Assistive software
The University has a site licence* for the applications below
ClaroRead Plus
ClaroRead is a text-to-speech tool that supports reading and writing. It is useful for individuals who prefer to work in a multisensory way, particularly those with dyslexia.
Further information about ClaroRead, including a quick start guide, video tutorials, and more, can be found here:
💻 https://servicedesk.roehampton.ac.uk/support/solutions/articles/50000174434
ClaroView
ClaroView provides a colour 'overlay' on the screen.
When ClaroView is running, choose from a number of overlay colours. ClaroView will sit in the background once the colour has been chosen.
ClaroCapture
A tool which captures text, images, files and areas of the screen from a number of sources, then exports to Word, PowerPoint or the clipboard.
ScreenRuler
Provides an on-screen ruler which tracks the mouse pointer to help focus on a particular area of the screen.
ClaroIdeas
A mind-mapping tool using visual and audio components.
Claro AudioNote
Makes it easy to listen back to any recording.
MindView
Mindview is a mind-mapping software package. Useful for brainstorming, organising and presenting ideas visually. It can be used to create multi- sensory mind maps for essay planning; revision or project planning.
MindView Mind Mapping Tutorials are available here:
💻 Mind Mapping Video Tutorials | MindView | MatchWare.com
*Please note - the site licence only applies to computers owned by the University
There are also various accessibility features built into :
Microsoft, including Windows, Microsoft 365, etc:
💻 https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/accessibility/
Apple, including MacOS, iOS, etc:
💻 https://www.apple.com/accessibility/
💻 https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/mac-help/mchla7804b65/mac
Adobe, including Acrobat Reader, etc:
💻 https://helpx.adobe.com/uk/support/acrobat.html
Assistive software is widely available to students via open access computers on campus.
Staff can request installation via a ServiceDesk ticket: https://servicedesk.roehampton.ac.uk/support/tickets/new