Word prediction and speech recognition software assisting students with writing difficulties, suggesting words as typed and allowing dictation of text.
Co:Writer by Don Johnston is a comprehensive word prediction and speech recognition software designed to assist students who struggle with writing. It helps students organize ideas, learn language skills, build vocabulary, and develop composition abilities.
As the student types, Co:Writer predicts words based on spelling, context, and frequency to help the student build sentences with accurate spelling and grammar. It has an integrated talking spell checker and homophone checker to further reinforce proper writing.
Co:Writer also features robust speech recognition, allowing students to dictate their ideas into text instead of typing. They can speak naturally while the software accurately transcribes words on screen.
Other key features include graphic organizers, outlining tools, editable word banks, text-to-speech with highlighting, research tools, and customizable supports to fit diverse needs. The software is geared for struggling learners from elementary school through high school.
Overall, Co:Writer aims to make writing faster, easier, and more accessible. By reducing the physical act of typing and editing, it allows students to focus their efforts on developing and communicating ideas more clearly.
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