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Technology for Learning Disabilities
The ACT Center has a wide range of software and hardware products available for persons with disabilities. As new products emerge each year, we stay up-to-date with the most advanced technology.
Although there are accessible options in the Windows and Macintosh operating system, which can help you customize your computer to fit your needs, there are hardware and software which may enhance these options for greater support.
The following software and equipment is for those with a learning disability. If you are looking for a specific type of product, read down the list to see if we have it on hand. If it is not listed, please call us, we have many resources which may help you find what you are looking for.
Software
Auditory and Visual Feedback: A reading program that reads electronic text aloud, allowing for audio and visual feedback.
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Readplease Plus |
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Ghostreader (Macintosh) |
Scanning and Optical Character Recognition (OCR): An optical character recognition (OCR) scanning and literacy program designed to enhance success for individuals with reading challenges and writing difficulties.
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Kurzweil 3000 |
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Wynn Wizard |
Visual Diagramming: A visual thinking program that features tools to plan, diagram and outline ideas.
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Inspiration |
Word Prediction: A writing assistance program that helps users construct sentences using word prediction.
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TextHELP! Read and Write |
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Word Q |
Hardware
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The AlphaSmart is a lightweight, portable keyboard for note taking and typing that can be converted to a word processor for editing. |
The ACT Center staff members recommend an Adaptive Assessment in order to find a product to specifically fit your needs.
Additional Resources
The ACT Center is a certified Missouri Assistive Technology, Telephone Access Program for the Internet (TAPI) center. If you meet the necessary requirements for the Missouri TAPI program, you may be eligible to receive the adaptive software you are looking for at no charge.
If you are interested in a specific product, please visit, call, or use our Service Request form for more information. We would be happy to demonstrate the product or loan it for a trial period.
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