cartoon-style illustrations and special trivia sections grab the readers' attention and make them want to read on.

The Perfect Learners' Dictionary (?)
The Perfect Learners' Dictionary (?)

Author: Thomas Herbst

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2011-08-25

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 3110947021

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This volume undertakes a detailed analysis of the latest generation of learners' dictionaries of English. It assembles the papers delivered at the eponymous symposium held at the University of Erlangen-Nürnberg in April 1997. There are a number of reasons why these dictionaries are of special lexicographic interest: 1. the type of learners' dictionary associated notably with the name of Hornby can look back on a long tradition in British lexicography; 2. competition between various publishers since the late 70s has given crucial impetus to the development of these dictionaries; 3. these new dictionaries are decisively marked by the evaluation of large-scale computer corpora. Central to the volume is the in-depth comparison of four dictionaries published in 1995: OALD5, LDOCE3, COBUILD2, CIDE. The aim is to exemplify specific differences of approach in the four dictionaries from a wide range of viewpoints (definitions, information on valency and collocations, policy on usage examples, political correctness, etc.). A number of articles also enlarge on the history of learners' dictionaries of English, the significance of corpus linguistics for lexicography, and perspectives for the future, notably in connection with the electronic media.

Lexicography
Lexicography

Author: Howard Jackson

Publisher: Taylor & Francis

Published: 2013-01-11

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 1134574460

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This book is an accessible introduction to lexicography – the study of dictionaries. Dictionaries are used at home and at school, cited in law courts, sermons and parliament, and referred to by crossword addicts and Scrabble players alike. Lexicography provides a detailed overview of the history, types and content of these essential references. Howard Jackson analyzes a wide range of dictionaries, from those for native speakers to thematic dictionaries and those on CD-ROM, to reveal the ways in which dictionaries fulfil their dual function of describing the vocabulary of English and providing a useful and accessible reference resource. Beginning with an introduction to the terms used in lexicology to describe words and vocabulary, and offering summaries and suggestions for further reading, Lexicography: An Introduction is highly student-friendly. It is ideal for anyone with an interest in the development and use of dictionaries.