ReaderPen | C-Pen | Reading support | Human reader alternative | Classroom aid

Product Information

Inside the box you’ll find the following: 1x Pen, 1x Drawstring Bag, 1x Charging Cable, 1x User Guide.

The C-Pen is a pocket-sized, lightweight device that reads printed words aloud to the user as they scan over them. That these pens tend to look like highlighters and can have headphone attachments means that if your child is sensitive about their reading difficulties, particularly in public, they can use these devices without drawing too much attention to themselves. The cookie also tracks the behavior of the user across the web on sites that have Facebook pixel or Facebook social plugin.

As an alternative to a stand alone reader pen some devices, like the popular and affordable ScanMarker Air, are designed to work with a computer or mobile device for full usability. Everything, including the natural speaking voices, is embedded in this off-line device and there is no need for computer or internet connections. This pen still reads text aloud to students as they scan (via headphones), but the dictionary and storage functions are disabled to ensure the user does not obtain an unfair advantage in an exam. Because they don’t need to squeeze in as much hardware, these devices can be less expensive to purchase and the apps can be more easily modified, changed and updated to provide new features. Once charged you’ll need to connect the NEWYES Scan Reader Pen 3 to your WiFi network, to do this power on the pen by pressing and holding the power button for 3 seconds.

By reading the text out loud, the traditional written presentation of text is combined with hearing it spoken aloud, which reduces the need for a student to decode the words in front of them. However, if the C-Pen is to be implemented in schools, it is essential that teachers impose clear ground rules to ensure that they are used in the correct way and do not cause distraction. The C-Pen comes fully equipped with headphones, meaning the pen can not only be used in a noisy environment but also discretely, allowing students to avoid bringing attention to their disability and disturbing others. However, the C-Pen helps eliminate the anxiety and embarrassment associated with having to ask for assistance with reading. Introducing C-Pen Reader 2™, the next generation of assistive reading tools designed to put even more control into the user’s hands.

Those that are designed for students with dyslexia take all this a step further, and have the extra ability to read scanned text out loud for the student. Easy ConnectivityFeatures a standard micro-USB connector for charging and connecting to computers, as well as a standard 3. In other words, being able to listen to text while they read it can help students with their reading.