Can the TypeWell system help other students in addition to those with hearing difficulties?

Yes. While TypeWell was designed to provide access for students who are deaf or hard of hearing, it can also benefit many others who have difficulty achieving full access to classroom communication and notes.

Students with learning differences

Students with language-based or processing disorders may struggle to keep up with fast-paced lectures. With TypeWell, the transcript remains visible on the screen for a minute or more, giving extra time to read and process information. The saved transcript also provides a reliable set of notes for later study.

Students with visual impairments

TypeWell transcripts can be displayed in large font, or sent through a Braille writer or text-to-speech program. This makes classroom communication more accessible to students with low vision or blindness.

Students with physical disabilities

For students who cannot take their own notes, the transcript serves as an accurate record of class content. It reduces reliance on peers and ensures equal access to instructional material.

Students learning English

English language learners can see new vocabulary, grammar, and idioms in written form, helping them connect spoken English to print and reinforcing comprehension.