[Pibe-division] screen readers?

[David Andrews]

There are many factors to consider -- so this isn't a simple matter.

There are of course obvious things like budget, applications need to 
use etc.  I would also consider what is predominately used in your 
area, what the rehab agency generally recommends etc.  This is 
because you are going to get the most help from people who are 
predominately using the same thing.

JAWS is the most widely used and generally works well, with some 
quirks and exceptions.  Like any big program you can find people who 
love it, and people who hate it, they both are probably right.

Window-Eyes is probably next, and is a good program, not as widely used.

System Access is coming up fast, has improved a lot, is less money, 
and works well with many things, and is less money.  It is packaged 
in a variety of offerings and can be confusing, but you can even use 
the screen access to go for free if you have a web connection www.satogo.com

Dolphin isn't widely used in the U.S. and I find some of their 
offerings a little quirky, so would tend to stay away -- but just my opinion.

There is no one, or right answer to these questions.

David Andrews

At 06:03 AM 1/28/2009, you wrote:
>Colleagues,
>Long time subscriber, first time posting.  Wanted brief opinions on 
>recommended screen readers for the following types of students:
>3rd grader high  interest technology
>10th grader moderate/low interest in technology
>
>I've looked into programs from Dolphin, JAWS, and Window Eyes. Thank 
>you in advance for your contributions and thoughts.
>
>Kelley Louthan
>TBVI/O&M
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