Speech + Video to Text
Subject now allows students to record their voice or a video and have it transcribed directly into text responses in near real time. This feature is available on both short answer and long answer question types.
How It Works
Once enabled, students will see a microphone and camera icon in the toolbar on short and long answer questions.
Voice recording: Tap the microphone icon to record. The audio is transcribed in near real time and inserted as text.
Video recording: Tap the camera icon to record a video. The audio from the video is transcribed into text — only the transcription is submitted, not the video itself.
Typing alongside recording: Students can type freely in the text box while a recording is in progress.
Cursor placement: Transcribed text appears wherever the student's cursor is positioned when the recording finishes.
Speech to Text Prompt:
Video to Text Prompt:
Who Is This For?
This feature is especially helpful for:
English Language Learners (ELL) who may express themselves more fluently verbally than in writing
Students with learning differences or IEP accommodations that support alternative response formats
Any student who communicates better through speech and wants to use their voice as a starting point for written responses
Things to Know
Transcription happens in near real time — there may be a brief delay depending on recording length.
Responses are still submitted and graded as text, so there is no change to the grading workflow.
Need Help?
If you have questions about this feature, contact us through the Live Chat chat widget or email us at [email protected].