SpeechEasy devices for altering auditory feedback

Assistive Technology: SpeechEasy & Electronic Fluency Devices

For people who stutter, Electronic Fluency Devices may be used to enhance fluency in speech production. These devices alter the feedback users receive when speaking to create a “choral effect, or the perception that one is speaking in unison with others,” according to the Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center. “Choral speaking has long been a method used in therapy to increase fluency or decrease stuttering.” Devices like SpeechEasy, though costly, may help people who stutter with speech fluency if desired.

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Assistive Technology: Read&Write

Read&Write is a literacy software produced by the company Texthelp that allows users to embed tools such as screen masking, speech/text conversion, and page simplification to existing webpages and programs. By providing these tools, Read&Write can help make education more accessible to students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia and dysgraphia.  What are learning disabilities? 

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Design Critique: Universal Orlando Resort ™️ (iPhone App)

For a smooth and effortless experience at Universal Orlando Resort, it’s essential to have the Universal mobile app loaded on your phone. This app offers a range of convenient features, including information on attractions, the ability to purchase tickets, real-time wait times, and more, making it an indispensable tool for any visit to the resort.

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Design Critique: Netflix (Website)

Introduction Netflix is a membership-based subscription platform for streaming movies and TV dramas. It was founded in 1997. It profited solely by renting DVDs at the beginning, but today it is focusing more on providing online video streaming services. Netflix’s earliest subscription system began in 1999, and users could choose to pay different price subscription

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