Response to Dave's differentiated instruction posting in regards to using audio technology software programs such as Kurzweil and Dragon Naturally Speaking.
I think you are so right, David. You definitely touched upon some poignant issues. I have a student in my class who uses both those software programs many times throughout the week and sometimes daily. The one thing that I have trouble with though is the fact that other students still say "why does HE get to use that and we don`t". On one hand I explain that we all learn differently and these types of software will help the student to perform and reach his highest potential. On the other hand, I hear what the other kids are saying and wish that we did have access to this software for the whole class. Although I understand that only a few students may need this type of software assistance, that`s not to say that other students wouldn`t benefit from using it as well. I guess it just comes down to the availability of technology in your school...which is frustrating to some!
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