Technology resources
The Learning and Writing Center offers many different technology
resources for use by students. Several computer stations are available
for use in the Learning and Writing Center during business hours. In
addition, laptops are available when the other workstations are in
use. All computers are equipped with
Microsoft Office 2010. There are also other programs
installed on certain computers or available on disk, including:
- Inspiration (software for organizing information graphically)
- MathType (for inserting mathematical equations into documents)
- MATLab
- Differential equation tools
- Foundation course in Spanish
- The Art of Public Speaking
- Power Learning: Supercharge Your Study Time
- Assistive technology software (see below)
The Learning and Writing Center also has AlphaSmarts available for
checkout. These can be used for typing papers, taking notes and other
forms of word processing.
Assistive technologies:
The Learning and Writing Center has several software programs installed on
certain computers to help with certain learning or other needs. These
software titles include:
- Dragon Naturally Speaking. This program converts
spoken words into text on the screen. For more information on using
Dragon Naturally speaking,
click here.
- Ultimate Speed Reader. This program helps improve
reading speed and comprehension. For more information on using
Ultimate Speed Reader,
click here.
- JAWS and MAGic. These programs are specially designed to help
students with visual impairments. JAWS reads
screen elements aloud, and MAGic magnifies items
on the screen. For more information on using JAWS and MAGic,
click here.