VoiceThread

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Register for VoiceThread

A quick note: VoiceThread functionality can be spotty when using Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge browsers. 
  1. Visit the Website, VoiceThread.com
  2. Choose "Register"
  3. Complete online form
  4. Go to your email account to complete the account activation
  5. "Sign In" to VoiceThread
  6. "Browse" to view VT tutorials or to get some inspiration

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