Speakable
Speakable is a multi-lingual tool designed to aid in the creation of auto-graded speaking activities, suitable for over 100 languages. It's primary function is ...
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What is Speakable?
Speakable is an AI-powered platform designed for K-12 schools, particularly for English Language Learners (ELL) and world language programs. It enables teachers to create interactive speaking, listening, and writing activities using customizable cards that incorporate media like images and videos. Students practice oral language skills with AI-driven grading, instant feedback, and proficiency estimates, while teachers monitor progress through portfolios, dashboards, and analytics.
Key features include speaking cards for pronunciation practice, listening cards for audio comprehension, writing cards for interactive exercises, and collaboration tools like team workspaces and a global library of shared activities. The platform supports auto-grading with rubrics, standards-based assessments, and integrations with LMS like Google Classroom, Clever, Canvas, and Schoology. It emphasizes trust and safety with FERPA and COPPA compliance, clear data policies, and streamlined provisioning for districts.
Speakable is ideal for teachers seeking to make speaking practice consistent and measurable, school leaders tracking growth, and IT teams needing secure edtech solutions. It saves time on grading, boosts student engagement, and provides on-demand training via Speakable Academy and professional learning materials. Customer stories highlight its role in elevating oral language across classrooms.
Speakable pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Free Plan: Core features for individual teachers, 1 shared folder, monthly AI credits refill, Google Classroom & Clever integration. Team Plan (annual per teacher): Core Seat $25/mo (1,000 AI credits), Advanced $55/mo (2,500 credits), Unlimited $80/mo (unlimited credits); adds unlimited folders, portfolios, grade passback, basic analytics. Organization Plan (annual per student, min 150): Teacher Seat $0/yr (unlimited), Student License $20/yr; adds unlimited teams, LTI integrations (Canvas etc.), dedicated support. 30-day free trial available.
Speakable pros
- AI auto-grading saves teacher time
- Instant personalized feedback to students
- Proficiency level estimates via ACTFL/WIDA
- Student portfolios for progress tracking
- Custom standards and cohort reports
- Six types of interactive page cards
- Media integration from Google Images/YouTube
- Global library of shared activities
- Team workspaces for collaboration
- LMS integrations like Google Classroom
- Clever SSO and rostering syncing
- FERPA and COPPA compliant
- Unlimited AI credits in higher plans
- Bulk page creator for efficiency
- Grade passback to LMS
- Data-driven dashboards and analytics
- On-demand Speakable Academy training
Speakable cons
- AI credits limit in free/team plans
- Credits don't roll over monthly
- Organization min 150 students
- Top-off credits extra cost
- Annual billing only for paid plans
- Limited folders in free plan
- Basic analytics only in team
- PD limited to once/year in team
- No unlimited in free plan
Frequently asked questions about Speakable
What are AI credits and how do they work?
AI credits are used for activities with AI grading or feedback, deducted per classroom assignment. Short answer correct answer uses 1 credit, open response pass-fail 20, proficiency 40, rubric 60. Monthly allowances refill; top-off credits purchasable if depleted. Example: 2-page proficiency activity to 3 classes uses 240 credits.
Is there a free trial?
Yes, 30-day free trial with team support for quick setup. Reach out to start.
Will Speakable sign our data privacy agreement?
Yes in most cases. Check Privacy & Security page for DPA options.
Can I buy with a purchase order?
Yes for Team and Organization plans. Use quote & checkout tool to generate quote and upload PO directly.
How do I generate a quote?
Instantly via quote & checkout tool: select seats, confirm details, download quote, upload PO to complete.
What page types are available?
All plans include all 6: speaking cards for pronunciation/confidence, listening for comprehension, writing exercises, with instructions/section breaks.
What AI grading methods exist?
Rubric (60 credits), standards-based/proficiency (40), pass-fail (20), correct answer (1); includes grammar insights, suggested responses, proficiency estimates.
Does it integrate with my LMS?
Free/Team: Google Classroom, Clever SSO/rostering. Organization: Plus Canvas, Schoology, Moodle, Brightspace, Blackboard LTI.
Is Speakable compliant for schools?
Yes, FERPA- and COPPA-compliant, with clear data governance, retention policies, streamlined provisioning.
What support is offered?
Chat/email all plans; Organization adds onboarding, PD (1/year team), dedicated success manager.