Namecoach - Getting Started [UW-Madison]

This document explains how to begin using Namecoach, a name pronunciation tool connected with Canvas.

   

Instructor Considerations before Use

General Considerations

  • NameCoach allows everyone to record their name in their own voice. This helps to foster a more inclusive classroom environment.
  • Allows for anyone to add their recorded names to their email signature. 
  • Available to all courses in Canvas and to all employees through the NameCoach website. 
  • One recording will be used for all courses and the email signature. 

Information to share with students

  • You can record your name directly inside of Canvas or from the NameCoach website (KB Article) 
  • You only need to record your name once and it will be accessible in all of your Canvas courses. 

Accessibility 

See [Link for document 122496 is unavailable at this time] for important accessibility information.

Steps to Get Started with Namecoach

Questions and Support

For help with Namecoach, please contact the DoIT Help Desk  



Keywords:
Name pronunciation diction coach tool audio clip 
Doc ID:
123211
Owned by:
Learn@UW Madison in Learn@UW-Madison
Created:
2022-12-28
Updated:
2023-02-24
Sites:
DoIT Help Desk, Learn@UW-Madison