Narakeet, a creator of narrated videos through text
Slide presentingVideo recording/creating
Description: Narakeet is a tool for converting slides into narrated videos using voice technology and animations. Users input slides into the Narakeet platform, which then converts them into a narrated video or presentation. Users can customise the voice, pace, and style of narration, as well as add animations and visuals to enhance the presentation. Narakeet offers narrations for more than 90 languages. It offers a limited free version and requires users to sign up for an account for use.
Evaluation: Narakeet is a useful and time-saving tool that allows teachers to easily transform presentations into narrated videos. This can be a way to make learning materials more engaging and visual. It includes over 738 voices to choose from and 98 languages, so it is highly adaptable. However, since the voices are synthetic, they might sound somewhat robotic and unappealing at times. It could also be used to create assignments for students in which they are compelled to research a topic and deliver a presentation. However, this is not the right tool for teachers looking to improve their students’ pronunciation. Average IT skills required.
Cost: Free limited version + paid options avialble
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Time efficiency 
Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: High.
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English.
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : Medium. Video Puppet Limited, the owner of Narakeet, collects data for different purposes, among which marketing, together with gathering cookies. For that, it shares data with third parties, among which Amazon Web Services. Video Puppet Limited takes appropriate technical and organisational precautions to secure personal data. It acknowledges users’ rights to access, rectify, erase, and object to data processing. Video Puppet Limited states compliance with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: Yes, users with an account can save their progress.