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Universal Reader Plus is one of the most frequently used tools in the Premier Literacy software suite. Its functions include: reading Word and Google Docs documents, email, PDF files, Flash files, webpages in Firefox, and other kinds of text. Universal Reader also tracks the words as they are read and can translate to or from several languages. Below are training videos show how to use some of the features available within Universal Reader Plus.

Introduction to Universal Read Plus
Reading Flash Books with Universal Reader
Universal Reader Plus Summary Feature
Universal Reader Plus Translation Feature

Talking Pointer is popular feature in Universal Reader Plus. It works within Internet Explorer to read web pages, but can also read text from other sources. Below is a training video that shows how to use some of the features available within Talking Pointer.

Universal Reader Plus Talking Pointer

Premier Literacy has released an Internet Explorer toolbar that makes it easier to access the Premier Literacy tools while web browsing. Below is a video that shows how to use some of the features available within Premier Literacy Internet Explorer Toolbar.

Introduction to Premier Literacy Internet Explorer Toolbar

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Text-to-speech software or text-readers turn print text into digitized speech. (Not to be confused with voice-to-text or speech recognition, which converts your voice into print text.)
Text readers are often thought of as ‘accommodations’ for readers who have already fallen behind their classmates, however, printed text is a curriculum barrier for many students of all ages. Think about the benefit of audio support for a struggling student, an ELL student, an auditory learner, or a young student.

Research is reporting that text-to-speech improves students’ reading fluency, comprehension, speed, and vocabulary. In addition, writing quality and length of writing increases. Older students report better editing when using text-to-speech than when reading for editing purposes on their own.