Texthelp Read&Write, OrbitNote, and Equatio
Overview
Texthelp provides a suite of assistive technology software that facilitates reading and understanding digital text and math.
Read&Write
Read&Write is a literacy support tool that offers help with everyday tasks like reading text out loud, understanding unfamiliar words, researching assignments, and proofing written work.
OrbitNote
OrbitNote helps make inaccessible content more accessible for all learners. OrbitNote transforms inaccessible PDF documents into dynamic and collaborative workspaces that work for every workstyle.
Equatio
Equatio’s accessibility features help students to be more independent in math and science subjects. It lets students visualize, digitize, and understand math with independence and in ways that best suit their needs.
Highlights
Read&Write
- Visit the Read&Write dashboard of resources on the Texthelp website
- Watch a short video introducing Read&Write
OrbitNote
- Visit the OrbitNote dashboard of resources on the Texthelp website
- Watch a short video introducing OrbitNote
Equatio
- Visit the Equatio dashboard of resources on the Texthelp website
- Watch a short video introducing Equatio
Getting Started
All three software are available as Chrome browser extensions, and Read&Write and Equatio also have Windows and Mac desktop applications. Learn how to add the extensions to your browser or download the desktop applications.
Intended Audience
Cost
University of Minnesota provides access to Texthelp Read&Write, OrbitNote, and Equatio free of charge for all students, faculty, and staff.