Braille Writer

There may be many instances where a Braille Writer might be a necessity for a student in K-12. Braile Writers are equivalent to a typewriter and are useful for writing long documents like papers for school or for an employer. For example, a student writing a long term paper in braille is likely to find it much easier to use a manual or electric braille writer, or a computer running braille software and attached to a braille printer. The braille system enables people who are blind to read using the sense of touch. This website, http://www.abledata.com/abledata_docs/Braille_Writers_Printers_Software.htm, gives a lot more information if someone is interested. As you can see in the picture the Braille Writer looks very similar t a typewriter. This video may also give someone a lot more information on a Braille Writer.

Reading Pen 2

The Reading Pen 2 is the updated version of the first Reading Pen. It is an innovative portable learning tools for students of a second-language and for people with reading difficulties, such as dyslexia.It has been  adapted for both school-age readers and for college level and adult readers, these tools provide reading autonomy and fluency, and enhance comprehension. People who need a Reading Pen will be able to scan the text in front of them, hear it spoken aloud and obtain definitions and correct pronunciation within seconds. This is a great and affordable tool that should be encouraged within the K-12 schools for students with reading disabilities. You may find more information at the website provided: http://www.wizcomtech.com/eng/catalog/a/readingpen2/. This website along with this picture and video will also provide people withfurther information about what a Reading Pen is and how it may be utilized in a school atmosphere.