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Hardware and Software Available in the Adaptive Technology Centre
Queen’s Library is pleased to offer remote access to the TextHelp Read&Write Premium Literacy software and the TextHelp EquatIO Premium Digital Math and STEM Software for all students, staff and faculty with a Queen’s NetID and Password.
For more information and how to access the Read&Write Literacy software, please consult the Read&Write brochure.
For an introduction to the EquatIO Digital Math and STEM software, please view the TextHelp EquatIO Guide
Additional Read&Write and EquatIO support and training resources are available in the Adaptive Technology Centre LibGuide.
Specialized software
The following is a list of specialized software available in the Adaptive Technology Centre:
- Text-to-Speech software that allows students to scan their texts into the computer, which converts the text into a digital format and uses a speech synthesizer to read it aloud. (Kurzweil 3000, Read&Write)
- Digital Math and STEM software to create equations, formulas, and more, digitally and accessibly (EquatIO)
- Voice-to-Text software that allows users to speak into a microphone while the computer transcribes their voice into a digital format. (Dragon Naturally Speaking)
- Screen Reading software that reads the computer screen aloud to students, replacing the graphical user interface with auditory interface. (JAWS)
- Mind-Mapping software that assists students in the brain-storming process and thought organization which assists the writing process. (Inspiration)
- Screen Magnifier software that allows students to magnify the size of documents and other software applications that appears on the screen. (ZoomText)
- Writing software that assist students with word prediction, grammar, and spelling errors in documents. (Inspiration, Kurzweil 3000)
Operating System accessibility features
For more information on using ATC software and applications, see our guide on the Adaptive Technology Centre: Software and Assistive Devices which has tutorials, instruction manuals, and lists of free apps.
Assistive devices available in the Adaptive Technology Lab
- Braille Embosser
- Digital Recorders and Smartpens to assist with notetaking in lectures (Livescribe Smartpen)
- OPTELEC Clearview CCTV
- Height adjustable tables
- Large screen monitors
- Scanners
Equipment loan
We offer a limited number of adaptive devices for students registered with the Adaptive Technology Centre to borrow on trial:
Students wishing to borrow these devices must provide a valid Queen's Student ID. Items will be loaned through the student library account. Please contact the Adaptive Technologist for more information.