A highly accessible typing program that teaches spelling and reading

Touch-type Read and Spell is suitable for individuals and families, including users with dyslexia

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Features

How does Touch-type Read and Spell work?

Modular design

TTRS comes with separate student and admin accounts. The main course is modular in design and contains 24 levels with 31 modules in each level. A module typically takes a few minutes to complete. Student success is encouraged by immediate feedback and positive reinforcement. This feedback includes a score that is based on completion rates and accuracy, not speed or time taken. Learners can earn points toward trophies and certificates.

First score – first success

The course starts with students learning to touch-type, read and spell the vowels - a , e , i , o , u. The audio track accompanies the letters as they appear on screen, reinforcing sound-letter correspondence, which is a crucial skill for sounding out words in reading. The student then receives their first score - and success!

Phonics and repetition

In the second level, the student is introduced to words grouped by onset, vowel-blend and final consonant. For example - fed, wed, led. This teaches phonics in context and at the same time the student learns the position of the keys using the on-screen hand guides. With repetition, words move from short-term to long-term memory and the skill of typing begins to feel more comfortable.

Every 5th module is a dictation module that removes the visual element encouraging the student to listen to the words and then type out what they hear. This develops spelling by testing sound-letter mapping skills.

Multi-sensory approach

Some students with dyslexia have problems with their short-term memory. Repetition is a way of over-learning which can help with these problems. TTRS uses a multi-sensory approach to repetition learning. Through the multi-sensory approach, students hear the words spoken through headphones or speakers, see the words printed on the screen, and are prompted as to which fingers to press via the on-screen keyboard. Finally, through the sense of touch, they type out the words and learn to spell with their fingers.

A TTRS subscription also includes access to English, mathematics, and science typing modules and admins can create custom subjects and add spelling lists too!

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Frequently asked questions

Who is TTRS for?TTRS can help learners with dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, autism, dyspraxia and more. It's also a great tool for individuals without learning differences who would like to develop their typing and spelling skills.

From what age is TTRS suitable? The main course can be used as a touch-typing tool for children aged 7+ and is suitable for all levels of literacy. It is appropriate for elementary through high school level students, and is also a suitable program for adult learners.

Can TTRS be used on multiple devices? Yes! TTRS can be used on any desktop or laptop computer. There is also an iPad app for learning on the go.

Will I need to install TTRS? TTRS is an online course. After the registration, you can use it without any installation as long as you have an Internet connection. Our iPad app also comes with an offline mode. TTRS is an online course. After the registration, you can use it without any installation. The iPad app comes with an offline mode.

How do the UK and US versions of the course differ? There are US and UK voice options. TTRS also has country specific subject courses. Please note that by selecting the UK voice option the student will be learning UK spelling conventions.

Which payment options do you have? We accept PayPal and all major credit and debit cards. We accept PayPal and all major credit and debit cards.

What if I'm not happy? Subscriptions can be canceled at any time and we also guarantee a 30-day refund policy on all plans. Simply email support@readandspell.com to receive a full refund.

Can parents monitor a child's progress? Yes, every home subscription comes with an administrator account for easy access to results and graphs showing learner progress. There is also a free TTRS Reporting app, so usage and performance can be tracked on your smartphone. Yes, every home subscription comes with an administrator account for easy access to results and graphs showing learner progress. There's also a free TTRS app for your smartphone!

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