Assistive Technology for Android devices

Installing text to speech for Android devices

The video below explains how to activate the built in text to speech facility on Android phones and tablets. This may not work on devices running older versions of the Android operating system.

Voice recognition

This video explains how to use the built in voice recognition facility in Android phones and tablets to enter text into Google Docs, as an alternative to typing. This is particularly useful for anyone using a device with a small screen for extended writing.

Voice recording

Recording short audio messages is a great way to evidence learning, without writing or typing. It is really useful for short answers, such as quizzes and reading comprehension activities. It is particularly suitable for pupils with dyslexia and motor control difficulties.

Book Creator

Book Creator is an easy way to add voice recordings to accompany text, pictures etc. It is available as an iPad / Android app (free and paid for versions) or on the website http://app.bookcreator.com (free sign up for 40 books). The web version doesn't need any apps installed (you sign in with your stirlingschools.net email and password) so might be easier for home use and it works on PCs, Chromebooks and iPads. Please note the web version only works on Android tablets and not on Android phones.

To add a voice note, click the blue plus button, click the media tab and select record, then follow the on-screen instructions.

SeeSaw

If you are using SeeSaw, there is a built in voice and screen recorder. First, click the Add Response button, then click or tap the microphone button in the toolbar on the left hand side and follow the on-screen instructions.

CALL Scotland Android App Wheels / Guides

CALL have recommended Apps to support learners in various categories. You can click or tap on the apps on each wheel to view more details in the Google Play App Store.

Communication support needs (AAC)

Apps for learners with dyslexia

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