This one I discovered for Lisken, who needed a way for her Spanish I students to do a quick recording of themselves speaking and that she could possibly access while in Nicaragua. Vocaroo is an online audio recording tool that you don't need to sign up for and will easily save your recording as a link that can be emailed. It is super easy to use. Just hit Record and start talking.
This could also be good for leaving sub plans, just email the link in with your recording of what you expect of the students and have the sub play it.
To get a sense of how it works, here's a quick recording I made with a special summer reading suggestion in it: http://vocaroo.com/i/s0xgilgdAMS9
BOOK TIP: The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion
This is a quirky, feel-good novel about a genetics professor who is a bit socially awkward and unable to connect to people in a "typical" way. He sets out to scientifically find himself a suitable wife, based on his very specific needs. Thus, begins his Wife Project. Into the mix, comes Rosie who fits none of his criteria, but yet, they have a connection. A great summer read to help you escape.
