RapidReader for Those with Physical Challenges
RapidReader: an easy to use technology that's a powerful assistant for everyday computer tasks
There
is another important arena in which RapidReader provides substantial
benefit even when reading speed is not the primary issue.
For those with special needs, the computer environment can
present a range of difficulties. The RapidReader design has
inherent characteristics that enhance empowerment in a number
of ways. The RapidReader protocol focuses on streamlining
information transfer over the "last three feet"
from the computer to the reader. That is to say making reading
on-screen easier and more efficient. This meant designing
an interface that eliminates as many "clicks" as
possible and requires only that the reader sit back and view
the content without having to manipulate an object. RapidReader
eliminates most of the physical requirements of reading, whether
it's scrolling or moving a mouse or turning a page or folding
a newspaper. RapidReader does the work of reading so the user
can focus on comprehending.
RapidReader is a "movie like" experience in that
it presents words one at a time, in a very large font, in
the center of the reader's field of vision at a speed which
the user selects. It reduces many of the limitations to computer
use for those with challenges whether physical, visual or
neurlogical.
RapidReader's unique combination of large fonts, the patented Human Cadence™ text flow, elimination of eye movement and scrolling makes reading easier, more comfortable and far faster for people with learning disorders. Thousands use it everyday at home, schools and universities to take the strain out of reading. It compensates for attention deficits with its reading speed and "video game" like text display. For those with print disabilities such as dyslexia it compensates by eliminating the need for eye tracking across a page and "sounding out".
Learn more about RapidReader from the "Topics" below to assist you in making an informed decision about the benefits of RapidReader.
NOTE to educators, parents and special needs providers: Please contact us so we can arrange for a free download of training materials and content for you. Discover how incorporating RapidReader into the daily activities of your child or students can assist in "leveling the playing field" for them .
- Eliminates the requirement for scrolling while reading
- Choice of 4 large font sizes
- Choice of 3 text presentation positions
- Variable speed from 100-950 WPM
- One-Click RapidReader access for MS Word docs or Internet Explorer or Safari web pages.
- Open a PDF in RapidReader with "Drag and Drop". (Requires RR PRO)
- One-Click to batch open e-mails and attachments for auto-reading in Outlook. (Requires RR PRO)
- Can be integrated into many assistive control systems
- The automated "TurboText" display moves through the document at the user's desired speed.
- The requirement for scrolling while reading is eliminated and replaced with a movie like experience.
- With keystrokes, the user can move back and forward through a document, change speed or stop to see the document in ParagraphView.
- The reader can easily sit 3-4 feet away and read comfortably without having to adjust postion
Physical Impairments such as spinal injuries, severe arthritis or any condition where the manipulation of a mouse is problematic.
- Eye Movement and the requirement for visual tracking acuity are significantly mitigated.
- The automated "TurboView" displays words in a very large font in the center of the visual field.
- Eliminates the need for moving the eye muscle and refocusing on a word by word basis,
- Enhanced reading ability while reducing fatigue.
Neurological Impairments such as Muscular Dystrophy, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons Disease and others.
- The large font size (up to 10 times bigger than standard) means RapidReader functions as an automate magnifier.
- RapidReader automatically converts and displays the formats of documents and web pages that people use most for work or school.
- Those with visual impairments have another option and are not prematurely required to use special reader conversions nor are they limited by the slow speed of text-to-voice.
- For those with degenerative eye disease RapidReader is excellent in assisting in "Steady Eye" or Eccentric Focus reading techniques
Visual Deficits
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