When the tool is selected from the toolbar on a webpage, the microphone is used to translate spoken word into text. This tool has many benefits but it is important that the user speaks clearly. If user does not speak clearly, this tool can be challenging.
Beneficial specifically for students who may have mobility issues, physical challenges, or keyboarding issues.
Useful tool for students with dyslexia.
Helpful for students who are learning English as an additional language.
Can be used with beginning writers to record ideas.
Helpful for students with attention/focusing challenges.
Once students are comfortable with this tool, can help encourage more independence and reduce the need for scribing.
Teachers could use as an assessment tool when conferring with students.
Time efficient way to write information on web (specific feedback, notes, reporting, e-mails).
Provides choice for students in how they record their thoughts and ideas.
Helps students become more independent when accessing material on the web (ie: Google Search) or carrying out daily activities (ie: filling in forms, assessments, etc.)
Students can record responses without worrying about grammatical errors.
Fantastic tool for students who have many ideas but often have difficulty recording.
Students can collaboratively brainstorm.
ENGAGEMENT
Allows students to express their understanding of topics.
ACTION AND EXPRESSION
Allows students to read aloud written text as another option instead of only typing or handwriting.
Can be used as a tool to express and communicate ideas and understanding.