This software is a free download that converts text format into spoken audio.īalabolka is a software that uses versions of Microsoft Speech API which allows for customization of voice, pitch/reading, rate, and can convert written text into MP3 files. NaturalReaderoffers customizable natural sounding voices, a very friendly user interface, and a floating tool bar that can be read from the internet and other tabs. Thank you for providing me with these resources as they have benefited and encouraged my learning experience here at UCSC. It has helped me a lot with my note taking and helps me focus when I read because I highlight as I read.
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I am able to highlight and annotate on the pdf and the best part is that I can extract those certain highlights and annotations onto a separate blank document so that all of them are gathered on one document to go back and look at later. The DRC uploaded all of my chapter readings from my textbook for me so I didn't have to worry about doing it. Student Review: "Kurweil is an awesome program.Kurzweil 3000 also includes a number of study skills tools such as bookmarks, highlighting and sticky notes, which students can use to improve their reading comprehension. Kurzweil 3000 offers a combined scanning and reading feature that is capable of reproducing text on screen as well as audio files of scanned text. If you are interested in learning more about accessible software for reading, writing and more, please come to the ICAT lab! Technology Assistants are available Monday-Friday for software demos and instruction.