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For visual learners, mind mapping is often the most effective way of breaking down complex concepts. And while there is no shortage of good options available, Inspiration Maps has typically been our top choice for this type of software. However, we’ve recently become aware of a new contender in the arena of mind mapping that…

Creating accessible content isn’t always easy, but, alternative solutions to traditional media are needed in order to ensure that individuals with disabilities are able to make use of that content. Granted, the acceptance and implementation of universal design(new window) philosophy is making a huge impact in this regard, with companies such as Google and Amazon…

ClaroRead(new window) is an advanced text-to-speech/writing/OCR program for PC that helps users read, write, and study with confidence. Recently, version 7.3 was released, and it’s packed with improvements and new features. Let’s take a look at some of these improvements in this newest version of ClaroRead. Improved scanning/OCR Recognizing that converting inaccessible documents into readable…

We’ve covered the various ways in which a smart phone can be used hands-free, and the ways in which that can serve as assistive technology. But, what if there was a device that was designed to be activated and used almost exclusively via voice commands? Enter the home assistant, a new and revolutionary type of…

Need to quickly have a handout or an article read aloud? It can be as simple as taking a picture with your iPad/iPhone with PrizmoGo(new window). Why we like it: Text to speech function is free Ease of use Has built in OCR, no WiFi required! Prizmo Go allows you to quickly grab any written text…

Category: Learning

Ideaphora: Browser-Based Concept Mapping

SensusAccess: Helping Users Create Accessible Content

New Improvements in ClaroRead for PC

Home Assistants as Assistive Technology

Prizmo Go