Communication & Education
This category includes communication and education tools that are beneficial for those who need additional help with reading, writing or bridging the gap between ideas and production.
Outspoken Communicator Mobile System
A high-quality portable Augmentative and Alternative Communicator (AAC) bundled solution that can be customized to include an iPad or select Android device, pre-installed with various AAC software, as well as accessories such as an EVA2 protective case, tempered glass screen protector, carrying strap, ergonomic metal stylus and the iGo Bluetooth wireless portable speaker.
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AAC Software Options
The Outspoken Communicator Mobile System can be customized to include all or any combination of the following Augmentative and Alternative Communicator (AAC) software options.
Proloquo2Go
Comprehensive AAC solution that allows a user to increase vocabulary, store commonly used words and phrases and use symbols and/or text-based functions. Please note Proloquo2Go is only for iPad.
Predictable
Comprehensive Text-based AAC solution with options to store phrases and translate handwriting.
Assistive Express
A text-based AAC solution with word prediction and storage of phrases.
Snap + Core First
A symbol-based AAC solution that helps users to continuously build vocabulary and communication skills.
TapToTalk
AAC solution with an option to tilt the device and have the message fill the entire screen. There are symbol and text-based modes.
TouchChat
AAC solution with an option to tilt the device and have the message fill the entire screen. There are symbol and text-based modes.
Other Software and Accessories
These software packages and accessories include voice recognition and language and writing aids that improve writing skills and give users more input options.
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Dragon NaturallySpeaking
Text-to-Speech Recognition Software with comprehensive control of all areas of your computer. Dragon NaturallySpeaking allows hands free access to internal computer settings, learns your vocabulary and voice tone.
Description
High accuracy, fast performance and extensive vocabulary give you outstanding recognition for your toughest business projects. It's simple. Just speak to your computer naturally - without pausing between words - and watch as sentences appear on your screen. Dictate and edit entire paragraphs at a time. Compose e-mail messages, create reports, draft letters, and edit proposals just by speaking. Add words to your vocabulary and train it to recognize how you pronounce that word. Use automatically expanding phrases to replace short phrases with pre-set paragraphs you use often. You'll find Dragon NaturallySpeaking can be faster and more natural than typing.
Dragon NaturallySpeaking is unique among text-to-speech software packages due to the access to anything in your computer. Use voice commands to access internal controls and settings in your computer, switch between active programs and windows and use pre-programmed commands for different applications for more efficiency.
Dragon NaturallySpeaking is available in a French professional versions geared toward specific industries (legal and medical).
Plantronics Headset
Manufacturer: Plantronics
Models include wired and wireless headphones with microphones and noise cancelling features.
Description
For music, games, speech recognition, Internet chat/telephony, and video conferencing. This headset features awesome stereo sound and a superior speech-recognition microphone for improved voice recognition accuracy. Equipped with convenient inline volume and mute controls and a QuickAdjust™ microphone boom that ensures correct placement for speech applications. The flexible headband and soft, swivel-mounted ear cushions let you work or play in comfort. Compatible with popular PC sound cards, just plug it in and start talking. The headset is lightweight and comfortable, with a new behind-the-head design.
Product Features:
- Full-range stereo sound
- Superior speech recognition microphone
- Inline volume and mute controls
- Lightweight, comfortable, behind-the-head design
- Compatible with popular PC sound cards
- Works on Windows®systems
- Compatible with Microsoft® Windows XP™
Kurzweil 3000
Manufacturer: Kurzweil Educational Systems
Kurzweil 3000 is a writing tool that guides users from the brainstorming stage to completion of essays. Grammar and spell check functions are available, and you can scan or import in documents from various formats.
Description
Kurzweil 3000 is a scanning, reading and writing solution for people with learning disabilities or reading difficulties. There are two versions - one for the Windows environment and one for the Macintosh.
Many versions of Kurzweil products are available, specific items can be quoted upon request.
Antidote
Manufacturer: Prologue
Antidote is a French and English language writing software product with spelling, vocabulary and syntax checking functions. It hosts a comprehensive dictionary.
Description
Antidote is the full arsenal of the perfect editor that adds directly to your favorite software. Whether you write a letter or email, click a button, and see if open a reference works among the richest and most useful products ever.
Read & Write Gold
Manufacturer: Texthelp Systems Inc.
Read & Write Gold reads on-screen text, assists in grammar and spell checks, and assists in writing across different applications. Available in standard and USB (mobile) versions.
Description
Read & Write Gold is a reading comprehension and writing aid solution for reading for users with literacy or learning difficulties. It features the reading of Web pages and documents and a choice of natural voices. Use text and picture dictionaries to comprehend unfamiliar words. Word prediction assists in the writing process. Research tools within the software help users find and process information more independently.
Read & Write Gold allows users to work in a truly inclusive environment using standard Windows applications. This mainstream compatibility means there is no need to learn a whole new way of creating and editing text, as Read & Write Gold works seamlessly within Windows applications such as Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer. Read & Write Gold will also read PDF documents!
Read & Write Gold is a simple to use toolbar that "floats" on top of any open application. Assistance can then easily be called upon as the user works.
WordQ
Manufacturer: Quillsoft
WordQ provides spelling assistance with on-screen prompting of suggested spellings as you type. It can be used with most software applications and the internet.
Description
WordQ is a simple but powerful writing tool that:
- Predicts words as you type
- Reads predicted words to improve choice accuracy
- Predicts the next grammatically correct word automatically
- Re-reads sentences as they are typed for word flow and meaning
- Re-reads and highlights completed work for editing and proofreading
- Read virtually any digital text on your computer
- WordQ works for any writer from beginner to experienced, helping to improve the quality, quantity and fluency of their writing.
WordQ is customizable providing various levels of support.
WordQ works in virtually ANY computer environment such as Word™, Inspiration™, WordPad, NotePad, Outlook™, etc.
WordQ is discreet - prediction, speech and readback features are easily turned on and off as required.
Whether just beginning Kindergarten or completing Grade 12, WordQ meets the needs of all writers. Beginning writers listen to and then select words from a limited vocabulary list to help them write simple sentences. Proficient writers, with an advanced vocabulary/spelling ability, bring the word prediction box up only when it is needed. In addition every writer can use the "readback" feature to listen to and edit their writing, whether it is a three line recount or a 3000 word essay. Finally, WordQ reads most digital text including Web pages, PDFs and Word documents, making access to text simple and direct.
French version available upon request.
SpeakQ
Manufacturer: Quillsoft
SpeakQ, combined with WordQ, provides text-to-speech input and spelling correction by voice command.
Description
SpeakQ is a plug-in for WordQ.
What can I do with SpeakQ?
For people who struggle with written language and/or continuous typing SpeakQ is voice recognition technology ...simplified! For many, the idea of voice recognition is exciting and freeing but the reality of training your voice and learning the commands necessary to use it dampens the enthusiasm. SpeakQ was created for these people. Training is easier. Voice commands are eliminated. SpeakQ's one task is to help you write using your voice.
Simple voice training with a variety of reading levels to choose from. Reading passages are read out loud, making training independent for readers and non-readers alike Choice of "speak continuously" or "speak and select".
"Speak and select" mode eliminates unwanted or incorrect phrases being typed, you choose what goes on your page. Similar look and feel as WordQ - prediction box "predicts" what you say (and allows you to choose the correct example). Microphone can be set to turn off after each voice entry eliminating unwanted extra words recorded by mistake. Works seamlessly with WordQ allowing the user to revert to word prediction at any time.
"Replay" button enables the user to hear their own voice, "Read" reads back what the computer "heard" thus helping the user improve their voice input.
Works in any "word processing" format, Word, NotePad, Inspiration, Outlook, etc. Whether you home school a child with written output difficulties (see Supported Learning) or just want a simple to use voice recognition software for yourself, SpeakQ is an excellent choice. Training your voice is simple with a variety of reading passages that are read out loud. There are no voice commands to learn. You use your mouse and keyboard to run your computer. It also functions seamlessly with WordQ allowing you to move back and forth between the two thus reducing the frustration inherent when learning to use voice recognition technology. Whether you are writing reports or writing recipes (or both!), SpeakQ makes word processing by voice easy to learn and simple to use.
Boardmaker
Manufacturer: Mayer-Johnson
Graphic Database & Print Display Maker.
Description
Boardmaker is a graphics database containing over 3,000 Picture Communication Symbols in bitmapped clip art form. The program allows you to: Make a professional looking communication display in minutes. Quickly find and paste pictures into your display with a mouse click. Make the pictures any size and with any spacing. Print and/or save your display on disk for later use. Print displays in black & white or color. Make worksheets, picture instruction sheets, reading books, journals, or posters.
Co:Writer
Manufacturer: Don Johnston
Word prediction that works on all devices and computers.
Description
For struggling writers, translating thoughts into writing can feel overwhelming. Their writing often suffers from phonetic or inventive spelling, lack of richness, limited detail, and incoherence. These students need the word prediction program that has empowered more written self-expression than any other tool.
Co:Writer is the only word prediction program to use Linguistic Word Prediction™ intelligence. For students who struggle with translating thoughts into writing, there is no other tool that more accurately interprets what they intend to say. Co:Writer's ability to improve writing coherence, richness and detail goes far beyond any imitator.
Spark Learner
Manufacturer: Spark-Space
Document creator that guides a user from the brainstorm phase to essay and writing development.
Description
Spark Learner bridges the gap between ideas and the production of a structured piece of writing. It is for students with a conceptual learning style such as those with hidden disabilities like dyslexia. Spark-Space allows students to structure their thoughts at speed and then turn those ideas into a structured document in one program. Spark-Space enables students to see relationships between ideas through its unique 3D view, thus accelerating learning and understanding. Independent working is also encouraged as built in text- to-speech allows them to review and correct their own work.
Digital Voice Recorder
Manufacturer:
Slim, portable recording devices for recording lectures and notes. Use with voice recognition software and import files directly into your computer.
Description
Features sleek & fashionable design with a recording time of 18 hr or 9 hrs. Capable of recording up to 396 files , records telephone conversation. Has LCD Display, Auto Power Save Function , All Accessories Included: USB cable, cable, external microphone, earphone, telephone adapter, and PC software.
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AT Categories
- Keyboards
- Pointing Devices
- Cursor Control
- Switches
- Reading and Writing
- Communication Software
- Communication Hardware
- Screen Magnification
- Scanning & Reading
- Monitoring
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