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Learning Technology Resources
Learning Technology Resources is a learning resource for students, parents, faculty, and staff at the Lockland Schools. Below you will find a list of free and open source learning technology resources. This is not an all inclusive list of available resources; however, it does represent several areas that can assist with learning. We believe that these resources may be of benefit to individuals with different learning styles.
These programs are not supported through Lockland Schools Technology Office. These programs have been identified from reliable sources; however, the individual is responsible for any issues associated with the download or installation of software on their personal computer. Most of the web sites offer guidelines on use and troubleshooting should assistance be necessary.
If you are interested in information about commercial programs that address similar items as discussed below, please research the internet.
If you are unsure what type of software might work for you, it is recommended that you start with a learning assessment to help evaluate your learning style and then based on the learning style information, you can select appropriate software.
New resources added to INFOhio Core Collection
The State Library Board has renewed the grant that makes possible the INFOhio Core Collection of Electronic Resources for all Ohio students. By July 1, INFOhio expects that the Core Collection for 2011-2012 will add three new tools. World Book’s Early World of Learning willoffer a wealth of resources to help preschoolers and children in the early grades grasp critical early childhood themes while developing reading and oral language skills. Mango Languages, an online foreign language learning system, will teach practical conversation and cultural awareness for the world’s most popular languages. ProQuest Ancestry Library Edition will deliver billions of records in census data, vital records, directories and photos, contained in more than 7,000 databases.
http://www.infohio.org/ER/ERcore.asp
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Dictionary programs can help you find a variety of information. The obvious reason for using a dictionary is to find a definition. However, you can also look up the word's function or part of speech, the pronunciation, and origins or roots of words. In some cases, using a dictionary program can help confirm the spelling of a word.
Learn more about Word Web >>
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Hearing Assistive Technology makes sound accessible to people with a hearing loss. Through technology, people with hearing loss are gaining improved access to information. Some programs of interested are identified in the links below.
Learn more about MAGpie >>
Learn more about NexTalk >>
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A screen reader is a software application that attempts to identify and interpret what is being displayed on the screen. In many cases this is done through some form of text-to-speech; however, a full screen reader will allow access to more than just the text content, it also allows access to menu bars etc.
Learn more about Non-Visual Desktop Reader (NVDA) >>
Learn more about ORCA >>
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Text to Speech software allows the computer to read most documents aloud. Many programs work in several applications, e.g. word processing, web browsing, etc; however, some are specific to one piece of software. Open source text-to-speech programs have a range of voices from which to choose. Students may need to try difference programs to find a voice that works for them.
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Word prediction technology is used to assist with text entry. These programs predict the word you are typing and the next word based on word frequency and context.
Learn more about Let Me Type >>