Learning, Cognitive, and Development

The SoothSayer Word Prediction Program is a word prediction and abbreviation expansion software program designed for use by individuals with upper extremity or cognitive disabilities. Features include sentence completion; abbreviation expansion; a main dictionary of more than 11,000 words; a built-in speech augmentation dictionary; customizable user dictionaries switch a “Build Dictionary” feature (from a text file); word-usage learning and word tips options (words presented/spoken individually instead of in a list); horizontal or vertical window orientations; adjustable number of words displayed; adjustable font, size, and color; adjustable background color; a cursor tracking option; an automatic punctuation/capitalization option; speak last word, sentence, or highlighted text options; automatically speak letters, words, and sentences while typing options; an “Autotype” option; and an add last word to dictionary shortcut. The system also includes a “How Do I” help system and a user manual. The AHF dictionary file format enables new dictionaries to be shared. Manufacturer: Applied Human Factors Inc
Demonstration: Yes
Loan: limited to in house trial

The ClassMate Reader audio book player is a voice output electronic text reader designed for use by individuals with learning disabilities or low vision. This unit reads electronic text and digital recorded books aloud and simultaneously displays text on its color screen. The user can highlight text and enter bookmarks by touching the screen. The user also can record text or voice notes within the text, and transfer them to a computer through a USB 2.0 port. It also can store and retrieve data from USB flash drives through the USB port, and two USB cables are included. The ClassMate Reader features a speaking dictionary containing more than 25,000 words, and it provides spelling, pronunciation and definitions. The built-in text-to-speech (TTS) engine uses Nuance Vocalizer with two female voices and one male voice. It can play digital files in a variety of formats, including DAISY 2.x, DAISY NISO, NIMAS, MP3 WAV, ogg Vorbis, unprotected WMA, txt, RTF, HTML, and XML. The unit has voice recording through a built-in microphone and playback through stereo headphones (included) or a built-in speaker. It has a built-in stand for hands-free listening and a built-in user guide.Manufacturer: Humanware
Demonstration: Yes
Loan: Yes