Assistive Technology

Kurzweil 1000/3000
The Kurzweil 1000/3000 is an advanced PC-based reading system. Kurzweil 1000 is a reading tool that scans and converts the printed word into speech for people who are visually impaired. The Kurzweil 3000 provides both an auditory and visual presentation of scanned text and images. This system allows students with learning disabilities to read along, take notes and highlight. The Kurzweil also provides a word processing function with text-to-voice capability.

Optelec
A closed-circuit TV magnifies written and graphic material with the use of a camera and a monitor and is specifically designed for students with visual impairments.

Zoom Text
This computer software converts text to speech and simultaneously renders screen enlargement.

JAWS
Screen reader software designed for students with visual impairments.

Dragon Naturally Speaking
This computer software allows for voice-to-text conversion and enables students to navigate the Internet by using voice-activated commands.

Duxbury Braille Translator/ Scientific Notebook
Easy to use Braille translation software that allows the user to create and translate printed documents into Braille.