Helpful Resources

Assistive Technology

Whether you are registered with DSS or not, there are many great assistive technology programs available for you to explore that may give you better access to your learning. These are some of the most commonly-used programs, but it is not a comprehensive list by any means.

* = free trial available

** = includes free version

Most of these programs are also available on mobile devices.

Text-to-speech

• ClaroRead *
• read&write *
• Kurzweil *
• Natural Reader **
• ZoomText *

Speech Recognition

• Dragon NaturallySpeaking
• read&write *

Writing Assistance (Word Prediction)

• Co:Writer
• ClaroRead *
• read&write *
• Kurzweil *

Writing Assistance (Organization of Ideas)

• Mindview *
• MindNode *
• Inspiration *
• Kurzweil *

Writing Assistance (Grammar Check)

• GrammarCheck **

• Ginger

Screen Magnification

• ZoomText *
• MAGic*

Audio Recording (Note Taking Assistance)

• Smartpens
• Sonocent Audio Notetaker
• Notetalker *
• Notability

Books in Alternative Format

Note: if you need textbooks in alternative format during your education at Embry-Riddle due to the effects of a disability, please contact DSS.

Learning Ally: audiobooks (yearly subscription)

Bookshare: accessible books that can be read with a text-to-speech program or Braille display (free for students)

Counseling

Prescott Health and Wellness and Counseling Office offers cost-effective health care and counseling. Health and Wellness can be reached Monday-Thursday at 928-777-6653 or prwellnesscenter@erau. Counseling can be reached Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, at 928-777-3312.

Apps

• Apps for Students With or Without Disabilities (list by Disability Support Services)
• List of Assistive Technology Apps (list by Augsburg College)

Scholarships

List of scholarships for students with disabilities

Tutoring

Tutoring services are available. View the tutoring schedule (requires ERNIE username and password).