Kurzweil 3000

Kurzweil 3000 is reading and writing software for people with dyslexia or visual impairments who struggle with reading on their own. It works together with a scanner so that you can scan documents, such as books and tests, and then convert them to electronic text and read them out loud. Scanned documents can be saved as text files or as pictures so they can be used on any computer. You can also add notes or highlight parts of the document. The program includes spell checking, dictionaries and word prediction options. It is also able to read pages from the Web. Learners at any level can use the software regardless of the curriculum or material being used.

The software helps learners keep up with assigned reading, learn critical study skills and complete writing projects and tests, both formal and informal. The software can access virtually any document or publication, whether printed or electronic. It then reads the words aloud to the learner in clear synthetic speech while a highlighting feature adds visual reinforcement on their computer screen. Kurzweil 3000 has a set of testing accommodations that can be customized for learners and allow instructors to measure the learners’ true abilities.

System Requirements:

Windows

• A TWAIN-compatible scanner
• 300 MHz Intel Pentium II, or 400 MHz if using RealSpeak voices
• 64 MB of RAM, or 128 MB if using RealSpeak
• 300-400 MB Hard Disk space

• 2 MB video RAM, 800x600, 16-bit colour
• Win95, 98, 2000, ME, XP, NT
• 16-bit compatible sound card with speakers
• CD Drive

Cost:

• Kurzweil 3000 / Read Colour: $2695
• Kurzweil 3000 Scan/Read Black and White: $1695

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