Web 2.0 Tools for Education
SpeakIt!
Web address: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/speakit/pgeolalilifpodheeocdmbhehgnkkbak
SpeakIt! is a Google Chrome extension that converts speech into text. It reads out loud written text from webpages.
In education, students could use SpeakIt! to have written information read out to them instead of having to read it in their heads.
SpeakIt! can remove barriers for students who struggle with visual information, especially reading, and for students who prefer auditory information (auditory learners).
There is no limit on user ages.
NoteStar
Web address: http://notestar.4teachers.org/
NoteStar is a web extension that helps students and teachers organize research projects into topics and sub-topics.
In education, NoteStar can be used to organize notes, start projects, and assign topics to groups. It's a simple way to keep information organized and a great way to start building a bibliography.
NoteStar removes barriers for students who prefer visual information and for students who need help organizing material.
There are no required ages to use this tool.
SpiderScribe
Web address: http://www.spiderscribe.net/
SpiderScribe is a website used to create online mind maps and brainstorm ideas.
In education, SpiderScribe can be used to create mind maps. These can be shared with a class or teacher. Furthermore, SpiderScribe can be used to organize thoughts for projects and essays.
SpiderScribe removes barriers for students who prefer visual and spatial information as well as for students who struggle with organizing information.
There are no required ages to use SpiderScribe.