Text Speech and Word Prediction

The following programs provide text-to-speech while typing and Word prediction while typing. They can also become customized to the user’s vocabulary.

1. KeyREP is a word prediction program that makes writing more efficient for those with physical or learning disabilities who use a keyboard to write. Type the first few letters of a word. A prediction list appears from which you select the word you want. KeyREP then types the word into whatever application you are using. Predictions are based on the letter(s) typed, personal preference and how frequently words are used. Auditory feedback is available when KeyREP and WiVox are used together, WiVox will read each word in the KeyREP prediction list to help you make a word selection. WiVox can also speak letters, words or sentences typed.

2. TextHELP! Type and Talk by TextHelp Systems is a flexible talking word processor. Features of TextHELP! Type and Talk include:

• speech - speech feedback reinforces what the word sounds like with how the word looks;
• an advanced phonetic spell checker - solves even your most complex patterns of spelling errors;
• homonym support - gives you auditory and visual reinforcement of commonly confused like sounding words;
• word prediction; a spelling log enables teachers to monitor the student's progress;
• a thesaurus with descriptions and sample sentences for any words selected allows you to expand your vocabulary and a multi-profiling option.

3. Both of these Software can work together:

a. Don Johnston's Write:OutLoud is an easy to use powerful talking word processor with a talking spell checker. Write:OutLoud's multi-sensory approach improves writing because the user immediately hears if words are omitted or misplaced. The auditory cues give struggling individuals positive reinforcement. The talking spell checker allows users to check their work independently and do self-corrections efficiently. For persons who are non-speaking, Write:OutLoud lets the user take part in a wider range of activities. Users can even write a story and let the program read it aloud to others.

b. Don Johnston's Co:Writer 4000 adds word prediction, grammar and vocabulary support capabilities to any word processor or email program. The result? Students with disabilities produce quality, content-rich sentences that exceed the expectations of teachers, parents and…. even themselves.

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