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Accessibility Resources & Services: Read & Write Gold

A resource guide for library accessibility and assistive technology available at the City College of New York.

About: Read & Write

read &write LogoWhat is Read & Write Gold?

Read & Write Gold is an educational software that was designed to support students with writing, reading, and spelling difficulties. The toolbar allows students to work alongside other applications such as Microsoft Word, Email and the internet. 

Video: Read & Write

Video courtesy of Georgian College.

Useful Tools: Read & Write

Features: Read & Write

  • Hear web pages and documents read aloud to improve reading comprehension
  • Understand unfamiliar words with text and picture dictionaries
  • Develop writing skills with word prediction
  • Support independent student research with valuable study skills tools