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Why Text-to-Speech Tools Might Have a Place in Your Classroom with Dr. Kirsten Kohlmeyer – Easy EdTech Podcast 183

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!

Listen to the podcast episode on your favorite platform:

Tips for using text-to-speech tools

  • Focus on the task.
  • Examine “return on time” investment.
  • Look at what your favorite tools already do.
  • Figure out if a tool works for your goals

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Blog Author and EdTech Consultant Dr. Monica Burns

Monica Burns

Dr. Monica Burns is a former classroom teacher, Author, Speaker, and Curriculum & EdTech Consultant. Visit her site ClassTechTips.com for more ideas on how to become a tech-savvy teacher.

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