ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

With the C-Pen Reader 2 you are an independent reader, able to read any printed text on your own. Depending on your need, scan full paragraphs or single words and listen to the text being read out automatically. Definitions of words are just a few clicks away. If you get stuck on a word, listen to it being read out, and access the explanation of the word – read out aloud to you – with just a few clicks.

It is well proven that multi-sensory learning is far more efficient than single-sensory learning. Listen to word or paragraphs being read out to you while at the same time visually following along on the screen or in the textbook – and learn faster. A well proven memorization technique is spaced repetition. The on-pen Practice function let you practice words you have found especially difficult lately. Spend a few minutes at the end of the day and practice pronunciation and understanding. C-Pen Reader 2 automatically spaces your repetition by allowing you to practice , .

AI based character recognition: C-Pen Reader 2 features an AI based character recognition - supporting more fonts and is less dependent on print quality.
Audio Boost: The Audio Boost feature provides a slightly higher volume which may come handy in noisy environments.
Practice with words: C-Pen Reader 2 keeps track of words scanned and read out aloud and words looked up in dictionaries. Based on "your own" words, C-Pen Reader 2 provides instant words games allowing you to practice pronunciations and definitions.
Easier to access definitions: Words often have multiple definitions. C-Pen Reader 2 processes the dictionary definitions and display these definitions one by one, making it easier to access each definition. Long-press UP/DOWN to step between definitions and press OK to listen to them one by one.

C-PEN Connect is a Bluetooth digital highlighter for mobile use that captures text, recognise it, and streams it in editable format to supported host devices.

Perfect to capture note and quotes from books or listening to text being read out. App supports saving, sharing, reading out loud, translation. Compatible with Android and iOS.

C-PEN Connect is a Bluetooth/wireless text scanner/digital highlighter compatible with Android and iOS devices. When activated, a light turns on and highlights the text – text that instantly appears in the C-PEN app on the host device. Simply mark up some text, as if doing it with a marker pen, and the text appears in the app.

Scans text and numbers.

Bluetooth connectivity.

Embedded real time Optical Character Recognition (OCR).

Rechargeable Lithium battery (600mAh)

Compatible with Android and iOS...meaning the scanner only connects to mobile devices and tablets. Does not connect to laptops and PC’s

*Requires C-PEN app to be installed.

App supports translation, text reading, scan and store.

Nuance Dragon Professional Individual version 16 is a speech recognition software that allows users to dictate and transcribe text with high accuracy and speed.

The software uses advanced deep learning algorithms to recognize and transcribe speech, and it can learn and adapt to a user's voice over time to provide even greater accuracy. It can also transcribe audio files and convert them into editable text.
Dragon Professional Individual version 16 includes a range of features to improve productivity, such as voice commands for formatting and editing text, the ability to create custom commands, and integration with popular applications like Microsoft Word and Excel. It is compatible with Windows operating systems and can be used with a variety of microphones, including those built into laptops.

Inspiration is a simple to use mind mapping software that will help user’s structure reports, projects and presentations. Individuals can use maps, graphic organisers and diagrams to brainstorm ideas and communicate concepts visually.

Inspiration aids productivity in the schools and the workplace and is popular among people with neuro-diversities such as dyslexia. Individuals with dyslexia often find information in a non-linear format much easier process.

Inspiration allows users to organise ideas and use visual symbols as a memory aid.

At least 10% of children do not reach their full potential because they have difficulties with reading due to a SpLD, ADHD or reading in their non-native language. TextAid removes this barrier to learning by reading any text aloud. ReadSpeaker are world leaders in computer voice technology and the natural sounding voice will read back any text including worksheets, exam papers, pages of a book and websites. ReadSpeaker TextAid is browser based which means you don't need to download it onto specific devices. Students can use it in the classroom, at home and on their phone or tablet and all their work is saved into their online library. TextAid now reads in Irish also.

As well as text-to-speech there are other tools too including a screen ruler, text mode to make text easier to read, translation, word prediction, download as audio and a highlighter tool which extracts key information.

It allows students to work independently and improve comprehension. Students simply click play to listen to any text, reducing the need to rely on adult support. TextAid will read any document, even websites and text in a picture. Students can concentrate on the content rather than decoding individual words

 

Millions of students in schools and in higher education rely on Read and Write to help with reading, writing assignments and online research.

The easy-to-use toolbar makes documents, files and web pages more accessible. Read and Write is a big confidence booster for anyone who needs a little support with their reading and writing, at school. Its friendly literacy features help English Language Learners, as well as people with dyslexia or other learning difficulties.

From hearing emails or documents read out loud to text prediction, picture dictionaries and summary highlighters, Read&Write makes lots of everyday literacy tasks simpler, quicker and more accurate.

This version is only available for the Assistive Technology Grant

Scanmarker Air features an ultra-portable design that allows you to scan wirelessly via a Bluetooth connection to your computer, smartphone or tablet. Use it's cutting-edge, patented technology to scan directly onto any application or onto any of the intuitive mobile apps. Scanmarker Air is compatible with all Windows, Mac, Apple iOS and Android devices.

Create summaries faster than ever before, just slide your scanning pen across a line of printed text and watch it appear instantly on the screen. Super accurate and fast multilingual OCR text scanner ideal for students and professionals in the library, classroom, office or on the go.

Click here for the Scanmarker Air Manual

Read aloud in real-time and translate on computers, smartphones and tablets. Compatible with Mac, Windows, Android And Ios Devices. Portable, lightweight and convenient - connect easily to all your devices via Bluetooth (Ble Dongle included for wireless computer connection). Powerful in-built battery rechargeable via USB

Instant Accessibility : No downloads or installations required. Access the Scanmarker Air features directly from your Chrome browser
Cross-Device Compatibility : Seamlessly transition between your desktop, laptop, and other devices without skipping a beat.
Effortless Setup : Registering with your email takes just a few moments, and you'll be up and running in no time.

Save thousands of hours with the wireless pen scanner from Scanmarker.

Instead of manually retyping endless texts from documents and books, the pen scanner copies your text in seconds, straight to your PC/Mac/tablet/phone in any program or apps like Word, Google Docs, Evernote (on desktop software), or the intuitive mobile app.

Scan across a line of printed text and watch it appear instantly on the screen.

Translate printed text instantly to over 40 languages!

Read any printed text- perfect for reading difficulties.

Super accurate and fast multilingual OCR text scanner- ideal for students and professionals in the library, office, or on the go!

Edit, read aloud in real-time and translate any printed text.

Portable, lightweight and convenient – connect easily to all your devices via Bluetooth (BLE dongle included for wireless connection on Windows).

Powerful built-in battery rechargeable via USB.

Perfect for bringing your Scanmarker on-the-go, this handheld hard case can easily fit anywhere you bring your Scanmarker.

The Scanmarker Pro is a powerful tool designed to enhance your reading experience by seamlessly blending technology with literacy. This innovative device serves as your on-the-go reading companion, offering a range of features to support independent reading and comprehension, online and offline reading, note-taking, learning, translating, and recording voice memos.

Scan, Translate, and Listen - Unlocking the world of multilingual reading is effortlessly streamlined with Pro. Seamlessly scan text, translate it, and choose to either listen to the original scan or the translated version, making the process of reading in a different language as simple as it is versatile. For ESL students or those learning a language this a great feature.

Dictionary - Enhancing your reading experience, the Scanmarker Pro's dictionary feature not only looks up but also reads out the examples of the definitions of words, facilitating independent reading with natural voices. This innovative tool empowers users to better comprehend the meaning of words, making the learning process more efficient and enjoyable. Whether you're delving into textbooks, magazines, or documents, the Scanmarker Pro is your key to unlocking a deeper understanding of the content at your own pace.

Save text for editing - Effortlessly preserve your scanned text by saving it as a text document for seamless export to your computer. Scanmarker Pro ensures a user-friendly experience, allowing you to conveniently store your scanned content in a format compatible with your computer, fostering ease of access and further utilization. Import text to any editor such as Word or Scanmarker webapp for further reading and editing

Click here for the Scanmarker Pro Manual

Scanmarker Pro, is a standalone reading device. This advanced device allows you to:

Read Text Aloud in Real-Time: Read text line by line effortlessly and enjoy real-time in multiple languages, providing an immersive reading experience.

Translate Anytime, Anywhere: Whether offline or online, Scanmarker Pro empowers you to translate printed text instantly, breaking down language barriers and broadening your access to information.

Speak and use Voice Translation for live : Scanmarker Pro voice translation is ideal when you need help to communicate in different languages (112 voice translation)

Effortless Voice Memo notes: Capture your thoughts on the go by recording voice memos, enhancing your productivity and ensuring no idea goes unrecorded.

Summarize and Note-Taking for Exporting on PC: Take notes directly on the device and easily export them for further reading or editing on your computer when connected to a cable as an export function.

Dictionary Collins for English: Collins English dictionary for word and phrase lookup. Save favourites words for repeated listening.

Bluetooth Compatibility: Enjoy a wireless experience by connecting your Bluetooth-enabled earphones of any brand, adding convenience and flexibility to your reading sessions.

Offline and Online Functionality: Whether you're connected to the internet or not, Scanmarker Pro operates seamlessly, ensuring uninterrupted access to its powerful features. 5 operative systems English, Spanish, Italian, German and French.

Customizable Holding Pen Direction: Tailor the device to your comfort by choosing the holding pen direction suitable for both left and right-handed users.

Multi speed of reading: Scanmarker Pro supports change of speed of reading for diverse audience and enhancing accessibility for users around the world.

Memory expansion with TF memory card support.

Incorporating cutting-edge technology and user-centric design, Scanmarker Pro is not just a reading device; it's your all-in-one solution for efficient, multilingual reading, note-taking, and more. Elevate your reading experience with Scanmarker Pro today.

The Scanmarker Reader pen scans a line of text and immediately reads aloud that text through a web based application on a computer or smartphone. Works in over 100 languages, including Irish. On the app, scanned text can be spoken aloud and manipulated for better viewing with changes to background colour, font size and word and line spacing. Voice speed and selection can also be changed. Includes typoscope-like guide to help the pen track a specific line of text.

The Read Live feature helps improve oral language skills especially by adapting the speed of reading to suit the individual preference helps in developing vocabulary and improve the level of higher-level language skills. The editing features and learning mode typically will help users with dyslexia on reading comprehension both visually and as on listening comprehension.

The Scanmarker Reader has a 100 language capabilities, including Irish in scanning and translating. Regardless of whether your goal is to learn to read, study a new language, boost overall efficiency with the best help for reading disabilities.

The Scanmarker Reader offers a dictation feature which allows a speech-to-text function onto the browser.

The Scanmarker Reader also offers a dictionary feature, a great way to improve vocabulary knowledge

Click here for the Scanmarker Reader Manual

Scanmarker Reader is the ultimate pen reader, portable, lightweight and convenient – connect easily to all your devices via Bluetooth.

Edit, read aloud in real-time through our web application and translate on computers, smartphones, and tablets in more than 100 languages, including Irish.

Identify students at risk of reading failure and give them true reading and learning independence.

Gain and improve decoding and reading comprehension skills together with fluency in more than 100 languages.

Add value to one-on-one tutoring and add significant gains in phonemic awareness, rapid naming, and phonological memory after start using the Scanmarker Reader as an Assistive Technology.

What is in the box

Scanmarker Reader

Reference guide

USB cable

Ruler

Bluetooth dongle*

*For wireless connection on Windows, on macOS it connects to the built-in Bluetooth.

What skills I can improve with Scanmarker Reader

Oral language skills with Read Selected feature.

Word recognition with the Read Live feature.

Decoding with the dictionary feature.

Phonological processing adjusting text spacing on lines, words and letters level.

Automaticity/fluency skills with Speed Reading feature.

Reading comprehension with the Read Live Voice adjusting feature.

Vocabulary knowledge with Dictionary feature

dBuds are award-winning volume-adjusting earplugs designed to reduce noise pollution. These discreet earplugs blend seamlessly into a user's daily routine, making them a natural accessory for work, study, or any noise-sensitive environment.

dBud's noise-reduction is certified by the EPA and CE marking, complying with both U.S. standard ANSI S3.19-1974 and EU standard EN 352-2:2002. They cater to office workers, students, commuters, and travellers, providing relief for those with hypersensitivity, migraines, autism, and misophonia.

Featuring two noise reduction levels of -12 dB and -24 dB, dBuds are both reusable and long-lasting. Their custom fit, lightweight, and secure design ensures all-day comfort for users seeking to tone down the noise to a comfortable level while maintaining a stylish appearance.

dBuds are award-winning volume-adjusting earplugs designed to reduce noise pollution. These discreet earplugs blend seamlessly into a user's daily routine, making them a natural accessory for work, study, or any noise-sensitive environment.

dBud's noise-reduction is certified by the EPA and CE marking, complying with both U.S. standard ANSI S3.19-1974 and EU standard EN 352-2:2002. They cater to office workers, students, commuters, and travellers, providing relief for those with hypersensitivity, migraines, autism, and misophonia.

Featuring two noise reduction levels of -12 dB and -24 dB, dBuds are both reusable and long-lasting. Their custom fit, lightweight, and secure design ensures all-day comfort for users seeking to tone down the noise to a comfortable level while maintaining a stylish appearance.

The AE-36 is a headset that's designed to improve focus, communication, and collaboration.

Whether you're working in a classroom or studying at home, the AE-36 has you covered. It delivers high quality sound with a noise-canceling, adjustable boom microphone that makes it easy for your softest-spoken student to be heard loud and clear.

The AE-36 is all about lightweight comfort with a padded, adjustable headband to fit a variety of sizes, from youth to adult. Easily connects with most devices and adapters with a 3.5mm connection.

Mid-sized earpads provide a good balance between coverage and fit, accommodating a wider range of head and ear sizes.

A lightweight design is more comfortable for extended listening sessions, as they reduce the pressure and fatigue that can come with heavier headphone.

Reliable and consistent sound quality, Ideal for testing and assessments in school, work, and home environments.

Noise-canceling microphone minimizes surrounding noise to properly capture even the quietest of speakers.

Soft padded headband and earpads provide hours of comfort and Eye-catching colors and design details for alluring appeal.

Speaker Size: 40mm

Mic style: Boom, 120 degree rotation

Plug type: Single 3.5mm TRRS

Cord:6 feet, Nylon braided

The AE-42 is designed as one of the most robust thin-profile headsets on the market. The headsets in this series have minimal moving parts and a ruggedised headband to withstand even the toughest mechanical abuse. The AE-42 features an adjustable padded headband for ultimate comfort.

AVID knows that the classroom environment is one of the roughest places for headphones. That’s why the AVID AE 42 headphones / headsets are designed to be one of the most durable headphones / headsets on the market. The headset has minimal moving parts and a ruggedized headband to withstand even the toughest mechanical abuse. The braided nylon cord is woven to exacting specifications that are designed to prevent even the most tenacious child from chewing the cord apart. Great choice for school headphones

Highly Posable for a Comfortable Listening Experience The AVID AE-42 headphones / headsets feature a highly adjustable headband, padded headband, and repositionable ear cups which work together to provide an incredibly comfortable fit for children of all shapes and sizes. In addition, the soft-touch surface finish prevents scratches and other signs of wear from becoming noticeable ensuring that the AVID AE42 looks as good on the first day of use as it will during its whole lifespan.

The AE-54 headphone delivers a classic look and go-anywhere durability for immersive audio experiences across platforms and devices. It is perfect for use with computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, making it ideal for online gaming, video conferencing, or listening to music.

The headset is equipped with high-quality speakers that provide crystal-clear sound and deep bass, ensuring an immersive listening experience.

The headset is lightweight and features soft cushioned ear cups that provide comfort even during extended use. Overall, the AVID AE-54 headset is a great option for anyone looking for a high-quality headset with both style and functionality.

Earpiece design facilitates passive noise reduction for focused listening sessions

Meets various non-microphone state testing requirements

Widely compatible 3.5mm plug connection

Excellent for video conferencing, remote learning, and more

The Avid AE-35 headset is a lightweight and durable option for individuals who require clear audio and reliable communication. It is designed with a single 3.5mm jack, making it compatible with a wide range of devices including computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

The ear cups are cushioned for comfort during extended use, and the headband is adjustable to fit most head sizes. The Avid AE-35 is a great option for students, professionals, or anyone who needs a reliable and affordable headset for daily use.

The AE-39 USB headset gets an A+ for its feature-packed, do-it-all design.

Make distance learning more comfortable with this durable and practical headset. With added thoughtful touches like an all-ages, fully adjustable headband and a widely compatible USB connector to make the AE-39 your go-to for remote classrooms and conferences.

Omnidirectional boom mic captures every word for a better learning experience, padded headband and cushioned earpads add all-day comfort.
Reliable and consistent results in every environment. Compatibility across multiple platforms and learning applications. Ideal for testing and assessments

Need a headset that does it all? Look no further. A favorite of educators and students alike, the award-winning AE-55 USB model delivers in every category.

This feature-rich headset is a communication champ. The AE-55 covers all the basics - plus a few extras that have proven to be customer favorites. Beyond the excellent speakers and convenient USB connector, there is added bidirectional, noise-canceling microphone. Need options? Rotate the mic a full 270 degrees for a custom fit.

Noise-canceling microphone technology ensures clear communication and limits surrounding noise.

Ambidextrous design with 270 degree microphone rotation, provide a more comfortable and flexible fit

Quality sound for 1:1 learning, testing, remote working and more.

In-line volume controls make it easy to adjust volume and mute

Speaker Size: 40mm

Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

Mic style: Boom, 270 degree rotation

Mic type: Noise-canceling, Bidirectional

Plug type: USB 2.0

Cord: 6 feet, Nylon braided

Ear pieces: Adjustable with tilt

Headband: Adjustable

An affordable entry-level headphone, the AE-711 is a time-proven design within the education market. Providing compatibility with a wide number of electronic devices that offer a 3.5mm input, this headphone is also built with comfort in mind. Equipped with vinyl padded earpads for prolonged comfort with an adjustable headband and a 5-foot cord to give students a wider range of motion. The AVID AE-711 is a perfect choice for educators and 1:1 student learning.

Easy to clean and store

Chew resistant nylon braided cord

Affordable and dependable

Strain relief at earpiece cord connection

Earpads provide prolonged comfort

5-foot cord length for wider range of motion

Stylish design with adjustable headband

Compatible with most 3.5mm input devices

Clear sound transfer

Joining the best-selling Series of headsets is this USB Over-Ear Stereo Headset. Built with a more robust profile, this headset features Andrea Communications exclusive noise-canceling microphone with internal windscreens that minimize breath popping. It includes an All new in-line control for up/down volume as well as both microphone and speaker mute.

Proprietary noise-canceling microphone with internal windscreens that minimize breath popping.

Heavy duty flex boom and swivel allows for perfect placement of the microphone.

40mm stereo speakers with deep bass sound deliver crystal clear audio.

Large over-ear cups reduce up to 75% of background noise.

Plush, extra-thick leatherette on-ear cushions reduce background noise and are replaceable.

Extra-long cable with ALL NEW in-line controls for up/down volume and both microphone and speaker mute.

Adjustable dual headband ensures a comfortable fit.

Extra-long cable with ALL NEW in-line controls for up/down volume and both microphone and speaker mute.

USB plug with built-in USB sound card.