Facilitating the Use of Technology in the Classroom
Kurzweil 3000™
Kurzweil 3000™ is a comprehensive reading, writing and learning software solution for any struggling reader, including individuals with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia, attention deficit disorder or those who are English Language Learners (ELL).
Kurzweil 3000, is research based and enables struggling readers in grades 3 and above to learn from the same content as their peers as it provides access to virtually any text or curriculum, including print, electronic, and Web-based documents.
In addition, Kurzweil 3000 supports the principles of Universal Design for Learning
(UDL) enabling students of all abilities to engage with digital
text. Kurzweil 3000 can be used at all levels within a multi-tiered
system of support (such as Response to Intervention (RtI)) to
prevent students' academic performance from slipping.
For more information, Please watch this link. http://www.kurzweiledu.com/k3000introvideo.html
Free 30 Day Trial of Kurzweil 3000
If you would like a webinar in regards to this product, please contact Ken Flott, a member of this community, for a free hour overview of this product.
For More Information Please
Contact:
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Cambium Learning Technologies
Kurzweil Educational Systems ∙ IntelliTools
IN, KS, MI, NV, OH, WY, DoDDS, DoDEA, DDESS
24 Prime Parkway, Suite 303, Natick, MA 01760
Email: ken.flott@cambiumtech.com
Web: www.cambiumtech.com
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Comment by Ken Flott on April 27, 2012 at 11:00am -
Kurzweil Educational Systems Wins 2012 BESSIE Awards
Natick, MA, April 27, 2012- The ComputED Gazette recently named Kurzweil 3000®-firefly by Kurzweil Educational Systems® a winner in their 18th annual Best Educational Software Awards (BESSIE) program.
The BESSIE Awards target innovative and content-rich programs and websites that provide parents and teachers with the technology to foster educational excellence. Winners are chosen from titles submitted by publishers worldwide. Kurzweil 3000-firefly won in the “Teacher Tools: Literacy Skills Website” category.
For more than 18 years, The ComputED Gazette has been an online educational resource for educators. Based in the San Diego area, the online publication’s directors are former classroom teachers who have expertise in providing the finest computer education to children and adults.
Kurzweil 3000-firefly technology provides reading, writing and test-taking supports that represent the core principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Students who have the cognitive ability but not the literacy skills to learn and perform at grade-level, including students with learning disabilities and second language learners, can thrive in content-area classes with the use of Kurzweil 3000-firefly.
“We are honored The ComputED Gazette chose Kurzweil 3000-firefly as a 2012 BESSIE Award winner,” said Alex Saltonstall, general manager of Cambium Learning® Technologies. “Every day, in classrooms across America, this program changes the lives of the students we serve. The recognition of our industry peers is rewarding, in large part because we believe it reflects the difference that we make for students.”
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Comment by Ken Flott on March 23, 2012 at 2:25pm
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Comment by Ken Flott on March 14, 2012 at 12:13pm
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Attend a free 30-min webinar on how to read
#Bookshare books with#Kurzweil 3000. Thursday, Mar 22, 3PM ET https://cc.readytalk.com/cc/s/showReg?udc=co03kemleek5
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Comment by Ken Flott on March 8, 2012 at 4:01pm
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We are celebrating the 1,000th like of our Facebook page by saving you $1,000! We are making the next 100 copies of the K3000 Standalone version (Mac or Windows) for the special price of $395 through our web store only. Limited to one copy per order. U.S. residents only. Very Limited Time Offer!
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Comment by Ken Flott on February 13, 2012 at 9:29am
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I will be hosting an overview of the K3000/Firefly this Wednesday, the 15th at 3pm; follow the link to join me click here to join me
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Comment by Ken Flott on January 17, 2012 at 11:31am
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Kurzweil Educational Systems Releases firefly:
A Universally Accessible Web-based Literacy Solution
Natick, MA- January 17, 2012 – Kurzweil Educational Systems announced today the release of firefly,a completely web-based solution that delivers anytime, anywhere access to digital, text-based content.
firefly joins the Kurzweil Educational Systems product line and works in concert with the award-winning Kurzweil 3000 software solution. With the addition of firefly, Kurzweil Educational Systems has created a solution that is affordable, easy to use, powerful, and accessible to more students. firefly extends the Kurzweil 3000 tradition of excellence which spans over 30 years, and provides one of the first web-based products based on the principles of Universal Design for Learning.
“We are excited to offer our customers a fully web-based literacy support tool. firefly will enable us to reach more students, increase the frequency with which students use of our products, and ultimately improve educational outcomes and change lives, which is our mission as a company,” said Alex Saltonstall, General Manager of Kurzweil Educational Systems.
firefly delivers:
• More content: reads and highlights text from many sources presented on the computer.
• Better tools: allows users to interact with text in ways that support comprehension and expression.
• Better access: enables use by most individuals with mild to moderate physical disabilities.
Benefits for administrators and students:
• Anytime, anywhere access to documents and literacy support tools
• Research-based literacy supports
• Physically accessible to students with disabilities
• Elimination of installation and maintenance related tasks
• Macintosh or Windows compatible
• Continuously improving solution
firefly, like Kurzweil 3000, can be used to support students while addressing the requirements of many content standards, including the Common Core Standards for English Language Arts.
To learn more about firefly, visit www.fireflybykurzweil.com.
To view all of Cambium Learning Group’s press releases, visit:
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Comment by Ken Flott on January 9, 2012 at 2:38pm
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Comment by Ken Flott on December 6, 2011 at 10:29am
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Kurzweil 3000 Chosen as Readers’ Choice Top 100 Products of 2011
from District Administration Magazine
Natick, MA- December 6, 2011 – Cambium Learning Technologies is pleased to announce that Kurzweil 3000® by Kurzweil Educational Systems has been chosen by the readers of District Administration magazine as a Readers’ Choice Top 100 Products of 2011. The prestigious acknowledgement is given annually to K-12 education products that have supported education innovation. The winners were selected by the editors of District Administration from hundreds of nominations submitted by readers, including school superintendents and district-level directors in districts across the United States. The winning products were determined by the quantity of nominations received per product, as well as an evaluation of product quality based upon readers’ nominations and explanations.
Kurzweil 3000 technology provides reading, writing, and test-taking supports for students who have the cognitive ability but not the literacy skills to learn and perform at grade-level, including students with learning disabilities and second language learners.
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Comment by Ken Flott on November 22, 2011 at 11:17am
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Help Cambium Learning Technologies with our end of year promotion. We want to reach 1,000 friends on Facebook. When we do, 100 copies of Kurzweil 3000 will be offered at a $1,000 discount!
Ask your friends, your colleagues and your neighbors to “friend” us NOW. As we reach 1,000 friends, we will activate a “1,000 Friends” button on our Facbook page allowing 100 units of Kurzweil 3000 StandAlone to be sold through our web store at the promotion price of $395. Follow us closely as we grow to 1,000 Friends and take advantage of this incredible offer! This offer is valid for U.S. residents only and will expire on December 31, 2011.
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Comment by Ken Flott on November 16, 2011 at 8:48am
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Comment by Ken Flott on October 18, 2011 at 2:01pm
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K3000 Unlimited Site License now available!
We are pleased to announce that Kurzweil 3000® Macintosh and Windows Web License software are now available and for the first time can be purchased as an Unlimited Site License.
Starting at $3,995 for K-12 school sites and $6,495 for Higher Education, this yearly subscription makes Kurzweil 3000 both accessible and affordable — providing YOU with the ability to give your students anytime and anywhere access to the best literacy support software available.
With the introduction of Site Licensing, you can now individualize support for students at all tiers of intervention — from those in need of limited support, to students that require intensive assistance. 2, 10 and 30 user packs also available beginning at $795 a year!
In addition, the product now ships with a single dual-layer DVD containing both the Macintosh and Windows client software. With these great additions, Kurzweil 3000 takes an important step towards realizing the promise of Universal Design for Learning.
Now is the time to upgrade! Add licenses or become a new user of this great intervention tool. Multi-year, multi-site pricing for schools and higher education is available.
There has never been a better time to invest in Kurzweil 3000!
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Comment by Ken Flott on October 14, 2011 at 2:21pm
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Company Overview
Kurzweil Educational Systems, Inc. was founded in 1996. The roots of the company extend back to 1976 and the introduction of the world's first reading system, the Kurzweil Reading Machine. Today, the company is recognized as the leading developer of reading technology for people with learning difficulties and those who are blind or visually impaired. We offer products that bring the power and pleasure of reading and learning to the lives of users.
Kurzweil Educational currently offers Kurzweil 1000, Kurzweil 3000 for Windows and Kurzweil 3000 for Macintosh. All products incorporate the most clear, human-like synthesized voices available coupled with a robust set of easy-to-use features for accessing, reading, managing and creating text and images.
In 2005, Kurzweil Educational Systems was acquired by Cambium Learning®, now known as Cambium Learning Group (www.cambiumlearning.com). Cambium Learning Group (Nasdaq: ABCD) is the leading educational company focused primarily on serving the needs of at-risk and special student populations. The company operates three core divisions: Voyager, which provides comprehensive interventions; Sopris, which is known for supplemental solutions; and Cambium Learning Technologies (CLT), which comprises IntelliTools®, Kurzweil Educational Systems®, Learning A–Z, and ExploreLearning. Cambium Learning Group is committed to providing research-based solutions that help educators raise the achievement levels of preK–12 students as well as adult learning communities.
To our customers, partners and friends who strive, like us, to enhance learning and expand literacy, we offer the words that have driven us from day one:
Believe you can
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Comment by Ken Flott on September 27, 2011 at 4:03pm
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Cambium Learning Technologies "The Instructor Is In" product webinar series. Go deeper into our technology to unlock it's amazing potential.
“The Instructor Is In”
Monday October 10 - 2:00 p.m.
Learning Strategies: How Do I Integrate These Tools into My Curriculum?
Monday October 24 - 2:00 p.m.
Pre-Writing to Publishing: How Do I Support the Writing Process?
Monday November 7 - 2:00 p.m.
Using the Universal Library: How Do I Manage My Digital Content?
Monday December 5 - 2:00 p.m.
Hidden Gems: I Didn't Know Kurzweil 3000 Could do That!
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Comment by Ken Flott on September 14, 2011 at 8:37am
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Here is the latest Webex Schedule for the K3000 Join us or simply ask and I'll be glad to do one for you.
Kurzweil 3000 V12 Overview
Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 3:00 p.m. EDT
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Comment by Ken Flott on August 9, 2011 at 2:11pm
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Comment by Ken Flott on June 29, 2011 at 1:39pm
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Students of U.S. colleges or universities currently using Kurzweil 3000 may purchase a
single license of the product for their personal use. The following form must be completed in order to
receive reduced pricing for Kurzweil 3000.
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Comment by Ken Flott on June 29, 2011 at 1:07pm
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Here is the latest Webex Schedule for the K3000 Join us or simply ask and I'll be glad to do one for you.
Kurzweil 3000 V12 Overview
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Comment by Ken Flott on June 29, 2011 at 10:00am
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Kurzweil 3000® Version 12
Wins Stevie Award® in 9th Annual American Business AwardsSMNatick, Mass. –June 29, 2011– Kurzweil 3000® Version 12, a comprehensive reading, writing and software solution for struggling readers, won a Stevie® Award in the category of New Product of the Year – Computer Software – New Version from the American Business Awards on June 20, 2011. The Stevie Awards honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions made by organizations and business people worldwide.
The awards were presented during ceremonies at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City. The ceremonies were hosted by Cheryl Casone of Fox Business Network and broadcast nationwide on radio by the Business TalkRadio Network.
“We are tremendously proud of Kurzweil 3000, and are honored to receive this award,” said Alex Saltonstall, General Manager of Kurzweil/IntelliTools. “We are delighted that the business community recognizes the positive impact we make in the lives of the people we serve.”
Developed by Kurzweil Educational Systems®, Kurzweil 3000 competed against ten other products in its category, and was the only educational publisher in the group. Stevie Awards were given in more than 40 categories and more than 2,800 entries from organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration.
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Comment by Ken Flott on May 9, 2011 at 9:22am
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