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Guides, research, and practical advice on reading accommodations, assistive technology, and making content accessible for every student.
ReadingVox vs Read&Write: An Honest Comparison for Schools
A side-by-side comparison of ReadingVox and Texthelp Read&Write for K-12 schools. Features, pricing, privacy, and which tool fits your students best.
How to Set Up Text-to-Speech on School Chromebooks (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step guide for IT administrators to deploy text-to-speech tools on managed Chromebooks using Google Admin Console.
Text-to-Speech as a Reading Accommodation: 504 Plans and IEPs
How text-to-speech tools support students with reading disabilities under 504 plans and IEPs. What teachers and parents need to know.
Does Text-to-Speech Actually Help Struggling Readers? What the Research Says
Research-backed evidence on how text-to-speech technology supports reading comprehension, fluency, and independence for students with reading difficulties.
FERPA Compliance for EdTech Tools: What Schools Need to Check
A practical checklist for evaluating whether educational technology tools meet FERPA requirements. What to ask vendors before signing.
Making Google Docs Accessible for Students Who Struggle to Read
Google Docs renders text on a canvas that screen readers can't access. Here's how to make Google Docs work for students with reading difficulties.
Why Word-by-Word Highlighting Matters for Reading Comprehension
The science behind synchronized text highlighting during text-to-speech, and why it's more effective than audio alone for struggling readers.
How to Force-Install Chrome Extensions via Google Admin Console
Step-by-step guide for school IT administrators to deploy Chrome extensions to managed Chromebooks and browsers using Google Workspace.
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts in the Classroom: Do They Actually Help?
A look at OpenDyslexic and other dyslexia-friendly fonts — what the research says, and how to make them available on school devices.
Supporting English Language Learners with Text-to-Speech and Translation Tools
How TTS and inline translation help ELL students access grade-level content while building English fluency and vocabulary.
ReadingVox vs ReadSpeaker: Comparing TTS Tools for Schools
A detailed comparison of ReadingVox and ReadSpeaker for K-12 education. Features, pricing, deployment, and which is the better fit for your district.
Screen Masks and Reading Rulers: Reducing Visual Overwhelm for Students
How screen masks and reading rulers help students with ADHD, dyslexia, and visual processing difficulties focus on text. Research and practical tools.
AI Vocabulary Simplification: Helping Students Access Grade-Level Text
How AI-powered vocabulary simplification works, why it's different from dumbing down content, and how teachers can use it as a reading scaffold.
How Schools Can Save Big on Assistive Technology for Reading
A practical guide to reducing assistive technology costs in K-12 without sacrificing quality. Free tools, affordable alternatives, and smart procurement.
Universal Design for Learning: Why Every Student Benefits from Text-to-Speech
Text-to-speech isn't just for students with disabilities. UDL principles show that multimodal access to content benefits all learners.
COPPA, SOPIPA, and Student Privacy: What Every School IT Admin Should Know
A plain-English guide to the federal and state privacy laws that govern educational technology in K-12 schools.
Can Students Use Text-to-Speech During State Testing?
A guide to TTS accommodations during standardized testing. What's allowed, what's not, and how to document it properly.
How to Choose the Right TTS Voice for Your Students
Not all text-to-speech voices are created equal. How voice quality, accent, speed, and student preference affect comprehension and engagement.
5 Technology-Powered Reading Comprehension Strategies for the Classroom
Practical strategies that combine assistive technology with evidence-based reading instruction to improve comprehension for all students.
The IT Admin's Checklist for Evaluating Text-to-Speech Tools
A comprehensive evaluation checklist for school IT administrators comparing text-to-speech solutions. Security, deployment, support, and total cost of ownership.