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discussed in my previous posts about Dragon Naturally Speaking, which is a speech
recognition software. While doing research on different AT devices I came
across SpeakQ, which is a great beneficial software for students with
disabilities. This device is a speech recognition software that reads aloud any
text that you highlight. This improves students’ comprehension, reading and
proofreading skills. This program is great for students with learning
disabilities. This program allows students to develop their writing skills and
build their vocabulary. This is a great tool for any students especially
students who struggle with reading and writing. I will be able to use this in
my classroom with my second grade students while they develop their reading and
writing skills.
Source:
Dell, A., Newton, D., & Petroff, J. (2012). Assistive Technology in the Classroom. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.
http://www.goqsoftware.com/
Dell, A., Newton, D., & Petroff, J. (2012). Assistive Technology in the Classroom. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education, Inc.
http://www.goqsoftware.com/
Helen, this is a great resource that can be used in any type of classroom. I wish I would have been introduced to devices and adaptations such as "SpeakQ" when I was a student. I believe that is this a great interactive resource to aide students in individual growth in reading and writing.
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