Bookshare.org supports student readersBy: Ann HarrisonEditorial FeatureFebruary/March, 2008
http://www.closingthegap.com/ctg2/solutions/detail.lasso?EditorialID=E1573&-session=XServeAuthenticate:18A34CA605148254A8qQw36CA9D5
This article really interested me. It talked about two students who needed something to encourage them to do their reading assignments. They had trouble remembering details from the story that they needed to complete writing assignment as well. It turns out that the Bookshare program was just the thing they needed.
Bookshare is converted into the assistive technology that is appropriate for a particular student's needs. It can be large print, braille, or synthesized speech. The bookshare library has received books from members and volunteers who have scanned books for the library.
I really like this idea and think it is a great resource for teachers with students who need assistance in all areas of the curriculum. At our school we are currently in the process of putting together our own library. This would be a wonderful addition to our library, or to any ones.
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