Why text-to-speech tools might have a place in your classroom with Dr. Kirsten Kohlmeyer – Easy TeTech Podcast 183 — from classtechtips.com by Monica Burns
Excerpt:
In this episode, Assistive Technology Director, Dr. Kirsten Kohlmeyer, joins to discuss the power of accessibility and text-to-speech tools in classroom environments. You’ll also hear plenty of digital resources to check out for text-to-speech options, audiobooks, and more!
Assistive tools can provide:
- Text-to-speech
- Definitions/vocabularies
- Ability to level the Lexile level of a reading
- Capability to declutter a website
- More chances to read to learn something new
- and more
Speaking of tools, also see:
- Best online tools for creating interactive maps for students and teachers — from educatorstechnology.com by Med Kharbach, PhD
- Best Venn Diagram Makers for Non-designers — from educatorstechnology.com by Med Kharbach, PhD
