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Support special education needs with the Learning Access Suite
Published:  08 July, 2009

Claro Software is an innovative software company that develops and licenses "assistive software"; using leading edge speech and imaging technology, and adaptive techniques to make the computer easier to use.

Claro Software is one of the developers of the Learning Access SuiteTM - a comprehensive software solution that provides unparalleled classroom support for reading, writing and accessibility. Developed in conjunction with Nuance, a leading provider of speech and imaging solutions, the Learning Access Suite is distributed in the UK by Microlink PC.

Available on a subscription basis, (priced per student, per year), the Suite offers new and effective software classroom tools for students, teachers, administrators and home users. Anyone who experiences dyslexia or reading difficulties, has English as a second language, sight loss or low vision, can benefit from the Suite's full complement of speech recognition tools, text-to-speech programs, screenrulers, magnifiers, colour overlays and concept maps.

The Learning Access Suite includes the ClaroRead literacy support tool, including text-to-speech features, Screenruler strip magnifier, Lightning magnifier and screenreader, ClaroView screen colour overlay tool, MindFull concept mapper, Microlink's Colour Explorer, ClaroLingo language assistant as well as Nuance's Dragon NaturallySpeaking Preferred speech recognition software.

Every school in the UK has a duty to support all their students; especially those with special educational needs, such as vision impairments, dyslexia, learning difficulties, inability to use a keyboard or mouse, or English as a second language. The Learning Access Suite will help schools to meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and will help provide more access to information and text.

For more information on the Learning Access Suite and licensing details, please contact Claro Software on 01772 977888 or email sales@clarosoftware.com.




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