Computer Technologies for StudentsWith Learning Disabilities
Computer Technologies for Students| Adaptation | Description | Brand Name | Free or Inexpensive |
| Document reader | Text-to-speech software that uses synthesized speech to read what is on the screen or on the clipboard (but lacks many of the powerful features that a screen reader has) |
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| Screen reader | Sophisticated text-to-speech software that uses synthesized speech to read text, menus, buttons, dialogue boxes, etc. | Downloadable demos: | |
| Voice recognition | Software - allows you to dictate (into a microphone) instead of typing on a keyboard | ||
| Spell checkers/grammar checkers | Software - usually built into word processors |
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| Word prediction | Software - a menu box pops up as you type to give you several possible ways to complete a word that you have begun to type | ||
| Literacy software and tutorials | Software - helps improve grammar, math, and typing | ||
| Flow charting and concept mapping | Software | ||
| Portable note taking device | Hardware | ||
| "Shorthand" (macros) for frequently used words | Software - quickly "pastes" text |
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