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Top 10 eLearning Predictions 2011 #LCBQ

Tony Karrer

Prediction #4 => Text-to-Speech Growth Accelerates Watson (the IBM machine that beat humans on Jeopardy) shows us how intelligent machines can help answer certain kinds of questions. One thing that I've not heard discussed as much is the voice recognition and text-to-speech of the application.

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The Role of Interactive eBooks in Promoting Literacy and Education

Kitaboo

Interactive eBooks vs Physical Textbooks Design element Costs Learning approach Building Accessibility Additional functionalities Portability III. Early PDF-format eBooks integrated text, images, and hyperlinks. Conclusion What are Interactive eBooks?

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Universal Design for Learning: Multiple Means of Representation

KnowledgeOne

Consider the following in your activities: Allow the use of Text-to-Speech. Use digital text with human voice recording (podcasts, audiobooks, etc.). Tip: When in doubt about allowing access to certain tools and software, think about the learning objective you are trying to evaluate. Use MathML. Metacognition 101.

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Universal Design for Learning: Multiple Means of Action & Expression

KnowledgeOne

Expression & Communication : Use multiple media for communication : Unless specific materials and techniques are crucial to achieving the set learning objective (e.g., Offer text-to-speech software, human dictation, recordings. Universal Design for Learning: Multiple Means of Engagement. Metacognition 101.

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Universal Design Principles and Their Application in Education

KnowledgeOne

There may be more than one appropriate way to meet and measure learning objectives.” Example: A professor’s website is designed to be accessible to everyone, including students who are blind and using text-to-speech software. Open Learning: The Journal of Open, Distance and E-Learning,30(1), 35-52.