Writing to Demonstrate Knowledge - Alternative Supports for

There are multiple ways for students to independently demonstrate what they know using alternative electronic modes beyond paper and pencil:

1. Insert Sound Object directly into Word or Ppt.
2. Record using Audacity
3. Create a podcast
4. Use VoiceThread; great across all content areas
5. Record using the Pulse SmartPen
6. Use Digital Storytelling Tools
7. Use word prediction software
8. Use voice recording programs
9. Record using built-in webcamElectronic post it notes on-screen that are color coded
10. Word processor set up on split screen. The left side is used as an outline and right side is the actual writing, following the outline.
11. Excel for word wall, writing space, outlining or visual organizer.
12. PowerPoint using sentence fragments, recording the slides as needed. Add pictures to jog memory or add example.
13. Concept maps in paper format or in electronic format such as Webspiration.
    
14. Speech recognition