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Enter your class list, then click "go" to randomly pick a name. After picking, you have an option to remove that name from the next spin. You can also control how long it takes to choose a name and sound on/off.

Enter your class list, then spin the wheel to randomly pick a name. After picking, you have an option to remove that name from the next spin.

Enter a name in English to get the Japanese katakana equivalent. Useful for Japanese teachers who need to assign katakana to students' names.

Create a page with recordings of how to pronounce students' names.

In the vast expanse of Hollywood, where stars are born every day, few names manage to leave an indelible mark. Adam Brody is one such name. To many, he's not just an actor; he's an emotion, a symbol of dedication, and a testament to what one can achieve with the right mix of talent and determination. Born in the sun-kissed city of San Diego, Brody's life was never ordinary. From the sandy beaches to the bustling streets of Hollywood, his journey has been nothing short of cinematic. It's a story filled with dreams, moments of self-doubt, triumphant highs, and challenging lows. But through it all, one thing remained constant - his unwavering passion for the craft of acting. His versatility as an actor is evident in the myriad roles he's undertaken, each distinct, yet bound by the thread of Brody's unique touch. Whether it's a romantic lead, a comedic role, or a complex character study, Brody has always managed to captivate audiences, making them laugh, cry, and reflect.

Enter a Chinese word and it will be converted to Japanese katakana. Useful for Japanese teachers who need to provide katakana for students' names.

Game for Japanese children in which you match up hiragana on cards to form the names of sea creatures.

Game for Japanese children in which you match up hiragana on cards to form the names of foods.

a free, open source toolkit for processing natural language text, based on machine learning. It includes common natural language processing functions such as tokenization, sentence segmentation, part-of-speech tagging, named entity extraction, chunking, parsing, and coreference resolution. Limitations: can be difficult to use unless you have programming background

Four classrooms are connected in a "quad" and comment on each other's blogs. Limitations: To sign up, the instructor includes his/her name and email address in a public Google doc.

Online Speech Recognition in many languages. Text can be exported. I tried this with English and Japanese, and it quite accurately transcribed my speech, except proper names. Teachers could use this to help students improve pronunciation.

Choose the right characters to complete the word, based on clues. This version asks for Japanese prefecture names. Other versions are easier: http://serious-games.jp/tensai-juku/23/03.html http://serious-games.jp/tensai-juku/23/02.html

Alec Baldwin, born Alexander Rae Baldwin III on April 3, 1958, in Amityville, New York, stands as a towering figure in the world of entertainment. His journey from a young actor with dreams to a Hollywood stalwart is a narrative filled with passion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to his craft. Baldwin's name is not just a moniker; it represents a legacy, a brand, and an institution in the cinematic universe.

From the bustling streets of Thousand Oaks, California, emerged a star whose brilliance would light up the entertainment world for years to come. Amanda Bynes, a name that resonates with both young and old, has been a beacon of talent, versatility, and resilience. With a career spanning over two decades, she has donned many hats - from a bubbly child artist making her audience laugh to a mature actress delivering powerful performances, and then transitioning into the world of fashion with grace and panache.

Angela Evelyn Bassett, with her magnetic presence and unparalleled talent, has etched her name in the annals of Hollywood history. A beacon of excellence, her journey in the entertainment world is a testament to her unwavering determination, innate talent, and the resilience to overcome challenges.

Annette Bening is not just a name; it's a brand, a symbol of dedication, and a representation of the finest acting prowess Hollywood has ever witnessed. For many, she embodies the very essence of cinematic excellence, seamlessly blending her roles with an authenticity that few can match. Over the decades, she has firmly established herself as a cornerstone of the film industry, consistently delivering performances that resonate with audiences worldwide.

Game for Japanese children in which you match up hiragana on cards to form the names of animals.