Read&Write GOLD plays a vital role in dyslexic student’s ability to study

Feb. 13, 2012 - PRLog -- For the last three and a half years, Lorna Mooney has been studying for a degree and feels Read&Write GOLD, Texthelp’s text-to-speech software, has enhanced this experience.  Lorna states “Read&Write GOLD has played an important part in my ability to study.  

I have dyslexia, optical sensitivities and eye tracking difficulties.  Prior to having the software my eyes used to water and I got headaches, limiting the amount of study I was able to achieve each day.  Once I discovered Read&Write, study became an enjoyable experience.  The text-to-speech facility can be used on the internet and means that sourcing information in alternative formats is more accessible.  I found the plug-in provided for PDF Aloud invaluable.  It has enhanced my ability to study and access material.”  

Read&Write GOLD is Texthelp’s award-winning literacy support software designed to assist people with literacy difficulties.  The software works discreetly with all mainstream Windows applications allowing users the opportunity to work in an inclusive manner.  The software particularly benefits those with learning difficulties, dyslexia and where English is a second language.

Read&Write GOLD is easy to use and features include: Screen Masking (to tint or mask sections of the window), Text-to-Speech (with numerous Texthelp voices), a Translator (which translates selected words into French, Spanish, German or Italian), Spelling, Dictionary & Homophone support, and the software also echoes back Dragon text.

Lorna continues “I type the notes for the study that I need to complete.  When it comes to revising them for my exams the Text-to-Speech feature makes this a lot easier.  I am able to convert the typed notes to audio files with the Speech Maker function.  I can then put the audio files onto my iPod so I can play them when driving, through the car stereo, or listen to my iPod during breaks.

The spell check function is also useful to ascertain if I’ve got the right word in the right place and ensuring I am using the correct spelling.

I would recommend anyone who requires help in these areas to use this software.  For me, it has made a big difference.  It made studying for me a positive and life enhancing experience.  Thank you, Texthelp, for your support and for Read&Write GOLD.”  

For further information on Read&Write GOLD, please contact Elaine on Tel: 028 9442 8105, email elaine@texthelp.com or visit our website www.texthelp.com

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About Texthelp Systems Ltd

Texthelp Systems Ltd is the worldwide leader of literacy software solutions provided through three core business divisions: Education, Speech Services and Publishing. Texthelp has been developing assistive technology software for the learning disabled community since 1996. The aim has always been to provide the most comprehensive cutting-edge technology available to provide inclusive education.

Based in Antrim, N. Ireland and with offices in the US, Texthelp is currently experiencing a period of sustained year on year growth. The company has a reseller network covering over 20 countries.

Texthelp has been a Deloitte Technology Fast 50 Award winning company for twelve years and won numerous product, innovation and marketing awards.