[Oz-teachers] Speech to Text computer program

[Michael]

A speech to text program would require the user to be able to read what the
program is creating to be able to edit and correct it. I am typing this
e-mail with Dragon NaturallySpeaking which I find very easy to use and the
current version does boast it will work without being trained but will get
more accurate as corrections are made. If the student can not read I do not
see how a program of this type would be of any use at all. May I ask why he
needs the speech converted to text? It may be more appropriate to teach him
a sound editing program like audacity to actually create sound files of what
he is trying to say and then markers can just listen to it.
 
Michael

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From: oz-teachers-bounces at rite.ed.qut.edu.au
[mailto:oz-teachers-bounces at rite.ed.qut.edu.au] On Behalf Of marty heysen
Sent: Friday, 22 February 2008 1:52 PM
To: oz-teachers at rite.ed.qut.edu.au
Subject: [Oz-teachers] Speech to Text computer program


Hi All,
We have a special needs student with great oral skills but cannot read or
write. He has a great memory for pictures but letters and words fail to
stick. He gets frustrated and angry with himself when asked to write himself
and tires when asked to copy as he is concentrating so hard on producing
each letter.
We have funding to purchase a speech to text program and I am seeking advice
on what works best for students and teachers. I know of Dragon and
Microsoft's program (some what difficult to set up for those who can't
read). So your advice would be appreciated.
Cheers
Marty 

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Marty Heysen
Jingili PS NT 
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