iSpraak

About iSpraak

iSpraak is a free and open source online activity generator designed for second language educators. Dr. Dan Nickolai of Saint Louis University developed iSpraak to automate speech evaluation of language learners and to provide them with instantaneous corrective feedback. The National Endowment for the Humanities and the SLU Research Institute have provided funding for its ongoing development and open access.

Get started: The instructor sets up the activity by selecting the language of instruction and including a short text for students to read. To help model the pronunciation, iSpraak can generate a target language audio file, or the instructor can provide their own audio prompt. When an activity is made, a special link is created and can be shared directly with students. It only takes a minute to make an activity, and the best way to become familiar with iSpraak is to try it yourself!

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