Talking Word Processor Software

Talking word processor software is another great piece of AT that  gives speech feedback while a student is typing text. The student can choose whether they want to hear each letter, word, sentence or paragraph. Text can even be imported by different sources such as the internet and other applications.

Most software will let students open text files to support individuals with reading disabilities to read their assignments. This software would also support individuals who are visually impaired, and help correct grammatical errors.

Below is an Introductory tutorial on Talking word processor software.

Additional Resources
http://www.albany.edu/disability/AT%20Handout%202012.pdf
http://www.ldonline.org/article/6380/

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