The Speak the Words task asks users to practice their pronunciation by recording themselves speaking specific words or phrases.
This article outlines the following concepts:
Create a New Activity
Click New within Interactive Content (Content Creation) > Select Speak the Words
Configure Answers
Give this activity a Title and Describe the task. Type the Accepted Answer. Click Add item if there are multiple accepted answers.
Type the Incorrect answer text and the Correct answer text.
Select the Language of speech input.
Additional Settings
Configure additional settings such as Behavioral Settings to set how users can interact with this activity.
Click Save.
Use Cases
The following are possible general use cases for utilizing this feature:
Language acquisition and accent training
An ESL (English as a Second Language) instructor uses the Speak the Words activity to help learners master common phrases and improve their pronunciation.
This feature is useful because:
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Learners receive instant feedback on whether their pronunciation is correct.
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Teachers can create multiple accepted answers to account for regional accents or slight variations.
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The activity reinforces vocabulary retention by combining listening, speaking, and repetition.
Example Activity
Task Description: “Say the phrase: ‘How are you today?’”
Accepted Answers: How are you today, How’re you today
Language: English
Learners speak into their device, and the tool evaluates pronunciation against the expected phrase.
Medical or technical terminology practice
A healthcare training provider uses this activity to reinforce correct pronunciation of complex medical terms, which is especially helpful for learners who are new to the field or non-native speakers.
This feature is useful because:
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Technical accuracy is critical in fields like medicine or engineering.
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Multiple terms can be added to one activity to build pronunciation drills.
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Feedback helps learners self-correct before assessments or clinical applications.
Example Activity
Task Description: “Speak the following medical term: ‘Cardiomyopathy’”
Accepted Answer: Cardiomyopathy
Incorrect Answer Text: “Try again. Focus on syllables: car-dee-oh-my-op-uh-thee.”
Correct Answer Text: “Excellent pronunciation!”
Language: English
Public speaking and fluency development
A communication coach uses this activity in a speech preparation course, helping learners rehearse key phrases or transitions used in formal speaking.
This feature is useful because:
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Learners can practice flow, tone, and clarity for public presentations.
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Admins can choose phrases that are commonly mispronounced or rhythmically challenging.
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It’s ideal for asynchronous practice, paired with review sessions.
Example Activity
Task Description: “Say the transition phrase: ‘In conclusion, let me summarize the key points.’”
Accepted Answers: In conclusion, let me summarize the key points
Language: English
Learners receive real-time feedback and can retry if needed to improve fluency.