Free Tools to Support Reading and Writing
Enhancements for Microsoft Word
WordTalk
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free add-on that turns Word into a talking word processor
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includes a talking spell-checker
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creates audio files for use on audio players
Download Tutorial for Installing Word Talk in MS Word 2007WordTalk: Enabling Access to Curriculum Resources for Students with Additional Support Needs
Voice Comments in Microsoft Word
Download Instructions for Installing Voice Comments in MS Word
Download Instructions for Using Voice Comments in MS Word
Online Instructions for Adding Voice Comments to MS Word 2007 Documents
Auto Summarize in Microsoft Word
Easliy summarize a MS Word Document
CLiCk,Speak (Text-to-Speech Add-on for Firefox Web Browser)
Watch CLiCk,Speak Demonstration and Tutorial Here
PowerTalk (Text-to-Speech for Microsoft PowerPoint)
Online PowerTalk Review and Tutorial
Prototype Template for Reading and Study Support by CAST
UDL Editions (Floating toolbar available with onscreen text)