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Learning Disabilities and AT GPAT 2011 Summer Institute
Contents Functional Areas ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
Reading ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Highlighting ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
Text To Speech ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Voices .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Windows XP .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
MIcrosoft Sam ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
Microsoft Mike and Mary ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Windows 7 ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
Microsoft Anna ..................................................................................................................................................... 5
Other Voices ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
L&H ....................................................................................................................................................................... 5
ATT Natural Voices ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Phonics .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Note Taking ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Bookmarking ......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Summarize ............................................................................................................................................................ 6
Writing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Spell Checking ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Dictionary .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Speech Recognition .............................................................................................................................................. 6
Dragon .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Windows Speech Recognition .............................................................................................................................. 6
Homophones......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Word Prediction/Completion ............................................................................................................................... 7
Organization.............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Time Management ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Calendar ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Task Management ................................................................................................................................................ 7
Research................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Note Taking ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
Citations ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Software ........................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Free ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7
OpenOffice.org ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
Zotero.................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Firefox ................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Lingoes .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
XMind .................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Balabolka ............................................................................................................................................................... 9
Chandler ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Bruce's Unusual Typing Wizard .......................................................................................................................... 10
Screen Tinter ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Commercial ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
WYNN .................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Read & Write ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Microsoft Office .................................................................................................................................................. 11
Kurzweil 3000...................................................................................................................................................... 12
Claro Read ........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Premier ............................................................................................................................................................... 12
WordQ ................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Inspiration/Kidspiration ...................................................................................................................................... 13
Hardware .................................................................................................................................................................... 14
PC ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Laptop ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Netbook .............................................................................................................................................................. 14
Desktop ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
Digital Voice Recorder ............................................................................................................................................ 14
iXXX ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
iPad ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
iPod ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
SmartPhone ............................................................................................................................................................ 14
iPhone ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Android Phones................................................................................................................................................... 14
Word Processors ..................................................................................................................................................... 14
Alpha Smart ........................................................................................................................................................ 14
Fusion .................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Accessible Materials ................................................................................................................................................... 14
Formats ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
txt ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Mobi .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
ePub .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
DAISY ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
HTML ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
.doc/.docx ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
PDF ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Readers ................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Kindle .................................................................................................................................................................. 15
iBooks .................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Nook .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Sony eReader ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
Sources .................................................................................................................................................................... 15
RFB&D ................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Bookshare.org ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
Project Gutenberg.org ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Georgia Instructional Materials Center .............................................................................................................. 16
NLS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
AMAC .................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Baen Books.......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Conversion Tools ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
Audacity .............................................................................................................................................................. 17
Calibre ................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Scanning .............................................................................................................................................................. 18
Microsoft Document imaging ............................................................................................................................. 18
OCR ..................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Appendix ..................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Summer Sale ........................................................................................................................................................... 19
TTF Services ............................................................................................................................................................ 20
CONSULTING SERVICES ........................................................................................................................................... 21
Discount Pricing ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Functional Areas
Reading
Highlighting
Text To Speech
Text-to-Speech (TTS) or speech synthesizers receive information going to the screen in the form of letters,
numbers, and punctuation marks, and then "speak" it out loud in a computerized voice. Using speech synthesizers
allows computer users who are blind or who have learning difficulties to hear what they are typing and also
provide a spoken voice for individuals who can not communicate orally, but can communicate their thoughts
through typing.
Voices
Windows XP
MIcrosoft Sam
Only voice included in Windows XP
Microsoft Mike and Mary
Additional free voices downloadable from Microsoft
Windows 7
Microsoft Anna
Other Voices
L&H
American English Voices - Free Download
ATT Natural Voices
Approximately $35US
Phonics
Note Taking
Bookmarking
Summarize
Writing
Spell Checking
Dictionary
Speech Recognition
allow people to give commands and enter data using their voices rather than a mouse or keyboard. Voice
recognition systems use a microphone attached to the computer, which can be used to create text documents
such as letters or e-mail messages, browse the Internet, and navigate among applications and menus by voice.
Dragon
Windows Speech Recognition
Homophones
Often, when one is using the term homonym along with homophone (words that sound the same, but differ in
spelling and meaning) and homograph (words that look the same, but differ in pronunciation and meaning, it is
useful to consider homonyms as having the combined characteristics of both homophones and homographs.
Word Prediction/Completion
Organization
Time Management
Calendar
Task Management
Research
Note Taking
Citations
Software
Free
OpenOffice.org
A credible rival to MS Office, OpenOffice.org includes powerful applications for making text documents,
spreadsheets, presentations, diagrams, and databases, as well as HTML and XML documents. Not only does it let
you edit basic documents, such as letters and faxes, it also handles equations and complex and multipart
documents with bibliographies, reference tables, and indexes.
http://openoffice.org
Add Read Text addin to have text to speech capability. There is also a Zotero addin available.
Zotero
FREE
Zotero [zoh-TAIR-oh] is a free, easy-to-use Firefox extension to help you collect, manage, cite, and share your
research sources. It lives right where you do your work—in the web browser itself. Aksi has plug-ins for
OpenOffice.org and Microsoft Word
http://www.zotero.org/
Firefox
No longer a fledgling upstart, Firefox is the gold standard of alternatives to the still-dominant Internet Explorer.
Firefox 3.6 is full-featured, lightning fast, and secure. Its killer selection of add-ons remains strong, with built-in
support for the next generation of themes, called Personas, plus the latest update makes version 3.6 about 20
percent faster than version 3.5. However, competition is strong and it can no longer be said that Firefox is the
fastest browser available.
Firefox is also required to use Zotero
Lingoes
Lingoes is an easy and intuitive dictionary and text translation software, It offers lookup dictionaries, full text
translation, capture word on screen, translate selected text and pronunciation of words in over 80 languages.
These language are English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Greek, Swedish, Turkish,
Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Vietnamese, Thai and more...
http://www.lingoes.net/
XMind
FREE
XMind was a commercial program until 2009. At that time, it was released as a free and open source program.
There is a paid version which allows saving in additional formats and private sharing on the web.
The layout used here was developed using XMind.
http://www.XMind.net
Balabolka
Balabolka is a Text-To-Speech (TTS) program. All computer voices installed on your system are available to
Balabolka. The on-screen text can be saved as a WAV, MP3, MP4, OGG or WMA file. The program can read the
clipboard content, view the text from DOC, EPUB, FB2, HTML, ODT, PDF and RTF files, customize font and
background colour, control reading from the system tray or by the global hotkeys. Balabolka uses various versions
of Microsoft Speech API (SAPI); it allows to alter a voice's parameters, including rate and pitch. The user can apply
a special substitution list to improve the quality of the voice's articulation. This feature is useful when you want to
change the spelling of words. The rules for the pronunciation correction use the syntax of regular expressions.
Balabolka can save the synchronized text in external LRC files or in MP3 tags inside the audio files. When an audio
file is played with players on a computer or on modern digital audio players, the text is displayed synchronously
(at the same way, as lyrics for songs).
http://www.cross-plus-a.com/balabolka.htm
Chandler
FREE
Chandler is an open source Note-to-Self Organizer. It features calendaring, task and note management and
consists of a desktop application, web application and a free sharing and back-up service called Chandler Hub.
http://chandlerproject.org/
Bruce's Unusual Typing Wizard
FREE
Bruce's Unusual Typing Wizard
Screen Tinter
Free
Screen Tinter is a free utility which allows the screen foreground and background colours to be changed at the
click of a button.
http://www.thomson-software-solutions.com/html/screen_tinter.html
Commercial
WYNN
WYNN is the innovative literacy software tool designed to enhance success for individuals with reading challenges
and writing difficulties. By using the software's bimodal approach-simultaneously highlighting the text as it is
spoken-WYNN transforms printed text into understandable information that benefits readers of all ages. WYNN
was developed with the help of special educators and individuals with learning difficulties such as dyslexia,
dysgraphia and aphasia.
Online Price: $943.00
Read & Write
Read & Write (Standard and Gold) is an inclusive suite of programs designed for assisting the reading and writing
processing.
R&W runs as a toolbar and interfaces directly with MS Word and Adobe Reader.
It includes a enhanced talking dictionary, homophone checker, text to speech feature (including converting text to
speech to an MP3 files), a fact and graphic organizer.
The Gold version includes OCR capabilities.
A single user copy of R&W standard costs $355US
A single user copy of R&W Gold costs $610US
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word 2010 has a number of features to help with writing. Among them a spell checker, thesaurus,
autocorrect, outlining and citation features.
Student Home Edition includes Word, Powerpoint, Excel and OneNote. It can be installed on three home pc's.
MS Student Home Edition Price: $149
Kurzweil 3000
Kurzweil 3000 is the comprehensive reading, writing and learning software solution for any struggling reader,
including individuals with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, attention deficit disorder or those who are English
Language Learners.
LearnStation - Standalone License $395
Professional Black/White - Standalone License $1,095
Professional Color - Standalone License $1,495
Claro Read
ClaroRead is a highly effective multisensory software solution for supporting individuals who struggle with reading
and writing. Designed with maximum simplicity, adaptability and flexibility, users of any age and level of ability
will have a world of information unlocked through ClaroRead.
ClaroRead is closely integrated with Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer, so practically any text can be spoken
aloud by this powerful software. ClaroRead helps in delivering high quality, accurate documents through use of
the proofreading tool. With ClaroRead Plus, you can also scan any paper document or convert a PDF and have it
spoken back with complete clarity.
Users benefit from the addition of visual tools that color, highlight and focus on difficult to read text as it is spoken
by the computer. Words can also be spoken back as they are typed, ensuring the accuracy of written papers,
tests, and study notes.
ClaroRead Plus V5 $295
Premier
Suite of programs for learning disabilities and low vision
Price varies according to package chosen
Literacy Productivity Pack is $249.95US
http://www.readingmadeez.com/home.html
WordQ
WordQ is designed to be invisible to the user and is so effective that many forget they are using it. Within minutes
of getting started, choose from word suggestions that are based on what you type and hear them spoken aloud.
Misspelled words and punctuation errors are read back precisely, so you can prevent, find and fix them yourself.
Take control of your writing. For PC and Mac.
Price $$199.00 US
Inspiration/Kidspiration
For visual mapping, outlining, writing and making presentations, use Inspiration® 9, the ultimate thinking and
learning tool. Brainstorm ideas, structure your thoughts and visually communicate concepts to strengthen
understanding with the Diagram and Map Views. To take notes, organize information, and structure writing for
plans, papers and reports, use the integrated Outline View to focus on main and supporting ideas and to clarify
thinking in written form. With Inspiration's Presentation Manager, transform your diagrams, mind maps and
outlines into polished presentations that communicate ideas clearly and demonstrate understanding and
knowledge.
Inspiration 9 - Single $69.00
Kidspiration - Single : $69.00
Hardware
PC
Laptop
Netbook
Desktop
Digital Voice Recorder
iXXX
iPad
iPod
SmartPhone
iPhone
Android Phones
Word Processors
Alpha Smart
Fusion
Accessible Materials
Formats
txt
Mobi
ePub
DAISY
HTML
.doc/.docx
Readers
Kindle
iBooks
Nook
Sony eReader
Sources
RFB&D
Reading for the Blind and Dyslexic provides accessible materials for the print disabled. Students in K-12 are
eligible for free registration.
Shares registration information with Bookshare.org.
Bookshare.org
Bookshare is an online accessible digital library for print disabled readers. In 2007, it received an award of $32
million (over 5 years) from the US Government's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) to make the service
available for free to all print disabled students in the US.
Bookshare has over 80,000 books as of October 2010[3] in its collection, contributed by volunteers (who scan and
upload the books to the site) and by major publishers (who send digital versions of their books to the collection).
Bookshare has more than 100,000 users as of July 2010.
Bookshare is a project run by Benetech, which is a nonprofit based in Palo Alto, California.
Bookshare can also coordinate registration with RFB&D.
Project Gutenberg.org
Project Gutenberg (PG) is a volunteer effort to digitize and archive cultural works, to "encourage the creation and
distribution of eBooks." Most of the items in its collection are the full texts of public domain books. The project
tries to make these as free as possible, in long-lasting, open formats that can be used on almost any computer. As
of November 2010, Project Gutenberg claimed over 34,000 items in its collection. Project Gutenberg is affiliated
with many projects that are independent organizations which share the same ideals, and have been given
permission to use the Project Gutenberg trademark.
Wherever possible, the releases are available in plain text, but other formats are included, such as HTML, PDF,
EPUB, MOBI, and Plucker. Most releases are in the English language, but many non-English works are also
available. There are multiple affiliated projects that are providing additional content, including regional and
language-specific works. Project Gutenberg is also closely affiliated with Distributed Proofreaders, an internet-
based community for proofreading scanned texts.
Georgia Instructional Materials Center
NLS
The National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS) is a free library program of braille and
audio materials circulated to eligible borrowers in the United States by postage-free mail. People may be eligible
for the program if they are blind or have a visual and/or physical disability. Persons with a reading disability may
also qualify for this free program.[1] Library materials are distributed to regional and subregional libraries and are
then circulated to eligible patrons.
AMAC
Alternative Media Access Center
Funded under the Regents of the University of Georgia University System to provide access to alternative media
for students with disabilities.
Baen Books
FREE
Library of Sci Fi books made free to download by the publisher.
http://www.baen.com/library/
Conversion Tools
Audacity
Audacity® is free, open source software for recording and editing sounds. It is available for Mac OS X, Microsoft
Windows, GNU/Linux, and other operating systems.
Calibre
calibre is a free and open source e-book library management application developed by users of e-books for users
of e-books. It has a cornucopia of features divided into the following main categories:
Library Management
E-book conversion
Syncing to e-book reader devices
Downloading news from the web and converting it into e-book form
Comprehensive e-book viewer
Content server for online access to your book collection
Scanning
Microsoft Document imaging
OCR
Appendix
Summer Sale
www.touchthefuture.us
Summer Sale (Ends July 31, 2011)
20% Off Sale
Lucy 4 Bluelites
Tablet, Grid2 and Stand not included in sale.
TTF Services
Comprehensive Assistive Technology (AT)
and Computer Services
For individuals with disabilities, seniors, veterans, disadvantaged communities,
education programs and other nonprofits
A LINK Services (Advocacy – Lifelong - Independence – Necessary– Knowledge)
ReBoot™ Program (Computer & AT Device Refurbishment for Independent Living
Home of ReBoot™ www.touchthefuture.us
Advocacy:
o Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Consulting Services &
Training
o Independent Living Skills Training, Resources & Referral
o Client Support
Lifelong Independence Necessary Knowledge:
o AT Demonstrations and Loan Library (Try-before-you buy)
o Expert AT needs Assessments, Matching, and Training
o Assistive Technology ReUse and New Product Store
o Information & Assistance, and Referral Services
Computer and AT Donations received, evaluated, and refurbished for
distribution
o Donor Identity Protection assured by hard drive wiping with
Department of Defense software
o Load licensed Microsoft software as a Microsoft Authorized
Refurbisher
o 1 year limited warranty for desktop computers; 90 day limited
warranty for laptops
Additional Services include training, help desk support, repairs and
upgrades
o Computer training and specialized software installation
o Extension of ReUse Services to underserved areas in GA, SC, and
the southeastern US through our Network Distribution Model
o End-of-Life recycling and proper disposal
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CONSULTING SERVICES
Consulting Services
Disability Accessibility ADA Ergonomics Recreation
Touch the Future, Inc. (TTF), is a registered 501c (3), charitable organization
that provides individuals who are disabled, seniors, Veterans or from
disadvantaged communities with Computers, Durable Medical Equipment
and Assistive Technology (AT) Services through its programs. TTF maintains
an evergreen policy and recycles items that cannot be reused. Our
objective is to make the consumers that we support as independent as
possible through the use, training and delivery of low tech devices, high
tech devices and our services.
Through our ALINK program, TTF offers fee-for-service consulting services to
individuals, businesses, municipalities and other organizations. These
services include but are not limited to ADA evaluations and
recommendations; ADA Self Evaluation & Transition Plan support;
Reasonable Accommodations; Job site & Ergonomic evaluations,
recommendations & training; IDEA, 504 & Transition support; disabled sports
and recreation consulting; and training.
Please contact Sandy Hanebrink, OTR/L, SC Branch Director for rates and
availability at: (864) 367-0831 or [email protected]
Discount Pricing
ATE – BlueLites & Lucy 4 (Reseller Opportunities Available)
AbleNet
Applied Human Factors
Blue Sky Designs – Mount n Mover
Assistive Technology for All Ages –
(Technology For Education)
Dynamic Living Aids
Enablemart
Freedom Scientific – JAWS
GRID 2
Henry OT-Ateachabout
Independent Living Aids
InfoGrip
Inspiration
Kidspiration
MagniSight
Master Lock
MaxiAids
Nuance – Dragon Products
Optelec
PaceBlade & SlimBook Tablets
Premier Assistive Technology
Sammons Preston
Shoplowvision.com
SoundBytes
SpeechGear
Standers
TASH
TextHelp
Vortant Technologies – Vivo Mouse
And More
Touch the Future Touch the Future
4508 Bibb Blvd., Ste B-10 101 S. Fant St., Ste B-020
Tucker, GA 30080 Anderson, SC 29622
770.934.8432 864.367.0831
[email protected] [email protected]
www.touchthefuture.us
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