Accessing Content Verbally

Built-in accessibility tools support communication by providing multiple ways for students to express their thoughts. Features such as dictation, text-to-speech, and live speech allow students with speech or communication delays to participate, respond, and share ideas using alternative communication methods.

Speech-to-Text (Voice Typing/Dictation): Converts spoken words into written text, allowing users to type by speaking instead of using a keyboard.

Text-to-Speech (Typed Text Spoken Aloud): Reads typed or selected text aloud, giving users a voice for communication or comprehension.

Live Speech/Type-to-Talk: Allows users to type messages that are spoken aloud, supporting real-time conversations.

Word Prediction/Text Suggestions: Suggests words or phrases as the user types, making communication faster and easier.

Speech Case Study Activity

Step 1. Determine if you will be working with a team or individually.

Step 2. Open the slide deck linked below after you read through the steps. You may want to make a copy (or download if you are a Microsoft school) and save it in your own Drive.

• You will find three case study scenarios. Read through the scenarios.
• Complete the Try It Out for each case study.
  • You may want to explore other tools listed in the Tools for Verbal Access section on this page.
• Complete the Reflection for each case study.

Step 3. Complete the final reflection on the last slide.

• It is beneficial to reflect with colleagues.

21T4S Acc Toolbox - SPEECH Case Study Scenarios