Re: more info on Typing tutorial and JAWS
- From: "Jack Lowe" <akronjack1982@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- To: <jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Sat, 22 Jan 2005 20:14:07 -0500
You're welcome. I try to help out when I can. And this is really a
wonderful program. I've used it before.
----- Original Message -----
From: "John O. Carvalho" <n1sea@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2005 8:11 PM
Subject: Re: more info on Typing tutorial and JAWS
> Hey Jack,
> Thanks allot for sending this to us.
> I was looking for something like it.
> John carvalho
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Jack Lowe" <akronjack1982@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2005 7:42 PM
> Subject: more info on Typing tutorial and JAWS
>
>
> Here's a little info about the program...
>
>
> Talking Typing Teacher for Windows
>
> Over the last few years, we've noticed an ever-increasing need for a typi=
> ng
> program that's both fun and easy to use for novice and advanced computer
> users
> alike. MarvelSoft's flagship product is Talking Typing Teacher, a
> revolutionary new typing program that's ideal for home or classroom use.
>
> Built from the ground up with blind and visually impaired students in min=
> d,
> Talking Typing Teacher features digitized human speech, which is used
> everywhere
> in the program. This means that whether you're navigating menus, changing
> options, managing dozens of student accounts, or visiting the Help Desk,
> you'll
> enjoy listening to Eager Eddie read the screen. What makes TTT so special=
> ,
> however, is that each and every typing lesson or practice session is read
> aloud
> with clear, concise pre-recorded dialog. Put quite simply, you won't need=
> to
> worry about trying to understand synthetic speech when you're learning to
> type with TTT. The only thing Text-To-Speech is really used for is to rea=
> d
> your name and play back text you type into Workbook, a fully-functional
> talking
> word processor that ships with Talking Typing Teacher.
>
> But that's not all! TTT easily accommodates the specific needs of all
> visually impaired typists. With just a few clicks of the mouse, you can p=
> ick
> from
> dozens of fonts, change the size of text, and decide how heavy the print
> should be, (not to mention achieving the ideal color contrast by selectin=
> g
> from
> thirty different background and text colors). These options ensure that
> everyone will get the most out of Talking Typing Teacher. Whether you're
> reading
> the screen or letting Eager Eddie do the reading for you, you'll have the
> chance to learn to type, and enjoy doing so!
>
> - Listen to an audio demo of Talking Typing Teacher (MP3 File)
> - Listen to the comprehensive 90-minute review of TTT produced for ACB
> Radio's Main Menu show (MP3 File)
>
> Features Include:
>
> * Built-in human speech (in the form of MarvelTalk) that narrates the
> entire program;
>
> * Complete interaction with both sound and full-color animations;
>
> * Detailed lesson curriculum designed with three levels of instruction;
>
> * Lessons consisting of spoken and displayed instructions, practice dril=
> ls,
> and final reminders;
>
> * Lessons that teach and reinforce typing, with careful emphasis on post=
> ure
> and correct typing habits;
>
> * Three levels of instruction that not only change the number of keys th=
> at
> are taught, but also how the instructions are worded and presented;
>
> * Constant positive and encouraging reinforcers throughout the entire
> curriculum;
>
> * The ability to create an unlimited number of customized lessons to
> further enhance your typing curriculum;
>
> * A countless number of optional tunes and sound effects to enhance stud=
> ent
> performance and make the entire curriculum exciting and fun;
>
> * Seven separate functions to test and enhance typing skills between eac=
> h
> lesson; and
>
> * Full support for multiple student use. This means that you can have mo=
> re
> than one student set up with the program, and TTT will pull up each
> student's
> record when he or she logs in.
>
> Menu Outline
>
> Here's a quick summary of the various exciting options you'll discover on
> the main screen of TTT:
>
> * "File Cabinet" is a powerful tool for teachers that makes it possible =
> to
> swiftly manage entire groups, keep track of individual students' progress=
> ,
> and
> create customized typing lessons.
>
> * "Explore the Keyboard" allows students to press any key or key
> combination on the keyboard, and hear it spoken aloud. If you want the ke=
> ys
> they type
> in other programs announced as well, just hold down a shift key when you
> push this button.
>
> * "Typing Lessons" is where you or your students will spend many happy
> hours following a detailed, fun, and interactive typing curriculum.
>
> * "Key Practice" is a great way to ensure that students are able to quic=
> kly
> locate each and every key on the keyboard.
>
> * "Word Practice" presents students with randomly selected words to be
> typed, to help reinforce newly-acquired typing skills.
>
> * "Sentence Practice" has been designed to help students practice typing
> three different levels of full-length, interesting sentences.
>
> * "Typing Games" is a set of six games designed to help students enjoy
> their newly acquired skills, creating the perfect learning environment fo=
> r
> everyone!
>
> * As if that's not enough, TTT comes complete with "Talking Workbook", a
> fully functional word processor, that can be used to test your new typing
> skills
> on a practical application. Such advanced features as "Find", "Search and
> Replace", "Word Count", and "Check Spelling" are included in this fantast=
> ic
> editor.
>
> * And to top it all off, students can finish off their typing class by
> getting their current typing speed.
>
> As you can see, TTT is truly for everyone! Whether you are an individual =
> who
> wishes to learn to type, a parent who wants to give your child a head sta=
> rt
> in typing, or a professional looking for an innovative, flexible and
> easy-to-use typing program for ALL your students, you have just found the
> ideal solution!
>
> Note: this version of Talking Typing Teacher is licensed for use on one P=
> C
> only. If you're an individual wanting to use the program, or if you're an
> educator
> who will be running the product on a single computer, this version of the
> program is just for you. On the other hand, if you need to use TTT in a l=
> ab
> or
> classroom setting (where it will be installed on more than one computer),
> please skim down for more info on Talking Typing Teacher Pro. Thank you.
>
> System Requirements
>
> To run the program, you'll need:
> a PC (at least 90 megahertz) running Windows XP, ME, 2000, 98, 95, or
> Windows NT Service Pack 4,
> 16 megabytes of RAM,
> A standard keyboard (Not USB!)
> 20 megabytes of available disc space,
> a 16-bit Sound card and speakers (or headphones),
> a CD-ROM drive,
> and Internet Explorer 4.01 or later.
>
> Price: $99.95 + $5 Shipping
>
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>
> Talking Typing Teacher Pro
>
> Talking Typing Teacher Pro is fully network-compatible, and is licensed f=
> or
> use on up to thirty-five computers. This means that you can install the
> program
> on one computer (the server), and use it on up to thirty-five remote
> computers (the clients). This is of inestimable value if you are a teache=
> r
> because
> all your students' information is stored in one central location. In this
> way, you can always keep track of your student's progress, without having=
> to
> go around to each desk. Because student reports are updated every minute,
> you can keep tabs on each student in your class from any computer on your
> network
> that always has accurate, up-to-date data.
>
> TTT Pro also comes complete with an electronic copy of the comprehensive
> teacher's instruction kit. This innovative educational package is designe=
> d
> to assist
> professionals in teaching the Talking Typing Teacher program. It contains=
> a
> text copy of all three levels of instruction, along with helpful hints an=
> d
> tips for each one. Although the entire curriculum is presented audibly an=
> d
> visually, this kit gives a professional an excellent idea of what is cove=
> red
> in each lesson, allowing for greater adaptability in planning and
> presentation. The tips at the end of each lesson have been designed to al=
> low
> the teacher
> to present students the material and/or additional practice at their own
> pace and cognitive ability.
>
> System Requirements
>
> To run the program, you'll need:
> a PC (at least 90 megahertz) running Windows XP, ME, 2000, 98, 95, or
> Windows NT Service Pack 4,
> 16 megabytes of RAM,
> A standard keyboard (Not USB!)
> 420 megabytes of available disc space on the server computer,
> 20 megabytes of available disc space on each client machine,
> a 16-bit Sound card and speakers (or headphones),
> a CD-ROM drive,
> and Internet Explorer 4.01 or later.
>
> Note that your network administrator must assign Read/Write/Modify
> privileges to all users for the Program Files\MarvelSoft folder.
>
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Eileen Lafond" <Eileen.LaFond@xxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <jfw@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2005 7:32 PM
> Subject: Typing tutorial and JAWS
>
>
>>I have a friend who has just gotten a computer and JAWS. Does anyone
>> know of an accessible typing tutorial that she could use?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Eileen La Fond
>> Phone (206) 386-0011
>> e.mail Eileen.LaFond@xxxxxxxxxxx
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