Assistive Technology Software
Read&Write
Purpose: Text-to-voice software (Word documents, PDF, web, emails) also beneficial for reviewing written work. Includes word prediction, spell and grammar check, and highlighting functions.
Location: Download to personal computer through OSU IT Software Distribution Center. University Assessment & Testing, Edmon Low Library. Additional locations across campus coming.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
FUSION
Purpose: Combines JAWS and ZoomText software.
JAWS: screen reading - reads electronic version of text
ZoomText: screen magnification & visual enhancement
Location: University Assessment & Testing, Edmon Low Library. Additional locations across campus coming.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
Dragon Naturally Speaking
Purpose: Voice-to-text and text-to-voice. Users create and save a voice profile that can then be used wherever Dragon is downloaded.
Location: University Assessment & Testing, Edmon Low Library. Additional locations across campus coming.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
OneNote
Purpose: Microsoft app and part of the suite used to organize and store notes, insert audio into notes, time stamp, share notes. Compatible with Mac and Windows.
Location: Free download from the Microsoft website.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
FM System
Purpose: Personal amplification system including microphone and receiver. Easily portable.
Location: Equipment may be checked out on a semester basis from the SAS office.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
Bookshare
Purpose: Provides electronic version books, including textbooks.
Location: Individual membership. A “Proof of Disability” form is required to obtain membership. Forms are available at the SAS office and must be verified by SAS staff.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
C-Pen/Exam Pen
Purpose: Reads printed text aloud.
Location: University Assessment & Testing.
Training: Contact SAS office to schedule training.
AT Funding Resources
- Financial Loan Program - low-interest loan
- AT Discovery - search funding resources by type of AT
- Funding Manual - search by public and private sources