5 Reasons to Try the ReaderPen →

Here at Scanning Pens, we’re passionate about inspiring future generations to discover the love of reading. With a little help from our assistive technology devices, our fantastic team and a whole lot of hard work, we hope to achieve just that.

Here are 5 reasons to give the ReaderPen a try

Reads out scanned text in a clear English accent

The portable ReaderPen allows students to have scanned text read back to them at their own discretion. Reluctant readers can remain included in the classroom without disturbing the flow of the lesson with the included headphones. The ReaderPen comes with multiple English accents, giving students the option to choose a voice more familiar to them including Scottish and Irish, among others. Use the ReaderPen as part of a group project or allow students to bring them home for independent study, defining their support around their needs.

Other customers love the ReaderPen

Take a look at what a teacher from Harrow Way Community school had to say about the ReaderPen, just one of Scanning Pens’ many satisfied customers: “The ReaderPen’s very discreet. I would definitely advise it as a way to support as student that needs some help”

A student from the same school felt the same way: “It’s helped me so much, I’ve just noticed a big difference in my English since I’ve been using it. I’d totally recommend anyone who struggles with reading to get it.”

Watch “Miracle Pen: Harrow Way Community School and the ExamReader.

Allows for quick definitions

With the help of the ReaderPen’s built-in dictionaries, students are able to instantly look up the definitions of any words that slows their reading. Included in the ReaderPen is the Oxford Primary and Collins English Dictionary which allows for support that can be varied depending on student needs. Teachers can now take a flexible approach to the development of a student’s vocabulary while saving time. Also incorporated in the ReaderPen is a French and Spanish dictionary.

Has a voice recorder and storage to help working memory

Students are able to record lessons for review at a later date with the voice recording function. Teachers can log individual lesson objectives for students to listen back to during class activities. Use the ReaderPen’s storage to aid students overcome issues with their working memory. Students can take the scanned text from their ReaderPen and transfer it to their devices. They can even scan directly onto certain devices or into a document, making tasks like book reports much easier.

Builds user confidence

The ReaderPen’s collective features allow students to approach their studies independently, making it a great alternative to a human reader. The ReaderPen is there to help dyslexics, English Language learners, and other reluctant readers develop an approach to the development of their literacy skills that they can use throughout the future of their education. After approaching their work with the support of the ReaderPen students will build up their independent reading confidence which in turn improves their outcomes.

Thanks to Teach Secondary & TeachWire for featuring this article in Innovation + Technology 2019.