On the Stockton Page, there is an Accessibility Toolbox section under The Wellness Center box and it features many different tools that students and professors can use to help with learning in the classroom. Some of the ones I will discuss are Action Blocks, Speechify, AudioNote, Easy Reader, Remember the Milk, Mindly, and Zoom Reader.
The first tool I want to discuss is Action Blocks and that is a Communication Tool. Action Blocks can be configured to speak phrases and makes routine actions easier with customizable buttons, but it is only available on an Android. This can help teachers and students that speak different languages become able to properly converse in the classroom.
The next tool I want to discuss is Speechify which is an Audio/Speech Tool. Speechify can create audiobooks out of almost anything. Instantly listen to any pdf or highlighted text with the tap of a button. This would allow students to have an easier time reading and be able to read text faster as well.
The third tool I want to discuss is AudioNote which is a Note Taking Tool. AudioNote synchronizes notes and audio. Notes can be taken at the time of recording or added later, and each link to the recording so your text, drawings, and photos highlight during playback. This can allow students to take notes easier and quicker instead of taking the time to write it all out on their document or paper.
The fourth tool I want to discuss is Easy Reader which is a Reading Tool. Easy Reader is an accessible reading application for individuals with dyslexia, low vision and blindness. This allows kids with disabilities such as dyslexia and blindness, to read what they need for class and not fall behind the other students who do not suffer from these disabilities.
The fifth tool I want to discuss is Remember the Milk which is a Time Management Tool. Remember the Milk can organize your priorities, due dates, and lists. Set reminders via email, text, IM, Twitter and mobile notifications. This will help keep students on task and will help make sure that nothing is late or unfinished.
The sixth tool I want to discuss is Mindly which is a Writing Tool. Mindly helps organize an individuals thoughts, captures ideas, assists in planning a project, preparing a speech, and note taking. This will help students figure out how to structure their essays, speeches, and projects so that it can all be smooth and consistent.
The seventh and final tool I want to discuss is Zoom Reader which is a Visual Tool. Zoom Reader pairs with iOS device’s camera to magnify and read printed text. This program is designed to help people who are visually impaired or have low vision. It would help visually impaired students read and keep up with the class so they do not fall behind due to their disability.