Adaptive+Software

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__**Adaptive Software**__

 * The AT applications described** **on this page are examples of software available in each category. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list** **of available AT software, but rather a representation of the programs that are part of the AT Resources collection. The AT trial process is designed to facilitate making the best feature match for each learner, and therefore there may be more than one example in any category. Many companies now provide downloadable trial versions of their titles. Most are full working copies for a specific period of time, usually 30 days. A few companies do not have their trial versions online, but will provide CDs upon request.**

**__AT Suites__**
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 * __**MobyMax-**__ combines adaptive curriculum with data, goals, assessments, and progress monitoring and delivers all this to any computer, including cell phones, tablets, and laptops.
 * **IMG AT Suite** Collection of onscreen keyboards, magnifier, and mouse utilities. Full working versions of each title can be downloaded. Each title works for one hour before timing out, and can be restarted 100 times. AT Resources has received an Evaluation License for all titles. Windows only.
 * **The Portable App Directory**™ and Portable App Marketplace™ list free open source software and freeware portable apps. As always, the PortableApps.com Platform, menu, backup utility, launchers, installer, format and other utilities are open source.
 * **Premier Literacy Suite** Titles are priced individually or bundled. Online tutorials of each application are available on the website at each title's page, located along the right side of the screen. Free, fully-functioning versions of the products are available by download, but are each limited to 25 accesses. Windows and Mac.
 * **WYNN (What You Need Now)**WYNN is the innovative literacy software tool designed to enhance success for individuals with reading challenges and writing difficulties.

__**Onscreen Keyboards with Word Prediction**__

 * **KeyStrokes** - KeyStrokes is a fully-functional advanced virtual on-screen keyboard that allows you to type with a mouse, trackball, head pointer or other mouse emulator to type characters into any standard Macintosh application. It can provide word completion, next word prediction and even multi-word prediction. $299
 * **OnScreen** - OnScreen is a Windows software program that provides a powerful interface through a ANY pointing device by providing on-screen keyboards, Word Prediction / Word Completion, user programmable macros, and complete control over all computer functions. $120

**__Talking Word Processors__**
Talking word processors (TWP) are writing software programs that provide audio feedback as the student writes. As each letter is typed and each word is written, the TWP will "speak" it back to the user. Many of these inexpensive writing programs also incorporate powerful tools for reading. Students with learning disabilities often find that having written material read aloud helps them to better edit, comprehend and organize their projects. These TWP programs offer other adjustments as well, such as enlarging the size of the text, and changing the color of the foreground, background, and highlighting box, to assist students in following along as the text is read.
 * **Talking Word Processor** Part on the Premier Literacy Suite, TWP is a fully-functional word processor with text-to-speech capability, and is compatible with all standard word processor files. Included with TWP are such features as word prediction, talking grammar check, Language Model Information Summarization (LMIS), a 250,000 word integrated dictionary, highlight and extract tools and much more.
 * **Write:Outloud 6** Write:OutLoud is simple to use and reads words as they are written, providing real-time auditory feedback. Writing tools, including Franklin’s Talking Spell Checker, homophone checker, and dictionary help your students confirm their word choice in language they understand. WOL works seamlessly with Co:Writer to provide word prediction. Training available at the website.

**__Text Readers__**
Text Readers are designed to help those who have trouble reading or comprehending the printed word. Text-to-Speech systems can convert words from a computer document (e.g. word processor document, web page) into audible speech spoken through the computer speaker. Text-to-speech technology can be integrated with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) systems (scanners), text reader applications, or text reader devices.
 * **E-Text Reader** Part of the Premier Literacy Suite. Mac or Windows.
 * **GhostReader** - Mac only
 * **Read:OutLoud** - a Don Johnston product for Mac or Windows.
 * **Kurzweil 3000** - Mac and Windows versions available

__Voice Recognition__
Different types of voice recognition systems (also called speech recognition) are available. Voice recognition allows the user to speak to the computer, instead of using a keyboard or mouse, to input data or control computer functions. Voice recognition systems can be used to create text documents such as letters or email, to browse the Internet, and to navigate among applications and menus.
 * **Dragon NaturallySpeaking Preferred**Voice Recognition for PC users. Use a digital recorder when away from the computer.
 * Online **Training Tools for Dragon 12**
 * **MacSpeech Dictate** Use voice to input text or speak commands on the Mac.


 * Step by step directions for transferring audio files from the Olympus Digital Recorder to Dragon NaturallySpeaking.**[[file:TransferringOlympus toDNS 3-10.pdf]]
 * MacSpeech Command List[[file:macspeech-commands-2.pdf]]**


 * MacSpeech Scribe** - MacSpeech Scribe's main difference from MacSpeech Dictate is its ability to take a spoken-word audio file and turn it into a transcript before your eyes. You don't even have to be in front of a computer when you create your file: as long as it's a high-quality audio recording of your own voice in one of the supported file formats — .wav, .aif, .aiff, .m4v, .mp4, and .m4a — all you have to do is open it with MacSpeech Scribe and click the Transcribe button.
 * Cyber Acoustics AC 840** – headset with single ear pad

__Word Prediction__
Word prediction programs allow the user to select a desired word from an on-screen list located in the prediction window. The computer-generated list predicts words from the first or second letter(s) typed by the user. The word may then be selected from the list and inserted into the text by typing a number, clicking the mouse, or scanning with a switch. Word prediction supports struggling writers as well as individuals with mobility limitations by offering spelling supports and saving many keystrokes.
 * **Co:Writer 6** works in conjunction with any application you write in like MS Word, Online, Blogs, Email, etc. As you type, Co:Writer interprets spelling and grammar mistakes and offers word suggestions in real time. Speaks any text on the screen. Co:Writer offers several different screen views, further individualizing the level of writing support. Free video tutorials, pdf training materials, and webinars available at the website.
 * **WordQ** offers excellent support for student who have problems writing and editing, particularly those with learning disabilities. State-of-the-art word prediction suggests words when the student has trouble spelling or choosing the right word. A special text-reading mode provides support for proofreading and listening to text in a variety of applications, including websites.
 * Quillsoft provides free 30 day download of the full working program.
 * Video tutorials on use of WordQ are available at Atomic Learning. Search WordQ. Current videos are for the Windows version only, but there are many similarities between platforms.

__Utility Software__
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 * **DAISYtoEPUB**software from Don Johnston.