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Student Success: Give Voice to Your Learners

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Presented at 1:45 pm in Independence on Thursday, November 20, 2025.

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Speaker(s)

  • Colleen Sandquist, Partner Manager, ReadSpeaker

Session Details

  • Length of Session: 1-hr
  • Format: Lecture
  • Expertise Level: Beginner
  • Type of session: General Conference

Summary

Imagine a classroom where every student feels supported, understood, and empowered to succeed. In this session, discover how ReadSpeaker’s audio-enabled learning tools are transforming education by making content accessible to all learners. Through real-world examples & new technology, you’ll learn how ReadSpeaker elevates content in your Learning Management Systems. Walk away energized with actionable ideas to drive inclusion, boost engagement, and help every student find their voice.

Abstract

As classrooms grow more diverse in learning preferences and student needs, educators and administrators are embracing innovative technologies to foster inclusion and engagement. This session explores how ReadSpeaker’s suite of audio-enabled learning tools supports a wide range of students and learning styles, helping to build more accessible and equitable educational environments.

Participants will gain a clear understanding of how ReadSpeaker’s tools can be used to meet diverse educational needs and promote student success. With a focus on practical application, the session will showcase real-world examples and provide actionable strategies for integrating text-to-speech technology within the top Learning Management Systems.

By sharing a case study through the lens of real world examples, attendees will see how audio-enabled content can improve comprehension, reduce cognitive load, and support independent learning—especially for students with learning differences, language barriers, or reading challenges. Educators and administrators will leave with practical tools and implementation strategies they can apply immediately. By leveraging ReadSpeaker’s technology, they can create more engaging, inclusive classrooms where all students—regardless of need or preference—have the opportunity to succeed.

Keypoints

  1. ReadSpeaker’s audio-enabled tools help address various learning preferences and needs, promoting accessibility
  2. Real-world examples and actionable strategies for implementing ReadSpeaker within leading Learning Management
  3. Use of case study data to demonstrate how audio content enhances comprehension, reduces cognitive load, and su

Disability Areas

Cognitive/Learning

Topic Areas

Alternate Format, Assistive Technology, Uncategorized

Speaker Bio(s)

Colleen Sandquist

Drawing on more than two decades in education and assistive technology, Colleen is dedicated to empowering learners to reach their full academic potential. Her passion lies in removing barriers through accessibility, ensuring all learners can access and comprehend written material. A strong proponent of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), equity, and personal growth, Colleen aims to positively influence partners, higher education institutions, districts, and learners by sharing her expertise and commitment to accessibility.

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