Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) are behind next-generation improvements in a range of software tools for students with sensory or learning disabilities. Speech synthesis in particular is benefiting from deep learning technologies, which are used to generate speech that sounds like a human voice.

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Edsurge

DECEMBER 8, 2017

Students who are blind rarely major in math or science, and Emily Schlenker understands why, from personal experience. Hermann, of the University of Phoenix, says that one problem on many campuses is that disability experts start conversations with professors by talking about legal requirements rather than culture change. “We

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eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

— Edson Barton, CEO, YouScience The Science of Reading continues to gain momentum in changing how educators approach reading instruction, particularly in foundational skills for Grades K-3. Department of Education and tremendous growth within the assistive technology industry over the last few years, I believe we’re in for a big change.

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eSchool News

JULY 1, 2022

PRNewswire/ — Texthelp , a global leader in literacy and assistive technology, announced it has appointed Gus Schmedlen, Ed.D., Dr. Schmedlen brings over two decades of experience in the education technology sector to Texthelp. Texthelp believes in a world where difference, disability or language are no longer barriers.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 1, 2024

Kris Astle, Global Education Strategist, SMART Technologies Far too many students continue to struggle with reading, with post-pandemic recovery remaining slow—and in some cases, stagnant—among our young readers. There is a clear need for science-driven curriculum, and the thoughtful implementation of emerging technologies.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 10, 2015

In the afternoon they might be given a math or science assignment where they have to document the results. I worked very diligently over the course of my high school career to familiarize myself as much as possible with the inner workings, complex nuances, and the design principles of many forms of assistive technology.

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eSchool News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Kris Astle, Global Education Strategist, SMART Technologies Far too many students continue to struggle with reading, with post-pandemic recovery remaining slow—and in some cases, stagnant—among our young readers. There is a clear need for science-driven curriculum, and the thoughtful implementation of emerging technologies.

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