For anyone that struggles with
writing, Read&Write GOLD's writing and self-editing features
can help formulate ideas, construct sentences, prepare drafts, and
finalize writing for assignments, essays, papers, or
even everyday use.
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Phonetic Spell
Checker
The Phonetic Spell Checker assists you in checking for spelling
errors and selecting correctly spelled words. Even the most unusual
spelling errors, mirror letters, and flexible spelling, such as
typing words without vowels, are recognized. Suggestions as
well as their definitions are provided, and can be read aloud so
you can be sure to choose the correct replacement word.
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"One of my favorite features is the
phonetic spell check. As a special education teacher my students
rely a lot on the sounds of the words and not necessarily the
special rules that show up all over the English language. This
allows them the ability to write freely and at length, and worry
about content and not about spelling. It gives them great
confidence!"
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Word Prediction
Word Prediction can learn your writing style and predict the
word you may want to use next. As you type, a list of suggested
words appears in the Prediction Panel. Definitions of the words are
also available and can be read aloud, helping to build your
vocabulary and develop your writing skills. Use Word Prediction to
help you construct sentences with ease! Over 100
subject-specific prediction word banks are available, such as
Astronomy and Human Skeletal System. Custom word banks can also be
added.
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"Read&Write GOLD has word
prediction which is wonderful for my students who struggle with
spelling and writing. Read&Write GOLD has opened the world of
reading to my students who otherwise would not be able to read what
they can now with Read&Write GOLD. Thank you for being there
for my students."
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Word
Wizard
Use the Word Wizard feature as a resource for those times when
you are at a loss for a word. It provides new or alternative words
as well as a list of related words, and definitions, all which can
be read aloud. For example, if you search for "bicycle", you
can choose "parts of a bicycle" and the results will include
bicycle parts such as "seat", "wheel", "inner tube", etc. This
feature increases vocabulary, understanding, and efficiency.
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"Read&Write GOLD
has helped me a lot as a college student with language-based
learning disabilities. The software helps me with spelling,
reading, word choice, punctuation, and
other tasks. Read&Write GOLD is the best assistive technology I
have used."
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Sounds Like and
Confusable Words Checker
The Sounds Like (Homophone) and Confusable Words Checker
identifies words that sound the same but are spelled differently
such as "eye" and "I" or words that are commonly confused, such as
"through" and "thorough". When checking your writing or reading it
aloud, these words might not be picked up. Multiple alternatives
with audible definitions and sample sentences are given so you can
be confident you have chosen the right word for your writing. Using
this feature is often the last step when editing a paper
before handing it in.
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"My
favorite feature is the Homophone Checker (now the Sounds Like and
Confusable Words Checker in Version 10). This tool is a great way
for anyone to proofread text before submitting. The Homophone
Checker allows student to check often confused words in their
writing. I use this for ALL students, not just students on IEPs,
because, as I tell my students, this isn't just good assistive
technology, it is just good technology for us all. I wish I
would've had this tool in high school and college
myself!"
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Verb
Checker
The Verb Checker feature helps you to determine the correct verb
conjugation for past, present, or future tense. Once you
select a specific word and a desired tense, multiple verb
conjugation options are provided, such as "I will create" or "You
will be creating".
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"Read&Write GOLD
can make a huge difference in the academic lives of all students.
It is amazing what this program has to offer! Read&Write GOLD
is truly a one of a kind tool that interfaces seamlessly with any
program on your computer. Love
it!
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Speech Input
Speech Input converts speech into digital text to be read aloud.
You can use this voice recognition tool to dictate text into the
computer if you have difficulties typing.
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"I am an
individual with Raynaud's and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and the
mechanics of typing can be very strenuous. As a third year medical
student rotating in the hospital, I have numerous patient notes to
complete. Happily, Read&Write GOLD has helped me to get my
work done. I love the Speech Input feature because it allows me to
dictate the patient notes in a manner, which not only saves me
time, but spares me the physical strain of typing. I am amazed by
the positive impact this simple tool has made in my education and
performance!"
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Speak While Typing
Choose this option to hear each word read aloud as you
type. You can also choose to read aloud the entire document
when finished. By listening to your work read aloud, you can
correct and self-edit your work before submitting it, thereby
reducing many common errors.
"My favorite
use of Read&Write GOLD is the reading of students' original
writing. This allows them to self-edit before they read it to
someone else or the teacher. They can also make sure it says
exactly what they want to say. It empowers the student and gives
them the power to write more."