NameCoach
NameCoach: Name Pronunciation Tool
Introduction
NameCoach is a new easy-to-use, accessible tool we are implementing in Canvas. It's a simple way Canvas users can record the proper pronunciation of their name and share it with others in Canvas.
Why is a product like NameCoach important for PCC?
When people you interact with pronounce your name correctly, you feel more valued and included. This tool helps to create an online learning space where students feel connected, supported and understood.
NameCoach is an equity-minded tool that can help increase a student's sense of belonging. It also helps online instructors humanize their presence by having their voice literally "heard" by the student.
Additional Information
- Introducing NameCoach
- The "Parts" of NameCoach
- NameCoach Recorder Views
- NameCoach Roster Views
- Student View and Instructions for NameCoach
- Student View of NameCoach Roster
- NC-InfoSheet.pdf
Benefits of Using NameCoach
For Students:
- Increases sense of belonging and inclusion
- Reduces anxiety about name mispronunciation
- Creates a more personalized learning experience
- Builds community in online courses
For Instructors:
- Helps build rapport with students
- Demonstrates respect for student identities
- Humanizes the online teaching presence
- Supports equity and inclusion efforts
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