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Resource: NaturalReader

Link: http://www.naturalreaders.com/

Purpose: NaturalReader is a Text to Speech software with natural sounding voices. This easy to use software can convert any written text such as MS Word, Webpage, PDF files, and Emails into spoken words. NaturalReader can also convert any written text into audio files such as MP3 or WAV for your CD player or iPod. [from www.naturalreaders.com/]

Recommendations: UDL Principles best met

• Mulitples means of representation

Ideas for instructional use: recording class presentation for reference later

• Multiple means of expression

Students can listen to materials orally replacing text.

Benefits:

Roadbumps to Watch:

• Need to download and install software (see specifications below)

Equipment/Technical Needs:

• Need to download and install. Operation System: win98/me/NT/2000/XP/Vista. Processor: 500MHZ. Memory: 128MB (256Recommended). Free Diskspace: 50MB (Natural Voices may require 600MB free space
• Has a free version and an expanded version for purchase.

Tutorials and Help:

Lesson Plans and Activity Ideas:

Feedback/Contact Us:

Please email the Cape May County ETTC at dstelacio@capemaytech.com or jstratton@capemaytech.com

Disclaimer:

This project was funded partially by the Cape May County Technical School District and the Technology Infused Math Education (TIME) grant

Website/resource designed by jstratton@capemaytech.com and dstelacio@capemaytech.com
last modified March, 2009

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