WriteAway 2000

WriteAway 2000 is a writing tool that gives the user a number of tools and functions that encourage creativity in the writing process. The program is ideally suited for the Special Needs/Special Education, Literacy, and ESL environment.

WriteAway 2000 is a word processor with specialized assistive technologies that has an uncluttered format. The program promotes written expression, communication, and literacy by addressing the special learning needs of those with:

• Dyslexia
• Dysgraphia
• Poor, slow or illegible handwriting
• Weak grammar or spelling
• Physical difficulty in keyboarding
• The need for auditory feedback
• Hearing and sight impairment 

The program is useful in ESL (English as a Second Language) and Adult Literacy applications, as well as for early readers/writers. Recognizing that learners have a wide range of individual differences and requirements, the "toolkit" approach to meeting these differences has been developed. The idea of a toolkit consists of having a variety of writing tools.

• Word Prediction using base and subject specific word lists
• Text-to-Speech Output
• Spelling and pronunciation reinforcement 

Each main tool has several variations for further individualizing. The learner or instructor can select and save one or more of the writing tools and variations, and create an individualized environment for each user, tailored to their current specific needs. Once created, the environment is automatically restored for the next session. As the learner progresses and the needs of the learner change, then appropriate modifications can be made to the environment to meet the needs of the learner.

Cost:

• Cost: $149 @home version for single use computer
• Download free demo software:
  http://www.is-inc.com/download.htm

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