Embedding Read&Write cross-college
October 21, 2024

Embedding Read&Write cross-college

Anonymous | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
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Overall Satisfaction with Read&Write

Read&Write is available across all college devices (both students and staff), around 5000 overall. The software is used as assistive technology to help to address challenges that students may face when accessing programmes (e.g., Word, Chrome) and completing coursework. My department uses Read&Write extensively to develop study skills for students with Additional Support Needs.

Pros

  • Embeds options within other programmes as a toolbar
  • Provides detailed guidance for using different aspects of the programme
  • Allows customisation for individuals

Cons

  • Some graphics in the toolbar are difficult to interpret
  • There is a lack of clarity between what is available in different versions
  • Frequent updates are hard to stay on top of
  • Staff resource can be more targeted on students who need higher levels of support
  • Demos and training can be provided virtually, which allows students to learn to use the product outside of working hours
  • 30% of exams now use Read&Write rather than requiring individual readers and scribes
Having a consistent programme has been very helpful for students with cognitive challenges. We are now seeing students who are coming to college after having used Read&Write at school, and their confidence and ease of use has encouraged the use of Read&Write within their classes. Students are able to use Read&Write on college PCs and laptops as well as their own devices at home.
While the Microsoft 365 features are convenient, Read&Write has the advantage that it can be used consistently in both Office products and the Chrome web browser, which helps students as they don't have to learn different systems. Crucially, Read&Write can be used in exam conditions as it is approved by the SQA.

Do you think Read&Write delivers good value for the price?

Yes

Are you happy with Read&Write's feature set?

Yes

Did Read&Write live up to sales and marketing promises?

I wasn't involved with the selection/purchase process

Did implementation of Read&Write go as expected?

Yes

Would you buy Read&Write again?

Yes

Having Read&Write available to all students means that there is no stigma attached to its use, and many features can be used subtly if students are self-conscious. Read&Write is also approved as an assistive technology that can be used in exam situations, which frees up staff resource in terms of facilitating Alternative Assessment Arrangements.

Read&Write Feature Ratings

Writing and Proofreading
8.3
Spelling and grammar check
7
Integrations
10
Browser extension
10
Text-to-Speech
8
Speech-to-Text
8
Screen masking
10
Picture Dictionary
5
Dictionary
8
Highlighters
9
Audio maker
8

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